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Mental Illness Awareness Week 2022 is October 2 – 8
2 October 2022

There is no health without mental health. Each October, the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division (CMHA NS) joins organizations around the world in highlighting the need for education…

We’re Hiring: Project H.O.P.E.
26 September 2022

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 five-month contract…

CMHA applauds the federal commitment to a three-digit number for suicide prevention and mental health crisis
23 September 2022

A national 988 number will improve access to critical crisis supports. Equal attention must be paid to ensuring Canadians have the mental health and substance use health care they need. …

Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division Launches ASIST
16 September 2022

Suicide is preventable. Anyone can make a difference. ASIST empowers participants with the skills to intervene and help someone stay safe. The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS]…

EVENT: This October take your workplace from surviving to thriving
16 September 2022

On Wednesday, October 12, 2022, join Karn Nichols, Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division, and Bradley Daye, CEO and Founder of Placemaking P4G as they…

CMHA NS Peer Support Groups launching fall sessions September 7
13 September 2022

Living with a mental illness or facing a personal challenge can be very isolating. Many people may not be able to speak with friends or family.  Peer support programs support…

Did you miss Voices of Hope 2022
12 September 2022

On September 8, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division, Roots of Hope, the Membertou Men’s Society and the Healthy Minds Cooperative presented…

Save Me Save We
12 September 2022

Our Fall 2022 Spotlight is Save Me Save We, a clothing brand whose focus is to increase the conversation around mental health through the power of fashion. Founded by Acadia…

Voices of Hope will draw attention to men’s mental health on World Suicide Prevention Day
5 September 2022

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is urging those who identify as male to talk about their mental health issues and challenges. On September 8, from…

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