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Partnering with Chinese Canadian families to create tailored mental health resources
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a rise in mental health awareness and acceptance in Canada. The increased knowledge, however, still lags behind among visible minority groups, including Chinese Canadians. Many families struggle in silence to support their children’s mental health, and most resources are only available in English and don’t adequately recognize cultural barriers. To mark…
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Researching mental health and substance use: Q&A with new investigator Dr. Trevor Goodyear
Mental health and substance use challenges are some of the most pressing issues impacting young people. These topics are the focus of Dr. Trevor Goodyear’s research program at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR). Dr. Goodyear joined BCCHR as an investigator in October 2025. “One of the reasons I’m drawn to working with youth is the…
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From Mini Med School attendees to medical school mentors
High school students attending the latest Vancouver edition of Mini Med School had the opportunity to participate in 30-minute information sessions with mentors such as Kate Kim and Sara Blais, currently in their third year of medical school at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Mini Med School is a health science outreach program hosted by BC Children’s Hospital…
