CMHA North Bay and District is joined by individuals and organizations worldwide to celebrate the history, courage and diversity of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) individuals for Pride Month in June. While Pride festivals across the province recognize Ontario’s 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, it’s important to recognize that these individuals […]Continue readingCelebrate Pride during June
CMHA North Bay and District recognizes May 24th as Early Psychosis and Schizophrenia Awareness Day dedicated to supporting individuals living with early psychosis and schizophrenia to reach their full potential. Schizophrenia affects approximately 20 million people around the world. Often, individuals experiencing psychosis, disorientation or hallucination can achieve remission with treatment or find ways of […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Schizophrenia Awareness Day
This May 17, CMHA North Bay and District joins individuals and organizations worldwide to recognize International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). The 2SLGBTQIA+ community faces a range of mental health challenges due to societal stigma, discrimination, and lack of acceptance. These challenges can include higher rates of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
A coalition of organizations across public health, research and advocacy, and community mental health and addictions are calling on the province to develop a comprehensive provincial alcohol strategy to promote the health and safety of people in Ontario. In a letter released to the province today, the coalition points out that despite plans to introduce […]Continue readingOntario urgently needs a provincial alcohol strategy: health and social sectors
Content warning: This message refers to colonial and gender-based violence. CMHA North Bay and District recognizes May 5 as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S), also known as Red Dress Day. Today is a day to honour and remember the Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit […]Continue readingJoin CMHA North Bay and District as we observe Red Dress Day on May 5th
Two initiatives highlight weeklong celebration of compassion, connection and community support The 73rd annual CMHA Mental Health Week, which runs from May 6-12, will serve up a “double-double” of kindness and compassion in our community. This year’s theme for CMHA Mental Health Week is simple but mighty: “Be Kind” and centres on the idea that […]Continue readingCMHA Mental Health Week 2024 doubles up on kindness
Tailored mental health programs for the agricultural community are crucial. Agriculture Wellness Ontario (AgWO) provides essential support for farmers, farm workers and their families, and the agricultural sector in managing the unique stressors that come with farming. AgWO is a suite of free programs that focus on enhancing mental health and well-being in Ontario’s agriculture […]Continue readingAgriculture Wellness Ontario (AgWO) provides essential support for farmers, farm workers and their families, and the agricultural sector in managing the unique stressors that come with farming.
The growing Climate Crisis is having a profound impact on people’s mental health in the form of climate anxiety. Each day, more stories emerge about the effects of climate change. You are not alone if you struggle with anger, frustration, hopelessness or fear when being inundated by these messages. A recent worldwide survey of more […]Continue readingUnderstanding and Coping with Climate Anxiety
(North Bay, April 3, 2024) Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) North Bay and District is pleased to introduce its adoption of a “campus” model to improve physical access to mental health and addiction care. This involves a two-phase relocation to 194 Main St. West, North Bay. This historic 7,800 square foot location has an interesting […]Continue readingCMHA North Bay and District Introduces an Innovative Campus Model for Streamlining Mental Health and Addiction Care
On March 31, CMHA North Bay & District celebrates International Transgender Day of Visibility, an event recognizing the resilience and accomplishments of the transgender community. A transgender person is someone whose gender identity is different from the gender they were assigned at birth. CMHA North Bay & District stands with our transgender community and acknowledges […]Continue readingCMHA Supports International Transgender Day of Visibility