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Embracing Self-Care This Holiday Season: Nurturing Yourself for Peace and Joy
Dec 5, 2024The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, but it can also bring added stress and overwhelm. Prioritizing self-care during this busy time isn’t selfish—it’s essential. From setting healthy boundaries to finding moments of calm amidst the chaos, the Canadian Mental Health Association Edmonton Region (CMHA-ER) shares simple yet impactful tips to help you nurture your mental health this season. Remember, the best gift you can give yourself is the space to thrive.
Building a Collaborative Approach to Mental Health and Addiction Care in Alberta
Nov 26, 2024Tackling mental health challenges requires more than individual effort—it calls for a united community. The Canadian Mental Health Association Edmonton Region (CMHA-ER) is embracing a collaborative approach, working alongside partners and organizations to create lasting impact. By fostering connections and building smarter systems, CMHA-ER is empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Together, we can make mental health support more accessible, inclusive, and effective for everyone.
2024 State of Mental Health Report
Nov 19, 2024On November 19, 2024, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) released its inaugural State of Mental Health in Canada report, a comprehensive study that provides a detailed, data-driven analysis of the state of mental health care in the country.
Mental Health Week Press Release
May 3, 2024FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Lori PrattDirector, Fund Development & Communications780.236.1485 JOIN THE MOVEMENT: MENTAL HEALTH WEEK 2024 CALLS FOR COMPASSION IN EDMONTON Edmonton, AB: The countdown begins for Mental Health Week 2024,…
Relive the best of the 90s & 2000s at CMHA’s Throwback Dance Party!
Feb 9, 2024EDMONTON, AB – The Canadian Mental Health Association – Edmonton Region (CMHA-ER) is excited to announce its upcoming Decompression Session Throwback FUN Raiser, scheduled to take place on Saturday, March…
McGill research reveals positive impact of CMHA Ontario’s Talk Today program in Canadian Junior Hockey League
Jan 26, 2023(Montreal/Toronto, Jan. 26, 2023) – A new report by McGill University Faculty of Education researchers shows Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario’s Talk Today program is making a positive impact…
Blue Monday – Myth or Fact?
Jan 10, 2023Is Blue Monday really the most depressing day of the year? Not scientifically speaking, no. It was actually a marketing strategy created to encourage people to go on vacation in January. What is very real,…
Emergency Departments aren’t the cure for our mental health crisis but there’s nowhere else to turn
Dec 12, 2022Act for Mental Health calls for the promised Canada Mental Health Transfer now FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Edmonton, AB (December 12th) – With rising mental health care needs and Emergency Departments…
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
Nov 15, 2022Edmonton, AB – Every day, 11 Edmontonians attempt or die by suicide. Grief can be a complicated process and unfortunately, life doesn’t stop moving when you lose someone you love….