Social Policy Canada

Independent information and resources on social policy, mental health, disability, and social services in Canada.

Social Policy Canada explores issues affecting individuals, families, communities, and the professionals who support them. The site brings together information and resources related to Canadian social policy, mental health and disability, social work, community services, and related areas of public interest.

Canadian Social Policy

Social policy influences many aspects of everyday life, including access to health care, disability supports, education, employment, housing, income security, and community services.

Our Canadian Social Policy section examines these issues and provides links to relevant organizations, programs, research, and resources.

Mental Health & Disability

Mental health and disability policy intersects with health care, education, employment, income support, accessibility, and community participation.

This section provides information and resources concerning mental health services, disability supports, psychological services, accessibility, and related Canadian initiatives.

Social Work & Social Services

Social workers, psychologists, counsellors, educators, health professionals, and community organizations all contribute to Canada’s social-support system.

Our Social Work & Social Services section explores services and resources available to individuals and families and highlights organizations working in these fields.

Resources

Our Resources section provides links to Canadian organizations, government programs, educational institutions, research centres, professional organizations, and community services relevant to social policy and wellbeing.

Historical Archive

SocialPolicy.ca has existed in different forms over the years. The Historical Archive preserves information about the site’s earlier subject matter and provides context for historical resources and references that remain available online.