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Sarah Hamid-Balma of the Canadian Mental Health Association discusses how displays of kindness and compassion can make a big difference to those struggling with mental health.

Canadian musician Tori Morley joins Global News Calgary to discuss her latest EP “The Eyebrow Project”, which highlights the challenges of having ADHD. She also talks about her upcoming showcase to raise funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association on April 12.

Margaret Eaton from the Canadian Mental Health Association joins us to discuss the disruptive effects of losing one hour of sleep during the switch to daylight saving time. She explains why this change impacts health and productivity while opening up the conversation around initiatives like Sleep Country’s “Hour Back Pledge” to address the issue. She...

“That’s a real gathering place for young people and families to be able to reach out for mental health supports.” Canadian Mental Health Association executive director Marion Cooper talks about the importance of an integrated hub for mental health services.

“We can’t talk about health without talking about mental health, because our health is tied together.” We spoke with Canadian Mental Health Association CEO Marion Cooper about the state of resources in Manitoba, and how Manitoba compares to other provinces.

The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association is calling out the Liberal government for what it says is a double standard. According to the reimbursement guide for the new dental-care plan released last week, Ottawa will pay much less for a cleaning that’s done at a private hygiene clinic versus at a dentist’s office. Katherine Ward has...

It was an emotional evening for the “Harmony for Healing Spirit in the Sky” concert at Market Hall in Peterborough, Ont., on Thursday evening. Organizer Phillip Jolicoeur created the event in memory of his mother who died by suicide in 2022. Funds raised will support the Canadian Mental Health Association’s local Assertive Outreach Suicide Program....

Canada’s Health Minister announced Thursday that the federal government has delayed the expansion of medical assistance in dying (MAID) to people whose sole underlying condition is mental health until 2027. Holland said he made the decision after hearing from provinces and organizations like the Canadian Mental Health Association that more time was needed to implement...

Canada’s newest mental health hotline was launched a week ago. The 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline is helping people who are experiencing suicidal thoughts. Micah Quintin spoke with the Lethbridge chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association to see how vital this new service is.

A new musical experience aims to shine light on the challenges of mental health is hitting the stage this winter in Peterborough. Music, stories and ambience aim to draw out emotions at the inaugural “Harmony for Healing” event in February. All proceeds will help the local Canadian Mental Health Association’s assertive outreach suicide prevention program....

The Canadian Mental Health Association has linked up with City of Kawartha Lakes firefighters to help bolster the crew’s mental wellbeing. CMHA officials say it is part of a growing trend of emergency services department heads looking to better support first responders. Sam Houpt reports…

When a natural disaster hits, it’s a complex and emotionally taxing rollercoaster. “You alternate between wanting to know what’s happening and wanting to just tune out,” says Julia Payson, the executive director of Vernon, B.C.’s CMHC (Canadian Mental Health Association). Katherine Ward has more.

For a number of years, the local Canadian Mental Health Association has participated in ‘Ride Don’t Hide’, a nation-wide cycling event that raises funds and awareness for mental health. This year, CMHA HKPR has changed up the title, now calling it ‘Change the Cycle’. Funds raised will go toward the organization’s Garden Homes Project. Rob...

Global’s Eilish Bonang is joined in studio by Jennefer Davis, who lost her brother Larry to suicide last year. Since then, she’s made it her mission to get people talking about mental health through her new initiative, using her Reiki training to raise money for the Canadian Mental Health Association.

To mark the 72nd annual Mental Health Week, the Canadian Mental Health Association highlighted a slew of community events based around the theme of mental wellness. It was all to raise awareness of mental health care gaps the association has identified in the country. Sam Houpt reports…

Marking Red Dress Day; cuts proposed for Peterborough Transit; the Canadian Mental Health Association asks for Universal Mental Health Care; Skytracker weather. Noor Ibrahim has the details.

The Canadian Mental Health Association asks for Universal Mental Health Care; marking Red Dress Day; cuts proposed for Peterborough Transit; the OHL’s Peterborough Petes look to break their series tie; Skytracker weather. Noor Ibrahim has the details.

A new survey conducted by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) found 87 per cent of people living in Canada want universal mental health care. Data suggests that out of the 35 per cent of Canadians who said they had a mental health concern in the past year, one-third did not seek help. Katherine Ward...

Director of advocacy with the Canadian Mental Health Association of Saskatchewan Rebecca Rackow discussed on Wednesday the barriers that small communities face when accessing mental health support. Rackow recommended the community take the time to listen to each other, saying “the sooner the members of the community talk, the better.”

As violent incidents increase on transit across the country, a national association is calling on the federal and provincial governments to act on its recommendations. The Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) says all parts of the country need more police and better mental health supports. Sarah Komadina reports.