Unmasking Mental Health: Mental Health Week

Unmasking Mental Health
Mental Health Week 2025
Living with a mental health or substance use challenge is hard enough; masking can make it even harder. Living with mental health challenges often forces people to hide behind a “mask” to protect themselves from judgement and discrimination. But the heavier the stigma, the heavier the mask becomes, and the more isolated we feel.
This May 5-11, CMHA encourages people across Canada to look beyond the surface and see the whole person. By embracing honesty and vulnerability, we open the door to deeper connections and the mental health benefits that come with it. In doing so, we can create a ripple effect of courage and understanding across the country.
CMHA Thunder Bay: https://thunderbay.cmha.ca/
CMHA Simcoe County: https://cmhastarttalking.ca/
Thunder Bay Campus Events:
- safeTALK - Monday afternoon
- Outdoor Mindful Meditation Sessions - Wednesday and Thursday at 11:15am
- Student Health and Wellness Open House - Thursday at 3:30pm
- Human Resources Open House - Thursday at 12:00pm
Orillia Campus Events:
- SafeTALK- Tuesday Afternoon
- Student Health and Wellness + HR Open House- Thursday from 10am-12pm
- Wellness Walk- Thursday at 12:30pm
#UnmaskingMentalHealth #MentalHealthWeek
Lakehead University is committed to supporting student and employee well-being. For access to resources and support, please visit Student Health and Wellness or our employee Wellness Resources page.
