CMHA recognizes International Self-Care Day 2020 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. Mental well-being is recognized as a pillar of self-care. Prioritizing self-care can […]Continue readingInternational Self-Care Day 2020
(Toronto, June 24, 2020) – The following is a statement from Camille Quenneville, CEO, of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario in reaction to the death of Ejaz Choudry: “It’s sad, heartbreaking and incredibly upsetting that once again an individual experiencing distress has died after a police response to a mental health crisis call. It’s […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario responds to the death of yet another individual experiencing a crisis
There is a new virtual support group available for anyone who is interested. There is no cost for this group. It is an 8-week psycho-educational group intended for family members or individuals concerned about another’s substance use, gambling, or gaming. Please click here for details. Continue readingVirtual Support Group for Family Members and Individuals Concerned About Another’s Substance Use
Disconnected from land and culture by colonialism, Indigenous Peoples often experience significant inequality, including in #MentalHealth. We’re proud to offer B’Saanibamaadsiwin (Aboriginal Mental Health Program) for Indigenous community members. Learn more at https://mps.cmha.ca/programs-services/bsaanibamaadsiwin-aboriginal-mental-health-program-2/ #NIPDCanada For National Indigenous Peoples Day, take in Indigenous heritage, art, culture and history. Get started with the #IndigenousReads reading list: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1496255894592/1557840487211 […]Continue readingNational Indigenous Peoples Day
New data says fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them May 14, 2020 – As more details emerge about the psychological impact of COVID-19, CMHA, Muskoka -Parry Sound is encouraging anyone who is struggling with mental health and addictions issues at this time to reach […]Continue readingNew data says fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them
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 […]Continue readingNew data shows majority of Ontarians believe mental health crisis will follow COVID-19 impact
Help Support Mental Health in Nova Scotia A few weeks ago, a terrible tragedy took place in and around Portapique, Nova Scotia. As communities across that province deal with the aftermath of this tragedy, it’s evident that Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Nova Scotia Division has become an important resource for those needing support with […]Continue readingHelp Support Mental Health in Nova Scotia
CMHA Update on Our Services Phone and online services for people in need of mental health and addictions support. Crisis support continues to be available by phone. People in crisis are encouraged to continue to call for support. Individual and group supports are available. Referrals can still be made and intakes will still happen. In […]Continue readingCMHA Update on Our Services
CMHA celebrates National Volunteer Week 2020 This week, CMHA, Muskoka-Parry Sound joins organizations across the country in celebrating Canada’s almost 13 million volunteers during National Volunteer Week. The theme this year is It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers. It encourages all Canadians to loudly and proudly cheer for Canada’s volunteers. Volunteers play a crucial […]Continue readingNational Volunteer Week 2020
Mental Health Week – May 4-10, 2020. For more information about Mental Health Week go to mentalhealthweek.ca Click Here – Fact Sheet Click Here – Social Distancing Survival Guide Click Here – 7 Ways to #GetReal about how you feel Click Here – The inside scoop of screens and your children Click Here – Listening, […]Continue readingMental Health Week – May 4-10, 2020