Feb. 7 marks Safer Internet Day, which provides an opportunity for Canadian Mental Health Association branches to remind their communities of strategies for using the internet, social media and related technologies that can protect or even benefit your mental health. One of the biggest concerns regarding mental health and the online environment is excessive use […]Continue readingResources to protect your mental health online on Safer Internet Day
During February, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branches as well as leagues and teams in the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) and Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) are coming together to celebrate their partnerships on the Talk Today program and to promote positive messages about mental health. Across the CHL and CJHL, CMHAs are connected with […]Continue readingCMHAs, junior hockey leagues celebrating Talk Today month this February
Montreal/Toronto – A new report by McGill University Faculty of Education researchers shows Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario’s Talk Today program is making a positive impact on athletes in the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL). Talk Today in the CJHL: An evaluation of a mental health program in junior hockey provides an overview of […]Continue readingMcGill research reveals positive impact of CMHA Ontario’s Talk Today program in Canadian Junior Hockey League
In honour of Bell Let’s Talk Day, CMHA Ontario is excited to announce the release of Your Health Space, the companion podcast to the training program of the same name. In this first episode, “Leading with Vulnerability,” host Kim Farrell interviews Greg Swaine about how his struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder led to his trailblazing […]Continue readingNew podcast highlights workplace mental health
Toronto – Canadian Mental Health Associations (CMHAs) across Ontario are calling on the province for a substantial, immediate and ongoing base funding increase for the community mental health and addictions sector on this Bell Let’s Talk Day. This year’s Bell Let’s Talk Day is focused on committing to significant action to create positive change in […]Continue readingOntario’s CMHAs call for significant funding increase to community mental health and addictions this Bell Let’s Talk Day
Toronto – Timmins social media entertainment company Kinz and Klomp have been named the recipient of Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division’s 2022 media award. Run by Mark Kinsman (KINZ) and Jamie Klomp (KLOMP), Kinz and Klomp produce and host an online show highlighting community issues and events. The Kinz and Klomp show is […]Continue readingTimmins social media company first web-based winner of CMHA Ontario media award
The holiday season is generally viewed as a joyous time of year, but the reality is it’s not that way for everyone. While many love the opportunity to give gifts, spend time with family and friends, and spread cheer, others find the holidays difficult for a variety of reasons. For example, difficult family relationships or […]Continue readingTips to beat the holiday stress
In Canada, suicide is first health-related cause of death amongst young people aged 15 to 24 in Canada. The need to identify mental health issues and provide preventive support for children and youth has only grown with the onset of the pandemic, which is associated with higher levels of mental health distress amongst young people. […]Continue readingNew resource for school-based suicide prevention life promotion initiatives
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario, recently welcomed the opportunity to provide feedback on the Government of Canada’s online consultation for the legislative review of the Cannabis Act. CMHA branches across the province offer comprehensive substance use and harm reduction-related supports, including services such as Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine clinics and youth addictions […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario provides input to Health Canada’s Cannabis Act Legislative Review
The past few years have been a challenging time for those working on the health care settings. Health care workers, support staff, and organizational leaders are all facing extreme levels of stress and burnout. To help, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario has launched Your Health Space, a free workplace mental health service for […]Continue readingIntroducing Your Health Space