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National Youth Advisory Council of Mood Disorders Society of Canada

Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC) Youth Advisory Council is a network of students from colleges and universities across the country, aimed at engaging young adults in discussions about issues surrounding mental health in their own age demographic

02/23/2026

Meet the National Co-Chair of the NYAC of MDSC, Eden Agulnik!

Eden Agulnik published her first book at 14, as she continues to improve the mental health of others, she started her care package small business creating and shipping internationally to those struggling. She has almost sent 200 since the time she started in 2021.

She attends York University for her bachelors of Social Work. As she has been on the council for about five years now, she is grateful to sit as co-chair. When she isn’t supporting the NYAC, she continues to follow passions in volunteering including supporting in hospice, those with intellectual disabilities, moving domestic violence survivors and their personal belongings to a safer environment, supports survivors of assault on the crisis line, and overall aids seniors in calling, visiting, delivering groceries and escorting them to medical appointments.

Learn more about the members of the NYAC at nyac.mdsc.ca.

02/21/2026

Meet the National Co-Chair of the NYAC of MDSC, Joshua Bell!

An Advisory Member of NYAC since 2023, Joshua now serves as one of 2 National Chairs for the NYAC.

A dedicated mental health advocate and community leader, Joshua brings a wealth of knowledge and personal lived experience to the mental health sector and to various national and local projects, boards, and organizations.

Passionate about mental health and su***de prevention, Joshua has worked tirelessly to raise awareness around mental health and su***de prevention efforts, educate on the types of resources available, and push for key policy changes to improve the mental health of Canadians. This includes his advocacy for the National 988, a national su***de prevention strategy, a national mental health transfer, and much more. Between 2020 and 2024, Joshua started and operated a youth mental health advocacy organization in the Hamilton region.

Joshua currently sits as National Co-Chair for the National Advisory Council of the Mood Disorders Society of Canada, Chairs the Pre-Budget Submission Committee and is a Member of the National Advisory Council of the National Initiative for Eating Disorders, and is a Community Champion with Unsinkable. Joshua is also a Member in good standing of the Eating Disorders Association of Canada and the Global Mental Health Action Network.

In early 2025, Joshua was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal by the Governor General’s Office on behalf of the King for his significant contributions to Canada for his mental health and su***de prevention work.

Learn more about the members of the NYAC at nyac.mdsc.ca.

01/22/2026

The NYAC was pleased to join the University of Guelph this past week at their January Student Volunteer event where we showcased the work of NYAC and MDSC.

Interested in joining NYAC? Join us now: join.nyac.mdsc.ca

01/20/2026

Are you a young person who wants to turn lived experience into impact?

NYAC is relaunching — and we’re building a national community of youth advocating for better mental health in Canada.

You don’t need to be an expert.
You just need a voice.

🔗 Join us: join.nyac.mdsc.ca

01/16/2026

Youth voices belong in mental health policy.

That’s why the National Youth Advisory Council of MDSC is relaunching with a stronger focus on advocacy, systems change, and youth leadership.

We’re working to make sure decisions about youth mental health are informed by the people most impacted — youth themselves.

Follow along. Get involved. Help change the system.

Learn more: mdsc.ca/nyac

01/13/2026

NYAC is relaunching — and this time, we’re leading with community.

Across Canada, youth are coming together to:
🧠 Advocate for better mental health systems
📣 Amplify lived experience
🤝 Build connection and belonging
📊 Shape policy and programs that actually work

If you’re a young person who cares about mental health — there’s a place for you here.

01/10/2026

Youth don’t just cope — we change the system.

The National Youth Advisory Council of the Mood Disorders Society of Canada is relaunching with a renewed focus on community, advocacy, and youth-led action in mental health.

We’re a national network of young people turning lived experience into real change — from policy recommendations to public campaigns to youth-informed research.

This is more than a council.
It’s a community.
It’s a voice.
It’s a movement.

🔗 Learn more & get involved: mdsc.ca/nyac

01/07/2026

Are you or someone you know affected by mental illness? Are you seeking an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Canadians struggling with their mental health?

MDSC's National Youth Advisory Council - NYAC is a network of students from colleges and universities across the country, aimed at engaging young adults in discussions about issues surrounding mental health.

ℹ Learn more and join the Council: https://mdsc.ca/nyac/

08/11/2025

🌟 Nominations Now Open – MDSC 2025 National Awards 🌟

Each year, Mood Disorders Society of Canada celebrates exceptional contributions to mental health through our National Awards Program. We honour individuals and organizations whose leadership, innovation, and dedication have made a meaningful difference in the mental health community.

Nominations are open from August 11, 2025, until October 20, 2025. Winners will be announced in January 2026.

🏆 Award Categories:
1️⃣ MDSC Mental Health Leadership Award – Recognizing an individual whose leadership and advocacy have positively impacted mental health in Canada.
2️⃣ Jordan James Pickell Mental Health Achievement Recognition Award – Honouring an organization making outstanding contributions to mental health education and anti-stigma initiatives.
3️⃣ Dr. Barbara Everett Award for Young Researchers with Lived Experience – Celebrating young researchers whose innovative work and lived experience are advancing mental health knowledge and practice.

📩 Learn more and submit your nomination: https://mdsc.ca/mood-disorders-society-of-canada-announces-their-2025-national-awards-program/

Let’s recognize and celebrate those making a difference! 💙

05/29/2025

As we update our National Resource Directory for 2025, we are looking for resources (local, provincial, or national) that you think we should include!

Know a resource that provides mental health help or wellness support?

Visit bit.ly/nyacnrd and make your submission today!

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https://mdsc.ca/nyac

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