The provincial government has appointed new members to Ontario’s new Accessibility Standards Advisory Council. This council is a requirement under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and is tasked with advising government on how to improve accessibility. The council has to power to propose new accessibility standards and review existing ones. Members were appointed […]Continue readingOntario’s Accessibility Standards Advisory Council members appointed
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York Region “Ride Don’t Hide” a success
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), York and South Simcoe Branch recently hosted Ontario’s first ever Ride Don’t Hide event, a community bike ride in support of mental health. Nearly 200 cyclists gathered in Newmarket, north of Toronto, to raise $72,000. Proceeds will directly support CMHA York and South Simcoe Branch’s youth wellness program, family and […]Continue readingYork Region “Ride Don’t Hide” a success
Health Council of Canada recognizes Mental Health Works as a leading innovative practice
Mental Health Works – a national program housed at Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario that builds capacity within workplaces to effectively address the many issues related to workplace mental health – has received another accolade. The Health Council of Canada has recognized Mental Health Works as a “leading innovative practice” and has listed Mental Health Works […]Continue readingHealth Council of Canada recognizes Mental Health Works as a leading innovative practice
CMHA “Mood Walks” initiative receives $150,000 in funding
The Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has awarded Mood Walks, a new initiative led by CMHA Ontario, $150,000 in funding in order to develop and implement a new educational walking and hiking program for older adults living with mental illness. Mood Walks will promote both physical and mental health by reducing barriers and creating […]Continue readingCMHA “Mood Walks” initiative receives $150,000 in funding
New Report Highlights State of Concurrent Disorders Service Delivery in Ontario
The Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario and Addictions and Mental Health Ontario (AMHO) released a new report today titled, “Concurrent Disorder Services in Ontario: An Environmental Scan.” The report highlights priority issues related to the planning, delivering and monitoring of services for people with concurrent disorders in Ontario. The report recognizes both the opportunities and challenges, […]Continue readingNew Report Highlights State of Concurrent Disorders Service Delivery in Ontario
HSJCC conference registration is now open
The Provincial Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee’s (HSJCC) 2013 Conference registration is now open. The conference, titled “New Realities: The Changing World from Youth to Elderly in Human Services & Justice” will be held from November 25-27, 2013 in Toronto. The conference will explore a range of themes including Concurrent Disorders, Aboriginal/Cultural Perspectives, Family, People […]Continue readingHSJCC conference registration is now open
Mental Health Commission of Canada releases evaluation of CMHA’s Mental Health Works
The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) has released the third-party evaluation of Mental Health Works, a national program based out of CMHA Ontario that builds capacity within Canadian workplaces to effectively address issues related to mental health in the workplace. Releasing the evaluation, conducted by independent third party Ference Weicker & Company, is the last step […]Continue readingMental Health Commission of Canada releases evaluation of CMHA’s Mental Health Works
CMHA Sudbury Celebrates Launch of Transformational Mental Health Home
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Sudbury/Manitoulin Branch is celebrating the launch of a new transformational residential home that is the first of its kind in the City of Sudbury. The local CMHA branch received $235,000 from the North East Local Health Integration Health Network to operate the home, which will provide enhanced mental health […]Continue readingCMHA Sudbury Celebrates Launch of Transformational Mental Health Home
Human Resources Play Key Role in Workplace Mental Health
With an increasing number of new graduates pursuing careers in Human Resources, HR staff can play a crucial role in educating employees and intervening when mental health issues arise in the workplace, according to an article in JobPostings magazine. The publication, distributed to every major college and university campus in Canada, reports that HR staff can […]Continue readingHuman Resources Play Key Role in Workplace Mental Health
Research Report Round-up: Determinants of Mental Health for Newcomer Youth: Policy and Service Implications
There is a lack of Canadian studies on the mental health of newcomer youth. To remedy this, researchers asked newcomer youth living in four areas of Toronto about the economic and social conditions that shape their mental health. The responses to the survey show: These youth face stressors and challenges that affect their mental health, including […]Continue readingResearch Report Round-up: Determinants of Mental Health for Newcomer Youth: Policy and Service Implications