Work on this document began in July 2008. At the end of August, a first draft was submitted to over 120 people who are active within the structure of the Mental Health Commission of Canada – members of the Board of Directors, members of the eight Advisory Committees and staff. In September, an internal consultation process was initiated, beginning with all those who had lived experience of mental health problems and illnesses, followed by Advisory Committee members and staff. In parallel, we received feedback and advice from outside the Commission on the importance of embracing a comprehensive approach to mental.
