BARRIE, ONT. --
Jan. 28 marks the 11th annual Bell Let's Talk day — an initiative to raise funds for mental initiatives and increase awareness and reduce the stigma around depression, anxiety, or other illnesses.
Now more than ever, millions of Canadians are struggling to cope mentally with the 'new normal' brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to Mental Health Research Canada, Canadians report their highest levels of anxiety and depression since the pandemic began.
Rev. Dr. Glenn Robitaille, Director of Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program at North Simcoe/Muskoka, says there has been a spike in the number of calls from people seeking support.