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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,…

Halifax Mooseheads and Cape Breton Eagles team up with CMHA Nova Scotia Division to raise awareness about mental health during home games 
1 February 2025

The Halifax Mooseheads, Cape Breton Eagles and the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS Division] are teaming up to raise awareness about the importance of mental health…

Get fit, have fun, and raise funds for mental health with the Push-Up Challenge
27 January 2025

From February 11th to February 28th, the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division (CMHA NS) is encouraging Nova Scotians to take part in the Push-Up Challenge.  The Push-Up Challenge…

CMHA Nova Scotia Division Welcomes Johanne Thompson as New Executive Director 
27 January 2025

The Board of Directors of the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division (CMHA NS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Johanne Thompson as its new Executive Director, effective…

Game Nights with the MHL: A Win for Mental Health 
20 January 2025

As winter takes hold, there’s no better way to warm your heart than by cheering on your local Maritime Junior Hockey League (MJHL) team while supporting an important cause.  …

THRIVE Workshops: Strengthen Your Mental Health This February
20 January 2025

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

Winter Blues or something more? Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
16 January 2025

If you’re feeling like your mood drops with the temperature, you’re not the only one.  Fifteen per cent of Canadians reportedly experience a wave of low emotions that come with…

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