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
Interested in pursuing French-language post-secondary studies in Ontario? Well, there’s even more reason to apply to Collège Boréal for next school year. The college has partnered with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division to launch a unique fundraising initiative that reminds students about the importance of positive mental health on campus and throughout […]Continue readingCollège Boréal and CMHA Ontario team up in support of mental health
On November 22, CMHA-WECB joins communities and organizations across the country to mark National Housing Day and recognize the challenges faced by many people in finding a place to call home. National Housing Day calls on the need for safe and affordable housing for all Canadians. Across the country, 1.7 million people are in need […]Continue readingNational Housing Day recognizes the importance of safe and affordable housing
(Toronto, Oct. 22, 2018) – Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario applauds the provincial government for its decision to maintain an essential health care service for individuals living with substance use and addictions issues related to opioids or other substances. CMHA Ontario is supportive of the consumption and treatment services model, particularly the move to […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario welcomes government’s enhanced approach to treatment services
On Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018, CMHA-WECB will join international mental health organizations to celebrate World Mental Health Day. World Mental Health Day is supported by the World Health Organization as an important way to raise awareness and advocate for better care for those with mental health issues worldwide. The theme this year is Young People […]Continue readingWorld Mental Health Day recognizes the mental health of young people
Housing with supports is key to recovery for many people living with mental health or addictions issues. This is one of the main messages that CMHA-WECB is sharing with the community to mark World Homeless Day this October 10. Evidence indicates that having a place to call home means a better quality of life and […]Continue readingWorld Homeless Day highlights the importance of supportive housing
The first week of October brings with it the reminder that millions of Canadians live with mental illnesses every day. October 1-7 is Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW), an annual national public education campaign coordinated by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health (CAMIMH). CAMIMH’s mandate is to ensure that mental illness and […]Continue readingCMHA-WECB commemorates Mental Illness Awareness Week
As students and parents prepare for back-to school-season, CMHA-WECB is reminding people to keep mental health in mind during the transition. While a new school year can be exciting, it can also cause stress and anxiety. CMHA suggests maintaining positive mental health during this seasonal shift with the following strategies: Take care of your body. […]Continue readingBack to school mental health tips