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Our team is dedicated to advancing research that enhances treatment and support for those affected by mental illness, addiction and geriatric concerns, and looks to improve mental health and substance use services and policies.

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CELIA IPV Project

The CELIA-IPV Project aims to develop a common language for assessing and talking about intimate partner violence risk across municipal and provincial police services in Canada.

Apr 11, 2025

Violence prevention and trauma reduction in psychiatric healthcare workplaces: Leveraging facilitators and overcoming barriers to implementing evidence-based practices

This project aims to understand the current implementation of evidence-based violence and trauma prevention recommendations. It will identify barriers and facilitators, as well as effective strategies for implementation. The findings will help create an implementation manual for hospitals, offering clear guidance for leaders and administrators to reduce workplace violence, serious injuries, and related psychological trauma.

Apr 11, 2025

Our IPV Story

A collaborative platform advancing intimate partner violence (IPV) research and advocacy through lived experiences, innovative resources, and community-driven solutions.

Mar 12, 2025

Task-sharing and telemedicine delivery of psychotherapy to treat perinatal depression

Task-sharing and telemedicine can increase access to effective psychotherapies to treat perinatal depression & anxiety.

Mar 3, 2025

Waypoint Psychology Residency Brochure

The Residency Brochure is currently hosted on the WRI's 'Academic Opportunities' page. It is linked through both a photo and in-text link in the description paragraph.

Feb 21, 2025

Preventative Online Mental Health Program for Youth (POMHPY)

During the COVID-19 pandemic, youth in Ontario faced rising mental health challenges. In response, the Preventative Online Mental Health Program for Youth (POMHPY) was co-designed with young people using a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach. Informed by literature, youth input, and community feedback, the six-week virtual program supports mental, physical, and social wellbeing. This collaborative process highlights the value of youth engagement in creating effective, responsive mental health programs.

Feb 8, 2025 Waypoint Research Institute (WRI)

Supporting the uptake of patient-oriented research in forensic mental health settings: A multi-site implementation project

How can we best adapt guidelines and best practices for patient-oriented research in the forensic context?

Jan 30, 2025

January 2025 Research Nook

Research Nook Edition #7

In this edition of the Research Nook: InSPIRE 2025 Conference What's new at the WRI Recent Publications WRI in the News PCFC Corner

Jan 28, 2025 Waypoint Research Institute (WRI)

Improving youth mental wellbeing through a mindfulness-based program

Research Overview

Improving youth mental wellbeing through a mindfulness-based program.

Nov 15, 2024