—Ottawa, ON, October 3, 2018—
The Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) is pleased to partner with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their release of the CAF Clinician Handbook on Suicide Prevention.
“As clinicians working on the front line of mental health services, psychiatrists strive in our efforts to create a safer ... Read More
On September 29, 2018, the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) will confer its highest award, a President’s Commendation, to all psychiatrists in Canada in appreciation for their outstanding contribution to improving the mental health of Canadians.
“It is my distinct privilege to use my President’s Commendation to honour all psychiatrists in ... Read More
September 29, 2018Rob Cornforth
Psychiatrists recognize outstanding contributions to mental health at their Annual Conference
/ 2018
—Toronto, ON, September 30, 2018—
Last night the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) recognized exceptional psychiatrists, psychiatric residents and individuals for their contributions to the mental health of Canadians.
Dr. Lisa Gagnon from Calgary, Alberta, was awarded the CPA C.A. Roberts Award for Clinical Leadership for transforming psychiatric care in Calgary on several ... Read More
September 29, 2018Rob Cornforth
The Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) is pleased to announce it will be welcoming its new president, Dr. Wei-Yi Song, tomorrow night during its annual President’s Gala.
Dr. Song is a consultant-psychiatrist practicing in Victoria, as well as an Assistant Program Director of Postgraduate Education with the University of British Columbia’s (UBC) ... Read More
September 28, 2018Rob Cornforth
CPA seeks to dispel the myth linking violence and mental illness in the wake of Toronto shooting
/ 2018
In the aftermath of the recent shooting in Toronto that left three people dead, including the gunman Faisal Hussain, the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) is concerned that publicity surrounding this event may reinforce the unwarranted public perception of a link between violence and mental illness.
While the CPA condemns ... Read More
July 26, 2018Rob Cornforth
With the release of its updated policy paper, Media Guidelines for Reporting on Suicide, the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) is presenting itself as a collaborative resource to news outlets to assist with the safe and humane reporting of suicide events.
Scientific evidence has shown that media coverage of suicide can ... Read More
March 8, 2018Rob Cornforth
—Ottawa, ON, October 24, 2017—
The Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) supports an information campaign led by Drug Free Kids Canada to assist parents in talking to their teenagers about the risks associated with cannabis. The Cannabis Talk Kit is a user-friendly guide that highlights the latest evidence on cannabis.
“The Cannabis Talk ... Read More
October 24, 2017Rob Cornforth
—Ottawa, ON, September 17, 2017—
Last night the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) recognized exceptional psychiatrists, psychiatric residents and individuals for their contributions to the mental health of Canadians.
Dr. Bruce Ballon from Toronto, Ontario, was awarded the CPA C.A. Roberts Award for Clinical Leadership for his outstanding contributions to improving patient care. ... Read More
September 17, 2017Rob Cornforth
—Ottawa, ON, September 17, 2017—
Last night the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) welcomed Dr. Nachiketa Sinha as its new CPA President.
Dr. Sinha is a consultant-psychiatrist practicing in New Brunswick, as well as an Assistant Professor with the Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University. His clinical interests centre around providing equity in ... Read More
September 17, 2017Rob Cornforth
—Ottawa, ON, September 15, 2017—
On September 16, 2017, the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) will confer its highest civilian award, a President’s Commendation, to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in appreciation for his outstanding contribution to improving the mental health of Canadians.
“In both his private and public life, Prime Minister Trudeau ... Read More
September 15, 2017Rob Cornforth