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A patchwork of the inclusive 2SLGBTQIA+ flag, a mural that is proudly displayed at the CMHA Ottawa offices in Vanier.

Un patchwork du drapeau inclusif 2SLGBTQIA+, une murale qui est fièrement exposée dans les bureaux de l'ACSM à Ottawa, dans le quartier Vanier.
A painting of a young Black woman's face, surrounded by sunshine, swirls of purple, pink and other colours, a Black man's face in the background; a mural that is proudly displayed at the CMHA Ottawa offices in Vanier.

Une peinture représentant le visage d'une jeune femme noire, entourée de soleil, de tourbillons de violet, de rose et d'autres couleurs, le visage d'un homme noir à l'arrière-plan ; une murale qui est fièrement exposée dans les bureaux de l'ACSM à Ottawa, dans le quartier de Vanier.
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Mental health for all.

The Ottawa branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA Ottawa) is dedicated to promoting good mental health, developing and implementing sustainable support systems and services, and encouraging public action to strengthen community mental health services and related policies and legislation.

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Crisis Lines and Mental Health Resources

CMHA Ottawa does not offer crisis services. If you are experiencing a mental health, addictions or substance use medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department. If you’re experiencing a non-emergency crisis or distress in the Ottawa area, or you are looking for access to mental health care, check out these listings.

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Learning Centre

We have worked diligently to curate a comprehensive lineup of training modules designed to meet the evolving needs of our clients, partners and all the community. Whether you prefer the convenience of online training or the engaging experience of in-person sessions, we offer both options to cater to your preferences.

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What’s New?

Bringing the peer perspective to the Board of Directors

Nov 5th, 2024

CMHA Ottawa’s new Vice Chair of the Board advocates for life-saving services—based on her own lived experience A familiar face Lynne Vail was unwell and under extreme stress. She had…

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Vice Chair of CMHA Ottawa Board of Directors attends Senate roundtable on mental health

Oct 23rd, 2024

Above, from left: Lynne Vail, Vice Chair, CMHA Ottawa; Senator Sharon Burey; Margaret Eaton, CEO, CMHA National; Sarah Kennell, Director, Public Policy, CMHA National. Long-standing peer advocate Lynne Vail shares…

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Spooky Halloween Pizza Party for CMHA Ottawa Clients featured Enchanted Booth photo station

Oct 11th, 2024

Happy Halloween from CMHA Ottawa!   At our recent Spooky Halloween Pizza Party, our friends at Enchanted Booth were there to make it extra special and help us capture some memories….

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CMHA Ottawa recognizes World Mental Health Day and World Homeless Day 

Oct 10th, 2024

Not only does October 10th mark World Mental Health Day, it is also World Homeless Day.  According to the United Nations’ Universal Declaration Of Human Rights, the right to housing…

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