(Ottawa, Aug. 20, 2024) – Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division is urging the province to remain focused on addressing the opioid crisis as a health issue, that includes aspects of harm reduction, without perpetuating stigma that is often detrimental to individuals seeking help. CMHA Ontario encourages the government to remain open to forms […]Continue readingMaintain aspects of harm reduction as part of hub model; lessen the stigma around opioid use
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CMHA recognizes Prisoners’ Justice Day
On August 10th, CMHA Halton joins organizations nationwide to commemorate Prisoners’ Justice Day. This annual event honours individuals in federal and provincial custody who have died unnatural or violent deaths while in correctional institutions, while also supporting their families. This Day highlights systemic issues affecting those in correctional facilities. In Ontario, an estimated 41 per […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Prisoners’ Justice Day
Most Ontarians want supportive health, social services to address opioid crisis: CMHA Ontario poll
(Toronto, July 25, 2024) – Amid the ongoing opioid and drug poisoning crisis, more than eight in 10 Ontarians would prefer solutions to these issues focused on health care and social services support, rather than punishment through the criminal justice system, according to new poll results released today. In addition to the overwhelming majority of […]Continue readingMost Ontarians want supportive health, social services to address opioid crisis: CMHA Ontario poll
New report highlights impact of opioid crisis on Ontario municipalities
With more than 2,500 deaths from opioid-related overdoses in Ontario last year, a new report from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) outlines the impact of the toxic drug crisis on Ontario communities and urges action from the province. Developed with input from several health and social service sector partners, including the Canadian Mental […]Continue readingNew report highlights impact of opioid crisis on Ontario municipalities
June 27 is PTSD Awareness Day
CMHA Ontario and organizations worldwide recognize June 27 as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day. PTSD is a mental health condition triggered by traumatic events like natural disasters, accidents, war, or assaults. Symptoms include unwanted thoughts or dreams, physical responses, strong negative emotions, and loss of interest in activities. A person with PTSD could experience the […]Continue readingJune 27 is PTSD Awareness Day
CMHA recognizes Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day
On June 13, CMHA Ontario joins organizations across Canada in recognizing Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day. This annual event aims to normalize conversations about mental health issues and reduce the stigma that often prevents men from seeking help. CMHA recognizes that stigma may make it difficult for men to identify their own mental health and […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day
CMHA Ontario responds to Chief Medical Officer’s recommendations on substance use
The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division, in reaction to the Chief Medical Officer of Health’s 2023 annual report: “The recommendations in the Chief Medical Officer of Health’s annual report do not come as a surprise for those of us who work in the substance use health […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario responds to Chief Medical Officer’s recommendations on substance use
Urgent action is required by Ontario government to address worsening staffing crisis in Ontario’s community health sector
March 27, 2024 Urgent action is required by Ontario government to address worsening staffing crisis in Ontario’s community health sector Associations representing over 200,000 workers in community health respond to 2024 Ontario Budget TORONTO, ON – Today, a coalition of Ontario’s community health care associations responded to Ontario’s 2024 Budget. While we welcome the government’s […]Continue readingUrgent action is required by Ontario government to address worsening staffing crisis in Ontario’s community health sector
Budget 2024 neglects health human resource crisis: CMHA Ontario responds
(Toronto, Wednesday, March 27, 2024) – The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division, in reaction to the province’s 2024 budget: “The provincial budget released today included investments in supportive housing, which is critical infrastructure for those struggling with mental illness and/or an addiction and is essential for […]Continue readingBudget 2024 neglects health human resource crisis: CMHA Ontario responds
CMHA Supports International Transgender Day of Visibility
On March 31, CMHA Ontario celebrates International Transgender Day of Visibility, an event recognizing the resilience and accomplishments of the transgender community. A transgender person is someone whose gender identity is different from the gender they were assigned at birth. CMHA [branch] stands with our transgender community and acknowledges the discrimination and obstacles they still encounter […]Continue readingCMHA Supports International Transgender Day of Visibility