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Holiday Holidays From Our Family To Yours

Seasons of Tidings and Joy?: Mental Health and the Holidays Prepared by CHMA NS Division Ah, the holidays. For some, a time for celebration and relaxation; for others, the holidays bring overwhelming stress and duress. According to the 2014 Sun Life Canadian Health Index, 76% of Canadians experience excessive or uncomfortable levels of stress. The […]Continue readingHoliday Holidays From Our Family To Yours

Working Together to Prevent Suicide in Canada: the 2016 Progress Report on the Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention

Minister’s Message Suicide is a tragedy that affects everyone. On average, more than ten people die by suicide every day in Canada, and for every death by suicide, there are many more suicide attempts. The impact on family, friends, colleagues and communities is profound. As Minister of Health and as a physician, I know how […]Continue readingWorking Together to Prevent Suicide in Canada: the 2016 Progress Report on the Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention

HRM University Supports

The Stay Connected Mental Health Project is a visionary initiative made possible by a generous donation by Fred and Elizabeth Fountain, in memory of their son Alex. We are shifting the culture of how youth and their families transition from paediatric to adult-based mental health services, and supporting collaborative pathways between universities and mental health […]Continue readingHRM University Supports

Nova Scotia Introduces Accessibility Act

Government has introduced legislation today (November 2nd) to help make the province more accessible and reduce barriers for persons with disabilities. An Act Respecting Accessibility in Nova Scotia is a framework for government to work with communities, businesses and non-profit organizations to create accessibility standards. Government will implement the Accessibility Act and develop the standards […]Continue readingNova Scotia Introduces Accessibility Act

World Mental Health Day Monday October 10

On Monday, October 10, World Mental Health Day was celebrated internationally with the theme Psychological & Mental Health First Aid for All. Led by the World Federation of Mental Health, World Mental Health Day is supported by the World Health Organization as an important day to raise awareness and advocate for better care for those with mental […]Continue readingWorld Mental Health Day Monday October 10

Mosaic for Mental Health Oct 13-30

The 18th annual art exhibition and sale starts October 13th at the Craig Gallery at Alderney Landing. Advance showing from 5:30-6:30pm, and the exhibition runs from 6:30-8:30pm. Until October 30, the Craig Gallery will have these works available for purchase. Original 6″x6″ tiles are $25, and a variety of frames and cards will also be available. A […]Continue readingMosaic for Mental Health Oct 13-30

CAN Suicide Prevention Awareness Ribbons Now Available!

With inspiration from The International Association of Suicide Prevention’s (IASP) suicide prevention ribbon (yellow & gold ribbon inset) to support World Suicide Prevention Day, the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia (CMHA NS) Division’s Communities Addressing Suicide Together (CAST) Program crafted their own Nova Scotia version for the CAN (Cast A Net) campaign. Similar to […]Continue readingCAN Suicide Prevention Awareness Ribbons Now Available!

World Suicide Prevention Day Mysterious Barricades Halifax Concert

  Kicking off a National suicide awareness and fundraising campaign is a Cross-Canada concert for suicide prevention, awareness and hope! The healing power of music will draw Canadians together in a remarkable event to mark World Suicide Prevention Day. From sunrise to sunset, a series of concerts will take place in 13 cities from coast to coast, […]Continue readingWorld Suicide Prevention Day Mysterious Barricades Halifax Concert