Sign the petition. It’s official – 10,000 Ontarians agree – mental health & addictions care should be a priority for all candidates in the upcoming provincial election.Continue reading“Erase the Difference” campaign reaches 10,000 signatures
This year more than ever in communities big and small across Ontario, people and organizations held events, wore green clothing and partnered with CMHA branches.Continue reading“Shine Green” campaign a great success!
“Blue Monday” – the third Monday of January (January 16) – once touted as the most depressing day of the year, has proven to be a myth. But with the holidays over and the grey winter weather setting in, some Canadians may notice a shift in mood and energy. These ‘winter blues’ are all too […]Continue reading“The dreadful winter blues”
Quarantine without a smartphone, can you imagine it? From the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and its related physical-distancing and self-isolation orders, the Ottawa branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA Ottawa) has placed digital connection with its clients and the clients of its partner agencies among its very highest of priorities. But when […]Continue readingA home and a smartphone
The Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa), is an independent, community-based non-profit organization that provides services for eligible individuals in the Ottawa area with severe and persistent mental illness and/or substance use disorder, many of whom are experiencing chronic homelessness or are vulnerably housed. CMHA Ottawa is dedicated to promoting good mental health, […]Continue readingAbout Us—Contact CMHA Ottawa
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario and the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) are proud to announce the launch of Agriculture Wellness Ontario, a suite of programs designed to ensure farmers are getting mental health support when and where they need it. Living in rural areas, and the stigma surrounding mental health, can make […]Continue readingAgriculture Wellness Ontario launches with three free farming mental health programs
We’re pleased to share our 2015-16 annual report. The expansion in our hospital services, an increase in the housing support funds we flow to clients, and new employment based supports are just a few of the ways that we’ve worked to improve mental health and addictions services in our community. Check out the full report […]Continue readingAnnual Report 2015-16 now available
Presenting the CMHA Ottawa Annual Report for 2021-2022. Our eye-catching recap of the 2021-2022 fiscal year includes: a message from the President of the Board of Directors and Executive Director; our agency’s strategic plan and vision, mission and values; a detailed look at our programs and services – by the numbers; our financial report; all […]Continue readingAvailable now: CMHA Ottawa 2021-2022 Annual Report
As students and parents prepare for back-to school-season, CMHA Ottawa is reminding people to keep mental health in mind during the transition. While a new school year can be exciting, it can also cause stress and anxiety. CMHA suggests maintaining positive mental health during this seasonal shift with the following […]Continue readingBack to school mental health tips
The latest provincial and national surveys have made it clear that the pandemic’s strain on the mental health of Ontarians has reached all-time highs. The rates of stress, anxiety and depression in the province are worse than ever. If you are struggling and looking for support, CMHA’s BounceBack program remains an effective option to deal […]Continue readingBounce back from worry and stress with free life-skills program
