(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
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
CMHA is recognizing World Sleep Day on March 15 to remind Ontarians that sleep is important for mental health and well-being. Studies show that insufficient sleep changes activity in some parts of the brain. For example, when experiencing sleep deficiency, individuals may encounter challenges with decision-making, problem-solving, emotional regulation, behavioural control, and adapting to change. […]Continue readingWorld Sleep Day highlights importance of sleep for health
On the heels of a new fundraising partnership between CMHA Ontario’s Talk Today program and the Canadian Hockey League announced this week, a new episode of the Talk Today podcast features CHL president Dan MacKenzie. As CHL president since 2019, MacKenzie has been an influential partner and supporter of the Talk Today program. Prior to […]Continue readingTalk Today podcast interviews CHL president Dan MacKenzie
On March 11, 2024, CMHA Ontario honours the lives lost due to the tragedies of COVID-19. We are grateful to frontline health care workers who kept us protected and safe. During the National Day of Observance for COVID-19, CMHA highlights the need for mental health and addiction resources, particularly for those enduring grief, loss, isolation, […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes National Day of Observance for COVID-19
On March 8, CMHA Ontario is encouraging everyone to celebrate International Women’s Day 2024 by Inspiring Inclusion and acknowledging women’s equality. Encouraging recognition and appreciation of women’s inclusion includes assisting women to make informed decisions about their health. A 2023 poll revealed that 66 per cent of Ontario women between the ages of 18 and […]Continue readingThis International Women’s Day, CMHA encourages you to #InspireInclusion
Canada’s Health Minister Mark Holland has announced a new nursing retention toolkit designed to aid health care leaders in supporting their nursing colleagues. The toolkit was developed in consultation with stakeholders including Ashley Kim, Senior Manager of CMHA Ontario’s Your Health Space program and Sherry Red Manuel, a former Trainer with Your Health Space. As […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario informs Health Canada’s Nursing Retention Toolkit
Another Talk Today month has wrapped up, and this year, millions more people were reached online – as well as thousands more in junior hockey arenas across the country – with positive messages about mental health. The 2023-24 hockey season marks the 10th season of Talk Today supporting junior hockey players and teams. Each year […]Continue readingTalk Today month mental health awareness campaign reaches millions
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, an annual initiative to raise public awareness about the potential harms from gambling through prevention, treatment, referral and recovery services. With the increasing prevalence and access to online gambling – especially with online poker and sports betting – having a better understanding of the signs and symptoms that separate […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes March as Problem Gambling Month
On February 28th, more and more people are using Pink Shirt Day as a platform to promote and practice kindness, be supportive and inclusive, and raise awareness for anti-bullying initiatives. Pink Shirt Day by CKNW Kids’ Fund helps increase awareness around bullying in schools, workplaces, homes, and online. Additionally, the event helps generate funds to […]Continue readingCMHA supports Pink Shirt Day