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New report aims to improve mental health court diversion for racialized populations

(Toronto, May 31, 2019) – There’s a greater need to collect race-based data in the justice system and use it to help racialized individuals access mental heath court diversion and other support services, according to a new report led by Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division. Racialized Populations and Mental Health Court Diversion was developed […]Continue readingNew report aims to improve mental health court diversion for racialized populations

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans & Queer identified People and Mental Health

Although lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer identified (LGBTQ) people are as diverse as the general Canadian population in their experiences of mental health and well-being, they face higher risks for some mental health issues due to the effects of discrimination and the social determinants of health. This information was compiled by Rainbow Health Ontario […]Continue readingLesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans & Queer identified People and Mental Health

Submission to Long Term Affordable Housing Consultations

Submission in Response to Long-Term Affordable Housing Consultations, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing CMHA Ontario appreciates the opportunity to share our perspective and provide our recommendations to inform the Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy for Ontario. We held an internal consultation with a group of our stakeholders, including local CMHA Branches: Niagara, Oxford, Champlain East […]Continue readingSubmission to Long Term Affordable Housing Consultations

Response to the Proposed Revisions for the Customer Service Standard of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)

Submission to the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment (April 2014)  Background In January 2008, the Customer Service Standard became the first accessibility standard to be made into a regulation under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). The purpose of this standard is to require eligible organizations that provide goods […]Continue readingResponse to the Proposed Revisions for the Customer Service Standard of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)

Housing and Mental Health

Housing is a basic human right and requirement for good health. According to the United Nations’ Universal Declaration Of Human Rights the right to housing is protected under international law, and Canada has endorsed such rights guaranteeing “an adequate standard of living… including adequate food, clothing and housing.” Likewise, the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion […]Continue readingHousing and Mental Health

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A CMHA Ontario Submission to the Minimum Wage Advisory Panel: A Healthy Approach to Earned Income

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario is pleased to contribute to the dialogue on raising the minimum wage in Ontario. CMHA Ontario is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to improving the lives of people with mental illnesses and their families, and to the promotion of mental health for all Ontarians. We anticipate that our recommendations […]Continue readingA CMHA Ontario Submission to the Minimum Wage Advisory Panel: A Healthy Approach to Earned Income

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Short Report on Supported Employment for People with Mental Health Disabilities

A report prepared by CMHA Ontario for the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care which identifies the value of employment and systemic challenges experienced by people with mental health conditions moving into the workforce. Multiple employment pathways currently available in Ontario are profiled and opportunities for program improvement are identified. (April 2012) Download the full […]Continue readingShort Report on Supported Employment for People with Mental Health Disabilities

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Summary of Older Adults Mental Health and Addictions Invitational Forums Held February 16 and March 29, 2012

A joint submission to the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care from the Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario and Canadian Pensioners Concerned based upon the feedback of two forums on mental health issues facing older adults in Ontario. (May, 2012) Preamble: In the Fall of 2011, Canadian Pensioners Concerned, Ontario Division (CPC, Ontario) and the […]Continue readingSummary of Older Adults Mental Health and Addictions Invitational Forums Held February 16 and March 29, 2012

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Improving Ontario’s Social Assistance System – Response to: “Discussion Paper 2: Approaches for Reform”

A submission from Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario providing feedback to the Commission for the Review of Social Assistance in Ontario on their second discussion paper, Approaches for Reform. (March, 2012) The Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario (CMHA Ontario) is a not for profit provincial organization committed to improving services and support for individuals with mental […]Continue readingImproving Ontario’s Social Assistance System – Response to: “Discussion Paper 2: Approaches for Reform”

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Submission to Andrew Pinto Chair, Ontario Human Rights Review 2012

A submission to Andrew Pinto, Chair of the Ontario Human Rights Review 2012. This submission was informed by the statements and experiences shared by participants at a stakeholder consultation meeting held at CMHA Ontario. (March, 2012) Preface Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario appreciates the opportunity to participate in the Ontario Human Rights Review 2012, […]Continue readingSubmission to Andrew Pinto Chair, Ontario Human Rights Review 2012

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