The Mental Health in the Workplace 2025 Report, published by Mental Health Research Canada and created in partnership with Workplace Strategies for Mental Health and Canada Life, is part of a series addressing the need for evidence-based insights into workplace mental health in Canada. The study explores the impact of mental health diagnoses on psychological health and safety in Canadian workplaces, with a focus on burnout and stigma. The findings are based on an online survey of 5,008 employed adults across Canada, using a random probability sample. The results have been weighted to reflect the most recent census data for age, gender, and region. Regional sample sizes and margins of error are provided to ensure transparency and reliability.

Key findings:

• Burnout prevention saves $3,400 per employee per year.
  39% of Canadian employees report feeling burnt out, up from 35% in 2023. Burnout costs employers $5,500–$28,500 per employee annually. Companies that prioritize prevention see a 27% burnout rate versus 47% for those taking no action, resulting in potential savings of $1.7 million per year for a 500-employee company or $3,400 per employee.
• 1 in 2 employees face mental health challenges, but few disclose them.
  58% of employees are affected by a mental health diagnosis personally or through a close family member. Most employees who received a diagnosis for themselves remain productive, with only 16% reporting significant work impairment. Over half (52%) of Canadian workers have experienced challenges that affected their work, but only 33% disclosed this to their employer.
• Support from colleagues, managers, and time off is most effective.
  Co-worker (65%) and manager (59%) support have the strongest impact on employee mental health. Yet only 67% of managers feel equipped to help. Paid time off (69%), personal days (58%), and flexible schedules (52%) are the most effective supports, outperforming social events (26%) or awareness programs (22%).

The research was conducted in June 2025 amid growing economic uncertainty linked to a trade war with the United States, and provides timely insights into the challenges facing employees and organizations. The report explores the growing impact of burnout on employees and organizations, highlighting the costs, challenges, and opportunities for prevention.

For further information about the research or to download the report, click here.