The BC Partners are a group of seven leading provincial and national mental health and addictions non-profit agencies: Anxiety Canada, BC Schizophrenia Society, Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, Canadian Mental Health Association’s BC Division, The Institute of Families, Family Services of the North Shore’s Jessie’s Legacy Program, and Mood Disorders Association of BC (MDABC). Since 2003, the BC Partners have worked to help people live well and better manage their mental health. HeretoHelp is a project of the BC Partners for Mental Health and Substance Use Information.
The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSMH) is dedicated to advancing the mental well-being of older adults across all settings. As the sole national organization focusing on mental health for older adults, the Coalition is committed to nurturing and growing a coalition of organizations and individuals that, together, will shine a light on the issues surrounding mental health and well-being of older adults.
Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia (MDABC) provides treatment, support, education, and hope of recovery for people living with a mood disorder. They serve to build awareness and understanding in communities throughout BC, reaching out to as many people as possible.
FamilySmart works alongside young people and families to provide support, navigation, assistance, and information. FamilySmart invites people and professionals to come together to learn with and from each other to enhance the quality of experiences and services for child and youth mental health.
Family Services of the North Shore provides education, support, and counselling to heal and connect the North Shore community and has for over sixty years. The Agency serves three municipalities: the City of North Vancouver, the District of North Vancouver, the District of West Vancouver, as well as the Village of Lions Bay and Bowen Island. Family Services of the North Shore also leads provincial work in the prevention of eating disorders.
The Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research (CISUR), formerly the Centre for Addictions Research of BC, is a network of individuals and groups dedicated to the study of substance use and addiction in support of community-wide efforts to promote health and reduce harm. Their research is used to inform a broad range of projects, reports, publications, and initiatives aimed at providing all people in BC and beyond with access to happier, healthier lives, whether using substances or not.
Credit Canada has helped millions of Canadians overcome debt problems and improve their personal money management skills. Their free budgeting app, Butterfly helps newcomers to Canada build financial confidence.
Action Anxiety Day sponsors
Action Anxiety Day (AAD), our annual awareness day, is supported by Beneva and Telus Health.
Learn more about how you can partner with us or support AAD on our corporate partnership page.