CMHA-WECB volunteers play a crucial role in our organization and our community. Without the dedication of volunteers, many programs offered by our branch would not be possible. That’s why from April 7-13, CMHA-WECB joins organizations across the country in celebrating Canada’s 12.7 million volunteers during National Volunteer Week. Volunteering can take many forms. At CMHAs […]Continue readingCMHA celebrates National Volunteer Week
Every day, more than 3 million Ontarians provide support to loved ones facing illnesses, mental health issues, disabilities or challenges associated with aging. On April 3, CMHA-WECB joins organizations and communities across the province for Family Caregiver Day, an annual event to recognize and celebrate the value of caregivers to Ontario’s families, health care system, […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes the value of family caregivers
(Windsor, March 20, 2019) – In 2018 Windsor-Essex County First Responder organizations were awarded a Ministry of Labour grant to develop strategies to enhance and support the mental health of First Responders. Since last year representatives from each First Responder agency in this region have been working together to establish a cohesive, coordinated approach to […]Continue readingSupporters of First Responders Encouraged to Share Input
An upcoming conference could help you to build resiliency in your workplace. Registration is now open for Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division’s 2019 workplace conference, Roadmaps to Resiliency: Investing in Mental Wellness for Ontario’s Workplaces. Set for May 13-14 at the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, the two-day event will focus on […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario’s 2019 workplace conference to focus on building resiliency
From March 4-10, CMHA-WECB will recognizes the transformational work done every day by Ontario social workers. Social Work Week annually celebrates the profession and the valuable work of approximately 17,000 registered Ontario social workers. This week, we will celebrate alongside the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and our very own branch staff. This year’s […]Continue readingCMHA-WECB celebrates Social Work Week
March 1st is Zero Discrimination Day, and you can do your part to break down the barriers that discrimination creates by reflecting on how it affects people in everyday situations. CMHA-WECB is also encouraging Ontarians to recognize where everyday discrimination takes place and to take action to stop it. Discrimination is often based on misinformation or […]Continue readingCMHA takes a stand for Zero Discrimination Day
A new, free resource is now available to help Ontario businesses looking for ways to address mental health in the workplace. Mental Health Works – a national social enterprise led by Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division – has launched Mental Health in the Workplace: An Accommodation Guide for Managers and Staff to help employers […]Continue readingNew, free guide to help Ontario businesses address mental health in the workplace
On February 27, individuals and organizations across the country will come together to celebrate Pink Shirt Day, an annual anti-bullying campaign. Bullying is a major problem in our schools, workplaces, homes, and online. Pink Shirt Day aims to raise awareness of these issues, as well as raise funds to support programs that foster children’s healthy […]Continue readingCMHA supports Pink Shirt Day
As students prepare for midterms, CMHA Ontario is reminding them to keep mental health in mind with some quick stress-management tips. Those struggling with low mood or anxiety can turn to CMHA Ontario’s free skill-building program BounceBack®: Reclaim your health to learn how to deal with stress, being overwhelmed, and more. Through BounceBack, adults and […]Continue readingMidterms stressing you out? We’ve got you covered
Canadian Mental Health Association, Windsor-Essex County Branch is a proud supporter of Bell Let’s Talk. On January 30, 2019, we will join Canadians and others across the world on social media to text, talk and tweet about mental health for the 9th annual Bell Let’s Talk Day. Bell’s annual campaign encourages people to “start the conversation” […]Continue readingSupport mental health on Bell Let’s Talk Day