A joint submission from Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario and Schizophrenia Society of Ontario in response to the Government of Ontario’s Proposed Integrated Accessibility Regulation (IAR) which harmonizes the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) standards for information and communications, employment, and transportation into a single regulation. (October, 2010) Preface The Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario […]Continue readingResponse to the Proposed Integrated Accessibility Regulation under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
Policy Papers
Addressing Integration of Mental Health and Addictions
How should the Government of Ontario’s Mental Health and Addictions Strategy approach the issue of integrating mental health and addictions? Discussion paper submitted to the Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions. (May, 2010) How Should the Government of Ontario’s Mental Health and Addictions Strategy Approach the Issue of Integrating Mental Health and Addictions? A […]Continue readingAddressing Integration of Mental Health and Addictions
Response to the Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions’ Interim Report
CMHA Ontario responds to the Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions’ Interim Report, with specific reference to its section on Mental Health Promotion and Education. (May, 2010) Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions Legislative Assembly of Ontario Room 1405, Whitney Block Queen’s Park Toronto Ontario M7A 1A2 Attn: Susan Sourial, Clerk To Members […]Continue readingResponse to the Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions’ Interim Report
Opening Doors in Primary Health Care
Recommendations from CMHA Ontario and OFCMHAP on 11 core strategies to strengthen primary health care responsiveness to the needs of individuals with mental health and addiction conditions in Ontario. Introduction Let us recognize that there can be no health without mental health.[1] It’s time to clear the air – addiction is a disease, and […]Continue readingOpening Doors in Primary Health Care
The Windows of Opportunity for Mental Health Reform in Ontario
As part of the response to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care discussion paper, “Every Door is the Right Door,” the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario has prepared a review of recent strategies for mental health reform. (March, 2010) Executive Summary As part of the response to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term […]Continue readingThe Windows of Opportunity for Mental Health Reform in Ontario
Mental Health and Addictions Issues for Older Adults: Opening the Doors to a Strategic Framework
It is estimated that the prevalence of mental health problems in adults over 65 years ranges from 17 to 30 percent. This report identifies services and supports needed for older adults at risk/or living with mental health conditions. Executive Summary Preamble The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario is a not-for-profit, charitable organization whose vision […]Continue readingMental Health and Addictions Issues for Older Adults: Opening the Doors to a Strategic Framework
Employment and Education for People with Mental Illness
A discussion paper of the Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario and Centre for Addiction and Mental Health which identifies barriers to employment for persons with mental health conditions. Six strategies are identified to improve educational and employment opportunities. (January, 2010) Executive Summary “There is incredible untapped potential in Ontario’s population. We need to put that […]Continue readingEmployment and Education for People with Mental Illness
Response to the Ontario Human Rights Commission Public Consultation Paper
Individuals living with mental health conditions face unique human rights issues and barriers. CMHA Ontario identifies priority issues that the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s should address in developing their Human Rights Mental Health Strategy for Ontario. (January, 2010) Preface Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback to the Ontario […]Continue readingResponse to the Ontario Human Rights Commission Public Consultation Paper
Letter on ER Wait Times
CMHA Ontario joined with three other provincial stakeholder organizations in endorsing key strategies to address ER wait times. These strategies, as well as corresponding recommended actions, were outlined in a letter sent to the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care David Caplan. (September, 2009) September 15, 2009 The Honourable David Caplan Minister of Health and […]Continue readingLetter on ER Wait Times
Rural and Northern Community Issues in Mental Health
Mental health related services and supports in rural and northern Ontario communities are less comprehensive, available and accessible than in urban areas. Key considerations are identified, as well as strategies taking place in some communities to address these challenges. (September, 2009) Introduction Ontario has a fragmented system of community mental health services and supports. The […]Continue readingRural and Northern Community Issues in Mental Health