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CMHA congratulates the Liberal Party of Canada on its election victory and urges parties to find common ground on mental health 
CMHA congratulates the Liberal Party of Canada on its election victory and urges parties to find common ground on mental health 
Apr 29, 2025

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) extends our congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party of Canada on their electoral victory. As a leading voice in mental…

Stigma remains a barrier to mental health care with 60% of people not seeking help for fear of being labelled
Stigma remains a barrier to mental health care with 60% of people not seeking help for fear of being labelled
Apr 22, 2025

This Mental Health Week, CMHA is “Unmasking Mental Health” to break down barriers, challenge stigma and support open conversations Toronto, (ON), April 22, 2025 – Despite growing awareness around mental…

CMHA National statement regarding federal guidance to provinces and territories on the Canada Health Act 
CMHA National statement regarding federal guidance to provinces and territories on the Canada Health Act 
Feb 18, 2025

On January 10, Federal Minister of Health, The Honourable Mark Holland, issued a letter of interpretation on the Canada Health Act to the provinces and territories with new guidance and…

Olympic medalist Skylar Park will be pushing for better mental health during the Canadian Mental Health Association’s 2025 Push-Up Challenge
Olympic medalist Skylar Park will be pushing for better mental health during the Canadian Mental Health Association’s 2025 Push-Up Challenge
Feb 6, 2025

Together they are encouraging Canadians to do 2,000 push-ups in 18 days to promote mental fitness and raise funds TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2025 – Skylar Park, two-time Canadian Olympic taekwondo bronze medalist…

CMHA National announces coming leadership transition
CMHA National announces coming leadership transition
Jan 28, 2025

TORONTO, January 28, 2025—The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) today announced that, after five years of dedicated service, Margaret Eaton plans to step down as Chief Executive Officer of CMHA…

CMHA analysis reveals 2023 bilateral investments in mental health care are half of what the federal government claims 
CMHA analysis reveals 2023 bilateral investments in mental health care are half of what the federal government claims 
Oct 21, 2024

Toronto, ON (October 21, 2024) — Last year the federal government committed $25 billion in new health funding for provinces and territories through bilaterally negotiated agreements. The government says that, on average,…

Canadian Mental Health Association, National, Launches New Workplace Program for Managers on World Mental Health Day
Canadian Mental Health Association, National, Launches New Workplace Program for Managers on World Mental Health Day
Oct 10, 2024

The enhanced program from Not Myself Today helps managers create psychologically healthy and safe work environments by improving mental health awareness and literacy within organizations  Toronto, ON (October 10, 2024)…

Carlton Cards Pledges Continuing Support for Mental Health
Carlton Cards Pledges Continuing Support for Mental Health
Sep 24, 2024

Carlton Cards proudly announces its ongoing commitment to the Canadian Mental Health Association through its annual ‘Support Mental Health’ campaign from October 1-31. In partnership with their valued national retailers,…