It has been brought to our attention that members of the public have been receiving solicitation calls claiming to be from the Canadian Mental Health Association in British Columbia and asking for donations. Whilst occasionally we do reach out to people in our donor database by phone, we do not make unsolicited calls asking for […]Continue readingBe aware of scammers falsely claiming to be from the Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division
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Painting away stress: How a weekly online watercolour group is supporting people’s mental health during the Covid-19 crisis
We think its safe to say that everyone is feeling some level of distress and anxiousness because of the Covid-19 pandemic and the way it has disrupted our lives. This is a perfectly normal and expected reaction. However, as the pandemic drags on the prolonged stress and anxiety can have detrimental effects on mental health, […]Continue readingPainting away stress: How a weekly online watercolour group is supporting people’s mental health during the Covid-19 crisis
100 Women Rallying for Mental Health
The Support of 100 Women All of us at CMHA often feel alone or like we’re fighting an uphill battle to get mental health and addictions support on the agenda. Today, we feel like we have 100 women in our community rallying around us and creating new momentum. This spring, CMHA learned we were going to […]Continue reading100 Women Rallying for Mental Health
Canadians are anxious and crave real connection, but say they’re doing “fine”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For Mental Health Week, the Canadian Mental Health Association promotes social connection to protect mental health in these difficult times TORONTO (ONTARIO) May 4, 2020 – Most Canadians rely on shortcuts to describe their emotional state—even during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to new data released today by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) […]Continue readingCanadians are anxious and crave real connection, but say they’re doing “fine”
Providing Support from Far and Wide
Professional dancer and yoga instructor Jenn Edwards (who also happens to be the daughter of our Volunteer Coordinator, MJ Moore) is offering support to the North Shore community by providing free yoga classes through Zoom all the way from St. John’s, Newfoundland where she is sheltering in place with her partner in his family home. […]Continue readingProviding Support from Far and Wide
CMHA proud to stand with British Columbians in facing COVID-19
Vancouver, April 9, 2020 – Fear is contagious – but so are caring and support. In this spirit of resilience, the Canadian Mental Health Association across BC is proud to offer expanded supports during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis with generous funding announced today from the Province of B.C. Peer support, BounceBack* coaching, community counselling and […]Continue readingCMHA proud to stand with British Columbians in facing COVID-19
Keeping You Connected: Now Offering Services Online
Dear friends, With yours, our own, and the wider community’s health and safety being paramount, we have moved our counselling and peer navigation services online for the foreseeable future. Here is what you need to know about the changes we have made to our services and how you can access support online. Counselling Understandably, some […]Continue readingKeeping You Connected: Now Offering Services Online
Feeling bored at home?
Here are some entertainment options for the self-isolated and physical-distancers recommended by CMHA staff TV Shows Julia Kaisla (Executive Director) – Julia’s favourite show right now is the Netflix series On My Block which she watches with her 11-year-old. She aspires to be as cool as Abuelita one day. Karen Hoshino (Peer Navigator) – Karen’s […]Continue readingFeeling bored at home?
Run Like a Girl
Support Steps on June 6, 2020: Be Fearless Trail Marathon/Half/11k The Be Fearless trail run supports and raises awareness for our own Steps Youth Program. $5 from each of the participant’s registration fees will be donated to the Steps Program so we can continue to support youth mental health with nature-based recreation and facilitate discussion […]Continue readingRun Like a Girl
Important Information about COVID19 Closures at CMHA
A Message from our Executive Director Hi everyone, Please have no doubt that our organization will not abandon you during this time of isolation and worry. We are here for you and we hope we always will be. But the way we connect with you will have to change – temporarily. Whereas you once […]Continue readingImportant Information about COVID19 Closures at CMHA