Born from a Need. Built for a Better Way.
The Medaca story began in the early 2010s, during the first wave of Canada’s workplace mental health crisis. Dr. Richard Guscott, a respected Canadian psychiatrist, and Chris Anderson, a senior bank executive and global mental health advocate, saw a critical gap: employees struggling with mental health concerns were waiting too long for care — and too often falling through the cracks.
Driven by the desire to create real, lasting change, Richard and Chris joined forces to develop TeamCare — a groundbreaking model focused on early intervention and rapid, expert mental health care. Their vision was simple yet powerful: help employees return to health and work as quickly and safely as possible, without the delays that were hindering recovery.
In a country where typical wait times for psychiatric care could stretch 6 to 12 months, Medaca’s promise of swift, coordinated care was a game-changer. What began with just two psychiatrists quickly grew into a national network of the best mental health professionals in Canada. From employers and insurers to third-party administrators, Medaca became the trusted partner for businesses facing the rising challenge of workplace mental illness.
Leading the Way in Workplace Mental Health
Today, workplace mental health conditions are one of the most urgent challenges facing Canadian employers, with costs exceeding $20 billion annually.
At Medaca, we are proud to play a key role in addressing this challenge head-on. We’ve evolved and grown alongside our clients, continuously refining our approach to deliver targeted, results-driven assessments and treatment that help employees recover quickly and return to work, keeping both their well-being and the workplace thriving.
Looking Forward
As the mental health landscape continues to evolve, so do we. Medaca remains committed to leading innovation in workplace mental health — building strong partnerships, expanding access to timely care, and investing in solutions that prioritize early intervention and lasting recovery.
Our mission is as clear today as it was at the start: to ensure every employee receives the right care, at the right time, to thrive - at work and in life.
