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Season’s greetings from everyone at CMHA Thunder Bay Please note that our offices will be closed on the following days: December 25, 28, 2020 & January 1, 2021 Holiday stress can amplify feelings of depression & anxiety. Support your #mentalhealth and contact our Crisis Response Services at 346-8282 or toll-free: 1-888-269-3100 or Kenora Rainy River […]Continue readingHappy Holidays from CMHA

Online, on the phone or in person, programs and services are available to ensure Ontarians get the crisis supports they need during #COVID19: https://bit.ly/3mp0RJJ or contact our local office at: Crisis Response Services offers mobile crisis response, crisis support residence, and 24/7 telephone services to both youth and adults who are experiencing a mental health […]Continue readingResources for Crisis – Ontario

What is it? Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a kind of depression that appears at certain times of the year. It usually begins in the fall when the days get shorter and lasts through the winter. SAD doesn’t only happen in the colder months though. A less common form of seasonal affective disorder affects […]Continue readingShine the Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – Light Therapy Lamp Giveaway

Mental Illness Awareness Week 2020 presents: CHANGING THE CONVERSATION ABOUT DEPRESSION AND SUICIDE WORKSHOP Suicide is one of the leading causes of death for adolescence and adults (Mental Health Commission of Canada, 2013). Many individuals do not feel comfortable asking for help due to the stigma associated with mental health concerns. Or individuals and their […]Continue readingCHANGING THE CONVERSATION ABOUT DEPRESSION AND SUICIDE WORKSHOP

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 someone […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day 2020

A new poll shows an overwhelming majority of Ontarians (84 per cent) remain concerned about the possibility of a second wave of COVID-19, primarily driven by worry of other people not following the proper distancing rules as businesses and schools reopen. The survey conducted by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division indicates respondents […]Continue readingMost Ontarians fear second wave of COVID-19, worries linked to actions of others: CMHA poll

As Ontario’s economy gradually re-opens during the COVID-19 pandemic, a new toolkit is now available to support employers and employees in navigating the mental health implications of returning to physical workplaces. Developed by Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division, in partnership with Mental Health Works and BounceBack Ontario, Return to the workplace: A psychological […]Continue readingNew CMHA toolkit supports employees, employers with planning psychologically-safe return to the workplace

CMHA Thunder Bay joins individuals and organizations around the globe in celebrating International Self-Care Day on July 24, which aims to raise public awareness of the importance of self-care to stay healthy and prevent or delay illness. Mental well-being is recognized as a pillar of self-care. Prioritizing self-care can increase resiliency, which can be helpful […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes International Self-Care Day 2020

On June 16, CMHA Thunder Bay joins organizations across Canada in recognizing Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day. This annual event aims to normalize conversations about mental health issues and reduce the stigma that often prevents men from seeking help. CMHA recognizes that stigma may make it difficult for men to identify their own mental health […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day 2020