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CMHA NS Division’s Mental Health Resource Guide is now available
28 June 2021

Looking for mental health resources? CMHA NS Division can help! CMHA NS Division’s Mental Health Resources Guide is now available. This is an inclusive, comprehensive guide to mental health services,…

CMHA Nova Scotia Division Announces Karn Nichols as New Executive Director
26 June 2021

PRESS RELEASE The Board of Directors of the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division is pleased to announce the appointment of Karn Nichols as Executive Director, effective July 12,…

Canadian Mental Health Association on Reconciliation and mental health
18 June 2021

STATEMENT — Toronto, ON June 21, 2021 —  The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is deeply troubled by the findings of the remains of 215 children in unmarked and undocumented…

Shoppers Drug Mart donates more than $500,000 to Canadian Mental Health Association; Funds to support innovative new approach to improving mental health in communities
16 June 2021

PRESS RELEASE — The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) today welcomes a donation of more than $500,000 made by Shoppers Drug Mart Inc on behalf of the company and its…

Have you joined the movement? Ride Don’t Hide launches today!
28 May 2021

Pandemic fatigue – it’s real and it’s hard. We’re feeling it too. We know you’ve heard it all before, and you’re sick of virtual meetings and Zoom events. But….we still…

We’re Hiring
19 May 2021

If you have a passion for mental health advocacy and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to a strong and dedicated team you might be just the person|people we’re…

CMHA Nova Scotia is one of 28 organizations across the province to receive Safe Restart funding from Province
18 May 2021

MEDIA RELEASE – Minister of Health and Wellness Zach Churchill The provincial government is investing more than $850,000 of federal Safe Restart funding in mental health support for 28 organizations…

Canadian Mental Health Association on Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)
18 May 2021

Statement Toronto, ON February 23, 2021: The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is deeply disappointed that the government supports allowing those with mental illnesses to seek medical assistance in dying. CMHA’s…

Become a CMHA Peer Support Group Facilitator
18 May 2021

Build your Leadership Skills  |  Connect with your Community  CMHA NS Division is currently seeking facilitators for our new Peer Support Group.   This group is for individuals identifying as youth…

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