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OPEN LETTER: Protecting kids from conversion practices
8 June 2023

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division is proud to join the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers, along with a collective of concerned professional associations and community groups…

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day
2 June 2023

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit…

ASIST training in Cape Breton this month
2 June 2023

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is proud to offer Livingworks’ Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training [ASIST] training in Cape Breton in June, 2023. This workshop…

National Indigenous History Month 2023
2 June 2023

Every June, CMHA NS Division acknowledges National Indigenous History Month and recognizes the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada. It’s a…

June is pride month
30 May 2023

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division joins individuals and organizations around the world in celebrating the history, courage and diversity of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning…

We’re Hiring: Program Manager | MPower Pilot
29 May 2023

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division is looking for a passionate and self-motivated individual to join our growing team. JOB POSTING: Program Manager | MPower Pilot | Full-time,…

CMHA NS response to fires in Tantallon and Hammonds Plains areas
29 May 2023

Being forced from one’s home by a natural disaster is a rare occurrence that most of us will never face. Disasters like wildfires affect individuals in many ways and may…

Thank you for moving for mental health in May
29 May 2023

Another Bluenose Marathon as ended and we want to extend our heartfelt and deep gratitude to those who chose to raise funds on behalf of the Canadian Mental Health Association…

May 24 is Schizophrenia and Psychosis Awareness Day
19 May 2023

Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects the way you understand and interact with the world around you. One of the biggest myths around schizophrenia is that it isn’’t treatable….

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