Seamus O’Regan: if we want Canadians to talk about mental health, public figures have to too

I have spoken at great length about my role as a Bell Let’s Talk ambassador and about my own mental health struggles. My story is not too different from many Canadians.

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, a time to encourage conversations that likely wouldn't have taken place 10 years ago, writes Veterans Affairs Minister Seamus O'Regan. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY VETERANS AFFAIRS MINISTER SEAMUS O’REGAN

October 3, 2018

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. I want to challenge all Canadians to raise awareness and understanding of mental illness, and to take action. It’s a time to encourage conversations that, quite frankly, would not have taken place 10 years ago. Supporting good mental health is not just ...

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