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West Fraser Donates $450,000 to Support CMHA’s Resilient Minds® Program and Rural Mental Health
West Fraser Donates $450,000 to Support CMHA’s Resilient Minds® Program and Rural Mental Health
Jul 16, 2024

TORONTO, July 16, 2024 – Today, the Canadian Mental Health Association is pleased to announce an initial $450,000 contribution from West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (“West Fraser”), a leading Canadian manufacturer of renewable wood…

Despite almost all (92%) Canadians claiming to be compassionate, only 38% took action in the past year to alleviate hardship 
Despite almost all (92%) Canadians claiming to be compassionate, only 38% took action in the past year to alleviate hardship 
May 6, 2024

CMHA releases new data on compassion for Mental Health Week  Toronto, (ON), May 6, 2024 – Canadians are often recognized globally for their compassion and kindness; however, new data may…

Sleep Country sheds light on the impact of Daylight Saving Time on sleep and mental health during Sleep Awareness Month
Sleep Country sheds light on the impact of Daylight Saving Time on sleep and mental health during Sleep Awareness Month
Mar 4, 2024

Sleep Country Canada launches the “Hour Back Pledge” and supports Canadian Mental Health Association to inspire Canadians to regulate their sleep habits during Daylight Saving Time. TORONTO, March 4, 2024 –…

2,000 push-ups in 23 days: Are you up for the Challenge, Canada?
2,000 push-ups in 23 days: Are you up for the Challenge, Canada?
Jan 23, 2024

The Push-Up Challenge and Canadian Mental Health Association rally the support of Canadians in their push for better mental health this February. (TORONTO, ON) – January 2024 – This February,…

CMHA welcomes the creation of 9-8-8, the three-digit suicide prevention line
CMHA welcomes the creation of 9-8-8, the three-digit suicide prevention line
Nov 30, 2023

Ten CMHAs join network of service providers for the national crisis line Toronto, ON (November 30, 2023) – Beginning today, people anywhere in Canada can call and text 9-8-8 if…

Resilient Minds™ Collaborates with Public Health Agency of Canada to Support Indigenous Fire Fighters and Francophone Communities
Resilient Minds™ Collaborates with Public Health Agency of Canada to Support Indigenous Fire Fighters and Francophone Communities
Oct 24, 2023

Vancouver, BC – Resilient Minds™, a program of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), is delighted to announce its significant partnership with the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) to…

Green Fischer Family Trust donates $1 million to support mental health care across Canada 
Green Fischer Family Trust donates $1 million to support mental health care across Canada 
Oct 10, 2023

The gift will fund the expansion of CMHA’s Recovery Colleges programming For immediate release (TORONTO, ON) – October 10, 2023 – In recognition of World Mental Health Day (October 10,…

Statement on the release of the Senate Committee report on the Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention
Statement on the release of the Senate Committee report on the Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention
Jul 26, 2023

The Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology released a report on June 8, 2023, of recommendations regarding the Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention and its evaluation, entitled…