CMHA Ontario
@cmhaontario.bsky.social
Leader in the evolution of Ontario’s mental health and addictions system. Guided by values of self-determination, diversity, social justice, and integrity, we champion mental health for all. Because everyone is #SomeonesSomeone
October 10 is World Mental Health Day and World Homeless Day, highlighting how mental health and housing are deeply intertwined.
This year’s theme, “Access to services: mental health in catastrophes and emergencies” reminds us that mental health care can’t wait until things are calm.
This year’s theme, “Access to services: mental health in catastrophes and emergencies” reminds us that mental health care can’t wait until things are calm.
October 10, 2025 at 5:56 PM
October 10 is World Mental Health Day and World Homeless Day, highlighting how mental health and housing are deeply intertwined.
This year’s theme, “Access to services: mental health in catastrophes and emergencies” reminds us that mental health care can’t wait until things are calm.
This year’s theme, “Access to services: mental health in catastrophes and emergencies” reminds us that mental health care can’t wait until things are calm.
Mental health care is a right, not a privilege. This Mental Illness Awareness Week, we’re calling for a system where every person can access care without barriers.
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#MIAW #RightNotPrivilege
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#MIAW #RightNotPrivilege
October 6, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Mental health care is a right, not a privilege. This Mental Illness Awareness Week, we’re calling for a system where every person can access care without barriers.
Read more: ontario.cmha.ca/news/mental-...
#MIAW #RightNotPrivilege
Read more: ontario.cmha.ca/news/mental-...
#MIAW #RightNotPrivilege
Ready to take your skills to the next level? Emergency Communications Operators face unique mental health challenges. And Resilient Minds training is here to help.
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
September 2, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Ready to take your skills to the next level? Emergency Communications Operators face unique mental health challenges. And Resilient Minds training is here to help.
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
Ready to take your skills to the next level? Emergency Communications Operators face unique mental health challenges. And Resilient Minds training is here to help.
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
September 2, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Ready to take your skills to the next level? Emergency Communications Operators face unique mental health challenges. And Resilient Minds training is here to help.
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
Open enrollment: Sept. 29 and 30 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
Register here: resilientmindsontario.ca/get-started/
As much as back-to-school is centered around books and binders, it should also be about identity, connection and above all... mental health.
Here are a few reminders for navigating September with more steadiness 👉 ontario.cmha.ca/news/back-to...
Here are a few reminders for navigating September with more steadiness 👉 ontario.cmha.ca/news/back-to...
September 2, 2025 at 6:43 PM
As much as back-to-school is centered around books and binders, it should also be about identity, connection and above all... mental health.
Here are a few reminders for navigating September with more steadiness 👉 ontario.cmha.ca/news/back-to...
Here are a few reminders for navigating September with more steadiness 👉 ontario.cmha.ca/news/back-to...
Bill 10 is here, and with it comes a new law that increases landlord responsibility for drug-related activity in rentals.
We’re watching closely to see how this plays out, especially for housing providers and tenants navigating complex challenges.
We’re watching closely to see how this plays out, especially for housing providers and tenants navigating complex challenges.
August 15, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Bill 10 is here, and with it comes a new law that increases landlord responsibility for drug-related activity in rentals.
We’re watching closely to see how this plays out, especially for housing providers and tenants navigating complex challenges.
We’re watching closely to see how this plays out, especially for housing providers and tenants navigating complex challenges.
If you work in community care, this course is for you.
Resilient Minds is now designed to support the mental wellness of community workers.
Resilient Minds is now designed to support the mental wellness of community workers.
August 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
If you work in community care, this course is for you.
Resilient Minds is now designed to support the mental wellness of community workers.
Resilient Minds is now designed to support the mental wellness of community workers.
If recent news has left you feeling overwhelmed, angry, unseen or retraumatized, we want you to know that your story matters. Your voice matters. And support is here.
July 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
If recent news has left you feeling overwhelmed, angry, unseen or retraumatized, we want you to know that your story matters. Your voice matters. And support is here.
Just a friendly check-in 🫶 How's everyone's summer going?
July 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Just a friendly check-in 🫶 How's everyone's summer going?
It’s Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day. 67% of men have never talked to a professional. Half say they don’t have enough social support. 1 in 4 are at risk of depression. Learn more: ontario.cmha.ca/news/the-qui... #MensMHDay #NeverAlone #CMHA #MentalHealth
June 13, 2025 at 11:47 PM
It’s Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day. 67% of men have never talked to a professional. Half say they don’t have enough social support. 1 in 4 are at risk of depression. Learn more: ontario.cmha.ca/news/the-qui... #MensMHDay #NeverAlone #CMHA #MentalHealth
Big news in today’s #OntarioBudget: $303M over 3 years for community-based mental health + addictions services, including a 4% base funding boost.
This helps keep crisis teams, case managers, ACT teams + more going strong across Ontario.
This helps keep crisis teams, case managers, ACT teams + more going strong across Ontario.
May 15, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Big news in today’s #OntarioBudget: $303M over 3 years for community-based mental health + addictions services, including a 4% base funding boost.
This helps keep crisis teams, case managers, ACT teams + more going strong across Ontario.
This helps keep crisis teams, case managers, ACT teams + more going strong across Ontario.
At today’s @ontariocofc.bsky.social Advocacy Day, CMHA Ontario CEO Camille Quenneville delivered the afternoon keynote to chamber leaders from across the province.
May 13, 2025 at 10:53 PM
At today’s @ontariocofc.bsky.social Advocacy Day, CMHA Ontario CEO Camille Quenneville delivered the afternoon keynote to chamber leaders from across the province.
Today is #RedDressDay, a day to honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People. The red dress symbolizes the thousands of lives lost and the ongoing fight for justice. #MMIWG2
May 6, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Today is #RedDressDay, a day to honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People. The red dress symbolizes the thousands of lives lost and the ongoing fight for justice. #MMIWG2
As Mental Health Week kicks off, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on this year’s topic of conversation: There’s More to Me. #MentalHealthWeek2025
May 5, 2025 at 6:31 PM
As Mental Health Week kicks off, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on this year’s topic of conversation: There’s More to Me. #MentalHealthWeek2025
Big things are happening in Ontario’s Northwest 🤍
This week, CMHA Thunder Bay, Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances Branch, and Alpha Court Community Mental Health and Addiction Services officially launched the NorthWest Recovery College.
This week, CMHA Thunder Bay, Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances Branch, and Alpha Court Community Mental Health and Addiction Services officially launched the NorthWest Recovery College.
May 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Big things are happening in Ontario’s Northwest 🤍
This week, CMHA Thunder Bay, Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances Branch, and Alpha Court Community Mental Health and Addiction Services officially launched the NorthWest Recovery College.
This week, CMHA Thunder Bay, Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances Branch, and Alpha Court Community Mental Health and Addiction Services officially launched the NorthWest Recovery College.
The sector is already under immense strain due to ongoing health human resource challenges, with organizations struggling to recruit and retain qualified mental health professionals and prevent long waitlists and service reductions.
April 16, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The sector is already under immense strain due to ongoing health human resource challenges, with organizations struggling to recruit and retain qualified mental health professionals and prevent long waitlists and service reductions.
Wishing everyone celebrating a meaningful Passover! May this season of renewal bring peace, connection, and joy. ✡️✨ #Passover #ChagPesachSameach
April 13, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Wishing everyone celebrating a meaningful Passover! May this season of renewal bring peace, connection, and joy. ✡️✨ #Passover #ChagPesachSameach
Your Health Space's Stephanie D'Odorico (Project Coordinator and Trainer) and Director Nancy Hood represented CMHA Ontario at #TWC2025, Canada's largest gathering for long-term care and retirement living leaders.
April 9, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Your Health Space's Stephanie D'Odorico (Project Coordinator and Trainer) and Director Nancy Hood represented CMHA Ontario at #TWC2025, Canada's largest gathering for long-term care and retirement living leaders.
Thank you to the Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Vijay Thanigasalam, for meeting with us.
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April 8, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Thank you to the Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Vijay Thanigasalam, for meeting with us.
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🏳️⚧️ Trans and non-binary people have always been here. Today (and every day), we celebrate them.
On International Transgender Day of Visibility, CMHA Ontario recognizes the achievements, resilience, and contributions of trans communities while acknowledging the barriers they continue to face. #TDOV
On International Transgender Day of Visibility, CMHA Ontario recognizes the achievements, resilience, and contributions of trans communities while acknowledging the barriers they continue to face. #TDOV
March 31, 2025 at 6:13 PM
🏳️⚧️ Trans and non-binary people have always been here. Today (and every day), we celebrate them.
On International Transgender Day of Visibility, CMHA Ontario recognizes the achievements, resilience, and contributions of trans communities while acknowledging the barriers they continue to face. #TDOV
On International Transgender Day of Visibility, CMHA Ontario recognizes the achievements, resilience, and contributions of trans communities while acknowledging the barriers they continue to face. #TDOV
Eid Mubarak! As Ramadan comes to a close, we celebrate a time of joy, reflection, and togetherness. Whether you mark this day through good food, laughter, or moments of gratitude—CMHA Ontario wishes you peace and connection.
March 30, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Eid Mubarak! As Ramadan comes to a close, we celebrate a time of joy, reflection, and togetherness. Whether you mark this day through good food, laughter, or moments of gratitude—CMHA Ontario wishes you peace and connection.
Want to improve employee retention and satisfaction? Our psychological health and safety trainings teach practical mental health strategies to support your team. With both virtual and in-person options, there's never been a better time to invest. www.mentalhealthworks.ca/certified-ad...
March 13, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Want to improve employee retention and satisfaction? Our psychological health and safety trainings teach practical mental health strategies to support your team. With both virtual and in-person options, there's never been a better time to invest. www.mentalhealthworks.ca/certified-ad...
Exciting opportunity for community organizations 👀 Applications to host Mood Walks are open until April 7th! Enrich your programming with this easy, low-cost program where you’ll promote mental well-bring and social connection through green exercise. Apply today: www.moodwalks.ca/become-a-par...
March 5, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Exciting opportunity for community organizations 👀 Applications to host Mood Walks are open until April 7th! Enrich your programming with this easy, low-cost program where you’ll promote mental well-bring and social connection through green exercise. Apply today: www.moodwalks.ca/become-a-par...
This #SocialWorkWeek, we’re celebrating the incredible dedication of Ontario’s 25,000+ social workers—especially those at our CMHA branches.
March 4, 2025 at 6:16 PM
This #SocialWorkWeek, we’re celebrating the incredible dedication of Ontario’s 25,000+ social workers—especially those at our CMHA branches.
Want to make an impact while having fun? Join Paddle Battle for Mental Health on March 6th at SPIN Toronto, where teams will go paddle-to-paddle in support of mental health.
March 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Want to make an impact while having fun? Join Paddle Battle for Mental Health on March 6th at SPIN Toronto, where teams will go paddle-to-paddle in support of mental health.