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CMHA advocates for the renewal of significant federal funding for mental health services set to expire in 2027 

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) calls on federal government to renew $5 billion in mental health funding in the fall budget to prevent critical service cuts to Canadians.    As the federal government begins its annual exercise…

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CMHA advocates for the renewal of significant federal funding for mental health services set to expire in 2027 

Climate Change and Mental Health: Finding Ways to Cope 

As the summer heats up, so, too, may your distress about the climate. With the summer season comes wildfires, smoke-filled air, floods and extreme heat. For many people, concerns about climate are contributing to feelings of worry, stress, grief, and anxiety. These are not abstract concerns: we…

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Climate Change and Mental Health: Finding Ways to Cope 

The Mental Health Parity Act could close Canada’s coverage gap 

15 June 2026  The Canadian Mental Health Association supports proposed federal legislation that would bring mental health into balance with physical health.  Too often in Canada, effective mental and substance use health care is…

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The Mental Health Parity Act could close Canada’s coverage gap 

Supporting men’s mental health beyond awareness

Men have been taught to stay strong, keep emotions to themselves, and “man up” when things get tough, to the detriment of their own well-being and sometimes that of others. But behind that pressure is a growing…

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