Support Mental Wellbeing in our Communities

HMC strives to support individuals to reach their mental wellness goals, through provision of education, resources, and peer-led programming. In addition, HMC aims to cultivate mental wellbeing at the community level, by supporting citizen-centered wellness initiatives, supporting skills development, and constructively engaging with provincial decision makers. 

We view HMC as a network of community mental wellness resources, programming, and support, developed and provided by individuals who have diverse lived experiences with mental health and/or substance use challenges. 

Lived Experience 

The unique perspectives of individuals lived experience with mental health and/or substance use challenges (and that of their loved ones) shape our work and guides our practices. We center the wisdom of these experiences by aiming to create an inclusive space where people with lived experience are planning and leading programs and fostering meaningful change. 

Wellbeing 

We value and celebrate each individual’s journey as they define, cultivate, and embrace what self-wellness means to them.  

Empowerment 

We strive to support individuals in making informed decisions about their lives that align with their personal values and goals. Although not everyone has the same access to opportunities, we work to empower individuals through provision of information, resources, and programming to foster independence in their mental health and/or substance use challenges journey and care. 

Safer Spaces 

We cultivate an accountable, trauma-informed environment where we aim for individuals to feel heard and respected. 

Equity 

Every person deserves the opportunity to thrive. We acknowledge that systemic discrimination creates inequalities in mental health and well-being for both individuals and communities. We are committed to confronting these disparities and injustices head-on, while building structures and supports for collective mental wellness outside of these harmful systems. 

Collaboration 

We believe that through collaboration, we leverage diverse perspectives, skills, and expertise for longer-lasting impacts that are greater than we could achieve alone. 

Community 

We believe social support is an integral part of both individual and collective mental wellness. Strong, inclusive, and interconnected communities increase access to social support, improving mental health and resilience. 

Learning 

We encourage curiosity and leaning into discomfort to deepen our understanding and impact. By embracing change and learning from every experience, we foster a growth mindset.