CMHA PEI is introducing CMHA’s BounceBack® program to Prince Edward Island, thanks to a donation from Bell Let’s Talk. Learn moreContinue readingCMHA PEI announces the introduction of CMHA’s BounceBack® program to PEI
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Annual White Cross Christmas Gift Campaign underway
The Canadian Mental Health Association’s Annual White Cross Christmas Gift Campaign is now underway. This is an Island-wide campaign distributing over 900 gifts annually to individuals with emotional or mental health issues. Read moreContinue readingAnnual White Cross Christmas Gift Campaign underway
Now is the time for universal basic income.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) supports access to a universal basic income that aligns with four core principles: human rights, equitable access, poverty reduction and adequacy. READ MORE..Continue readingNow is the time for universal basic income.
World Suicide Prevention Day
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10, 2020 CMHA Launches new ACTT for Life Program on World Suicide Prevention Day Charlottetown, PEI – September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) in Canada and around the world. It’s a day to come together, offer comfort and support to those impacted by suicide, and to highlight important work […]Continue readingWorld Suicide Prevention Day
CMHA PEI is offering a new online suicide prevention training program
July 8, 2020 – The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is promoting a new, online training program that helps community members to have important conversations about mental health, thoughts about suicide and life promotion continue readingContinue readingCMHA PEI is offering a new online suicide prevention training program
Statement on police and wellness checks
July 6, 2020 Mental illness is not a crime The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is deeply concerned by the recent deaths of individuals experiencing a mental health crisis across Canada stemming from interactions with the police. Each of these deaths is an unacceptable tragedy. We extend our condolences to the families, loved ones and […]Continue readingStatement on police and wellness checks
Canada Day House Party
Join CMHA and a host of Canadian talent for the Canada Day House Party presented by Air Miles.Continue readingCanada Day House Party
For Mental Health Week, the Canadian Mental Health Association promotes social connection to protect mental health in these difficult times
TORONTO, May 4, 2020 /CNW/ – Most Canadians rely on shortcuts to describe their emotional state—even during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to new data released today by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) in partnership with Maru/Matchbox, 77 per cent of those asked “how are you?” rely on “I’m fine, thanks” to express how they’re […]Continue readingFor Mental Health Week, the Canadian Mental Health Association promotes social connection to protect mental health in these difficult times
Fitzroy Centre: Adapting to COVID-19 restrictions through innovation
Fitzroy Centre in Charlottetown, Hope Centre Clubhouse in Alberton, and Notre Dame Place in Summerside help members build their lives through meaningful work, socialization, and personal development, education/training, employment supports, advocacy, and housing continue readingContinue readingFitzroy Centre: Adapting to COVID-19 restrictions through innovation
Canadian Mental Health Association calls for urgent community investment in mental health
To avoid a potential echo pandemic of mental illness and mental health issues as a result of COVID-19, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) calls for immediate investment continue readingContinue readingCanadian Mental Health Association calls for urgent community investment in mental health