jack amplified digs into the issues that matter to people shaping youth mental health in Canada. Hosted by Michael Braithwaite, Jack.org’s President & CEO, the podcast cuts to the heart of the youth mental health crisis through stigma-busting conversations with youth advocates, thought leaders, and experts. Building on Jack.org’s expertise in prevention and education, jack amplified shares stories of resilience, real-world mental health skills, and expert voices to equip people to support themselves and others.
jack amplified | Ep. 19: Yes, It's Okay to Say Suicide
TW: episode mentions suicide and suicide loss throughout. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, reach out the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline to get the support you need. If there is any immediate danger of harm, contact 9-1-1 or your local emergency department.
Suicide remains the second leading cause of death for young people in Canada, but persistent stigma and fear of getting it "wrong" keeps people from speaking openly about it.
For Suicide Prevention Month, we speak to mental health advocates Chris Coulter, Celia Owen, and Maddy Cunningham about suicide loss, talking to loved ones about mental health, and how we can all make a difference for someone who might be struggling.
Episode resources:The Mentor Well: https://www.thementorwell.com/ (https://www.thementorwell.com/)
Information from the Public Health Agency of Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/suicide-prevention.html (https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/suicide-prevention.html)
17 Jun 2026
jack amplified | Ep. 18: Supporting Indigenous Youth Mental Health
Artist, advocate, and community builder Syndel Thomas Kozar joins us to talk about the power of community and connection, the impact of colonialism on Indigenous mental health, storytelling, and how reconnecting to culture supports mental wellbeing. Learn more about Syndel's work at Crafting Kinship.
3 Jun 2026
jack amplified | Ep. 17: Pride, Belonging, and Mental Health
For Pride Month, we're joined by advocates Jake Bradshaw and Rei Ku to discuss the importance of community connectedness and its relationship to 2SLGBTQ+ and mental health advocacy.
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