NEWS RELEASE (Toronto, Oct. 31, 2024) – With the final milestone in Ontario’s alcohol retail expansion complete, a coalition of public health, research and community mental health and addictions organizations are once again calling for a comprehensive health care strategy. The organizations published an open letter urging the Ontario government to develop a co-ordinated action […]Continue readingCoalition urges immediate action on health care strategy following alcohol retail expansion
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CMHA Ontario reaction to province’s 2024 fall economic statement
STATEMENT (Toronto, October 30, 2024) – The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO of Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division, in reaction to the province’s 2024 fall economic statement: “Today’s fall economic statement fails to acknowledge a critical part of Ontario’s infrastructure: the health and social services that are essential to the […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario reaction to province’s 2024 fall economic statement
Community health sector launches campaign profiling staffing challenges and impact to patient care
Sector calls for investments to close the growing wage gap for frontline workers Toronto, October 17, 2024 – Ten provincial associations representing Ontario’s community health sector are raising awareness of a growing wage gap impacting the care millions of Ontarians rely on. A new campaign launched today, entitled For Us. For You., highlights the need for […]Continue readingCommunity health sector launches campaign profiling staffing challenges and impact to patient care
CMHH Ontario launches “Someone’s Someone” – a provincial campaign to humanize substance use and drive change
CMHA Ontario launches “Someone’s Someone” – a provincial campaign to humanize substance use and drive change In Ontario, addiction is more than a statistic—it’s a deeply personal crisis affecting our families, friends and communities. Behind every number, there’s a story. Behind every story, there’s a person—a person who was someone’s someone. Today, we’re proud to […]Continue readingCMHH Ontario launches “Someone’s Someone” – a provincial campaign to humanize substance use and drive change
CMHA Ontario Observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30th, CMHA Ontario stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the strength and resilience of residential school survivors, their families, and their communities. While it is crucial to acknowledge the ongoing challenges rooted in our shared history, it is equally important to […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario Observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
CMHA Ontario highlights past year’s achievements in 2023-24 annual report
Advocacy for addictions education and support, advising on systemic reform for mental health and addictions supports for justice-involved individuals, and growth and development of provincial programs are among the many achievements by Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division highlighted in its 2023-24 annual report. Approved at CMHA Ontario’s annual general meeting this week, the […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario highlights past year’s achievements in 2023-24 annual report
Back to School Mental Health Tips
As students of all ages and their parents prepare for back-to-school season, CMHA Ontario reminds people to keep mental health in mind. Whether students are returning to the same school, entering a new school year, or heading off to post-secondary, the transition can be exciting, but can cause stress and anxiety too. Here are some […]Continue readingBack to School Mental Health Tips
Maintain aspects of harm reduction as part of hub model; lessen the stigma around opioid use
(Ottawa, Aug. 20, 2024) – Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division is urging the province to remain focused on addressing the opioid crisis as a health issue, that includes aspects of harm reduction, without perpetuating stigma that is often detrimental to individuals seeking help. CMHA Ontario encourages the government to remain open to forms […]Continue readingMaintain aspects of harm reduction as part of hub model; lessen the stigma around opioid use
CMHA recognizes Prisoners’ Justice Day
On August 10th, CMHA Halton joins organizations nationwide to commemorate Prisoners’ Justice Day. This annual event honours individuals in federal and provincial custody who have died unnatural or violent deaths while in correctional institutions, while also supporting their families. This Day highlights systemic issues affecting those in correctional facilities. In Ontario, an estimated 41 per […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Prisoners’ Justice Day
CMHA Ontario Expands Resilient Minds™ Program to Firefighters in 2024
(Toronto, July 25, 2024) – The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario Division is pleased to announce open enrollment for its remaining Resilient Minds™ courses and Train-the-Trainer workshops for peer instructors, that will be delivered virtually in 2024. This initiative supports the psychological well-being of career and volunteer firefighters across Ontario. The Resilient Minds program […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario Expands Resilient Minds™ Program to Firefighters in 2024