Mental Health Research Symposium

ARMS is excited to host a two-day community-engaged mental health research symposium. The symposium, scheduled for May 1, 2024 (9am-4pm) and May 2, 2024 (9am-2:30pm), aims to bridge the gap between academia and community knowledge in mental health research. The event is a response to the emerging interest in combining social scientific methodologies with community-driven insights in mental health research. It aims to foster connections and exchange knowledge between students, academics, and community stakeholders. The symposium will feature presentations, workshops, and panels led by community mental health experts, graduate students, and interdisciplinary faculty, all dedicated to establishing effective, community-engaged research partnerships.

Art & Inquiry Soirée

A key feature of this symposium is the Art & Inquiry Soirée: Artistic Explorations of Mental Health hosted by CMHA Hamilton during the evening of May 1, 2024 (7pm-9pm).

This exhibit aims to initiate discussions on mental health challenges and act as a powerful physical representation of an artist-centred self-discovery process. The goal is to reduce stigma associated with mental health issues and provide a channel where artists, photographers, and poets feel comfortable sharing personal struggles, which is an important first step towards improving mental wellness.

Registration for the Art & Inquiry Soirée is separate from the symposium day ticket and can be found at

A Special Thank You to…

The Mental Health Research Symposium is hosted by the Centre for Advanced Research on Mental Health and Society (ARMS). This event is brought to you by Canadian Mental Health Association, Hamilton Branch (CMHA Hamilton), the McMaster Museum of Art (MMA), the McMaster Institute for Health Equity (MIHE), the McMaster Community Research Platform (CRP), the Burlington Public Library (BPL), and the Hamilton Public Library (HPL) .

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Canada