Q+A| Governor General calls on Canadians to treat mental health seriously – CBC

Jul 09, 2025

Mary Simon says mental health requires a more holistic approach in Canada

Governor General Mary Simon believes mental health isn’t being treated with the holistic approach it requires.

She’s in Iqaluit for the final leg of her mental health and wellness tour, where local organizations have shared stories about traditional crafts and knowledge, and how those tie into healthy lifestyles.

Her visit comes just weeks after the Nunavut Government re-affirmed suicide as a crisis in the territory. Simon is calling on all Canadians to seriously look at the way mental health is treated across the country.

Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/governor-general-mental-health-1.7580230