Toronto (Ontario), October 15, 2020 – Frank van Nie, President of the CMHA Toronto Board of Directors, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Anhorn to the position of CEO, CMHA Toronto, effective November 16, 2020. “Michael is a passionate and innovative leader with an impressive profile that includes more than 20 years of […]Continue readingThe Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Toronto Branch announces Michael Anhorn as new CEO
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Toronto joins CMHA Ontario and partners in mental health and addictions in their following statement: Toronto, October 6, 2020: Everything is not all right, warned Ontario’s leading mental health and addiction organizations including, Addictions and Mental Health Ontario, Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division, the Centre for Addiction and […]Continue readingGovernment of Ontario COVID-19 recovery must address mental health and addiction crisis warn experts
BounceBack can help. For those struggling with low mood, worry, stress, or mild to moderate depression or anxiety, you can look to the Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA’s) free skill-building program BounceBack®: Reclaim your health. Through one-on-one telephone coaching and online videos offered in multiple languages, adults and youth 15+ learn skills to help manage […]Continue readingFeeling low? Stressed? Anxious?
On October 10, CMHA Toronto will join international mental health organizations to celebrate World Mental Health Day. World Mental Health Day is supported by the World Health Organization as an important way to raise awareness and advocate for better care for those with mental health issues worldwide. The theme this year is Mental Health for […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Mental Health Day 2020
Housing with supports is key to recovery for many people living with mental health or addictions issues. This is one of the main messages that CMHA Toronto is sharing with the community to mark World Homeless Day this October 10. Evidence indicates that having a place to call home means a better quality of life […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Homeless Day 2020
CMHA Toronto joins individuals and organizations across the country to celebrate National Seniors Day today. National Seniors Day is an important time to celebrate the valuable contributions older adults make in communities across Ontario and reflect on the way they are supported. CMHA Toronto is dedicated to supporting the well-being of all people throughout their […]Continue readingCMHA Toronto Celebrates National Seniors Day 2020
Many people living with mental health and addictions issues are caught in a cycle of homelessness, police encounters, court hearings, hospital stays, and incarceration. This cycle results in significant public costs for jails, policing, hospital use, shelters, and other services. A new approach to supportive housing will reduce many of these costs, and will also […]Continue readingEvaluation of housing and support needs for people with mental health and addiction challenges who are involved with the justice system
CMHA joins the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) in inviting all individuals and communities to find a way to recognize and support World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) on September 10th. It can be as simple as sending a message to those who are in despair, those who are grieving, and those who are supporting […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day 2020
September is Recovery Month and CMHA Toronto joins organizations around the world in recognizing this important event. According to Addictions & Mental Health Ontario (AMHO), 22 per cent of Canadians will be affected by addiction in their lifetime. Recovery Month gives them the opportunity to share stories, talk about treatment options, and reduce the stigma […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Recovery Month 2020
As students and parents prepare for back-to school-season amid a global pandemic, CMHA Toronto is reminding everyone to keep mental health in mind during these unprecedented times. Students and parents are facing new challenges this school year due to COVID-19. Whether students take classes online or in class, the pressures remain the same. CMHA suggests […]Continue readingBack to school during COVID-19: Mental health tips for youth and parents