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Mosaic for Mental Health Art Exhibition & Sale is back this Friday
12 October 2021

MEDIA RELEASE — CMHA Halifax Dartmouth is proud to announce the return of their signature fundraising event, The Mosaic for Mental Health Art Exhibition & Sale. The event, which includes…

Looking for a way to build your leadership skills and connect with your community? Become a CMHA peer support facilitator
7 October 2021

CMHA NS Division and Community CARES Youth Outreach are currently seeking facilitators for the Women’s Empowerment Squad, a new peer support group for those who identify as female, ages 18…

We’re Hiring
6 October 2021

Housing Support Worker | Trustee, Project H.O.P.E (Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment) The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division is looking for a passionate and self-motivated individual to join the…

Oct. 3 – 9 is Mental Illness Awareness Week
4 October 2021

There is no health without mental health. One in 5 Canadians lives with a mental illness. But 5 in 5 — that’s everyone, has mental health. The Canadian Mental Health…

October is Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month
29 September 2021

Health and safety are more than just physical. From October 1 to October 31, organizations from coast to coast participate in Canada’s Healthy Workplace month, (CHWM), a national initiative that…

CMHA recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
29 September 2021

  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.
26 September 2021

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
21 September 2021

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…

Did you miss Voices of Hope? Watch it here and help us continue the conversation
13 September 2021

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…

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