44th Parl. 1st Sess.

January 31, 2022 11:00AM

Ms. Emmanuella Lambropoulos (Saint-Laurent, Lib.)

Jan/31/22 2:08:21 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, it has been nearly two years since we entered a global pandemic, and Covid has affected Canadians in countless ways. It has affected our economy, and it has completely changed the way that we socialize. It has affected our well-being, our health and, of course, our mental health. Now, more than ever, Canadians feel as if they are overwhelmed and can barely cope. That is completely normal given the circumstances. I want Canadians to know that they are not alone. Sometimes it is hard to admit that we need help, but it is important to realize that everyone goes through tough times. If someone is currently experiencing a low and is struggling with their mental health, they need to keep in mind that these feelings are temporary. Better days are coming. Warmer, more enjoyable days are coming. I ask them to please reach out to a trusted person and ask for help. If they do not feel ready to open up to someone they know, I ask them to please make use of the new PocketWell app, which was launched just a couple of weeks ago. Through this app, people can regularly check in with themselves to see how they are doing and gain access to free counselling. Together we will get through this.

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