Centre of Expertise on Mental Health in the Workplace
Find information about how the Government of Canada addresses mental health in the workplace and access resources, tools and services for organizations, managers and employees.
Get help:
- For emergencies: call 9-1-1 or go to your local emergency department
- Suicide Crisis Helpline: call or text 9-8-8 or visit the Suicide Crisis Helpline (support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Employees in distress: contact the Employee Assistance Program
Key Resources
Federal public service workplace mental health strategy
A comprehensive plan to build a healthy, respectful and supportive work environment through collaboration and inclusivity.
Resources for organizations
Find information to help develop your organization’s action plan.
Workplace Mental Health Dashboard
Statistically validated tool that assists organizations in measuring psychological health and safety strengths and gaps (accessible only on the Government of Canada network).
Resources for executives
Find resources to help take care of yourself and your team, transition to your role, seek advice and guidance and keep learning in your role.
Resources for Managers
Learn how to maintain your own mental health, as well as support employees and your team.
Resources for employees
Find resources and tools to help you improve and maintain your mental health.
Learning and training
Register for courses and events related to mental health and psychological health and safety.
Our commitments
View the Government’s commitments to support mental health and wellness in the workplace.
Be a mental health LEADER
Tips to support psychological health and safety in the workplace.
Preventing burnout
Steps to reduce your risk for burnout, support colleagues and manage team workload.
Mental health for public servants: Coping with workplace changes
Tips to maintain self-awareness, stay connected and navigate change.