Beginning today, people anywhere in Canada can call and text 9-8-8 if they are thinking about suicide or are worried about someone who is. The three-digit suicide prevention helpline will be answered by responders who are as close to home as possible. Ten CMHAs, six of which are in Ontario, will be part of a […]Continue readingCMHA welcomes the creation of 9-8-8, the three-digit suicide prevention line
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Support mental health, addictions services and awareness on GivingTuesday
Join CMHA Ontario on November 28th, as we participate in GivingTuesday. This global day marks the beginning of the giving season, where charities, companies, and individuals can all make a positive impact. There is no “right” way to participate as long as it supports generosity and giving. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer your time, […]Continue readingSupport mental health, addictions services and awareness on GivingTuesday
Tips to maintain well-being for National Addictions Awareness Week
With the increasing complexity of the addictions landscape, it is a collective effort to support those at risk. That’s the message of this year’s National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW), an annual campaign led by the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA). The campaign this year highlights the wide range of perspectives and evidence-informed […]Continue readingTips to maintain well-being for National Addictions Awareness Week
CMHA commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance
On November 20, CMHA Ontario stands with the trans community to honour the memory of transgender individuals whose lives were tragically taken by violence. Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is also a day for individuals to champion and advocate for a community that is safer and more inclusive. Studies have revealed that transgender individuals are […]Continue readingCMHA commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance
Community Benefits and Cost Savings: The Value of Consumption Treatment Services (CTS)
Ontario’s battle against the drug poisoning crisis has been a challenging one. Consumption treatment services (CTS) have emerged as a clear solution, offering both community benefits and significant cost savings. Community Benefits of CTS CTS provide individuals with a safe, supervised environment. This ensures their well-being and reduces the risks associated with unsupervised drug use. […]Continue readingCommunity Benefits and Cost Savings: The Value of Consumption Treatment Services (CTS)
The Real Impact of Consumption Treatment Services on Community Safety
The data is clear: consumption treatment services are not just neutral in their impact on community safety – they actively enhance it. Several studies have delved deep into the relationship between CTS and crime rates, and the findings are consistent: A comprehensive study analyzing local crime statistics in Vancouver revealed that the establishment of a […]Continue readingThe Real Impact of Consumption Treatment Services on Community Safety
The Drug Poisoning Crisis in Ontario and the Need for Harm Reduction
The data paints a grim picture. The drug poisoning crisis in Ontario has worsened since 2019, with the mortality rate due to opioid toxicity now 57 per cent higher than before the pandemic. Continue readingThe Drug Poisoning Crisis in Ontario and the Need for Harm Reduction
Your Health Space Podcast: Unpacking Teamwork in Healthcare – A Conversation with Dr. Brian Goldman
Dr. Brian Goldman, a renowned physician, best-selling author, and CBC radio and podcast host, shares his expert insights on the critical role of teamwork in enhancing workplace mental health.Continue readingYour Health Space Podcast: Unpacking Teamwork in Healthcare – A Conversation with Dr. Brian Goldman
Ontario Chamber of Commerce report addresses mental health and addictions needs post-pandemic
In the midst of Healthy Workplace Month, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) released its report: Mind the Gap: Addressing the Mental Health and Addictions “Echo Pandemic” in Ontario. The report highlights the urgent need to address the rising demand in Ontario for mental health and addictions services post-pandemic. It outlines the impacts that mental […]Continue readingOntario Chamber of Commerce report addresses mental health and addictions needs post-pandemic
Talk Today podcast interviews author, former lacrosse pro Delby Powless
A new episode of the Talk Today podcast out today features an interview with former professional lacrosse player and author, Delby Powless. Powless was recently inducted into the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame, was the 2003 Tom Longboat Award winner as Canada’s top Indigenous athlete, and spent six seasons in the National […]Continue readingTalk Today podcast interviews author, former lacrosse pro Delby Powless