A survey completed by the Canadian Mental Health Association and the University of British Columbia found that one in 20 people in Canada recently experienced thoughts or feelings of suicide. Fourteen-year-old, Tessa Bryden lost her cousin last year to suicide and is doing her part to advocate for suicide prevention and carry on his legacy. […]Continue reading14-year-old raising money for suicide prevention
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2019 Brigadoon Summer Camp Dates
Brigadoon Village is a non-profit recreational facility which has been designed specifically to meet the needs of children and youth living with health conditions and other life challenges in Atlantic Canada. We are located on Aylesford Lake in the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia. Camp programs are for children and youth between 7-18 years of […]Continue reading2019 Brigadoon Summer Camp Dates
A Big Thank You to Kings Theatre Annapolis Royal
CMHA NS Division would like to thank King’s Theatre, Annapolis Royal for supporting CMHA NS’ Annapolis County Mental Health Support Group through their generous donation of tickets to tomorrow nights showing “If It’s Alright With You” by Catherine MacLellan. For more information about the show and Kings Theatre Annapolis Royal check out their website: […]Continue readingA Big Thank You to Kings Theatre Annapolis Royal
Addictions
Addiction Services are located throughout Nova Scotia to help individuals, families and communities to achieve a safe and healthy lifestyle. If you or someone you know has a problem with alcohol, drugs or gambling, please contact one of the services below. Each location employs experienced counsellors who can help you work through any issue you […]Continue readingAddictions
Art of Friendship: Register Now
Meet new friends. Learn new skills. Make new community connections. Beginning January 28, 2021, the Canadian Mental Health Association – Nova Scotia Division is offering The Art of Friendship, a workshop designed to help Nova Scotians struggling with a mental health issue retain meaningful connections that are essential for a happy and stable life. The […]Continue readingArt of Friendship: Register Now
At Work/Au travail project
About the program At Work/Au travail is a national collaboration delivered in communities across Canada, including communities that span across Nova Scotia. Using a strengths-based approach, we connect people to meaningful employment supports, helping us to make Nova Scotia a diversified, equitable place for all people to work. How it works At Work/Au travail at […]Continue readingAt Work/Au travail project
Be in the know about legal cannabis in Nova Scotia
If you choose to use, be informed first. Be in the know about legal cannabis in Nova Scotia by checking out the public awareness campaign by the Nova Scotia government. This campaign helps Nova Scotians understand how to use cannabis safely, as well as the laws and risks associated with it. Check out the campaign […]Continue readingBe in the know about legal cannabis in Nova Scotia
Blue Monday
January 18, 2021 Blue Monday shouldn’t be the only day you think about your mental wellness The third Monday in January is often referred to as ‘Blue Monday’ — the most depressing day of the year, in news reports and across social media. While the concept of one particular day being the most depressing has been widely debunked, stress, depression and anxiety are very real – […]Continue readingBlue Monday
CAST Resource HUB
Nova Scotia Supports and Services In this section you will find information on who and how to contact someone if you are in a crisis. You will also find information for: contact information for organizations, Newcomers to NS, Youth and Young Adults, Peer Support, Mental Health Legislation, and University Supports. (Community Resources) Indigenous Peoples In […]Continue readingCAST Resource HUB
Celebrating 100 years of the Canadian Mental Health Association
News Release August 14, 2018 Celebrating 100 years of the Canadian Mental Health Association DARTMOUTH, Nova Scotia (August 14, 2018) – The Canadian Mental Health Association is celebrating its 100th anniversary as the nation-wide leader and champion for community based mental health and addictions. The CMHA’s in Nova Scotia (NS) are the […]Continue readingCelebrating 100 years of the Canadian Mental Health Association