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Researchers explore how exercise supercharges rTMS for treatment-resistant depression

November 18, 2024

Dr. Arthur Chaves and Dr. Sara Tremblayi.

What if the key to making treatment for depression more effective lies in something as simple as moving your body?

Speakers at Ottawa neuroimaging event.

Two innovative pitches win big at Ottawa neuroimaging event

The Ottawa Neuroimaging Retreat, led by The Royal and held on November...

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Canada Post Strike Update

Better mental health care cannot wait! With mail delays due to the...

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Volleyball group serves up support in the Schizophrenia Program

For some clients at The Royal, volleyball is more than a sport; it's...

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Congratulations to the 2024 UMRF recipients!

Research projects funded through the annual University Medical...

Cory Taylor

Research team endeavours to bring “miraculous” treatment for PTSD to Canada

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) robbed Cory Taylor, CD, of his...

Dr. Nir Lipsman named winner of the 2024 Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research

One of Canada’s preeminent neurosurgeon scientists receives...

Stephen Quinlan and his art at the Client and Family Hub

New donation brightens up the Client and Family Resource Hub

Prolific artist, longtime volunteer, and member of The Royal community...

A few members of The Royals' Bakeology team

Cookies with a cause: How the Bakeology program supports clients in the Forensic Program

Bakeology is a vocational program that operates as a social enterprise...

Woman sitting on the side of a bed.

From conflict to connection: Emotion coaching for caregivers

Everyone wants to feel understood. This idea is at the core of emotion...

Patricia Burhunduli

Studying the brain to better understand depression and suicide

Patricia Burhunduli, a uOttawa MD/PhD student who is conducting her...

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Statement on Supporting Full Continuum of Care for Substance Use Disorders, including Consumption and Treatment Services

On Tuesday, August 20, the Ontario government issued a news release...

Ottawa musician Michael Fahey (centre) and recreation therapist Ashleigh McGuinty (seated at right) with some members of The Royal’s guitar group.

Guitar group turns up the volume on harmony and healing

A new therapeutic guitar group in the Forensic Program that started as...

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Services remain open despite global CrowdStrike outage

All services at The Royal are open. While we are among the many...

Dr. E;izabeth Letourneau and Dr. Michael Seto

Prevention Global launches resource hub

The Royal, in partnership with the Moore Center for the Prevention of...

Members of the Cardio-Neuro-Mind Data Platform (CNMDP) team: Katie Dinelle, Christie Aguiar, Owen Clarkin, and Rami Hamati.

New data platform powers advanced research

Can better data collection accelerate our understanding of the links...

Award-winning country singer Jelly Roll

Award-winning country singer and mental health advocate Jelly Roll visits The Royal

On July 9, clients, staff and volunteers welcomed award-winning...

Year in Review

Year in Review 2023-2024

The Royal is dedicated to providing excellent care and innovative...

Cara Vaccarino

Q&A with Cara Vaccarino, The Royal's new President & CEO

Meet The Royal's new President & CEO! In January, The Royal welcomed...

Kevin Patrick.

A year of meaningful connections: Inside The Royal's Client and Family Resource Hub

If Kevin Patrick had only one word to describe The Royal’s Client and...

Geneviève Bonin

IMHR board member honoured with Canadian Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (CEDI) Award

The Royal congratulates Geneviève Bonin, a board member of the...

Mental Health Week

Compassion, connection, collaboration: This is what social work looks like at The Royal

At The Royal, we value our social workers for their commitment to care...

Recreation therapist Laura Willsher and Dr. Jihye Kang, music and movement instructor.

Therapeutic music and movement groups strike a chord with participants and researchers

If you’ve ever cranked up the tunes while on a road trip or danced in...

Dr. Rébecca Robillard.

New insomnia research is “science fiction made real”

Dr. Rébecca Robillard has received an Early Researcher Award (ERA)...

Coming to The Royal during the solar eclipse: safety tips

On Monday, April 8, 2024, a solar eclipse will take place in eastern...

Dr. Clifford Cassidy, Dr. Florence Dzierszinski and Dr. Jakov Shlik

Taking a closer look at our ‘blue spot’ – A breakthrough in neuroimaging and PTSD research

Recent findings published by a research team at The Royal are opening...

The Royal Mental Hygiene Challenge team.

Growing research behind community initiative sheds light on the importance of mental hygiene

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, maintaining our good mental...

City of Ottawa

The Royal named among the National Capital Region's top employers for 2024

OTTAWA, February 6, 2024 – The Royal is pleased to be named one of the...

Dr. Florence Dzierszinski, president of the University of Ottawa Institute of Mental Health Research (IMHR) at The Royal and vice-president of research

Dr. Florence Dzierszinski joins CIHR advisory board

We are proud to announce that Dr. Florence Dzierszinski, president of...

Leen Ghanayem, Jennifer Phillips, and Chelsea Montgomery.

Unveiling the hidden toll: A study on the psychological and biological impact of burnout in healthcare workers

While most people won’t be surprised to hear that elevated stress...

Dr. Gayatri Saraf, a clinician-researcher at The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) and new junior research chair.

New junior research chair bridges the gap between research and care

Dr. Gayatri Saraf, a clinician-researcher at The Ottawa Hospital (TOH)...

Sarah Anderson with representative from BPSO

Why this long-term care home is unlike any other in Ontario

Royal Ottawa Place is not an ordinary long-term care home, it is an...

Anik Gosselin

Four strategies for navigating holiday stress amid global challenges

The holiday season, with its joyful festivities and family gatherings...

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How parents and caregivers can support the teens and young adults in their lives

Mental health is a key component of well-being and happiness and it...

Dr. Srividya Iyer

Dr. Srividya Iyer – Carving a path to equitable, youth-friendly mental health services for underserved communities

Annually, the prestigious Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health...

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Congratulations to the 2022-23 UMRF recipients!

Five innovative research projects funded through the annual University...

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The Royal names Cara Vaccarino as President and CEO and Dr. Sandra Northcott as Chief of Staff

OTTAWA, November 23, 2023 -The Royal is pleased to announce the...

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Expert tips for caregivers and family members: How to ask that question, and support a loved one who lives with a substance use disorder

Chris Curry, an addictions counsellor and registered psychotherapist...

The Royal is accredited with Exemplary Standing

The Royal has once again achieved Accreditation with Exemplary...

Fardous Hosseiny, Atlas President and CEO

Five things to know about the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families

Canada has a proud military tradition. Our veterans served our country...

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November spotlight on men’s mental health

Although it’s important to have conversations about men’s mental...

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Tips for your mental health toolbox

We asked some of our experts to send us tips and advice for World...

Members of a group at The Royal who crochet "pocket hugs" for others

The ties that bind: Making “pocket hugs” for mental health and well-being

Everyone needs a hug. That’s the premise behind a thoughtful...

2023 Leaders for Mental Health Breakfast raises outstanding $670,000 for care and research at The Royal

OTTAWA, October 4, 2023 – More than 750 community leaders filled the...

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Royal researchers receive funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)

Three research teams connected to the University of Ottawa Institute...

Kim Corace

New insights on substance use health in the latest issue of Psynopsis, Canada’s psychology magazine

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care, teaching, and research...

Playing Bear sculpture

The Royal unveils bear carving by Koomuatuk “Kuzy” Curley

A striking carving of a polar bear was unveiled at the Royal Ottawa...

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Smudging and spiritual services at The Royal

Smudging is an Indigenous spiritual ceremony that involves burning...

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TD donates $1M to help The Royal meet growing community mental health need

Support from TD will help The Royal’s Prompt Care Clinic – a service...

Dale Patterson and Dr. Louise Overington

A collaborative trauma-informed approach to transforming the SUCD inpatient spaces

Imagine this – as part of a grounding intervention in the Substance...

Clinic represents new hope for people living with difficult-to-treat depression

According to Health Canada, about 11 per cent of men and 16 per cent...

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Mad Art is coming to The Royal

The Women’s Mental Health Program at The Royal is introducing a new...

Johannes Ziebarth, Glenda O'Hara and Cynthia Clark cutting the ribbon at the opening of The Hub

Opening of the new Client and Family Resource Hub

Meaningful support for clients and families at The Royal The Royal...

Digital Front Door

Developer of The Royal’s RAAM Digital Front Door recognized as a Finalist (Runner-up) of 2023 Microsoft Healthcare & Life Sciences Partner of the Year

Today, Emids, a leading digital transformation solutions provider that...

Florence Dzierszinski, Pierre Pellegrino, Marion Beckett, Jennifer Phillips, Chris Ide

BMO Drives Progress for Mental Health Treatment with the Single-Largest Corporate Gift Made to The Royal in its History

BMO is increasing access to mental health care with a $2 million...

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New Masking Guidelines at Montfort, The Royal, and Queensway Carleton Hospital

Montfort, The Royal and Queensway Carleton Hospital are taking one...

Cynthia Clark and Glenda O'Hara

The Royal opens new Resource Hub designed by clients and families, for clients and families

The Client and Family Resource Hub will provide meaningful, evidence...

Dr. Jennifer Phillips

Dr. Jennifer Phillips Named Interim Scientific Director of the IMHR

OTTAWA, April 18, 2023 – The University of Ottawa Institute of Mental...

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Therapeutic volunteer group at The Royal builds confidence

Studies show that volunteering is good for our mental health. It’s...

Karen Aglukark

Inaugural graduate student research award supports study of resilience to childhood trauma among Inuit

What is the best way to study resilience to childhood trauma among...

Tyler Meredith

Introducing a new member of The Royal’s board of trustees: Tyler Meredith

The Royal welcomes a new addition to the board of trustees, Tyler...

Dr. Natalia Jaworska

New study of auditory hallucinations in people who have bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder (BD) is a mental health condition that affects...

Woman sleeping in bed

Should we keep daylight saving time?

Time changes related to daylight saving time cause sleep disruptions...

Bob the brain

The second annual Royal Mental Hygiene Challenge kicks off March 1

The Royal challenges the community to build healthy habits that can...

Cyber mind concept in form of women face outline with circuit board and binary data flow on blue background.

Artificial Intelligence brings precision diagnosis and personalized treatments to mental health care.

Jonathan Hyslop, a certified MHFA trainer

Mental Health First Aid can make “a world of difference”

While one in four Canadians are directly affected by mental health...

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What is validation, and how does it strengthen relationships?

Deborah Mullins, a social worker at The Royal since 1999, has been...

Pierre Noel

Pierre Noel Appointed Interim President and CEO of The Royal

OTTAWA, February 8, 2023 - The Royal’s Board of Trustees has appointed...

National Capital Top Employer 2023

The Royal Named One of the National Capital Region's Top Employers (Again!)

The Royal has been named one of the National Capital Region’s Top...

Stefan Keyes

Let’s keep talking about your mental health: a special event focused on youth mental health

Nearly 160 Algonquin College students, staff, faculty, and community...

Dr. Paul Fedoroff

A Legacy of Community Safety: Dr. J. Paul Fedoroff (August 23, 1958 – January 16, 2023)

We are saddened to share the recent passing of Dr. J. Paul Fedoroff...

Canada's Top 40 Research Hospitals 2022

The Royal ranks as one of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals

The Royal has once again been ranked as one of Canada’s Top 40...

Brynna Lennox

Why “sober living” may not be the best New Year’s resolution for you

No matter the date on the calendar, the subject of making change is...

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Why self-compassion should be the number one promise we make to ourselves in 2023

Making resolutions to hit the gym, eat more vegetables, and get a grip...

Royal’s Board of Trustees Announces: Departure of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group’s President and CEO

On behalf of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group’s Board of Trustees, I...

COVID-19 survey results shine a light on pandemic mental health, substance use, sleep, and mor

COVID-19 survey results shine a light on pandemic mental health, substance use, sleep, and more

A research team led by Dr. Rébecca Robillard of the University of...

The “Enchanted” new mural unveiled at The Royal

“Enchanted” new mural unveiled at The Royal

The mural, called “Enchanted Forest,” was created by a group of...

Jillian Crabbe standing in front of Christmas tree

Fill your cup! Expert advice about getting through the holidays

For many people, the holiday season is filled with joy and festive...

Soup and sandwich

New lunch options “a big win”

Clients, visitors, and staff at the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre...

Therapy dogs

Furry friends return to The Royal

After a long pandemic-related break, the Royal Ottawa Mental Health...

Dr. Sheri Madigan named winner of the 2022 Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research

One of Canada’s preeminent scientists in children’s mental health...

Ottawa Blues for Youth is back

Once again, this year’s Ottawa Blues for Youth musical fundraiser...

(L-R) Elgin Ozerdinc, Nadia Mian, Ersin Ozerdinc, Kathleen Grimes, Joanne Bezzubetz, Dr. David Attwood, and Chris Ide

Major donation brings hope to people living with schizophrenia

A transformational $2.5 million gift of philanthropic support will...

World Mental Health Day

The Kids Are Not Alright

We are in the midst of a national mental health care crisis. While one...

Sharon Squire

Introducing Sharon Squire, new chair of The Royal’s board of trustees

The Royal is proud to welcome Sharon Squire as the new chair of the...

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The Royal to Launch New Community-Based Clinic for People Living with Schizophrenia Thanks to $2.5 Million Donation

The Ozerdinc Grimes family of Ottawa has donated $2.5M to The Royal...

Photo : (De gauche à droite) Deijanelle Simon, Dr Ben Fortin-Langelier, Sarah Joynt, Dre Susan Farrell, Dre Gail Beck, Claude Brulé, Laura Stanbra, Jeff Agate, Ben Bridgstock et Josh Kellar.

Expanding access and building capacity for Algonquin college students and staff

This fall marks the third anniversary of a unique partnership between...

portrait of Dr. Gail Beck

Announcing Dr. Gail Beck as interim chief of staff

The Royal’s board of trustees has appointed Dr. Gail Beck as interim...

Peer support worker speaking with a woman

New forensic peer support services at The Royal

For some people with mental health or substance use challenges...

Caregiver holding hands with patient

Spotlight on the geriatric outreach behavioural supports program at The Royal

They say that one measure of a society is how we care for the most...

Michelle Jackson-Brown, a social worker and peer support worker in the Women’s Mental Health Program, is one of the facilitators of The Royal’s Perinatal Wellness Group.

Supporting perinatal mental health at The Royal

Every Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. mothers across the Ottawa...

Danielle Eakins, an expert quilter in Muskoka, Ontario, made and donated a dignity blanket for Royal Ottawa Place.

Bringing comfort and care to ROP residents, one stitch at a time

Royal Ottawa Place received a one-of-a-kind donation this spring – a...

PET/MRI

Congratulations to the 2021-22 UMRF recipients!

Six innovative research projects funded through the annual University...

Digital Front Door team members

Innovation Expo 2022 awards $100,000 dedicated to improving access to mental health and substance use health care

Funding competition empowers client and family-centred innovation in...

Drapeau de la fierté

Celebrating Pride Month at The Royal

The month of June marks the beginning of Pride Month.

Shirley Greenberg

Thank you, Shirley Greenberg, for the impact you made

We are saddened by the passing of Shirley Greenberg. She leaves behind...

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Standing with Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health and the Indigenous community

The findings of the report on racism against Indigenous people in...

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‘Roadmap to recovery’ at The Royal’s Integrated Schizophrenia Recovery Program

While the COVID-19 pandemic created many challenges for staff, clients...

Thank you

National Nursing Week 2022

This week is National Nursing Week. The theme this year is “We Answer...

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Focus on fitness at the FTU

New programming is in the works for aging clients in the Forensic...

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The importance of making your bed

How can making the bed every morning build our sense of self...

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A support group designed to create and heal

Can art boost our mental wellness? Expressive arts practitioner, Nancy...

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When we talk about housing, we’re talking about mental health

There isn’t enough supportive housing for people living with mental...

KJ Thomas

Bringing hope, access, and new possibilities to the Women’s Mental Health Program

As we start to emerge on the other side of the pandemic, some members...

Group of different culture and gender people

The Royal and Carleton University Announce Second Term of Research Chair in Culture and Gender

The Royal and Carleton University are proud to announce that the...

Nancy Solange

IWD: Advice to women leaders of today, and tomorrow

At The Royal, many of the very top leadership roles are held by women...

The Royal Mental Hygiene Challenge

The Royal Mental Hygiene Challenge Kicks Off March 1

The Royal challenges Ottawa to build new skills that help each...

Breaking Free Online launches to provide substance use health support

New safe and confidential online tool helps support those use...

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The Royal proudly signs Dimensions Charter crystallizing commitment to transformational change

Every day, we are listening to, learning from and growing alongside...

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Helping colleagues through compassion fatigue

In the early days of the pandemic, Dr. Melissa Bolton, a clinical...

Centreville d'Ottawa

The Royal Named One of the National Capital Region's Top Employers

OTTAWA, ONTARIO – February 1, 2022: The Royal is pleased to announce...

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Prompt Care Clinic: One year later

The Royal’s Prompt Care Clinic opened its (virtual) doors a year ago...

The Royal Named Top 40 Research Hospital

The Royal continues to lead the way in mental health and substance use...

Dr Zachary Kaminsky

Community partnership brings suicide prevention pilot to Ottawa

Approximately 4,000 deaths by suicide occur in Canada every year – 11...

Peter Winfield

A client’s perspective on The Royal’s pursuit of hope, access and new possibilities

For so many of us struggling with mental health challenges a bright...

Chijindu Ukagwu

Brockville Mental Health Centre RN wins award for innovative mental health app

Chijindu Ukagwu, a registered nurse at the Brockville Mental Health...

Dr. Jennifer Phillips

Understanding the biology behind suicide and treatment-resistant depression

When we learn more about mental health, we move closer to improving...

Un chercheur compare essentiellement la structure et la fonction du cerveau chez les personnes qui ont des idées suicidaires et chez celles qui n’en ont pas.

What is it like to participate in research at The Royal (and get an MRI)?

Spend a morning at The Royal getting your brain scanned for science {...

Georg Northoff in the Brain Imaging Centre

Using artificial intelligence to gain a better understanding of our brains

Innovative mental health research brings us closer to finding answers...

Dr. Rebecca Robilliard

COVID-19 and its impact on sleep and mental health

Mental health researchers at the University of Ottawa Institute of...

Dr. Simone Vigod

Impacts of this award-winning research could extend across generations

Dr. Simone Vigod of Women’s College Hospital and the University of...

Joanne Bezzubetz, Glenda O'Hara, Michèle Langlois et Anne Graham

Co-creating research, from bench to bedside: ‘When you know better, you do better.’

In December 2020, The Royal announced its new organizational strategy...

Ron Eastern Construction Ltd. has been The Royal’s tree unloading team for the past five years.

The Royal’s annual Christmas tree sale: powered by positivity and volunteers

Many families have their own traditions around the holidays, such as...

Dr Michael Seto

New grant will shine a light on child sexual abuse perpetration worldwide

The Royal and its partner, the Moore Center for the Prevention of...

Joanne Bezzubetz, présidente et cheffe de l'administration, le Royal

The Royal transforms delivery of mental health care shoulder-to-shoulder with clients and their families

Change is happening at The Royal — change that is transforming the way...

Cynthia Clark

CIHR and Royal-Funded Research Supports Meaningful Engagement of Caregiver Advisors in Health Organizations

The Royal is proud to announce the launch of engagecaregivers.ca, a...

Un pharmacien parle avec son client

Leaders in the mental health and addiction sector respond to Ontario’s Fall Economic Statement

Toronto, November 5, 2021 – Ontario’s leading mental health...

Dr Stuart Fogel

Need to solve a problem? New study shows it’s best to ‘sleep on it’

Many of us have had the experience of going to bed after struggling...

Dr. Simone Vigod

Dr. Simone Vigod named winner of the 2021 The Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for mental health research

The Royal is pleased to announce that Dr. Simone Vigod of Women’s...

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A closer look at Beautiful Minds

Beautiful Minds is an undertaking of Steve West, the chair of the...

Femme qui écoute de la musique

New interdisciplinary research institute to explore the impact of music on health and well-being

If popular wisdom holds that music is good for the soul, science is...

Andrea Prazmowski

How does spending time in nature improve our sense of well-being?

Spending mindful time in the company of trees is referred to by some...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Protocol

The safety of our clients and their loved ones is our main priority...

Dr. Georg Northoff

Dr. Georg Northoff named to Royal Society of Canada

Dr. Northoff joins 50 leaders recognized for outstanding scholarly...

Neurones

The Royal Announces Winners of Inaugural Translation of Research Into Care Grant Made Possible by Canada Life

Grant program empowers interdisciplinary, client-shaped mental health...

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Art with heart

Whether you like creating art, admiring art or buying art, the...

Des employés de Brockville et d’Ottawa se sont réunis pour créer le tout premier groupe de soutien pour les familles dans le domaine de la psychiatrie légale.

Collaboration at the heart of forensic family support group

Over the years, The Royal has hosted many support groups at its Ottawa...

Anita Manley

More than a voice: The Royal’s board of trustees brings client vote to the table

In late 2020, The Royal launched its 2020-2025 strategy aimed at Co...

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Nothing about me without me: Transforming client- and family-focused care, education and research at The Royal

In December 2020, The Royal announced its new organizational strategy...

World Hepatitis Day

World Hepatitis Day: BMHC supports World Health Organization goal to eliminate hepatitis C by 2030

Brockville Mental Health Centre (BMHC) is home to a unique program...

Une mère épuisée tenant son enfant dans ses bras

Peer support becomes a lifeline for women during the pandemic

It’s not easy being a new mom. You’re thrust into a world where sleep...

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Co-creating access, hope and new possibilities

Growth in the time of pandemic I am honoured to present The Royal’s...

Vidéoconférence du médecin avec le client

The Royal’s RAAM clinic has a new ‘digital front door’ and it’s wide open

There’s a new innovative service available for individuals seeking...

Guillaume Tremblay

Good hygiene for your mental health

For most of us, dental hygiene is a no-brainer. We brush our teeth...

Jane Benson avec son chien

Nursing Week spotlight on the Brockville Mental Health Centre

“There are a lot of spectacular things being done in Brockville...

Nursing staff at The Royal

National Nursing Week

This week is National Nursing Week. It is an opportunity to reflect on...

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Care Without Walls: The Royal’s community mental health program recognized for impact bringing mental health care to the community

As the world grappled with the magnitude of the COVID-19 pandemic, The...

National Volunteer Week

‘Grieving’ the loss of volunteers at The Royal

The COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on every area and department at...

Prix Inspiration

The Royal recognizes local mental health leaders as part of 2021 Inspiration Awards, presented by TD

Host Rick Campanelli celebrates five community leaders, including the...

Dr Michael Seto

The Royal and Moore Center for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse receive US$10.3M grant to prevent child sexual abuse perpetration worldwide

Global Perpetration Prevention initiative seeks to find, evaluate and...

Technicien de laboratoire

Collaborative Brain-Heart Research Initiative with uOttawa, Heart Institute earns $5.8M through 2020 Innovation Fund

Researchers at The Royal have teamed up with University of Ottawa...

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AccessMHA: one access point for mental health and addictions services

One of the biggest challenges for people in need of mental health and...

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Mental health education series expands to 24 colleges across Ontario

The telemedicine program at The Royal has expanded a mental health...

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Prompt Care Clinic at The Royal offers new access to mental health services

The Royal’s new Prompt Care Clinic offers quick access to specialized...

The Royal is recognized as one of the region’s top employers

The Royal has once again been named among the National Capital Region...

Le Royal reçoit un don anonyme de 1,5 $ million pour la recherche en santé mentale

The Royal receives $1.5M anonymous donation for mental health research

Funds will help scientists explore biomarkers for suicide ideation...

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Six ways to manage stress and anxiety during COVID-19

It’s ok to feel stressed and anxious, especially right now. Although...

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The mood-boosting benefits of light

Sunlight is a natural mood booster. Unfortunately, given our location...

Infographic depicting research and care

Effective treatment for Opioid Use Disorder is available, even during a pandemic

The rising rate of opioid-related deaths across Canada has been a...

Michèle Langlois, Présidente, Conseil consultatif des familles; Glenda O’Hara, Présidente, Conseil consultatif des clients; Anne Graham, Présidente, Conseil d’administration, le Royal; Joanne Bezzubetz, Présidente et Chef de la direction, le Royal

The Royal unveils “the beginning of a five-year conversation”

This year, perhaps more than any other, has left its mark on health...

Woman having a restless sleep

Pandemic has severely disrupted sleep, increasing stress and medication use

COVID-19 has affected sleep for half of surveyed, with potential long...

The Royal Named one of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals

Ottawa, December 11, 2020 - In the annual list released today by...

Mocha est le premier chien d’assistance à faire un séjour à l’unité d’hospitalisation du Royal avec sa maîtresse.

Meet Mocha, the canine “game changer”

While many service animals have made an appearance at The Royal over...

Shining a spotlight on men’s mental health

Richard Robins – a social worker at The Royal - and Nathan Charron of...

Dr. R. Nicholas Carleton

Transformational work on the well-being of public safety personnel wins Dr. R. Nicholas Carleton the 2020 Royal-Mach-Gaensslen prize

A childhood experience had a profound influence on Dr. R. Nicholas...

Cyber mind concept in form of women face outline with circuit board and binary data flow on blue background.

The Royal and NuEnergy.ai collaborate to develop an AI Governance Framework for mental health care and research

NuEnergy beta software helps ensure “cutting-edge” artificial...

Alexis Milne with her camera

Volunteer-led initiative shows the smiles behind the masks

Sometimes the smallest act of kindness can have the biggest impact...

Œuvre d'art de l'arbre de la bonté

Therapy group helps clients weather the storm

The Kindness Connection group was developed by staff at the Brockville...

La Dre Synthia Guimonde et le Dr Lauri Tuominen

Early career scientists secure major federal grant to improve understanding of cognitive impairments in people with schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder that affects about 1% of...

Dre Jennifer Phillip et Dre Katerina Nikolitch

Examining the impact of COVID-19 on a unique population: medical residents

What is the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of Canadian...

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Ontario’s mental health and addiction leaders respond to government’s new investment

Ontario’s leading mental health organizations including Addictions and...

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uOttawa announces new telemedicine service for students thanks to partnership with The Royal

“Working in collaboration and leveraging technology, we have created a...

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Read more about our experts in the media.

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Safeguarding your child's mental health as school begins

Q: What can I do to safeguard my child’s mental health as school...

Mike, a member of the Client Advisory Council at the Brockville Mental Health Centre stands by his painting

Client art show at BMHC illustrates the need for connection

By Alexandra Moores With assistance from support staff, including...

Florence Dzierszinski

Q&A with Dr. Florence Dzierszinski, the new IMHR president and vice-president of research

Dr. Florence Dzierszinski has recently been named the new president of...

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New research reveals effects of oral contraceptives on brain development

Oral contraceptives have been commercially available for about 60...

Annemarie Wolff

Annemarie Wolff wins Governor General's Academic Gold Medal

Annemarie Wolff is one of the newest recipients of the Governor...

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The Recovery Program celebrates a special milestone, and an evolution in mental health care

This summer marks the 10th anniversary of the Recovery Program at The...

Dr. Clifford Cassidy, a scientist at The Royal’s Institute of Mental Health Research

Understanding the brain in relation to addictive substances

New research published in the American Journal of Psychiatry is...

Dr. Naista Zhand

Dr. Naista Zhand Awarded Junior Clinical Research Chair in Schizophrenia

Ottawa, ON., July 30, 2020 – Dr. Naista Zhand, a clinician scientist...

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Dr. Florence Dzierszinski Takes the Helm of The Royal’s Institute of Mental Health Research

The Royal and the Board of Directors of the Institute of Mental Health...

Gabrielle Eyahpaise, mental health advocate

What is it like to have OCD during a global pandemic?

Many of us have habits that make us feel better in some way. Athletes...

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A Guide to Moral Injury: Supporting healthcare workers during COVID-19

The Centre of Excellence on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder at The...

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By the numbers

Video: Access, Innovation and Collaboration, by the numbers.

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Access, Innovation and Collaboration define our Hospital without Walls

Throughout the past year, our actions have been guided by the...

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C-PROMPT delivers urgent mental health support

On April 6, The Royal established C-PROMPT to temporarily provide...

Dr Zachary Kaminsky

Mapping out a better understanding of PTSD

The Royal’s Institute of Mental Health Research has received more than...

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Awards and Grants, 2019-2020

Our team at The Royal is committed to excellence and innovation in...

Dr Pierre Blier

Research shows ketamine can be a life-saver in the fight against depression

The World Health Organization estimates that by the year 2030...

La Dre Jennifer Phillips (centre) avec son équipe de recherche, Patricia Burhunduli (gauche) et Katie Vandeloo (droite).

From Suicide Ideation to Suicide Attempt: Understanding the Progression of Treatment-Resistant Depression through Neuroimaging

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth and young...

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This too, is therapy

At The Royal we recognize that recovery looks different for everyone...

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Hope for People Living with Treatment-Resistant Major Depressive Disorder

Dr. Sara Tremblay, a scientist at The Royal’s Institute of Mental...

Dr Clifford Cassidy, un scientifique due l'Institut de recherche en santé mentale du Royal

Clinical Biomarker Discoveries in Dopamine and Noradrenaline: Impact on Schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s Disease

Mental health research is not yet as advanced as other medical fields...

Mike Fisher and Michael Whalen

When is a fence not a fence?

When is a fence not a fence? It sounds like the beginning of a riddle...

What a difference a year makes!

Updates on groundbreaking research projects

Homegrown innovation in mobile health monitoring The Royal is part of...

Juliet Haynes using Zoom

Making new connections through ‘family groups 2.0’ at The Royal

Back in March, many events at The Royal were cancelled in order to...

Dr. Michael Seto

The Royal lends its expertise to new online portal for sexual abuse prevention

When public health officials first announced stay-at-home guidelines...

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Brain research gets a boost at The Royal

Two researchers at The Royal are the recipients of Discovery Grants...

Chaire de recherche DIFD et Mach-Gaensslen sur la prévention du suicide, Dr. Kaminsky

Using artificial intelligence to predict risk of suicide

In an article published today in the online journal npj Digital...

La Dre Susan Farrell accepte le prix Partenaire communautaire du le Centre de naissance et de bien-être d’Ottawa

New collaboration delivers mental health support to new parents

The Royal is bringing mental health support to new parents through a...

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Journaling as a wellness tool

Did you know that almost everyone, everywhere, probably has two...

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Community comes together to make and donate mask extenders for frontline health care workers

When John Phillips, a professional sign maker in Kanata, saw that...

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COVID-19 Q&A: Where can I get help?

COVID-19 Q&A: Where can I get help? Answer: It's normal for...

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COVID-19 Q&A: Is the alcohol withdrawal clinic open?

COVID-19 Q&A: Is the alcohol withdrawal clinic open? The person is...

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COVID-19 Q&A: Where to get help for your mental health

COVID-19 Q&A: I need help for my mental health but I don't want to go...

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COVID-19 Q&A: Tips on dealing with anxiety issues related to the COVID-19 crisis and front-line employees

COVID-19 Q&A: Do you have any tips on dealing with anxiety issues...

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COVID-19 Q&A: Is The Royal still admitting patients during COVID-19?

COVID-19 Q&A: Is The Royal still admitting patients during COVID-19...