Stigma-Free Society

Founded in 2010, the Stigma-Free Society (SFS) is a registered charity based in British Columbia that promotes mental health and dismantles associated stigma nationwide. SFS offers educational tools and leadership to raise awareness of stigma and provide pathways to change. Our programs address the growing mental health crisis in Canada by focusing on understanding and eliminating stigmas of all kinds, which acts as a barrier to self-acceptance, reaching out for help, and accepting others.

Mission: The Stigma-Free Society is dedicated to eradicating stigma with an emphasis on intersecting mental health issues and creating a society that embraces and supports all people regardless of their differences. The Society strives to foster inclusivity, understanding, and acceptance for all.

Vision: Our vision is a world where stigma and mental health are understood, accepted, and treated with dignity. We envision a society that promotes mental wellness, provides equal opportunities for all individuals, and eliminates negative judgement of all people.  

Driven by our mission, we have extended our reach beyond British Columbia and have program uptake nationally solidifying our commitment to enhancing mental health literacy and anti-stigma education across Canada. This expansion demonstrates the growing recognition of our efforts and the significance of our work particularly in addressing the mental health needs of young Canadians. Through grassroots initiatives and valuable community partnerships, SFS continues to bring about positive and lasting change in the lives of countless children and youth.