Our community is filled with residents who want to build a stronger, more inclusive, and kinder North Bay and Nipissing District. Our local news outlets and social media regularly feature stories about members of our community who rise to the occasion and help those in need. We’ve seen food distributed to those struggling with homelessness; […]Continue readingAn Open Letter to the Community: Let’s Change the Conversation
Mental health concerns are among the many challenges Ontarians are currently facing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time of public uncertainty, CMHA’s BounceBack program remains an effective option to support Ontarians who may be dealing with mild-to-moderate anxiety or depression, or may be feeling low, stressed, worried, irritable or angry. BounceBack is a free, […]Continue readingFeeling low? Stressed? Anxious?
As individuals and organizations recognize World Homelessness Day and World Mental Health Day on Oct 10, CMHA North Bay and District is reminding the community that housing is key to the recovery for many people with mental health issues. Individuals with serious mental health conditions frequently identify income and housing as the most important factors […]Continue readingHealthy housing is healthy living
Hockey’s back! Players across the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) are lacing up for another season with North Bay Battalion season opener Thursday Oct 7 against the Peterborough Petes. CMHA North Bay and District is proud to support the Battalion with Talk Today, a suicide-prevention and mental health awareness program, for the 2021-22 season. Talk Today […]Continue readingTalk Today is back!
(North Bay, Sept. 28, 2021) CMHA North Bay and District joins Canadians across the country in observing the country’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30. The day was established by the federal government to honour survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities, and ensure that public commemoration of the history […]Continue readingCMHA commemorates Truth and Reconciliation Day
(North Bay, June 22, 2021) – The community mental health, addictions and housing support agency formerly known as Nipissing Mental Health Housing & Support Services (NMHHSS) is pleased to announce its official transition to a Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branch, effective today. The organization is now known as CMHA North Bay and District. “Today’s […]Continue readingNipissing Mental Health Housing & Support Services officially transitions to Canadian Mental Health Association, North Bay and District
Welcome to our new Canadian Mental Health Association, North Bay and District (CMHA NBD) website! We hope that you’ll find the new site easy to navigate, allowing you to better find information about CMHA NBD and our services in mental health, addictions, and peer support and housing. The new website also features: Up to date mental health resources An accessible, […]Continue readingWelcome to CMHA North Bay and District’s website!
On June 15, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), North Bay and District 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. As with most of the population, Canadian men report the […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day
CMHA North Bay and District joins individuals and organizations across Ontario to celebrate Seniors Month in June. Seniors Month is a time to salute and appreciate the enormous contributions seniors and older adults have made, and continue to make, towards building Ontario. The theme of Seniors Month this year is to Stay Safe, Active and […]Continue readingCMHA celebrates Seniors Month
(North Bay, ON March 30, 2021) – A three-day virtual workshop series hosted by the Nipissing Mental Health Housing and Support Services Employment Centre aims to give job seekers the skills they need to succeed in the digital age. The sessions will be offered from April 14-16. They are open to participants 16 years of […]Continue readingWorkshop series aims to prepare job seekers for success in the digital age