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Mental Health & Addictions Strategy (2024–2027)

Moose Factory Island District School Area Board

Mental Health & Addictions Strategy Summary (2024 – 2027) – Click Here

Download Board Mental Health and Addictions 3 Year Strategy – Click Here

2026-2027 Mental Health and Addictions ACTION PLAN SUMMARY – Click Here

MFIDSAB 2026-27 Annual Mental Health and Addictions Action and Implementation Plan – Click Here

Introduction

This year’s Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan builds on our ongoing commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and identity-affirming school environments that support student mental well-being. In alignment with School Mental Health Ontario (SMH-ON) and PPM 169, our plan emphasizes equity, collaboration, and culturally responsive practices in our schools.

Key Priorities

Communication and Shared Language	Standardized Processes
Promote common understanding of mental health supports using culturally responsive language. Embed wellness into everyday school practices, spaces, and interactions. Use the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to guide service access.	Consistent use of suicide prevention protocols (e.g., SCRAM, Columbia Scale). Embed social-emotional learning (SEL) into classroom culture. Engage in joint local planning to align services and supports using the Right Time, Right Care framework.
Professional Learning & Training	Meaningful Collaboration
Ongoing staff training in suicide prevention, identity-affirming care, and trauma-informed approaches. Strengthen mental health literacy among staff, students, and families. Integrate evidence-based tools (e.g., BRISC, CBTIA, EMHware, Greenspace) into service delivery plans.	Deepen partnerships with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community organizations. Expand family and student engagement through cultural events and co-designed initiatives. Encourage student leadership in mental health promotion.

Implementation Highlights

Our work is guided by evidence-informed resources, including those from SMH-ON and the Indigenous
Wellness Framework.
All efforts are grounded in identity, culture, and land-based learning.
Monitoring and feedback loops ensure continuous improvement and community alignment.

Our Commitment

We remain dedicated to a whole-school, culturally grounded approach to mental health and well-being. By fostering strong relationships and shared responsibility, we aim to ensure all students feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.

Mission

We inspire our children to reach their potential by ensuring a strong foundation for their life-long learning.

Vision

Moose Factory Island District School Area Board is a collaborative community school board where children are proud of their achievements and their unique identity and culture.