Research Projects
Here, ideas come to life through a multitude of projects driven by curiosity and teamwork.
Why REMIX?
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ecovery
Recovery is a process of healing and growth that people with mental health problems go through as they strive to live satisfying and fulfilling lives, even with the limitations caused by their symptoms or illness. It's a deeply personal and unique journey for each person. Being in recovery means learning to regain control of one's health and life, maintaining an optimistic view of the future and focusing on personal strengths that can help one realize one's full potential.
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At REMIX Lab, we conduct participatory research that engages healthcare system stakeholders as partners in the research process, from project design to the mobilization of the new knowledge we have created.
REMIX Lab members are also committed to actively participating in the design and performance of healthcare systems. Our expertise and involvement add value to healthcare systems.
Mental Health
Our primary motivation is to improve the mental health of populations through collaborative, impact-oriented research that transforms the delivery and organization of health and social services.
Approximately one in three Canadians will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. Experiencing a mental illness can have a profound impact on a person's life, their relationships with family and friends, their involvement in their community and society in general.
Anyone facing a mental health problem or illness should be able to access high-quality mental health care quickly, to support them on their personal journey towards recovery. Yet for too many, their experience of care falls far short of this vision. REMIX Lab's job is to make our vision a reality and ensure that everyone receives the mental health care and services they deserve.
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Healthcare systems face many challenges, including workforce issues and shortages, the efficient use of scarce resources, determining how to organize services to meet the ever-changing health needs of the population, the challenges of integrating new technologies and innovations, identifying and reducing health inequalities, and so on.
At REMIX Lab, we know that research can make a difference in these areas. Together with our partners, we aim to conduct impact-oriented research that tackles the major challenges facing our healthcare systems and contributes to better population mental health.
E periences
Our research is guided by the experiences of people with mental health problems or illnesses within the healthcare system. Far too many Canadians have negative experiences when they come into contact with the healthcare system, whether because their problems go undetected or are misdiagnosed, or because they have difficulty receiving appropriate treatment in a timely manner, or because services do not fully meet their needs, are fragmented or expose them to stigmatizing attitudes. Such experiences run counter to our values, and motivate us to improve the delivery and organization of services to enhance care experiences.
Pour nous aider à atteindre cet objectif, nous travaillons régulièrement avec des personnes ayant vécu des problèmes ou des maladies mentales. Ces personnes deviennent des membres à part entière de notre équipe et leurs connaissances expérientielles éclairent et animent nos projets.
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Living and working with
REMIX
VITAM
Research Center
in sustainable health
Our team is affiliated with VITAM, a research center
whose mission is to develop and mobilize knowledge to contribute to the promotion and improvement of sustainable health through intersectoral and socially responsible research. VITAM is a unique research environment, with over 120 researchers and 150 students in our young and thriving center.
Our team shares VITAM's vision for sustainable health: a healthy mind in a healthy body, in a healthy living environment, on a healthy planet.
The REMIX laboratory is located at the VITAM Research Center in the Maizerets district of Quebec City.
Quebec City
REMIX Lab is located in Quebec City, considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With a population of over 550,000, Quebec City is the capital of Quebec and the second largest city in the province after Montreal. Situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, it is a city steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty. Its modernity and technological districts are complemented by a vibrant arts scene.
The city is vibrant and steeped in history, particularly in Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. It's also known for its safety, affordability, and high quality of life. With its French-Canadian culture and European charm, Quebec City truly embodies the joie de vivre of North America.
We also gratefully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat Nation and that this territory remains home to many First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
Université Laval
Laval University, the oldest French-language university in North America, is recognized worldwide for the quality of its teaching and training programs.
The university offers over 500 academic programs in more than 60 departments and 17 faculties. It has over 47,000 students, including nearly 11,000 graduate students. With over 300 research centres, institutes, and groups, Université Laval is one of Canada's leading research universities (7th in the country in terms of grant funding).
