PETITION: Too many people can’t get the mental health care they need because they can’t pay out of pocket or don’t have private insurance. Isn’t healthcare supposed to be universal? Those who can pay are the lucky ones. Thousands of others wait months, and sometimes years, for the treatment and services they need. None […]Continue readingFree Mental Health Care Now
Media Releases
CMHA National to host all-party panel on mental health
PRESS RELEASE — The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is hosting a free, virtual discussion on mental health during the campaign period for the 44th federal election with award-winning journalist, André Picard, and candidates from all parties with seats in the House of Commons. COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the mental health and […]Continue readingCMHA National to host all-party panel on mental health
CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth annual general meeting
Project HALO wants to hear from YOU
If you or someone you know is newly approved for the Canada-NS Targeted Housing Benefit or you just moved into public housing in the last 30 days, the researchers of Project HALO would want to hear from you about your experience. If you meet the criteria listed and would like to participate in the study […]Continue readingProject HALO wants to hear from YOU
CMHA NS will host a virtual panel discussion in recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day
On September 8, 2021, CMHA NS invites you to join us for an evening of hope and healing. Over 100 Nova Scotians lose their lives annually to suicide and hundreds more report attempting. (novascotia.ca/dhw). This affects every one of us. Suicides and suicide attempts have a ripple effect that impacts families, communities and societies. […]Continue readingCMHA NS will host a virtual panel discussion in recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day
August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. Time to Remember. Time to Act. International Overdose Awareness Day spreads the message that the tragedy of overdose death is preventable. Make a Difference in […]Continue readingAugust 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day
Looking for a way to build your leadership skills and connect with your community? Become a CMHA peer support facilitator
CMHA NS Division and Community CARES Youth Outreach are currently seeking facilitators for The Other Guys, a weekly peer support group for individuals identifying as male, between the ages of 19 and 29. This group will meet in person, following COVID safe protocol, at 55 King St., Sydney Mines, NS. The sessions will require […]Continue readingLooking for a way to build your leadership skills and connect with your community? Become a CMHA peer support facilitator
CMHA NS Division Statement on removal of crisis shelters
The Canadian Mental Health Association is deeply troubled by the removal of crisis shelters and encampments in HRM on August 18. Housing is a BASIC HUMAN RIGHT and a requirement for good health. When housing is inadequate or unavailable, personal as well as community well-being can suffer. To promote the well-being and mental health of […]Continue readingCMHA NS Division Statement on removal of crisis shelters
STATEMENT FROM CMHA NS ON PROVINCIAL ELECTION RESULTS
STATEMENT: The Canadian Mental Health Association, Nova Scotia Division looks forward to collaborating with the new provincial leader and government to address parity, equity, early intervention and the social determinants of health, including housing and poverty in Nova Scotia. Background: The current system in Nova Scotia is based on responding to crisis, and to meeting […]Continue readingSTATEMENT FROM CMHA NS ON PROVINCIAL ELECTION RESULTS
Federal election a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fix the mental health system, says CMHA
PRESS RELEASE — The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is calling for all federal parties to make mental health a top priority in this election campaign, and to seize a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make meaningful and lasting reforms to mental health care. CMHA is Canada’s most extensive community mental health organization. The pandemic has taken a […]Continue readingFederal election a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fix the mental health system, says CMHA