Mental illness is not a crime. The Canadian Mental Health Association (“CMHA”) is deeply concerned by the recent deaths of individuals experiencing a mental health crisis across Canada stemming from interactions with the police. Each of these deaths is an unacceptable tragedy. We extend our condolences to the families, loved ones, and communities mourning these […]Continue readingCMHA Policy Statement
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2020 Annual General Meeting Postponement
CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg wishes to update its members on the impact of the continuing COVID-19 situation and corresponding restrictions on its Annual General Meeting. Due to the Pandemic, CMHA is unable to proceed with its planned June 2020 AGM. At the June 2, 2020 Board of Directors meeting, a motion was made and carried […]Continue reading2020 Annual General Meeting Postponement
Virtual Ride Don’t Hide – 2020
Ride Don’t Hide is the largest mental health fundraising bike ride in Canada! Ride Don’t Hide funds essential mental health programs brought to you by CMHA. These are programs that keep people out of crisis and programs that keep people well. This year we’ve added an additional element entitled Spirit Week – a six day […]Continue readingVirtual Ride Don’t Hide – 2020
Manitobans feel anxious and crave real connection, but say they’re doing “fine” – May 4, 2020
Welcome to Mental Health Week 2020 Click here to view this year’s press release Each day this week, CMHA will be posting Mental Health Week Social Media ActivitiesContinue readingManitobans feel anxious and crave real connection, but say they’re doing “fine” – May 4, 2020
CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg Response to COVID-19
CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg is responding to COVID-19 in a number of ways. This is an evolving, day-by-day process. For information on service delivery adaptations, course and workshop postponements and cancellations, and managing stress and anxiety during these trying times, visit our COVID-19 resource page.Continue readingCMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg Response to COVID-19
Tips for Managing Stress during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Stress and anxiety are natural reactions to uncertain and challenging experiences. Here are some tips to manage your stress during the COVID-19 pandemic: 1. Be Gentle with Yourself Remind yourself that your stress and anxiety are normal reactions and that there are some things happening beyond your control. Explore self-management strategies like mindfulness, yoga, creative […]Continue readingTips for Managing Stress during the COVID-19 Pandemic
CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg’s Adapted Service Delivery Due to COVID-19
IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE In an effort to safeguard the health and safety of CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg (CMHA) participants, staff, volunteers and the general public CMHA has made the decision to temporarily adapt or suspend the following services: Effective Wednesday, March 18, 2020 All courses and training sessions at the CMHA Well-being […]Continue readingCMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg’s Adapted Service Delivery Due to COVID-19
CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg’s Prevention and Preparedness Response to COVID-19
March 17, 2020 – Winnipeg Release As the world responds to the current COVID-19 Pandemic, CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg has established an ongoing information review and decision-making process, to ensure the latest directives and recommendations from Public Health Agency of Canada, Manitoba Health, and Shared Health are implemented. Our clear mandate is to protect the […]Continue readingCMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg’s Prevention and Preparedness Response to COVID-19
Launch of CMHA Carry It Toolkit
Ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) on August 31, 2019, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has launched the “Carry It Toolkit” an opioid overdose education campaign aimed at Canadian post-secondary students. The resources support educational institutions across Canada in preventing and responding to an opioid overdose on campus. The opioid crisis in Canada […]Continue readingLaunch of CMHA Carry It Toolkit
Harmful Words About Violence and Mental Illness
CMHA Statement – Harmful Words About Mental IllnessContinue readingHarmful Words About Violence and Mental Illness