CMHA recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

  STATEMENT — Today, on the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we take time to reflect and act upon our responsibilities to dismantle the systemic racism and colonialism…

CMHA/UBC study finds heightened food worries were linked to worse mental health during COVID-19 pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic and its associated lockdowns may have worsened worries over food insecurity among many Canadians and negatively impacted their mental health, according to a nationwide survey conducted during…

The Canadian Mental Health Association congratulates newly elected MPs, urges immediate action on mental health

The 44th parliament has a historic opportunity to deliver mental health reform for Canadians PRESS RELEASE — Following a federal election campaign that saw candidates from all parties focus on…

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In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division brought three mental health advocates together (virtually) to explore and demystify suicide and  their unique…

Nova Scotian donates ‘Ride’ proceeds to CMHA NS

A Nova Scotia-based 2nd lieutenant with 14 Wing Greenwood has cycled 1,800-kilometres and raised $5,000 dollars for suicide prevention programming in this province.  When Catherine De Vaal began her 17-day…

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,…

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…

CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth annual general meeting

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…