(March 17, 2020) In an abundance of caution amid public concern related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadian Mental Health Association-S/M (CMHA-S/M) is making some changes to programs and services. The health and safety of our clients and staff remains our priority as we continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation. We are following advice from local, […]Continue readingCMHA-S/M alters services to protect public health and safety amid COVID-19 pandemic
The second week of October brings with it the reminder that millions of Canadians live with mental illnesses every day. Oct 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW), and CMHA-S/M will commemorate the week by hosting a free BBQ on October 9 at 109 Elm Street. MIAW is an annual national public education campaign coordinated […]Continue readingCMHA-S/M recognizes Mental Illness Awareness Week
(SUDBURY, September 10, 2019) The Suicide Safer Network Sudbury (formerly the North East Suicide Prevention Network) regrets to inform community members that due to inclement weather conditions, the annual World Suicide Prevention Day Butterfly Release and BBQ, scheduled for this evening at the Elizabeth Bell Gazebo, has been canceled. More details regarding the Network’s plan […]Continue readingAnnual Butterfly Release and BBQ canceled due to Inclement Weather
CMHA-S/M is inviting workplace leaders in the community to attend a free one-day workshop emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health and mental health problems in the workplace. The program is fittingly titled Mental Health Works, and is a CMHA National licensed program. CMHA focuses on the importance of mental health and addictions support and […]Continue readingCMHA to educate on mental health in the workplace
The CMHA joins the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) in inviting all individuals and communities to find a way to recognize and support World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) on September 10th. It can be as simple as sending a message to those who are in despair, those who are grieving, and those who are supporting […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day
We are pleased to announce that we have recently achieved the status of Accreditation with Commendation from Accreditation Canada! All CMHA-S/M staff worked exceptionally hard to prepare for our three-day accreditation survey which took place from May 6-8, 2019. We undertook an extensive review of Accreditation Canada standards related to Leadership, Community Based Mental Health Services […]Continue readingCMHA-S/M Receives 3 Year Accreditation Status
The Canadian Mental Health Association – Sudbury/Manitoulin (CMHA-S/M), is seeking Board Members to join their team. Potential candidates need to have an interest in community-based mental health and addiction services and how these services are provided in our community. We are a policy governance Board and follow a skilled based matrix. Currently, we are looking for individuals with […]Continue readingCMHA-S/M seeking Board Members to join their team!
Jack.org at Laurentian University will be hosting their second annual Toe Picks and Hat Tricks fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Health Association-Sudbury-Manitoulin (CMHA-S/M). Toe Picks and Hat Tricks will feature local hockey players and figure skaters who will face off and perform entertaining skating routines similar to the hit TV show Battle of the Blades. Date: […]Continue readingToe Picks and Hat Tricks for Mental Health
The Canadian Mental Health Association – Sudbury/Manitoulin (CMHA – S/M) is open until 6:00pm on Wednesdays throughout the year. CMHA – S/M has been offering these extended hours since September 2016. Staff engaged in a pilot project for several months, where we trialed offering services on different days of the week and extended our hours […]Continue readingCMHA-S/M Offers Extended Wednesday Hours
The Canadian Mental Health Association – Sudbury/Manitoulin (CMHA – S/M) is pleased to announce that OTS Emergency Shelter will be temporarily located at Church of Christ the King for the 2018/2019 winter season. The permanent location for the shelter is currently undergoing extensive renovations that will last throughout the winter. Open seven days a week, […]Continue readingOff the Street Emergency Shelter set to open doors November 1