Enhancing infant and early mental health across Canada and around the world.
Discover our initiatives and learn how we’re making a difference in the communities we serve nationwide. Explore our learning opportunities designed to support multidisciplinary service providers working with young children and their caregivers. Discover tools, discussion guides, community supports, materials to inform policy, family-friendly resources, and more.Our Heartfelt Mission
Click each link below to explore how we are creating an impact through collaboration. 
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WAIMH 2026 Registration is Open: Secure Your Early Saver Today!
EventsThis October, Toronto will welcome researchers, clinicians, policy makers, advocates, and students from around the world for the 19th WAIMH World Congress. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this international gathering.
Developmental Screening and Support Plan Training Spring 2026: Registration Now Open
LearningThis training features the Hand in Hand (HIH) model for supporting the wellbeing of young children and their families/caregivers. Practitioners will increase knowledge, build skill, and learn how to implement validated tools based on the science and best practices for supporting infant and early mental health.
Next Stops: Symposiums Across Canada
EventsJoin IEMHP and the Knowledge Insitute for free one-day symposiums led by Dr. Chaya Kulkarni to explore infant mental health science and strengthen community services. Catch us in Muskoka this March!
Nurturing the Seed – Gathering Across Nations
MembershipThe Nurturing the Seed Gathering Across Nations is a national Indigenous-led network and community of practice that unites service providers, leaders, Elders, and community members across Canada to strengthen support for infants, young children, and families.
