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Westshore and Sooke community working to develop an integrated suicide prevention strategy

Westshore and Sooke communities affected by suicide loss are working together to design and implement a comprehensive community action plan focused on mental health and suicide prevention. A diverse group of municipal, provincial, community-sector, first responder, education, elected and railway infrastructure leaders have been meeting on a regular basis to plan, coordinate, and mobilize resources […]Continue readingWestshore and Sooke community working to develop an integrated suicide prevention strategy

CMHA Prince George Branch has changed its name to CMHA of Northern BC

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Prince George Branch has undergone a name change to CMHA of Northern British Columbia to more accurately reflect the geographic region it serves and the reach of its mental health services available to Northern British Columbians. CMHA of Northern BC operates a range of free services and programs which […]Continue readingCMHA Prince George Branch has changed its name to CMHA of Northern BC

Cowichan Valley Branch of CMHA placed in probationary status; focus on improving transparency and service delivery

VANCOUVER (B.C.) May 15, 2020 – In response to an independent investigation into its Cowichan Valley Branch, the BC Division of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA BC) is putting the Branch into probationary status and will oversee a plan aimed at improving accountability, transparency and service delivery. “Our ongoing priority is to ensure that […]Continue readingCowichan Valley Branch of CMHA placed in probationary status; focus on improving transparency and service delivery

British Columbians feel anxious and crave real connection, but say they’re doing “fine”

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For Mental Health Week, the Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division promotes social connection to protect mental health in these difficult times VANCOUVER (B.C.) – Most British Columbians 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) in partnership […]Continue readingBritish Columbians feel anxious and crave real connection, but say they’re doing “fine”

CMHA BC Division launched new mental health assessment tool

British Columbians are encouraged to check in and monitor their mental health during COVID-19 VANCOUVER, BC – The Canadian Mental Health Association BC Division (CMHA BC), with support from the Province of BC, has today enhanced its suite of online tools by launching a new resource designed to help youth and adults throughout British Columbia […]Continue readingCMHA BC Division launched new mental health assessment tool

New mental health resource launched to support frontline health workers

The online resource hub has been developed by the Canadian Mental Health Association and SafeCare BC to provide support to frontline care workers during COVID-19 VANCOUVER, BC – : The Canadian Mental Health Association BC Division (CMHA BC), SafeCare BC and the Province of BC have today launched an online education resource designed to protect […]Continue readingNew mental health resource launched to support frontline health workers

Budget 2020: Transforming mental health and addictions care will need bold investment

The announcement of continued investments in poverty reduction, supported housing, and child care in Budget 2020 is important in the Province’s efforts to increase equitable access to everyone’s best possible mental health, says the Province’s largest mental health non-profit, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). Jonny Morris, Chief Executive of CMHA’s BC Division, said: “Income […]Continue readingBudget 2020: Transforming mental health and addictions care will need bold investment

CMHA calls for more equitable access to services for people with mental health and substance use-related disabilities

CMHA BC releases new report offering 12 recommendations to achieve fair and equal public services for all British Columbians. The Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division (CMHA BC) has published a new report on the social determinants of mental health and examines the ways that crucial BC services like social housing, social assistance and employment […]Continue readingCMHA calls for more equitable access to services for people with mental health and substance use-related disabilities

CMHA to host a series of Community Talks on coping with disaster stress

Canadian Mental Health Association encourages resiliency skills building to cope with stress caused by natural disasters. With British Columbia bracing itself for what could be another intense wildfire season, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) will be hosting a series of free community talks aimed at helping people build resilience and find ways to safeguard […]Continue readingCMHA to host a series of Community Talks on coping with disaster stress

CMHA BC welcomes government’s shift to focus on prevention and early intervention

BC’s leading mental health non-profit responds to the release of A Pathway to Hope, the Province of BC’s mental health, substance use and addictions 10-year plan “A Pathway to Hope is a great start at the changes we need to see in BC’s mental health, substance use and addictions care,” said Jonny Morris, CEO of […]Continue readingCMHA BC welcomes government’s shift to focus on prevention and early intervention