Editorial & Privacy Policies

Mental Health Briefing Room Policy Overview

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario created the mental health briefing room as an independent educational platform. This policy outlines our commitment to publishing objective and evidence-based information for local leaders, policy makers, and the public. To learn more about our organizational background, you can visit our main CMHA Ontario website.

1. Non-Partisan Mandate

The mental health briefing room operates as a strictly non-partisan educational initiative. Therefore, we do not endorse political candidates, support specific parties, or join election campaigns. Our main goal is to provide reliable and evidence-based information on mental health, substance use, housing, and community safety without political bias.

2. Accuracy, Research, and Fact-Checking

We deliver high-quality content across all our publications. To maintain rigorous standards in the mental health briefing room, subject matter experts research and review every resource. We rely on verified public health data, official government reports, and academic research to ensure complete accuracy.

3. Actionable Feedback and Correction Process

We strive for complete transparency in all our educational materials. However, if you spot a factual error, an outdated statistic, or a misleading statement, we welcome your feedback so we can address it quickly:

• Reporting Errors: You can submit corrections through our online contact form or by emailing us directly at info@cmhabriefingroom.ca.
• Correction Process: Our editorial team will review confirmed errors promptly and post clear update notices directly on the relevant page.

4. Independence and Funding Principles

CMHA Ontario independently funds and manages this mental health briefing room as part of its core public education mission. Furthermore, our strict ethical guidelines ensure that external political or business interests never influence our content decisions or research priorities.

5. Privacy Policy and Data Collection

We deeply value and respect your privacy. Specifically, we only collect personal details, such as your name and email address, when you voluntarily provide them through our inquiry forms or newsletter subscription. We use this information solely to respond to your messages or send requested updates, and we never sell, rent, or share your data with third parties.