The Provincial Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee (HSJCC) has created a new online resource hub specifically for professionals in the policing, justice and human services sectors to provide latest updates on COVID-19 and resources to support how they operate amid the pandemic. Via this webpage, the Provincial HSJCC is facilitating information sharing among HSJCC […]Continue readingProvincial HSJCC creates COVID-19 resource hub for human services, justice professionals
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Statement from CMHA branches several weeks after COVID-19 began impacting service delivery
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) network consists of nearly 30 branches across the province that provide community-based clinical and social services to Ontarians living with mental health and addictions issues. Like every other health provider, we have spent the past few weeks adjusting to a new reality created by COVID-19 and are continually examining […]Continue readingStatement from CMHA branches several weeks after COVID-19 began impacting service delivery
New workplace, campus mental health resources available amid COVID-19 pandemic
Mental Health Works and the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health are supporting workplace and post-secondary student mental health, respectively, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Mental Health Works is providing a free webinar series to help employees and employers address the impact these circumstances may have on our work and well-being. Check out mentalhealthworks.ca […]Continue readingNew workplace, campus mental health resources available amid COVID-19 pandemic
CMHA Ontario reaction to province’s 2020 economic and fiscal update
(Toronto, March 25, 2020) – The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO of Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division, in reaction to province’s 2020 economic and fiscal update released Wednesday: “CMHA Ontario applauds the provincial government for today’s economic statement which focused on supporting the health system over the next year as we aim […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario reaction to province’s 2020 economic and fiscal update
Tips to manage mental health during COVID-19
In the wake of COVID-19, Canadians are facing a new reality of social distancing, self-quarantining and isolation in order to protect public health and safety. These new circumstances may lead individuals with mental health concerns into heightened symptoms of anxiety and depression. In what may be a difficult time for many, the Canadian Mental Health […]Continue readingTips to manage mental health during COVID-19
Understanding social distancing and the importance of social connection
To slow the spread of COVID-19, the main recommendation from government and health officials for the immediate future is “social distancing. For individuals with mental health concerns who have a tendency to socially isolate themselves already, it’s important to understand that social distancing doesn’t mean to cut yourself off from connection. Rather, physically distancing yourself […]Continue readingUnderstanding social distancing and the importance of social connection
CMHA Ontario office closed as precaution during COVID-19 pandemic
In an abundance of caution amid public concern related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division’s office is now closed while its staff continues to work from home. The health and safety of CMHA clients and staff remains our priority as we continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and find the […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario office closed as precaution during COVID-19 pandemic
CMHA offers tips to support mental health amid concerns of COVID-19 pandemic
(Toronto, March 13, 2020) – Amid public concerns of the developing COVID-19 pandemic, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) experts are reminding individuals with exacerbated anxiety and depression symptoms of how to manage their mental wellness at this time of uncertainty. CMHA York and South Simcoe’s CEO Rebecca Shields and clinical director Dr. Deanne Simms offer […]Continue readingCMHA offers tips to support mental health amid concerns of COVID-19 pandemic
Pre-budget consultation report highlights CMHA Ontario recommendations
Ahead of the Ontario government’s 2020 budget unveiling, the provincial Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs has included a number of Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division’s recommendations in a report to the legislature. The committee’s Pre-Budget Consultation 2020 report summarizes key recommendations made by agencies and individuals from around the province on how […]Continue readingPre-budget consultation report highlights CMHA Ontario recommendations
Roadmap to Wellness calls for more CBT, tackling wait times
Reducing wait times and investing $20 million in publicly-funded cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for Ontarians are just a few of the highlights of the government’s newly released Roadmap to Wellness: A Plan to Build Ontario’s Mental Health and Addictions System. Health Minister Christine Elliott unveiled the roadmap at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences […]Continue readingRoadmap to Wellness calls for more CBT, tackling wait times