The leaders of several Ontario health care organizations have released a joint open letter to premier Doug Ford seeking immediate clarity on the government’s parameters regarding pandemic pay for frontline workers during COVID-19. On April 25, the province announced frontline workers would be recognized with temporary pandemic pay for the challenges they face keeping Ontarians […]Continue readingOntario’s leading health care organizations urge province for clarity on pandemic pay
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New data says fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them
As more details emerge about the psychological impact of COVID-19, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division branches are encouraging anyone who is struggling with mental health and addictions issues at this time to reach out and seek help. The call comes as new provincial data showed that far fewer people with a mental health […]Continue readingNew data says fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them
CMHA Ontario poll identifies concerns around workplace, youth mental health
New polling data shows some specific findings about how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting workplace and youth mental health. Results from the first of three polls by Pollara Strategic Insights on behalf of Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division indicate the vast majority (90 per cent) of Ontarians are concerned about the impact the pandemic […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario poll identifies concerns around workplace, youth mental health
New data shows majority of Ontarians believe mental health crisis will follow COVID-19 impact
(Toronto, May 11, 2020) – Seven out of 10 Ontarians (69 per cent) believe the province is headed for a “serious mental health crisis” as it emerges from this pandemic and nearly eight out of 10 (77 per cent) say more mental health supports will be necessary to help society, according to new poll results […]Continue readingNew data shows majority of Ontarians believe mental health crisis will follow COVID-19 impact
New BounceBack campaign promotes access to mental health program
Mental health concerns are among the many challenges Ontarians are currently facing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time of public uncertainty, CMHA’s BounceBack program remains an effective option to support Ontarians who may be dealing with mild-to-moderate anxiety or depression, or may be feeling low, stressed, worried, irritable or angry. BounceBack is a free, […]Continue readingNew BounceBack campaign promotes access to mental health program
Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP) donates $20,000 to CMHA Ontario’s BounceBack program
(Toronto, May 6, 2020) – Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division, is pleased to thank the Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP) for its $20,000 donation to support the BounceBack program. For a third consecutive year, as part of OTIP’s annual social media campaign on Bell Let’s Talk Day, the organization pledged to donate $1 to […]Continue readingOntario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP) donates $20,000 to CMHA Ontario’s BounceBack program
CMHA’s BounceBack key part of expanded mental health supports available to all Ontarians during COVID-19 pandemic
On April 2, the government announced an expansion of online and virtual mental health supports to help Ontarians navigating the difficult realities in the wake of COVID-19. The Canadian Mental Health Association’s BounceBack program is a key component of these expanded services and is available now, free of charge, to help people experiencing mild to […]Continue readingCMHA’s BounceBack key part of expanded mental health supports available to all Ontarians during COVID-19 pandemic
BounceBack offers quick tips to support your mental health during COVID-19
Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division’s BounceBack program has developed a mental health tip sheet to support those who may be experiencing heightened mental health challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The tip sheet, titled 10 things you can do right now to reduce anxiety, stress, worry related to COVID-19, offers 10 quick […]Continue readingBounceBack offers quick tips to support your mental health during COVID-19
Province announces partial CERB exemption for social assistance recipients
Advocacy efforts of health care providers, low-income Ontarians and other organizations has led to the provincial government taking measures to ensure individuals on social assistance will take home more income through the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB). The province has announced that for existing (prior to March 1) Ontario Works (OW) and all Ontario Disability […]Continue readingProvince announces partial CERB exemption for social assistance recipients
Find local CMHA services during COVID-19
As uncertainty around COVID-19 persists, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branches in communities across Ontario continue to provide mental health and addictions supports in the safest way possible. To adhere to physical distancing measures and protect the health of clients and staff, the way many CMHA services are delivered has changed. CMHA Ontario has compiled […]Continue readingFind local CMHA services during COVID-19