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Join our Project H.O.P.E team
17 March 2025

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division is looking for a passionate and self-motivated individual to join the Project H.O.P.E. team for a contract position from April 1, 2025,…

Save the Date: Mental Health Week is May 5 -11
10 March 2025

From May 5 – 11 the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division recognizes Mental Health Week, an annual awareness and advocacy campaign that focuses on mental health. This years’…

Thank you for pushing for better mental health in 2025 
3 March 2025

From February 11 – 28, we challenged Nova Scotians to join us in pushing for better mental health by participating in The Push-Up Challenge.   It was a big ask: complete…

World Bipolar Day: Challenging Stigmas and Fostering Understanding of Bipolar Disorder
1 March 2025

March 30th is World Bipolar Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and fostering understanding of bipolar disorder. Living with bipolar disorder can present challenges, but it’s important to remember…

Self-Injury Awareness Day: Understanding the issue and how to offer support 
27 February 2025

March 1st marks Self-Injury Awareness Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness and fostering understanding about the complex and often hidden issue of self-injury. While the topic can be…

Moo Let’s Talk Day: Scoop, Chat, and Support Mental Health!
25 February 2025

Mark your calendars! On Friday, March 7, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., join us at COWS in Halifax for Moo Let’s Talk Day—a day filled with ice cream,…

Unlock Your Mental Health Potential: Join the THRIVE Workshops this March!
18 February 2025

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Nova Scotia Division is excited to introduce a new series of THRIVE workshops this March, designed to help you build practical skills for better mental health. Whether you’re…

Charitable Donation Tax Deadline Extended!
14 February 2025

Your Support Can Transform Lives: Donate to Mental Health in Nova Scotia The Government of Canada has extended the deadline for donations eligible for 2024 tax receipts until February 28,…

Unlock a Deeper Understanding of Mental Health: Join a Changing Minds Workshop
11 February 2025

Mental health is a crucial part of our overall well-being, yet it is often misunderstood. Whether you’re supporting a loved one, a colleague, or seeking to improve your own understanding,…

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