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Family peer support group launches September 17
17 September 2024

You are not alone. The emotional toll of supporting someone with a mental illness or substance use disorder can be significant, and having a peer support group can provide much-needed…

CMHA NS proud to partner with Holly Carr on Story Trails Project
12 September 2024

Portapique will soon be home to a unique project that allows Nova Scotians of all ages to experience the power of storytelling while enjoying the wonders of nature. In October…

Golf for a good cause at the Zed Charity Classic on October 3
11 September 2024

Enjoy a day of golf and good times with friends at beautiful Fox Harb’r Resort while supporting mental health at the Zed Charity Classic. Organized by Robert Zed and supported by…

World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 will focus on changing the narrative on suicide
10 September 2024

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, an annual initiative to promote the message that suicide is preventable, and that much can be done to prevent suicide at individual, community, and national levels.  …

Preventing drug-related deaths
23 August 2024

Last year, 8,049 people in Canada died from apparent drug poisonings – an average of 22 deaths per day. These deaths were largely accidental, meaning those using drugs did not…

Are you looking for a way to boost your confidence, gain skills and make new friends? Join the Squad!
21 August 2024

Connections are an important piece of our overall wellness but many of us feel more disconnected than ever. The Womens Empowerment Squad is a safe, non-judgemental space for those who…

Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division Announces Kathy Murphy as Interim Executive Director 
14 August 2024

The Board of Directors of the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is thrilled to welcome Kathy Murphy as our new Interim Executive Director. Kathy brings extensive…

FREE Virtual Event: From Grief to Growth: How loss inspired my career in suicide prevention
13 August 2024

After losing two brothers to suicide Veronica Marshall-Bernard found solace in a career as a clinical therapist specializing in suicide and life promotion. For more than two decades she has…

July 24 is International Self-Care Day
24 July 2024

Today is International Self-Care Day. The term “self-care” has gained traction in recent years – but what does it really mean and how does it benefit us and those we…

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