Toronto – Now that it will be available to the Ontario public as of Oct. 17th, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division believes more education is necessary to reduce the harms associated with cannabis use. “Learning more about the impact of cannabis use is among the most effective ways to lessen harmful impacts […]Continue readingEducation key, especially for young people, now that cannabis sales coming Oct. 17th
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A mental health, addictions budget; A welcome sight
The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario, in reaction to today’s provincial budget. “CMHA Ontario welcomes today’s provincial budget as it re-affirms the government’s commitment to providing greater support for people living with a mental health and addictions challenge. “For the first time in many years, the issue […]Continue readingA mental health, addictions budget; A welcome sight
Government commitment significantly bolsters Ontario’s mental health and addictions landscape
For immediate release – The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario, in reaction to the provincial government’s $2.1 billion investment in mental health and addictions care. Quenneville is available for media interviews. “Today is an important day for any individual or family in Ontario who knows first-hand the […]Continue readingGovernment commitment significantly bolsters Ontario’s mental health and addictions landscape
Throne Speech provides hope for Ontarians living with mental health and addictions issues
For immediate release – The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario, in reaction to today’s speech from the throne. “It was encouraging to hear the throne speech make very clear and specific reference to improving mental health and addictions care for Ontarians. The government promise of historic investment levels […]Continue readingThrone Speech provides hope for Ontarians living with mental health and addictions issues
February is #TalkToday Month across the OHL
Toronto, ON – The Ontario Hockey League, in association with the Canadian Mental Health Association, and Teachers Life, are teaming up to raise awareness about the importance of mental health during upcoming OHL games throughout the month of February. The awareness campaign is part of the ongoing commitment by OHL clubs, local CMHA Ontario Branches, […]Continue readingFebruary is #TalkToday Month across the OHL
On Bell Let’s Talk day, CMHA Ontario highlights lack of mental health and addictions services
(Toronto, Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018) – This year, Ontarians have an opportunity to push for lasting change on Bell Let’s Talk Day. Sign the petition at www.erasethedifference.ca and send a strong message to provincial election candidates that mental health and addictions care in Ontario should be funded the same as physical health care. The petition […]Continue readingOn Bell Let’s Talk day, CMHA Ontario highlights lack of mental health and addictions services
New toolkit helps to fight opioid overdoses; Advocacy group, Toronto bar first to use it
(Toronto, Monday, Nov. 20, 2017) – Opioid overdoses and life-saving naloxone are frightening and serious subjects. But a new easy-to-understand resource can help organizations and the average person identify the signs of an opioid-overdose and how to deliver potentially life-saving naloxone. Reducing Harms: Recognizing and Responding to Opioid Overdoses in Your Organization is particularly useful […]Continue readingNew toolkit helps to fight opioid overdoses; Advocacy group, Toronto bar first to use it
Move quickly to educate public about cannabis harms and use cannabis revenue to fund mental health, addictions services
(Sept. 8, 2017, TORONTO) – The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division is pleased the recommendations in its submission to government are reflected in the province’s approach to the legalization of cannabis. However, CMHA Ontario is urging the province to commit to two important initiatives related to the sale and regulation of cannabis. “What […]Continue readingMove quickly to educate public about cannabis harms and use cannabis revenue to fund mental health, addictions services
Baycrest and CMHA partner to evaluate caregiver mental health program
TORONTO – Baycrest Health Sciences has teamed up with Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario to assess the country’s first multilingual, group program centered on evidence-based, cognitive behavioural therapy principles for older adult caregivers. CMHA Ontario’s Living Life to the Full initiative offers a free, eight-week course to help unpaid caregivers aged 55+ self-manage their […]Continue readingBaycrest and CMHA partner to evaluate caregiver mental health program
Segregation and mental health: CMHA Ontario supports Sapers’ report
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division fully endorses Mr. Sapers’ interim report and recommendations and applauds the government for exploring options to transfer the responsibility for health care in correctional facilities to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. “Time spent in custody, and solitary confinement especially, can aggravate pre-existing mental health and addictions […]Continue readingSegregation and mental health: CMHA Ontario supports Sapers’ report