From May 4–11, 2026, TDSB recognizes Children’s Mental Health Week and a time to reflect and act on how we create mentally healthy, inclusive school communities every day.
May invites us to centre the connection between mental health, well-being, and belonging. Throughout Mental Health Awareness Month, we are reminded that reducing stigma and strengthening mental health literacy happens through everyday actions in how we listen, respond, and create spaces where students feel seen, valued, and affirmed.
This year’s focus on connection, community, and belonging, highlighted through national initiatives like Come Together, Canada, calls us to address loneliness and foster safe, caring environments where children and youth can thrive (CAMH).
At TDSB, student voice is essential. Grounded in our Multi-Year Strategic Plan and Mental Health and Addictions Strategy, we continue to centre student experiences in shaping supportive school communities.
Supporting mental health is not a one-time event it lives in small, daily actions: pausing, connecting, and reaching out. Affirming student identity remains central to this work, with culturally responsive resources and Mental Health Toolkits helping to bridge wellness from classroom to home in meaningful and accessible ways.
If you have any questions and/or would like more information please email mentalhealthandwellbeing@tdsb.on.ca