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
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”
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
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
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 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
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
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
Canadian Mental Health Association BC Division’s new CEO presented yesterday to the BC Legislature’s Special Committee to Review the Police Complaint Process. Jonny Morris used his submission to highlight the recently released BC Coroners Service Death Review Panel Report “Opportunities for Different Outcomes” which looked at deaths among people with recent police encounters. The report […]Continue readingCMHA BC head speaks out on policing and mental health
The Board of Directors of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), BC Division is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Morris as the Division’s new CEO. Jonathan Morris brings over twenty years’ experience in community-based mental health and addictions services, policy and advocacy. As well as a decade of experience with CMHA, Morris brings […]Continue readingNew head of BC’s mental health non-profit sees open window of opportunity