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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

CMHA BC statement on the increase in illicit drug toxicity deaths in BC

CMHA BC offers heartfelt condolences to the families, loved ones and communities of the 1,716 people who tragically lost their lives in 2020 as a result of illicit drug use in British Columbia. The BC Coroner’s report, released yesterday, details illicit drug toxicity deaths in BC over the last ten years and highlights the devastating […]Continue readingCMHA BC statement on the increase in illicit drug toxicity deaths in BC

More help on the way for people with substance use challenges

People seeking help for substance use challenges will soon have access to more treatment and recovery options as 100 new beds are added across the province. BC’s Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions today announced $13 million in funding for not-for-profit and private recovery and treatment service providers to provide safe living environments where people […]Continue readingMore help on the way for people with substance use challenges

Request for Proposal: Anti-Racism Training

The Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division (CMHA BC) invites proposals from experienced anti-racism facilitators to provide anti-racism training at our offices in Vancouver and Victoria. CMHA BC works with a wide variety of stakeholders, including but not limited to general public, government, CMHA federation, CMHA branches, other advocacy agencies and community partners. Goals for […]Continue readingRequest for Proposal: Anti-Racism Training

Job Posting: Workplace Programs Coordinator

CMHA BC is looking for a full-time coordinator to assist the Workplace Programs Manager in the areas of program support including research and content development, along with evaluation and quality improvement. This position also provides support to workplace education program trainers. Please see the job description for details. Apply by February 6.Continue readingJob Posting: Workplace Programs Coordinator

Job Posting: Special Projects and Engagement Coordinator, BounceBack

CMHA BC has an opening for a Special Projects and Engagement Coordinator, BounceBack® role. Reporting to the National Manager, you will provide overall coordination for special projects and stakeholder and community engagement of the evidence-based flagship initiative, BounceBack®: Reclaim Your Health. This intervention is delivered by community coaches who support participants to use cognitive-behavioural-therapy (CBT)-based […]Continue readingJob Posting: Special Projects and Engagement Coordinator, BounceBack

Move to improve your mental health

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This article was written for ParticipACTION’s Move for your Mood campaign. Visit their website for more about the campaign. Before we talk about how to improve your mental health, let’s make sure we agree on what we’re talking about. At the Canadian Mental Health Association, we notice that people use the terms “mental health” and “mental illness” […]Continue readingMove to improve your mental health

Job Posting: Program Manager, Confident Parents: Thriving Kids – Behaviour Program

CMHA BC is looking for an experienced program manager to take on this strategic leadership position providing overall management of the protocol driven, evidence based Confident Parents: Thriving Kids – Behaviour Program. The Program Manager ensures that the program is successfully meeting its mandate, while overseeing staff, operations and future program growth, while fostering relationships […]Continue readingJob Posting: Program Manager, Confident Parents: Thriving Kids – Behaviour Program

Job Posting: National Manager, BounceBack (Maternity Leave)

CMHA BC is looking for an energetic, creative and innovative individual to fill our National Manager, Bounce Back role during a maternity leave with an anticipated end date of November 15, 2021. In this position, you will provide overall management of the evidence-based flagship initiative, BounceBack®: Reclaim Your Health, including quality assurance and improved access […]Continue readingJob Posting: National Manager, BounceBack (Maternity Leave)