The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division, in reaction to today’s $32.7 million provincial investment to address substance use: “The number of Ontarians dying due to opioid-related overdoses and poisoning was a crisis before the pandemic and continues to be a crisis today. More people are […]Continue reading$32 million investment a welcome step to battle Ontario’s opioid crisis: Statement from CMHA Ontario
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Call for Abstracts now open for workplace mental health conference
The introduction of a pandemic has forced workplaces across the country to pivot, and in some cases reimagine the way they do business. As we begin to create action plans post-pandemic, we need to be mindful of how workplace cultures have shifted and further invest in the mental health and well-being of employees to promote […]Continue readingCall for Abstracts now open for workplace mental health conference
Ontario’s Big City Mayors call for measures to curb opioid crisis
The mayors from Ontario’s largest cities are calling on both the federal and provincial governments to step in with new actions to curb the opioid crisis currently faced by many Ontario communities. In an interview with the Toronto Star, the chair of Ontario’s Big City Mayors, Barrie mayor Jeff Lehman, urged Ottawa and Queen’s Park […]Continue readingOntario’s Big City Mayors call for measures to curb opioid crisis
Nipissing Mental Health Housing & Support Services officially transitions to Canadian Mental Health Association, North Bay and District
The community mental health, addictions and housing support agency formerly known as Nipissing Mental Health Housing & Support Services (NMHHSS) has officially transitioned to a Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branch. The organization is now known as CMHA North Bay and District. “Today’s news marks the culmination of many months of hard work to ensure […]Continue readingNipissing Mental Health Housing & Support Services officially transitions to Canadian Mental Health Association, North Bay and District
Podcast: mental health sector leaders discuss impacts of pandemic
From the Burgundy Chairs, a podcast for health system leaders created by Santis Health, recently hosted a panel discussion which featured CMHA Ontario CEO Camille Quenneville, CEO of Addictions and Mental Health Ontario Adrienne Spafford, and CEO of Children’s Mental Health Ontario Kim Moran. The panel joined host Veronica Said to discuss the status of […]Continue readingPodcast: mental health sector leaders discuss impacts of pandemic
Study: mental health of northern Ontario nurses working during Covid-19
Researchers from Laurentian University’s Centre of Research in Occupational Health and Safety (CROSH) and the Public Services Health & Safety Association are conducting a study to explore the mental health of Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) in northern Ontario working during the COVID-19 global pandemic. This study aims to understand the perspective […]Continue readingStudy: mental health of northern Ontario nurses working during Covid-19
Online event on impact of caregiving on the workplace
CMHA Ontario, Mental Health Works and the Ontario Caregiver Organization have partnered for an online event on July 14, Caregivers in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know. Caregivers make up 35 per cent of the Canadian workforce. Across Ontario alone, there are 3.3 million people caring for family members and friends who have physical […]Continue readingOnline event on impact of caregiving on the workplace
Province funds new Youth Wellness Hubs involving CMHAs in Guelph, Windsor
A pair of Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branches are involved in two of four new Youth Wellness Hub projects in the province that have received funding from the Ontario government to launch. As part of a larger funding announcement from the province aimed to improve access to specialized mental health treatments, reduce wait times, […]Continue readingProvince funds new Youth Wellness Hubs involving CMHAs in Guelph, Windsor
CMHA recognizes Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day
On June 15, 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. As with most of the population, Canadian men report the COVID-19 pandemic is taking its toll on […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day
CMHA celebrates Seniors Month
CMHA Ontario joins individuals and organizations across Ontario to celebrate Seniors Month in June. Seniors Month is a time to salute and appreciate the enormous contributions seniors and older adults have made, and continue to make, towards building Ontario. The theme of Seniors Month this year is to Stay Safe, Active and Connected. The COVID-19 […]Continue readingCMHA celebrates Seniors Month