Our Vision
No life held back or cut short by mental illness or addiction.
Donate NowHomewood Research Institute (HRI) is an independent national charity dedicated to research that transforms mental health and addiction treatment in Canada and around the world.
We work with some of North America’s most influential scientists, researchers, and clinicians, coordinating efforts to advance a common goal: improving treatment to save lives.
Our approach is unique: we work in real-world treatment settings, putting research into action immediately. By merging research and practice, we’re finding solutions that will help people sooner.
We conduct research and evaluation in four priority areas:
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In this special edition of HRI Talks, we invite you to share your experiences with digital mental health and substance use health apps and virtual …
Reserve your spot now for our next HRI Talks event on March 30th, a free virtual discussion featuring James MacKillop, PhD.
COVID-19 has disrupted all domains …
HRI is proud to partner with the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA). Together, we’re closing knowledge gaps and advancing knowledge about substance …
“Far too many Canadians live with wounds that are largely invisible and misunderstood. HRI is breaking down barriers and providing evidence that opens up vital dialogue about mental illness and addiction. They’re shedding light on all dimensions of these illnesses. And they’re looking for real solutions to a very serious problem in Canada.”