January 28 is Bell Let’s Talk Day
Bell Let’s Talk Day 2021
What started as a small, but driven initiative in September 2010 has now become a massive corporate campaign that is recognized worldwide for its dedication to push mental health narratives to the forefront in Canada.
With last year being a record-breaking year with 154,387,425 messages of support for mental health and $7,719,371.25 in funding, Bell Let’s Talk is relying on the support of Canadians to hop onto their social media platforms to raise awareness and reduce stigma.
In its 11th year, Bell Let’s Talk Day is shining a light on the simple actions that we can all take safely from our homes for now more than ever, mental health matters.
As a proud community partner in the Bell Let’s Talk Day campaign, we invite you to join the conversation and help create positive change with us.
Join The Conversation
Today, Bell Canada will donate 5 cents to various Canadian mental health programs when Canadians follow the virtual interactions listed below.
The Bell Let’s Talk campaign has restructured the perception of mental health by putting a spotlight on Canadians, including many influential personalities, and their stories of struggle.
Since the launch of Bell Let’s Talk, 83% of Canadians have reported that they believe attitudes about mental illness have changed for the better.
Although the behaviours of Canadians have changed over the years, the number of people with mental health illnesses is only increasing.
With that being said, Bell Canada has taken incredible steps to emphasize the importance of obtaining funds for future mental health research, access and care.
Funding Initiatives
Bell Canada has committed $113,415,135 to mental health initiatives with funds going towards children and youth, indigenous communities and military family support.
In July 2020, Bell announced the launch of a $5 million Bell Let’s Talk Diversity Fund to support the mental health and well-being of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities across Canada.
Building on earlier funds to address clear needs in Canadian communities, the new program is focused on supporting initiatives that increase access to culturally informed mental health services for racialized Canadians.
Bell also continues to provide grant opportunities for post-secondary students and Canadian registered charities. CMHA Calgary was fortunate to receive a $20,000 grant from Bell Canada in 2017 in support of our Peer Support program.
Resources and Tools
To join the conversation further and help create positive change, the Bell Let’s Talk Toolkit consists of simple everyday tools that can be used to take action to support mental health, including a conversation guide, workplace activities and social media images.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please connect with our Peer Support. Our Peer Support program services can be accessed over the phone at 403-297-1402 or through email at peer@cmha.calgary.ab.ca.
Counselling programs for Suicide Bereavement and Family Support are also available by phone at 403-297-1708, email counsellingintake@cmha.calgary.ab.ca or online through Community Connect YYC.
Our Peer Support program services can be accessed over the phone at 403-297-1402 or through email at peer@cmha.calgary.ab.ca. We have teamed up with other Calgary agencies to help Calgarians quickly and easily access various counselling and social supports. Visit www.communityconnectyyc.ca, where you can book online for our Suicide Bereavement and Family Support Counselling, and other supports. If you prefer to still book through us, please phone (403-297-1708), or email (counsellingintake@cmha.calgary.ab.ca)
The Bell Let’s Talk Impact
The Bell Let’s Talk campaign has restructured the perception of mental health by putting a spotlight on Canadians, including many influential personalities, and their stories of struggle.
Since the launch of Bell Let’s Talk, 83% of Canadians have reported that they believe attitudes about mental illness have changed for the better.
Although the behaviours of Canadians have changed over the years, the number of people with mental health illnesses is only increasing.
With that being said, Bell Canada has taken incredible steps to emphasize the importance of obtaining funds for future mental health research, access and care.
Funding Initiatives
Bell Canada has committed $113,415,135 to mental health initiatives with funds going towards children and youth, indigenous communities and military family support.
In July 2020, Bell announced the launch of a $5 million Bell Let’s Talk Diversity Fund to support the mental health and well-being of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities across Canada.
Building on earlier funds to address clear needs in Canadian communities, the new program is focused on supporting initiatives that increase access to culturally informed mental health services for racialized Canadians.
Bell also continues to provide grant opportunities for post-secondary students and Canadian registered charities. CMHA Calgary was fortunate to receive a $20,000 grant from Bell Canada in 2017 in support of our Peer Support program.
Resources and Tools
To join the conversation further and help create positive change, the Bell Let’s Talk Toolkit consists of simple everyday tools that can be used to take action to support mental health, including a conversation guide, workplace activities and social media images.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please connect with our Peer Support. Our Peer Support program services can be accessed over the phone at 403-297-1402 or through email at peer@cmha.calgary.ab.ca.
Counselling programs for Suicide Bereavement and Family Support are also available by phone at 403-297-1708, email counsellingintake@cmha.calgary.ab.ca or online through Community Connect YYC.
Our Peer Support program services can be accessed over the phone at 403-297-1402 or through email at peer@cmha.calgary.ab.ca. We have teamed up with other Calgary agencies to help Calgarians quickly and easily access various counselling and social supports. Visit www.communityconnectyyc.ca, where you can book online for our Suicide Bereavement and Family Support Counselling, and other supports. If you prefer to still book through us, please phone (403-297-1708), or email (counsellingintake@cmha.calgary.ab.ca)