The online resources below are from well-established and reliable Canadian agencies and offer some important tips and ideas for dealing with COVID-19. We suggest visiting the websites for updates on a weekly basis since we expect the resources will be updated over time. Many of the websites provide access to additional resources, articles, and, handouts.
General Resources
Centre for Addiction & Mental Health: Mental Health and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Canadian Mental Health Association: COVID-19 and Well-Being
Helping Children Cope
Anxiety Canada: Talking to Kids about COVID-19
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care: COVID-19 Fact Sheet – Talking to Children About the Pandemic
Canadian Mental Health Association: Talking to Your Anxious Child about COVID-19
Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child & Youth Mental Health: COVID-19 Supporting a Discussion with Children and Youth
Child Mind Institute: Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus Crisis (video)