Statement in support of a legislative extension for Medical Assistance in Dying for persons suffering solely from a mental disorder

Jan 30, 2024 The Canadian Mental Health Association welcomes the federal government’s decision to postpone the planned expansion in March 2024 of Medical Assistance in Dying for persons whose sole…

CMHA welcomes the creation of 9-8-8, the three-digit suicide prevention line

CMHA National Reacts to Budget 2023 – Budget 2023 out of touch with mental health crisis

First Annual National Symposium on Agricultural Mental Health Showcases Leading Research and Community Programming from Across Canada

GUELPH, ON, Feb. 16, 2023 /CNW/ – With the latest research showing that farmers feel more stressed and anxious than other Canadians, it’s more important than ever to support their mental health. That’s…

The future is frightening and not set up for children to thrive

CMHA National releases a national media release ahead of Family Day, highlighting the mental health crisis among children and the need for parents to urge the government to take action.

CMHA National Releases Statement in Response to First Minister Health Summit

CMHA reaction to announcement emerging from February 7, 2023, First Ministers Health Summit   The Canadian Mental Health Association welcomes the Government of Canada’s commitment to improve access to quality,…

McGill research reveals positive impact of CMHA Ontario’s Talk today Program in Canadian Juniour Hockey League

(Montreal/Toronto, Jan. 26, 2023) – A new report by McGill University Faculty of Education researchers shows Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario’s Talk Today program is making a positive impact on athletes in…

Act for Mental Health calls for the promised Canada Mental Health Transfer now

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ottawa, ON (November 14, 2022) – With rising mental health care needs and Emergency Departments stretched past their limits, Canada must act now to cover mental health care, both…

Most Canadians worry COVID will never go away

Mar 1, 2022 For immediate release New research shows chronic stress taking toll on individuals and organizations   TORONTO (ONTARIO) Mar. 1, 2022 – Far from feeling the pandemic is…