The partnership emphasizes the healing benefits of compassion and its ability to connect us all. The post Nanalan’ partners with CMHA for Mental Health Week to highlight the power of compassion appeared first on CMHA National ..read more

Bipolar disorder, affecting approximately 60 million people worldwide, is a mental illness characterized by mood fluctuations. Those living with bipolar disorder experience episodes of depression and episodes of mania. An episode of depression in bipolar disorder shares similarities with other types of depression, whereas mania or hypomania is an unusually high mood for the person. World Bipolar Day, recognized annually on March 30, aims to raise international awareness about bipolar disorder, eliminate social stigma and discrimination, and encourage understanding about what bipolar is and isn ..read more

Over the past several years, there has been a notable shift in awareness and acknowledgment of the significance of mental health in the workplace. Employers recognize that prioritizing mental health and creating a psychologically safe workplace is not just a matter of compassion; it’s a strategic investment in creating healthier, more productive, and sustainable work environments.  The majority of Canadians work between 35-45 hours per week, equating to roughly one-third of their lives spent on the jobi. With such a significant period of time spent at work, it’s essential to recognize the ..read more

This month, we challenged you to join us in pushing for better mental health by participating in The Push-Up Challenge – a new-to-Canada initiative aimed at raising awareness and funds for mental health. It was a big ask: complete 2,000 push-ups (or an alternative exercise) over 23 days. Little did we expect to see such an overwhelmingly positive turnout. Nearly 50,000 of you registered for the challenge with enthusiasm and commitment, completing over 44 million push-ups! Over the course of 23 days, you shared your progress, personal stories of mental health struggles and resilience, and posit ..read more

This year’s theme, “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build,” is a celebration of the rich contributions and accomplishments of Black people in Canada, both past and present. It encourages us not only to honour the history but to aspire towards embracing new opportunities for the future. In 2021, Canada’s Black population stood at 1.5 million, constituting 4.3% of the total population and 16.1% of the racialized population. With projections from Statistics Canada pointing towards a continued growth trajectory, anticipating a Black population o ..read more

If you’ve been finding yourself feeling down this winter, you’re not alone. January and February have reputations for being some of the least favorable months when it comes to mental health. When the excitement of the festive season passes, and holiday bills begin to arrive, many individuals in Canada may experience what’s called the Winter Blues. But for some people, it’s much more than that.   Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that significantly affects thoughts, mood, and behavior, and is characterized by a recurrent seasonal pattern1. Most often occurring ..read more

The Push-Up Challenge and Canadian Mental Health Association rally the support of Canadians in their push for better mental health this February. (TORONTO, ON) – January 2024 – This February, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is encouraging Canadians to push for better mental health by participating in fitness-based mental health initiative, The Push-Up Challenge. The February event has participants taking on 2,000 push-ups to represent the 20% of Canadians who will suffer from mental illness in any given year. The event begins on February 1st and runs for 23 days. Canadians from a ..read more

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As first responders continue to navigate the complexities of their demanding roles, the importance of mental resilience becomes increasingly evident. The Resilient Minds® program, a peer-led initiative by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), exemplifies the power of proactive mental health care. Launched in 2016 and originally designed for fire fighters by fire fighters, it has now been adapted to embrace a broader range of first responders, including Indigenous First Responders and Francophone fire fighters. This adaptation not only recognizes the universal need for mental fortitude ..read more

It’s officially the holidays. The time of year that provides the opportunity to connect with family and friends (both near and far), and our communities. It’s the time of year that celebrates showing up for others and the importance of connecting with those who matter most. But as it goes every year, with the hustle and bustle of planning, travelling, cooking and everything in between, it’s easy to lose sight of the true gift the holidays bring: the magic of connection.    The holidays are also a time when we can prioritize reconnecting with ourselves and recharging our own batt ..read more