The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is highlighting Mental Health Week by warning that millions of Canadians are experiencing loneliness despite widespread digital connections. “Connecting with each other is an antidote to loneliness, and it protects our mental health. But how we connect matters,” said CMHA President and Lead Executive Officer Marion Cooper. The organization said … Read more
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) released new polling showing that 81 per cent of Canadians support renewing federal funding for mental health and addictions services, with $5 billion set to expire next year. The Pollara survey also found strong backing for publicly funded care, with most respondents opposing out-of-pocket payments. “As the cost of … Read more
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) says more than 70,000 Canadians are taking part in the Push-Up Challenge this February, committing to 2,000 push-ups over 23 days to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma while raising funds for community programs. “The Push-Up Challenge is about so much more than physical exercise — it’s a … Read more
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) welcomed the federal government’s attention to affordable housing in Budget 2025, recognizing that safe, stable housing is one of the most powerful determinants of good mental health and a key response to addressing the needs of unhoused Canadians. “As a significant provider of supportive and transitional housing for people … Read more
On Aug. 31, the Canadian Mental Health Association will mark International Overdose Awareness Day. This year’s theme—One big family, driven by hope—is a powerful reminder not to divide people into “us” and “them” based one who uses drugs and who doesn’t. We’re bound by our common humanity; we have a responsibility to care for one … Read more
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) extends our congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) and the Liberal Party of Canada on their electoral victory. CMHA calls on the new government to take immediate action so that all people in Canada have access to free, on-demand mental health and substance use health services. This … Read more
In a press release dated Feb. 18, 2025, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) responded to Health Minister Mark Holland’s (Ajax, Ont.) Jan. 10 letter interpreting the Canada Health Act. The letter directs provinces and territories to end extra-billing for medically necessary services and recognizes that many such services are now provided by nurse practitioners, midwives … Read more
The Canadian Mental Health Association released findings from their report, The State of Mental Health in Canada 2024, which showed that “no jurisdiction in Canada is spending enough on mental health, in part because they’re not obliged to. Provinces and territories are spending an average of 6.3 per cent of their overall health budgets on mental health, which … Read more
In recognition of World Mental Health Day, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is pleased to introduce a new, enhanced program from Not Myself Today®: an interactive e-Learning series for managers. The program is designed to equip managers with the tools and knowledge necessary to foster a supportive workplace culture that prioritizes mental health and well-being. … Read more
In recognition of World Mental Health Day today, the Green Fischer Family Trust announces a $1 million donation to the Canadian Mental Health Association to support their national Recovery Colleges program. “Living with depression has long shaped—but not defined—my life. I can’t think of anything more meaningful than to redeploy my family’s good fortune in support … Read more
