Research is showing that eating disorders are on the rise in young people since the onset of COVID-19. February 1-7, 2022 is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. The National Eating Disorders Information Centre (NEDIC) provides information, resources, referrals and support to Canadians affected by eating disorders. These events may be of interest to individuals who have a personal […]Continue readingEating Disorder Awareness Week
Bell Let’s Talk Day is Wednesday, January 26 and we’re joining in to help drive meaningful progress in mental health. Since 2010, Canadians and people around the globe have joined in the world’s largest conversation around mental health on Bell Let’s Talk Day. Together we have taken big steps to reduce the stigma around mental […]Continue readingBell Let’s Talk Day is Wednesday, January 26
This article is brought to you by the Canadian Mental Health Association and ParticipACTION to raise awareness of the mental health benefits of physical activity and provide actionable solutions to Move for your Mood! Move for your Mood As the winter days get shorter, darker and colder, many of us have less energy and a […]Continue readingMove for your Mood
Self-care is the act of taking care of yourself to preserve or improve one’s own health. It can help reduce or eliminate stress, anxiety and depression, improve productivity, and increase happiness. As the new year begins, focusing on your self-care is an excellent resolution to consider taking on. There are many misconceptions about self-care. One […]Continue readingNew Year Self-Care
Make the most of your workout and support the mental health of first responders in your community The First Responders Half Marathon is a highly regarded event that takes place annually in Edmonton, Calgary and Saskatoon each year. The event expands awareness of all first responders and the challenges they face in our Albertan communities. […]Continue readingFirst Responders Half Marathon
Mental health has never been more top-of-mind in Canada. Perhaps because the need has never been so great. “It has been 18 months of isolation, stress and uncertainty,” says Margaret Eaton, National CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). “That is why, amid all the turmoil and confusion, we have pushed hard and strong […]Continue readingEnvisioning a Canada where mental health is a human right
Social media — we love it, we hate it, but can we have too much of it? Many of us likely saw our screen time increase throughout the pandemic, particularly when social media seemed to be the only way to maintain connection with others. Schools and restaurants have been closed, and we have had to […]Continue readingMental Health & Social Media
Today, on the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we take time to reflect and act upon our responsibilities to dismantle the systemic racism and colonialism that continues to impact Indigenous peoples in Canada. We recognize that systemic racism and colonialism continue to permeate our system of mental health care in this country. We […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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
In honour of the children who died at residential schools and in recognition of the survivors and their families, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) will be changing the colour of its logo to orange until Orange Shirt Day on September 30. Beyond the symbolic, the orange logo also signifies our commitment to reconciliation with […]Continue readingA logo for reconciliation: CMHA shows solidarity with Indigenous peoples in Canada