Women’s mental health needs evolve significantly across every stage of life, yet critical gaps remain in how research is translated into practical care and public awareness. The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) invites researchers, healthcare professionals, students, innovators, and ecosystem partners to join the womenmind Conference: Women’s Mental Health Across the Lifespan. This multi-day community gathering brings together diverse perspectives to turn cutting-edge brain health research into real-world action. Whether you are looking to understand the latest clinical insights or actively co-create solutions that empower women, this event offers a unique platform to connect, learn, and drive meaningful systemic change.

Use code WMFEMTECH10 for a 10% discount.

What you’ll learn

Across the interactive hackathon and two-day conference, attendees will engage with expert presentation topics, actionable research, and collaborative problem-solving. Key takeaways include:

• Discovering lifespan perspectives: Gain deep insights into women’s mental and brain health from youth through later life, identifying key biological, psychological, and social factors.

• Translating research into action: Learn practical strategies for turning complex academic findings into accessible resources that inform and empower the public.

• Co-creating community resources: Participate in hands-on collaborative working groups to address critical gaps in care and public health communications.

• Identifying innovation gaps: Explore opportunities where new healthcare technologies, research models, and community programs can improve outcomes for women.

For entrepreneurs, researchers, and ecosystem partners in the Hamilton, Halton, and broader Ontario innovation networks, advancing specialized health solutions requires strong cross-sector collaboration. Bridging the gap between scientific discovery and public application is essential for building healthier communities and driving healthtech innovation. By bringing together perspectives from healthcare, academia, industry, and lived experience, this conference fosters the interdisciplinary dialogue needed to turn evidence-based science into impactful real-world tools.

Who should attend

This event is tailored for individuals across all career stages who are passionate about advancing healthcare and research equality:

• Researchers, clinicians, and healthtech innovators focused on brain and mental health.
• Early-stage founders, social entrepreneurs, and public health advocates.
• Students, trainees, and curious community members eager to learn and make a difference.

Meet the organizers

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) & womenmind™

CAMH is Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital and one of the world’s leading research centres in its field. The womenmind™ initiative is a community of philanthropists, research leaders, and champions dedicated to closing the gender gap in mental health research, supporting women scientists, and advancing personalized care for women.