with Shanelle Connell, Therapy Off Script Welcome back to the Calltime Mental Health Podcast. In episode one of season two, we’re diving ..read more

Welcome back to Calltime Mental Health Podcast, where we dive into the depths of mental health with empathy, understanding, and hope. As ..read more

We are thrilled to announce that Calltime Mental Health will be celebrating its 5-year anniversary with a special event on Saturday ..read more

As we head into summer, we also head into the celebrations, parades and events in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. June is International Pride Month, and at the end of July Vancouver will be hosting Canada Pride 2024! Let's take a moment to reflect on what this time of year means for us in the film and entertainment industry and, more importantly, how we can support our 2SLGBTQ+ colleagues when it comes to mental health and inclusion. The Importance of Pride Month First off, let’s talk about why Pride Month matters. It’s not just about the parades and the rainbow flags — though those a ..read more

Mental Health Week is May 6 - 12, 2024, and this year’s theme is centered on the healing power of compassion. “Healing through Compassion,” invites us to actively engage in kindness both towards ourselves and others. We all have the capacity to be compassionate, and we know that doing so can make an enormous difference. It’s an opportunity to transform our creative spaces into environments where everyone feels seen and supported. “Compassion is the practice of meeting suffering – whether our own or the suffering of others – with kindness.” - Margaret Eaton, National CEO, CM ..read more

Depression. It's a word we have all heard before, but what does it really mean? More importantly, how do we know if it's something we are dealing with, and if so, how severe is it? In this blog post, we're going to explore the topic of depression in a hopeful and positive light, offering guidance on recognizing the signs, seeking help, and embracing the possibility of recovery. Understanding Depression Let's start by defining what depression is. Depression is more than just feeling sad or down. It is a persistent feeling of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness that can interfere with daily ..read more

March 18 - 24, 2024 ”Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences while creating more inclusive and equitable cultures that celebrate differences and empower every individual.” [1] This year’s theme is “Empowering Neurodiverse Voices - Building a Culture of Inclusion”. With this theme in mind, we at Calltime Mental Health want to introduce ways the film and entertainment sector can help to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions, and how neurodivergent and neurotypical people can work together to increa ..read more

In the final episode of the season, host Gregg Taylor is joined by Dr. Allison Crawford, Psychiatrist at The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, and Chief Medical Officer for the new national 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline. Gregg and Dr. Crawford explore how the holiday season can be a time for family, community and joy, or a difficult season of stress, grief and challenging experiences. In episode six, learn how you can navigate the holiday season with self-awareness and new strategies for maintaining your wellbeing and perspective. When times get really tough emotionally for you or those ..read more

In Episode 5 of the Calltime Mental Health Podcast, host Gregg Taylor is joined by Dagan Nish, Safety Advisor at Actsafe. Gregg and Dagan explore mental health models and programs for improving mental health on sets and in the workplace. Learn how you can help support mental wellbeing and psychological safety on set. This episode focuses on ways people in the film and entertainment industry can support mental health on set, and discusses training that is available for those who want to build their knowledge and confidence. Accessing these programs will allow union and non-union members to fost ..read more

Did you miss it? On September 27th, 2023, Actsafe hosted a webinar featuring the Calltime Campaign and the recording is now available free for viewing. TItled , Showcasing Calltime Mental Health Training & Resources, the webinar provided an opportunity for Calltime to showcase the latest resources on the Calltime website. Join Calltime Committee President, Christina Kasperczyk, who discusses the roots of the campaign and the successes the Society has had so far. Mental Health expert, Gregg Taylor from FSEAP, then provides excellent mental health models and information, helpful to individua ..read more