CMHA Nova Scotia Division Achieves Accreditation from Imagine Canada’s Standards Program 

Nov 28, 2024

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS Division] is thrilled to announce that it has been accredited under Imagine Canada’s National Standards Program. With this achievement, CMHA Nova Scotia Division joins a community of organizations dedicated to operational excellence. 

Imagine Canada has a mission to “strengthen Canadian charities and nonprofits so they can better serve individuals and communities both here and around the world……envisioning (sic) a Canada where thriving communities are fueled by strong nonprofit infrastructure and engagement, and where social, economic, and environmental justice is advanced through collective advocacy and action.” 

There are five fundamental standard areas: board governance; financial accountability and transparency; fundraising; staff management; and volunteer involvement. 

To achieve accreditation, CMHA Nova Scotia Division’s policies and procedures in the five areas of compliance were evaluated by a group of peers from the charitable sector.  

For more on Imagine Canada and the Standards Program visit www.imaginecanada.ca. 

About the Canadian Mental Health Association, Nova Scotia Division 

 The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS], is part of one of Canada’s most established national mental health charities. Our vision is a Canada where mental health is a universal human right.  

 As the provincial leader and champion for mental health, CMHA NS delivers programming and services that support the social determinants of health. This includes access to safe jobs, affordable housing, and information to better understand mental health.   

Together with our branches in Halifax, Colchester East-Hants, and Southwest Nova, we promote mental health for all and support the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness in Nova Scotia.