CMHA Mental Health Week is over but you can continue the conversation all year long. This year, Mental Health Week was all about Empathy. But empathy is a skill we can practice everyday to support our mental health and the mental health of our community. In recognition of the important role empathy plays in individual […]Continue readingEmpathy in Action Speaker Series videos now available
One Week. Nine Mental Health Advocates. The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is proud to present Empathy in Action, a virtual speakers series that highlights the important role empathy plays in individual and community mental health. The series, which runs in conjunction with CMHA Mental Health Week [May 2- May 8, […]Continue readingCMHA marks Mental Health Week with Empathy in Action Speaker Series
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 [Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment] team for a six-month contract with possibility for renewal. JOB POSTING: Housing Support Worker | Trustee, Project H.O.P.E (Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment) JOB DESCRIPTION: Reporting directly to the Provincial Team […]Continue readingWe’re Hiring: Project H.O.P.E
Move More. Give Back. Feel Better. The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is proud to announce the return of Ride Don’t Hide. Ride Don’t Hide is CMHA’s signature event, raising funds for programs and services to support people living with mental illness and those experiencing mental health challenges across the province. […]Continue readingJoin Ride Don’t Hide 2022 and support mental health programs across Nova Scotia
This Mental Health Week, before you weigh in, tune in. “I can relate.” It’s a familiar expression and one you’ve likely used countless times throughout the pandemic. When someone has been sick or stressed, felt lonely or lost their job. You say it without having to think: “I get it. I’ve been there. I can relate.” But did you know that, hiding in these very simple sentences, […]Continue readingCMHA Mental Health Week 2022 is May 2 – 8
The Canadian Mental Health Association of Nova Scotia is proud to announce that CMHA’s BounceBack program is available in Nova Scotia. BounceBack® is a free, guided self-help program that helps adults and youth 15+ learn to manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. Through telephone coaching and skill-building workbooks, participants can […]Continue readingBounceback available in Nova Scotia
Halifax/Kjipuktuk -Yesterday, March 29, 2022 the Nova Scotia Government released the 2022- 2023 Provincial Budget. The Canadian Mental Health Association, along with our partner, the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers [NSCSW], are encouraged by the provincial government’s investment of $268.6 million in addictions and mental health, but we do not feel this provincial budget […]Continue readingProvincial Budget a move in the right direction; falls short on addressing the social determinants of health
PRESS RELEASE — Halifax/Kjipuktuk: Today, March 29, 2022 the Nova Scotia Government will release the 2022-2023 Provincial Budget. A commitment to quality mental health care and social equity will only be demonstrated when sufficient prioritization is given to addressing the social determinants of health through the funding of community-based programs and resources and through reducing […]Continue readingAll eyes on provincial budget
New research shows chronic stress taking toll on individuals and organizations MEDIA RELEASE: Far from feeling the pandemic is over, most people in Canada are stressed about what’s next, with 64% worried about new variants and 57% worried about COVID-19 circulating in the population for years to come. Two years of pandemic-related stressors, including grief […]Continue readingMost Canadians worry COVID will never go away
Start your wellness journey TODAY. Karn Nichols, Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is proud to announce the launch of THRIVE Learning Centre for Mental Wellness and Well-being, a new initiative that will help Nova Scotians experience growth and connection so they can discover new opportunities […]Continue readingCMHA NS launches THRIVE Learning Centre for Mental Wellness and Well-being