04/24/2025
Anxiety Canada recently the closure of our free app, MindShift CBT.
We also shared the sad news that Anxiety Canada must close its doors due to a lack of sustainable funding. However, today we can share a silver lining: MindShift CBT is not going anywhere.
While Anxiety Canada will no longer operate the app, 247 Labs, the long-time developers behind MindShift CBT, have stepped up to take over its ongoing operation. Thanks to them, users will still be able to access the app and its features.
Thank you again to our supporters. We hope you will continue supporting charities working to make mental health resources more accessible for all. 💙
04/24/2025
After 26 years, we’re sad to share that Anxiety Canada is closing its doors.
This is not the outcome we hoped for, but ultimately, a lack of sustainable funding has made it impossible to continue. It is a reminder that mental health resources remain underfunded, even as the need continues to grow.
Still, we are incredibly proud of the legacy we leave behind.
Anxiety Canada’s resources have supported millions—from parents and caregivers to educators and mental health professionals. From offering free tools like our downloadable self-help PDFs and educational toolkits, to running 38 subsidized therapy groups and reaching over 8.5 million people worldwide with our mental health videos, our impact has been wide-reaching and meaningful.
Please note:
📲 MindShift CBT App: We have some good news regarding our free app, MindShift CBT. Details coming in our next post! 💬
🌐 Website: AnxietyCanada.com will stay live until March 2026 but won’t receive updates or support.
▶️ YouTube: Our videos will remain available for the next year.
📱 Social Media: Our accounts will no longer be monitored after April 30, 2025.
Thank you to everyone who believed in our mission. Your support has helped shape a legacy we’re deeply proud of.
We encourage you to continue to advocate for sustainable mental health funding and continue supporting the organizations that carry this vital work forward.
With gratitude,
💙 The Anxiety Canada Team
03/26/2025
After over a decade of providing free anxiety support, we have difficult news to share: the MindShift CBT app will be closing as of April 1, 2025.
This decision was not made lightly, but due to limited funding, it is no longer sustainable to maintain the app.
As we recently informed app users, we also want to update our online community: After March 31, 2025, the app will no longer receive updates or support. Users will need to manually remove the app from their devices. For instructions, visit the Android Help Centre or Apple Support.
For more details on MindShift CBT's closure, please see our FAQ: anxietycanada.com/mindshiftcbt 🔗
02/27/2025
💤 Sleep is essential for memory, learning, immune function, and more. Inspired by our new resource on sleep biology, here are some things you need to know!
😴 Sleep is regulated by TWO key factors:
1. Sleep Drive – The longer you’re awake, the stronger your sleep pressure due to adenosine buildup.
2. Circadian Rhythm – Your internal clock is regulated by light exposure, with melatonin levels peaking about 16 hours after morning sunlight.
😴 How to Improve Sleep Based on Biology:
✅ Increase Sleep Drive: Wake up at the same time daily, avoid naps, and only go to bed when sleepy.
✅ Regulate Circadian Rhythm: Get morning sunlight and dim lights in the evening to reinforce natural sleep cues.
✅ Reduce Wakefulness: Avoid caffeine and screens before bed, minimize stressors, and establish a relaxing bedtime routine.
There’s no one-size-fits-all sleep target—listen to your body to learn what works best for you.
🔗 Read more here: https://www.anxietycanada.com/downloadables/sleep-biology/
02/19/2025
We’ve recently released a directory of support groups for parents, caregivers, and families of individuals with OCD. These organizations provide a space to connect, share experiences, and find support. 💙
Please note that the Canadian OCD Foundation does not endorse these resources or guarantee outcomes, and an Anxiety Canada resource featuring support groups for individuals with OCD is also in the works.
Find the list of groups here: https://www.anxietycanada.com/downloadables/ocd-support-groups-canada/
