This summer feels different as we shift back to ‘normal.’ Whatever your ‘normal’ was before the pandemic, many young people are experiencing discomfort about transitions back to work or school. Maybe your summer job is exhausting, socializing is too much right now, and you would like more support as you navigate the uncertain months ahead. […]Continue readingFinding your ‘new normal’: Tips for young workers
A world-renowned mental health platform with over 250 organizations partnered is now making waves in Albertan communities. Togetherall is a peer-to-peer online community that allows Alberta residents to connect with others in an environment that is monitored 24/7 by mental health practitioners. The platform also offers free monitored courses and other mental health resources, which […]Continue readingTogetherall Brings Virtual Mental Health Supports to Albertans
Buddy Up for Men’s Suicide Prevention Middle-aged men die by suicide more than anyone else in Canada, including young people and women (Statistics Canada, 2019). Although this statistic is shocking, men often feel pressured to disregard their emotions and deal with emotional pain through harmful behaviours. In 2020, The Centre for Suicide Prevention (CSP) launched […]Continue readingMen and Mental Health
The LGBTQ2S+ community and mental health June is known and celebrated across Canada as pride month. The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Alberta Division, believes the celebration of the LGBTQ2S+ community makes Alberta a safer, healthier place to live. Through programs and initiatives such as Youth Hubs, Healthy Campus Alberta, Recovery Colleges and others, CMHA […]Continue readingPride in Alberta
There is No Health Without Mental Health The focus on mental health is unlike anything our province has experienced before. The impacts of COVID-19 will last long after vaccination. In planning for recovery, mental health is just as important as physical health. CMHA believes mental healthcare should be publicly funded and accessible to every Albertan, […]Continue readingMental Health Must Be Part of the Equation
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on Albertans’ mental health. Whether you are an essential worker, health care professional, parent, employer or caregiver, we have all experienced increased strain on our wellbeing. From April to May 2020, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Alberta Division, conducted a survey to understand the impact the […]Continue readingThe Impact of COVID-19 on Albertans’ Mental Health
Make mentally healthy workplaces a priority Responsible employers provide physically safe environments for their workers, but do they also consider their employees’ psychological safety? The Canadian economy loses $50 billion a year to mental illness, affecting about 7.5 million working Canadians. (Canadian Mental Health Association, n.d.) Research consistently demonstrates that mentally healthy workplaces can improve […]Continue readingPrioritizing Workplace Mental Health
The pandemic has introduced us to new challenges and amplified our everyday and mental health struggles. Many Albertans have lost motivation to continue with hobbies, clean, study and exercise– and that’s okay. During particularly difficult and stressful times, we may lose a grasp on what brings us joy, solace and comfort. Let’s remember to embrace […]Continue readingSupporting your Mental Health Right Now
As we embrace the holiday season, the realities of a global pandemic have put winter traditions on hold. A busy month, typically filled with quality time with friends and family, religious holidays and new years’ celebrations, will now be spent physically distanced. Many of us will spend the holidays away from the family, friends and […]Continue readingYour Mental Health & COVID-19 During the Holidays
When we exhibit physical symptoms of illness like pain or nausea, we know our family doctor will work quickly to resolve our issue. They will often thoroughly assess us and may link us with specialists for further tests, diagnosis and treatment. In many of these situations, we are not compelled to believe our physical pain […]Continue readingFilling the gaps of mental health care with lived experience