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After the Holidays: Making Space for Rest, Recovery, and Mental Health

January doesn’t have to mean rushing forward. Rest, recovery, and care still matter.

Halloween and Mental Illness Stigma: Choosing Costumes That Don’t Haunt Others

Halloween invites imagination, fun, and self-expression.

But it’s worth pausing to consider whether our costumes might unintentionally reinforce harmful stereotypes – especially about people living with mental illness.

Suicide Awareness and Prevention: A Community Responsibility

Every year in Canada, thousands of lives are lost to suicide. In 2022 alone, nearly 4,850 people died by suicide – an average of 13 lives every single day. During Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month this September, we are reminded that behind each of these numbers is a story, a family, and a community forever changed.

Federal Election Communication 

Mental Health Can’t Wait: What does the Federal Election Mean for Our Community? CMHA NWV calls for urgent action on mental health equity following the federal election results.

Mental Health Week: Unmasking the truth about mental health

Mental Health Week is here, and this year’s theme, “Unmasking,” invites us to reflect on how we show up in the world and what […]

Breaking the Silence: Understanding and Supporting Those Affected by Eating Disorders 

Eating disorders are mental health conditions at their core. They are often rooted in feelings of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or trauma. Many individuals with eating disorders experience overwhelming negative emotions about themselves, and food or body image becomes a way to cope or regain control. However, this can create a harmful cycle that exacerbates both physical and emotional distress. 

Blue Monday: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Coined as “Blue Monday,” the third Monday of January—this year, January 20, 2025—has gained notoriety as the “most depressing day of the year.” 

But what exactly is Blue Monday? And how might it connect to mental health or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?

Navigating Mental Health During the Holiday Season: Tips and Resources

The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy and celebration, but for many, it can also bring up complex emotions, stress, and even grief.