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 Association Nova Scotia Division (CMHA NS) promotes positive mental health all year round, and we are proud to join organizations around the world in highlighting […]Continue readingOct. 3 – 9 is Mental Illness Awareness Week
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October is Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month
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 focuses on raising awareness around the importance of workplace mental health. The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division (CMHA NS) is proud to support […]Continue readingOctober is Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month
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 that continues to impact Indigenous peoples in Canada. We recognize that systemic racism and colonialism continue to permeate our system of mental health care in […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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 first wave. People who were younger or who had household incomes below $50,000 were more likely to worry about having enough food to meet […]Continue readingCMHA/UBC study finds heightened food worries were linked to worse mental health during COVID-19 pandemic.
Envisioning a Canada where mental health is a human right
STATEMENT: Mental health has never been more top-of-mind in Canada. Perhaps because the need has never been so great. “It has been 18 months of isolation, stress and uncertainty,” says Margaret Eaton, National CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). “That is why, amid all the turmoil and confusion, we have pushed hard and […]Continue readingEnvisioning a Canada where mental health is a human right
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 mental health like never before, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is calling on all incoming MPs to work together to turn promises into policy […]Continue readingThe Canadian Mental Health Association congratulates newly elected MPs, urges immediate action on mental health
Did you miss Voices of Hope? Watch it here and help us continue the conversation
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 journeys to recovery and wellness. The three panelists — ranging from a 60-year-old lawyer to a 23-year-old social work grad and writer — shared stories […]Continue readingDid you miss Voices of Hope? Watch it here and help us continue the conversation
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 journey on July 31, 2021 she had two goals — to honour her late friend Cpl. Alexandra Otis, and to raise as much as she […]Continue readingNova Scotian donates ‘Ride’ proceeds to CMHA NS
CMHA recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day 2021
CMHA joins the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) and the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) in recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD). Marked annually on September 10, World Suicide Prevention Day is a chance to promote understanding about suicide: those impacted by a suicide attempt or loss, family or friends, organizations, professionals, politicians, […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day 2021
Free Mental Health Care Now
PETITION: Too many people can’t get the mental health care they need because they can’t pay out of pocket or don’t have private insurance. Isn’t healthcare supposed to be universal? Those who can pay are the lucky ones. Thousands of others wait months, and sometimes years, for the treatment and services they need. None […]Continue readingFree Mental Health Care Now