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Improving the mental health of energy sector workers
Dec 15th, 2022Energy sector workers face some unique, and some not-so-unique, challenges to mental health and well-being, particularly those who fly in and out of remote locations, including Alberta’s oilsands. Research indicates…
No more going it alone: Entrepreneurs and mental health
Dec 7th, 2022Entrepreneurs. They might just be the backbone of our economy. We think of them as visionaries. As tireless innovators. And research suggests they may actually be tired after all. Quite…
How to support men’s mental health
Nov 29th, 2022It’s November, and the mustaches are out in their full glory in support of Movember, an initiative that aims to shine a light on men’s health. One of the great…
CMHA testimony before FEWO: young women and girls mental health study
Oct 25th, 2022The Canadian Mental Health Association is the most established, extensive community mental health organization in Canada, providing advocacy, programs and resources that prevent mental health problems and illnesses, and support…
How one company is embedding mental health into its workplace culture
Oct 18th, 2022For over 177 years, Freybe Gourmet Foods has been producing handcrafted, European-style meats focused on great flavours and quality ingredients. The Vancouver-based company has been family-owned and operated for six…
How to Foster a Healthy Workplace
Oct 14th, 2022October is Healthy Workplace Month across Canada – an initiative that encourages employers to promote healthy workplace practices throughout the year. A healthy workplace is one that cares about the…
Open letter to the federal government: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Sep 30th, 2022The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) stands firm in supporting the self-determination of Indigenous people and the implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.
How the 988 phone number could have saved Colin
Sep 20th, 2022Last year, at 40 years old, Colin lost his life. He died by suicide. It didn’t have to go that way.
CMHA applauds the federal commitment to a three-digit number for suicide prevention and mental health crisis
Sep 15th, 2022A national 988 number will improve access to critical crisis supports. Equal attention must be paid to ensuring Canadians have the mental health and substance use health care they need.