Nov 26, 2021 Conversion ‘therapy’ is a harmful practice that puts the mental health of 2SLGBTQ+ people at risk The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is the most extensive community mental health organization in Canada with a presence in more than 330 communities across every province and one territory. CMHA provides advocacy, programs and resources that help to […]Continue readingCMHA statement on conversion ‘therapy’
CMHA applauds new federal ministers for mental health, addictions and housing Oct 26, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO (ONTARIO) Oct. 26, 2021—Margaret Eaton, National CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), today issued the following statement in response to the new federal cabinet: “CMHA is delighted that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has created two […]Continue readingCMHA applauds new federal ministers for mental health, addictions and housing
CMHA has released the new Nationwide Strategic Plan for 2021-2026. CMHA is proud to have played a leadership role in mental health in the past century. Our job is to promote mental health and prevent and treat mental illness. People are at the centre of our approach because people need more than access to healthcare […]Continue readingCMHA Nationwide Strategic Plan 2021-2026
CMHA National has released the 2021 Impact Report; Transformation, which is inspired by the big changes we hope to affect with a new vision of a Canada where mental health care is a free universal human right. You can read the full report here.Continue readingCMHA National Releases New Impact Report; Transformation
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. (TORONTO) Sept. 21 – Following a federal election campaign that saw candidates focus on mental health like never before, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is […]Continue readingThe Canadian Mental Health Association Congratulates Newly Elected MPs, Urges Immediate Action on Mental Health
CMHA to host all-party panel on mental health Sep 7, 2021 MEDIA ADVISORY For immediate release: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is hosting a free, virtual discussion on mental health during the campaign period for the 44th federal election with award-winning journalist, André Picard, and candidates from all parties with seats in the […]Continue readingCMHA to host all-party panel on mental health
Federal election a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fix the mental health system, says CMHA Aug 16, 2021 TORONTO, August, 16th 2021 — The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is calling for all federal parties to make mental health a top priority in this election campaign, and to seize a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make meaningful and lasting reforms to mental […]Continue readingFederal election a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fix the mental health system, says CMHA
June 16, 2021 Funds to support innovative new approach to improving mental health in communities TORONTO, June 16, 2021 – The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) today welcomes a donation of more than $500,000 made by Shoppers Drug Mart Inc on behalf of the company and its Associate owners. The donation will enhance and expand […]Continue readingShoppers Drug Mart donates more than $500,000 to Canadian Mental Health Association
Medavie Scholarship Application is now available. The deadline to apply is June 27, 2021. For application and full details visit Medavie.ca Up to five scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded to youth who have overcome adversity related to mental health and pursuing health-related post-secondary studies at a recognized Canadian university or community college. Each […]Continue readingMedavie Scholarship Opportunity
May 3, 2021, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, CMHA’s 70th National Mental Health Week is May 3-9 The theme this year focuses on our emotions. Charlottetown—The Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA) 70th National Mental Health Week is May 3-9, 2021. The theme this year will focus on understanding our emotions – recognizing, labelling and accepting our feelings […]Continue readingCMHA’s 70th National Mental Health Week is May 3-9