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From silence to solidarity: The changing story of men’s mental health in Ontario
Jun 6th, 2025For years, loneliness was dismissed as a personal issue, like a fleeting feeling that could be easily shrugged off. But today, it’s being recognized for what it truly is: a…
Honouring National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day
Jun 6th, 2025June is National Indigenous History Month — a time to reflect, learn, and act. At CMHA Halton, we join individuals and organizations across the country in recognizing the histories, cultures…
We’re All In for Pride
Jun 6th, 2025This June, we’re proud to stand with Ontario’s Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) communities. When we think about Pride, our focus is on…
CMHA congratulates the Liberal Party of Canada on its election victory and urges parties to find common ground on mental health
Apr 30th, 2025The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) extends our congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party of Canada on their electoral victory. As a leading voice in mental…
Stigma remains a barrier to mental health care with 60% of people not seeking help for fear of being labelled
Apr 30th, 2025This Mental Health Week, CMHA is “Unmasking Mental Health” to break down barriers, challenge stigma and support open conversations Despite growing awareness around mental health, many people continue to mask…
Honouring the Strength of Caregivers on National Caregiver Day
Mar 27th, 2025CMHA Halton joins individuals and organizations across the country in recognizing National Caregiver Day, a day dedicated to honouring the countless individuals who provide unpaid care to a loved one…
Transgender and non-binary people have always been here—and today and every day, we celebrate them
Mar 27th, 2025March 31st marks International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), an annual event dedicated to recognizing the achievements, resilience, and contributions of transgender and non-binary people around the world. Trans and…
Understanding problem gambling: the psychology, signs and steps to recovery
Mar 27th, 2025Gambling isn’t just about casinos and poker tables—many forms of gambling happen in ways we don’t always recognize, from sports betting apps to loot boxes in video games. With the…
CMHA warns of rising tariffs’ impact on well-being
Feb 3rd, 2025(Toronto, Feb. 3, 2025) — As international trade tensions escalate, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario is warning of the significant negative impacts this will bring on Ontarians’ mental…
Black History Month 2025: Celebrating Black Legacy and Leadership in Mental Health and Addictions
Feb 3rd, 2025This Black History Month, we honour the theme “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations” by recognizing the incredible contributions of Black leaders who have reshaped…
Tips to support yourself through the winter blues
Jan 15th, 2025Often called the ‘saddest day of the year,’ the science behind Blue Monday is debated. However, it’s a reminder that many people feel the weight of winter, financial stress, or…
New research reveals growing cost of homelessness in Ontario
Jan 13th, 2025A new research study highlights the worsening homelessness crisis in Ontario and warns that, without serious intervention, the situation could get worse over the next decade. Released by the Association…