May marks Canadian Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to fostering greater understanding, compassion, and support around mental wellness. At the heart of this month is Canada’s Mental Health Week, taking place May 6–12, 2025, and this year’s theme, “Unmasking Mental Health,” reminds us to break down the stigma, build connection, and support mental well-being across our communities.
Public Relations professionals have a powerful role to play in building mentally healthy workplaces that foster inclusion. From crafting internal messages to advocating for a supportive culture, PR can help break the stigma and spark meaningful conversations.
Here’s how PR pros can make an impact:
- Lead internal awareness campaigns that encourage open dialogue
- Support leadership in communicating compassionately
- Promote employee resources and normalize their use
- Champion storytelling to humanize mental health challenges and foster connection
Together, we can turn awareness into action. Let’s create environments where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.
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