We’re pleased to share our 2021-2022 annual report. During COVID-19, our services remained a key priority at our branch. Learn more about our programs by checking out the full report hereContinue readingAnnual General Report
Annual General Report
News
Overdose is preventable: know the signs
There were more than 2,800 opioid-related deaths in Ontario in 2021. To combat this crisis, CMHA MPS joins individuals and organizations in recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day (IAOD) on August 31. IAOD aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. An overdose is a toxic amount of one or […]Continue readingOverdose is preventable: know the signs
CMHA Ontario launches suicide prevention program to support farmers
The pandemic has made life more difficult for many, but for farmers it has greatly added to existing uncertainties and stress. Yet farmers are less likely to seek the help of professionals — sometimes with devastating consequences. To help, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario has launched the Guardian Network, a volunteer suicide prevention […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario launches suicide prevention program to support farmers
CMHA recognizes Prisoners’ Justice Day
CMHA MPS joins individuals and organizations on August 10 in commemorating Prisoners’ Justice Day, a day to honour individuals who have died unnatural or violent deaths while incarcerated in correctional institutions. In addition to showing solidarity for those who have died while incarcerated, the day also brings attention to other socioeconomic impacts of incarceration including […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Prisoners’ Justice Day
International Self Care Day
CMHA Muskoka Parry Sound joins individuals and organizations around the globe in celebrating International Self-Care Day on July 24, which aims to raise public awareness of the importance of self-care to stay healthy and prevent or delay illness. A self-care task should not be big or complicated – in fact, when energy and resolve is […]Continue readingInternational Self Care Day
Government of Canada invests $28.2 million in mental health support for Trauma & PTSD Disorder
Government of Canada invests $28.2 million in mental health support for trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder on June 27th. Frightening situations happen to everyone at some point. People can react in many different ways: they might feel nervous, have a hard time sleeping well, or go over the details of the situation in their mind. […]Continue readingGovernment of Canada invests $28.2 million in mental health support for Trauma & PTSD Disorder
WE CAN HELP.
Are you experiencing low mood, anxiety, worry or stress? CMHA-Muskoka Parry Sound offers #BounceBackON to our community! This provincial program is a free, self-help telephone coaching program to support adults and youth (15+). Learn more at bouncebackontario.caContinue readingWE CAN HELP.
Harm Reduction in the Park-June 28th in Sundridge
The CMHA-Muskoka Parry Sound Addictions-East Parry Sound team is hosting an information and resource tent at Centennial Park on Tuesday, June 28th from 10:30am-3pm. Contact Aaron for details at agoodchild@cmhamps.caContinue readingHarm Reduction in the Park-June 28th in Sundridge
Talk Suicide Canada
If you’re having thoughts of suicide, or are worried about someone else, Talk Suicide is here to listen. Connect to a crisis responder to get help without judgement. Call 1.833.456.4566 toll-free, any time – or text 45645 between 4 p.m. and midnight ET. Continue readingTalk Suicide Canada
National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21
On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we must recognize #Indigenous peoples’ right to culturally safe #MentalHealth services that are rooted in traditional healing. June 21 isn’t the only day of the year when we recognize and celebrate Indigenous peoples, culture and languages. Reconciliation is the work we do every day to dismantle the harms caused by […]Continue readingNational Indigenous Peoples Day June 21