Loneliness is a Mental Health Crisis. That’s why this year’s Mental Health Week theme, Come Together, Canada encourages Canadians from coast to coast to connect—with the people in our lives and their communities. Learn more: novascotia.cmha.ca #ComeTogetherCanada

🏃Lace up for #mentalhealth this spring. Run the #BluenoseMarathon in support of CMHA-NS and help thousands of Nova Scotians access the programs they need to be well & stay well. Register here raceroster.com/events/2026/...

🍦Watch how our community came together last Friday to support mental health—one ice cream at a time! A big thank you to everyone who enjoyed a treat in support of CMHA-NS Division. Stay tuned—next week we’ll share the total amount raised. 💛 📹Dil Dhillon/NSCC

We are udderly excited to announce that Friday, March 6, is Moo Let’s Talk Day! WATCH to learn more!

🔊 IT'S DOLLAR MATCH DAY!! 💪 The legends at Stantec are matching donations up to 100K starting at 12 p.m. EST. Support Team CMHA-NS's push for better mental health and double your impact by donating today! 🔗https://www.thepushupchallenge.ca/fundraisers/TeamCMHANS #pushforbetter

Thank you to Global News Morning Halifax for chatting with our Push-Up Challenge Champ, Kyle Moore! Check out his interview to learn more! 📹https://globalnews.ca/video/11644765/canadian-mental-health-association-advocate-does-2000-push-ups-for-mens-mental-health/

Join us from Feb. 5 -27 and take on the #pushupchallenge Register today at www.pushupchallenge.ca/beneficiary/cmha-nova-scotia-division

This February, take the #pushupchallenge. Complete 2,000 push-ups — or an alternative exercise — over 23 days to raise awareness and funds for #mentalhealth. 🔗https://novascotia.cmha.ca/2000-push-ups-in-23-days-are-you-up-for-the-challenge-nova-scotia/

The holidays can mean different things to different people. However the holidays feel for you this year, we’re glad you’re here. Happy Holidays from all of us at CMHA Nova Scotia.

We were so grateful to join author Matt Thomson on Global News to talk to Skye Bryden-Blom about Matt's holiday fundraiser and it how it will support mental health programs across Nova Scotia. Catch the full interview here ⬇️ globalnews.ca/video/115681...

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDAR — Giving Tuesday is December 2! When you shop local at Inkwell Modern Handmade Boutique & Letterpress Studio on December 2, a portion of every purchase will go to CMHA Nova Scotia. 🎥WATCH: youtu.be/FlBIzeMVqgU?...

🌱 Have a story, skill, or life lesson that could help others? We want to hear from you! CMHA-NS is looking for facilitators with lived experience to lead THRIVE workshops between January and March. 💡 Have an idea? Learn more about THRIVE and submit your proposal here: novascotia.cmha.ca/thrive

For people living with psychological health concerns, including mental health and substance use health disorders, AI can sometimes do more harm than good. Learn how this can happen and how to use AI safely: cmha.ca/news/ai-ment...

Thank you for supporting CMHA-NS at the Valley Harvest Marathon and helping raise $1,793.95! Together, we’re building communities where mental health is a priority — and where everyone has access to the support they need to thrive.

💚 A heartfelt thank you to BOMA Canada for their generous donation at #BOMEX2025. With their support, CMHA NS can help more Nova Scotians access the programs and resources they need to be well, stay well, and know they are not alone.

💡 DID YOU KNOW October is Healthy Workplace Month? Healthy workplaces don’t just happen—they’re built. Learn more about our workplace training. 🔗https://novascotia.cmha.ca/training/ #HealthyWorkplaceMonth

🚨 We’re hiring! Current Opportunities: 📌Coordinated Access Manager 📌CAST Coordinator 📌Housing Support Worker Learn more and apply today! 🔗https://novascotia.cmha.ca/were-hiring-3/

CMHA-NS is offering an ASIST workshop in Cape Breton this fall. 📅 Sept 17–18, 2025 | 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 📍 Holiday Inn, Sydney Waterfront, NS 💲 $74.36 (incl. tax) | 📜 Certificate included 🌍 Open to anyone 18+ — no experience required 👉 Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/applied-su...

Whether you’re supporting someone you care about or seeking help yourself, the CAST Hub offers tools, tips, and guidance to support you. 📥 Explore the CAST Hub: novascotia.cmha.ca/cast_resourc... #LightTheWayNS

This webinar will be delivered in both English and French and is designed to promote self-compassion. Audience: Adults midlife and older in Nova Scotia Format: Virtual Cost: Free Registration: www.fountainofhealth.ca/en/individuals

This September, CMHA Nova Scotia invites all Nova Scotians to Light the Way for World Suicide Prevention Month. Together, we can raise awareness, share support, and connect communities. 👉 novascotia.cmha.ca/light-the-wa... #LightTheWayNS

💚 Suicide is preventable. Anyone can make a difference. With the right tools, you can be there for someone in need. 👉 Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/applied-su... ⚠️ Please note: ASIST may not be suitable for those who have recently been seriously affected by suicide.

The Valley Harvest Marathon is back this Thanksgiving weekend and you can make every step count by running for CMHA-NS. 👟 Sign up at ow.ly/2fPH50WHcBn ✅ Select CMHA-NS as your charity partner and rally your team, and help us reach our $5,000 goal.

Did you know The Canadian Red Cross offers valuable guides to help navigate both the immediate and long-term impacts of wildfires: 👉Read the guide here: www.redcross.ca/how-we-help/...

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at the Bridgewalk on Sunday to chat with our staff and volunteer, make a donation, or show their support. See you next year!

Join us Sunday, August 3.

ICYMI 💼 Finance Professionals — We Need You. 📅 Deadline to apply: July 18, 2025 👉 Learn more and apply today: novascotia.cmha.ca/lend-your-fi...

📣 We Need Your Financial Expertise CMHA-NS is seeking a Board Director with strong nonprofit finance experience. 💼 Apply by July 4, 2025 🔗 novascotia.cmha.ca/lend-your-fi...

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈 This June, and all year long, we we stand proud in support of love, equality, and mental wellness for everyone—regardless of who you are or who you love. Let’s promote safe spaces where every voice is heard and every identity is celebrated.

📢 The 2024 CAST Report is here! We’re proud to share the 2024–25 Communities Addressing Suicide Together Annual Report, highlighting the meaningful work CMHA-NS has led across the province to prevent suicide and support mental wellness. 👉 Read the report here: novascotia.cmha.ca/wp-content/u...

Ready to recharge, reconnect, and feel more in control of your mental well-being? Join a THRIVE workshop. Check out our schedule here: novascotia.cmha.ca/new-month-fr...

📢The Canadian Mental Health Association – Nova Scotia Division (CMHA-NS) will host our Annual General Meeting on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., live on Zoom. Whether you’re a partner, supporter, or community member — we’d love to have you join us.

ICYMI: May is Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month Approximately 2.2% of Canadians live with BPD. Yet, stigma and misinformation continue to stand in the way of understanding and recovery. Learn the facts, and help break the stigma. 🔗 novascotia.cmha.ca/borderline-p...

This #MentalHealthWeek, we’re calling on YOU to help unmask the truth about mental health. Let’s break down barriers, challenge stigma, and support open conversations. ✔️ Download the toolkit ✔️ Share the content ✔️ Start a conversation Get started at novascotia.cmha.ca/mental-healt...

It's National Volunteer Week! Volunteers don’t just give their time — they give their hearts. Whether it's serving on our Board of Directors, helping at events, or advocating for change — your impact is felt across the province. 👏 Thank you for being the heart of our mission.

CMHA NS congratulates to all elected MPs! CMHA urges all parties to work together to make mental health care accessible to everyone in Canada—no matter where they live or what they earn. We’re ready to partner on real solutions. cmha.ca/news/electio...

The Ice Bucket Challenge is Back! Originally created to support ALS awareness, the Challenge has returned for 2025, this time to shine a spotlight on mental health. If you would like to make a difference locally, donations can be made at www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/44267.

The election is April 28. No matter where you land on the political spectrum, one thing is true: your vote matters. This is our chance to shape the future of mental health in Canada—together. Read our platform and make your voice count at the ballot box. 🔗 novascotia.cmha.ca/cmha-nationa...

THRIVE WORKSHOP: Understanding our Mental Health 📅 April 29 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Understand the difference between mental health and mental illness and create your own mental health plan to help you stay well. Register today! 🔗 www.eventbrite.ca/e/1303065326...

Want to get involved in Mental Health Week? Our digital toolkit is now LIVE! This year, we’re #UnmaskingMentalHealth—exploring what masking is, why we do it, and how it impacts us all. Join us by downloading our toolkit: novascotia.cmha.ca/mental-healt...

The strain on healthcare and mental health services is intensifying, especially in communities hit hardest by tariffs. In Canada, over 2.5 million people with mental health needs report they aren’t receiving the care they need. 🔗 Learn more novascotia.cmha.ca/cmha-nationa...

Launched in 2023, the 9-8-8 suicide crisis helpline has saved lives and provided critical support. But the funding ends in 2026. This is a lifeline we can't afford to lose. 🔗 Learn more novascotia.cmha.ca/cmha-national-releases-2025-federal-election-platform/

WE'RE HIRING! CMHA-NS is looking for a passionate and self-motivated individual to join the Project H.O.P.E. team for a contract position. Learn more and apply!

THRIVE WORKSHOP 🍃 🎨 The Art of Well-Being: Finding Meaning through Drawing 📅 April 16 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Join Gerard McNeil for an interactive workshop where we'll use drawing as a tool for self-reflection and emotional balance. 🔗 www.eventbrite.ca/e/1303066991...

Parenting can be challenging — but you don't have to do it alone! 🫂 The South Shore Parents Peer Support Group is here for you. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you have questions or would like to register in advance, email [email protected].

In Canada, over 2.5 million people with mental health needs report they aren’t receiving the care they need. And unfortunately, care varies drastically based on where you live. Mental health care should be accessible to everyone, no matter where they live. 🔗 novascotia.cmha.ca/cmha-nationa...

Want to get involved in Mental Health Week? Our digital toolkit is now LIVE! This year, we’re #UnmaskingMentalHealth—exploring what masking is, why we do it, and how it impacts us all. Join us by downloading our toolkit: novascotia.cmha.ca/mental-healt...

Thank you to COWS, and to everyone who came out in support of Nova Scotia’s second annual Moo Let’s Talk Day! Moo Let’s Talk Day was held on Friday, March 7 at COWS Cable Wharf and COWS Spring Garden. The event raised $2,361.14 in support of CMHA NS Division.