The Heroes in Mind Advocacy & Research Consortium

08/18/2026

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-ptsd-trial-university-9.7310431

Researchers in Alberta have been exploring how walking combined with psychotherapy can help in cases of post-traumatic stress disorder. They say the results of a recent clinical trial build on a growing body of evidence indicating the treatment is effective.

07/27/2026

Edmonton AM with Tara McCarthy - July 27, 2026: Promising research into PTSD recovery treatment at the U of A

06/15/2026

This has been a very difficult week for the law enforcement community.

We are saddened by the passing of Toronto Police Service Constable Marc Pinizzotto. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues at TPS.

This tragic loss comes shortly after the death of Ontario Provincial Police Provincial Constable Tarun Bali and is felt across the policing community.

The RCMP stands in solidarity with our policing partners and all those grieving.

03/29/2026

Advancing trauma therapy with 3MDR

11/29/2025

The Royal Canadian Legion is putting substantial financial support into an innovative program based at the University of Alberta to encourage veterans, serving military members and their families to enter post-secondary programs in Alberta and across the country.

11/27/2025

https://youtu.be/XKbLapPKNi8

HiMARC, a University of Alberta research association dedicated to trauma-focused therapies for veterans has received $1 million toward new virtual-reality tr...

07/18/2025

As a family member of a Veteran, have you ever questioned what’s right? Or struggled with a lack of trust in humanity?

It can be incredibly difficult when you or someone close to you is deeply impacted by something known as moral injury. This kind of injury arises when you witness or are part of something that clashes with your personal morals, ethics, or values.

While moral injury is often associated with Veterans themselves, researchers in Canada are now exploring how it might also affect their family members—whether it be a partner, a spouse, a sibling, an adult child, or a close companion.

Your experiences and insights could be invaluable in helping us better understand this issue and the unique challenges family members' face. We’d love to hear your story and learn more about the kinds of support or interventions that could make a difference for you or those close to you.

If you're ready to share, please reach out to Dr. Smith-MacDonald at [email protected] for more information.

07/01/2025

05/28/2025

HiMARC is grateful for our steadfast partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion! Suzette Brémault-Phillips, Director, HiMARC today celebrated a $50k donation from Kingsway Branch #175, presented by Executive Secretary Jackie Hyshka (L), President Rick Etmanski (2nd from R), and District 2 AB/NWT Command Deputy District Commander Dave Basham (R).

03/21/2025

From the HiMARC Director: I was humbled and honoured today to receive the King Charles III Coronation Medal from Universities Canada together with 56 others. Earnest thanks to Dr. Robert Summerby-Murray, President of Saint Mary's University, for the nomination. Proudly 🇨🇦