Psychosocial Rehabilitation Canada (PSR/RPS Canada) has extended the date to submit abstracts to present at its 2011 conference, Enhancing Recovery: Family, Culture and Community, to take place September 26-29, 2011 in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. The planning committee will continue to accept proposals until March 1, 2011 for interactive presentations from individuals/families, programs and agencies […]Continue readingPSR/RPS Canada extends deadline to submit conference abstracts
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Deadline for completing OHRC survey on mental health discrimination
The deadline for completing the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s (OHRC’s) anonymous survey on mental health discrimination is February 28. The purpose of the survey is to learn more about individuals with mental health and addiction disabilities and the human rights issues and barriers they face. The survey is part of a broader consultation process on […]Continue readingDeadline for completing OHRC survey on mental health discrimination
Rural Housing Network of Ontario changes name
The Rural Housing Network of Ontario (RHINO) has changed its name to the Ontario Rural Housing Action Network (ORHAN). The Ontario Rural Housing Action Network is a virtual network of housing agencies and concerned citizens who advocate for availability of affordable, safe and secure rural housing in Ontario. In changing their name, ORHAN is renewing […]Continue readingRural Housing Network of Ontario changes name
Peer Worker Research Project looks at best fit for peer support (UK)
The National Institute of Health Research in England is funding a 21-month project to examine the best way to introduce peer workers in the Mental Health National Health Service (NHS) Trust. The project emerged from recommendations outlined in the new UK mental health strategy. The research will consist of twelve case studies throughout England, a […]Continue readingPeer Worker Research Project looks at best fit for peer support (UK)
Provincial elder law conference materials available on LCO website
The papers and presentations from the 2010 provincial conference on elder law are now available online. The conference was jointly organized by the Law Commission of Ontario (LCO), the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly and the Canadian Centre for Elder Law as part of the LCO’s larger project on the law and older adults. The […]Continue readingProvincial elder law conference materials available on LCO website
Resource offers practical guide for lawyers serving people with disabilities
The ARCH Disability Law Centre has released a new resource to provide lawyers with both contextual information and practical suggestions on how to effectively accommodate and support clients with disabilities. The resource includes a section on mental health or psychiatric disabilities that offers an overview of these disabilities and practical suggestions for accommodating individual needs. […]Continue readingResource offers practical guide for lawyers serving people with disabilities
March 1 deadline to submit letters of interest for EnAbling Change Partnership Program
Organizations have until March 1 to submit letters of interest for the provincial government’s EnAbling Change Partnership Program. The program, administered by the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario (ADO), provides funding to organizations with vision, leadership and commitment to promoting greater accessibility across industries and sectors. The program’s goals include assisting obligated organizations to comply with […]Continue readingMarch 1 deadline to submit letters of interest for EnAbling Change Partnership Program
Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health special issue on SEEI — court support and early intervention studies
The Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health has released a special supplement issue focused on the Systems Enhancement Evaluation Initiative (SEEI). SEEI evaluated the impact of a $167 million investment made by Ontario’s Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) towards community mental health services in the province. Mental Health Notes continues to explore the articles from the special […]Continue readingCanadian Journal of Community Mental Health special issue on SEEI — court support and early intervention studies
CMHA Ontario responds to provincial mental health strategy reports
Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario recently submitted a paper to the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care regarding the findings and recommendations contained in the reports of the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care’s Advisory Group (MAG) and the Select Committee of the Legislature on Mental Health and Addictions. The CMHA paper builds on the […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario responds to provincial mental health strategy reports
Provincial HSJCC quarterly newsletter and conference
The Provincial Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee (HSJCC) has launched the second issue of their electronic quarterly newsletter. The HSJCC network, which consists of 32 local committees, 14 regional committees and a provincial committee, was established in response to a recognized need to coordinate resources and services, and plan more effectively for people who […]Continue readingProvincial HSJCC quarterly newsletter and conference