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 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. CMHA NS, Roots of Hope, the Membertou Men’s Society and the Healthy Minds Cooperative will present Voices of Hope, a […]Continue readingVoices of Hope will draw attention to men’s mental health on World Suicide Prevention Day
About Spotlight: The mission of the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is to ensure all Nova Scotians experience good mental health and well-being. We recognize that our mission is broad, and that we cannot and will not achieve it alone. To better meet the mental health needs of all Nova Scotians […]Continue readingCMHA NS Community Spotlight: Save Me Save We
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 inclusiveness by providing a safe and more comfortable platform to open up and connect with others. Peer support provides a personal level of knowledge by […]Continue readingCMHA NS Peer Support Groups launching fall sessions September 7
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] is proud to announce that beginning Fall 2022, we will be offering Applied Suicide Intervention Training [ASIST]. ASIST is an intensive, interactive, and practice-dominated course […]Continue readingCanadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division Launches ASIST
This fall, the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is thrilled to launch our Community Spotlight program. he CMHA NS Community Spotlight program is a free program designed to promote the important work of organizations organizations within Nova Scotia that support mental health and well-being with a focus on those that support […]Continue readingCMHA NS launches Community Spotlight program
Beginning this fall, CMHA NS and Roots of Hope will launch Making Connections: Supporting Adult Caregivers of Rural 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth in Nova Scotia, a free virtual six-session informational series for parents, caregivers and adults who play supportive roles in the lives of a 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. The series kicks off in September with guest facilitator Carmel […]Continue readingCMHA NS and Roots of Hope will launch Making Connections informational series this fall
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. The campaign raises awareness of overdose, which is one of the world’s worst public health crises, and stimulates action and discussion about evidence-based overdose […]Continue readingAugust 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day
CMHA Nova Scotia Division and the Membertou First Nation Men’s Society are currently seeking two peer support facilitators to lead an upcoming peer support group for Indigenous youth who identify as male and are between the ages of 15 and 18. The group is scheduled to kick off in September. The training period is eight […]Continue readingCMHA NS seeking two peer support facilitators for new support group
Whether you’re looking for employment or employees, At Work can help! Our At Work team will be holding a series of Lunch and Learns to familiarize job seekers and employers with this diverse and inclusive program. Register for one of our upcoming sessions and learn how our At Work program can support you. DETAILS: Where: […]Continue readingVirtual Lunch and Learn: Discover CMHA NS’s At Work program
Are you the parent, caregiver of a 2SLGBTQIA+ youth? Take our short survey and help us design an informational series that will meet your needs. This survey will take approximately five minutes and is anonymous. Take the survey here. The survey will be closed on Friday July 15 2022. Why: The strong support of parents, […]Continue readingTake our Making Connections survey!