Suicide Prevention Community Council of Hamilton

Suicide Prevention Community Council of Hamilton The Su***de Prevention Community Council of Hamilton is a charitable, non-profit organization of prof The council was established in 1980.

The Su***de Prevention Community Council of Hamilton is a charitable, non-profit organization of professionals and individuals from the community who are interested in su***de prevention and its related issues. We work together to promote awareness and to create change through leadership, advocacy, and education. It continues to exist through the commitment of volunteers and agency representatives that work to provide help and hope for those touched by the issue of su***de.

Mental health matters on the farm, too.Farming comes with unique pressures—from unpredictable weather and financial stre...
06/19/2026

Mental health matters on the farm, too.

Farming comes with unique pressures—from unpredictable weather and financial stress to long hours and isolation. Too often, those carrying the weight of feeding our communities put their own well-being last.

We're sharing **Agriculture Wellness Ontario**, a collection of free mental health programs created specifically for Ontario's farming community. Resources include:

🌱 Free, confidential counselling through the **Farmer Wellness Initiative**
🌱 Su***de prevention training through the **Guardian Network**
🌱 Mental health literacy workshops tailored to agriculture
🌱 Additional tools and supports for farmers and their families.

Asking for help is a sign of strength—not weakness.

If you or someone you know works in agriculture, know that support is available. Learn more and explore the resources available through Agriculture Wellness Ontario.

We are honoured to recognize the Sam and Roma Mercanti Foundation for their generous support of Running for Rachael. 💙Yo...
06/18/2026

We are honoured to recognize the Sam and Roma Mercanti Foundation for their generous support of Running for Rachael. 💙

Your dedication to giving back is helping us make a lasting difference in mental health awareness and support.

Thank you for helping us move this mission forward.

Running can be more than exercise. For many people, it becomes a way to find challenge, compassion, and community.A rece...
06/17/2026

Running can be more than exercise. For many people, it becomes a way to find challenge, compassion, and community.

A recent article from The Varsity explores how running offers space for people to process stress, build resilience, and feel a sense of belonging. The story highlights that showing up to run with others is not just about fitness. It is about connection, encouragement, and being part of something supportive.

Running communities remind us that movement can be healing when it is paired with understanding and care. Facing challenges together, celebrating effort over speed, and creating inclusive spaces can make a real difference for mental wellbeing.

Read the full article here: https://thevarsity.ca/2024/01/29/running-for-your-life-finding-challenge-compassion-and-community/

Week 2 Challenge is live!This week is all about building connection through shared experiences.Try one of these activiti...
06/16/2026

Week 2 Challenge is live!

This week is all about building connection through shared experiences.

Try one of these activities with your buddy:
• Have a BBQ with friends or family — food brings people together.
• Register for CSP’s Run for Life — move for a cause that matters.
• Send a song, meme, or joke — small gestures brighten days.
• Reconnect with a distant buddy — it only takes a minute to reach out.

Let’s keep the momentum going by checking in and cheering each other on. 👏

Join Us for Connected for Life: Why Relationships Matters as we Age! We’re looking forward to this upcoming event focus...
06/15/2026

Join Us for Connected for Life: Why Relationships Matters as we Age!

We’re looking forward to this upcoming event focused on connection, community, and wellbeing.

Register today by calling the Sackville Seniors Centre at (905) 546‑3747 or reserve your free ticket online:
https://ConnectedforLife.eventbrite.ca

We hope to see you there.

06/14/2026

When we bond and feel connected, the brain’s reward system activates—boosting well-being and motivation.

Affirming social interactions can release dopamine and oxytocin, supporting our drive to connect. Loneliness, social isolation, and low social support can trigger a stress response that dysregulates the body’s stress system (the HPA axis).

That stress dysregulation can affect mood regulation, thinking/memory, energy, immune function, and metabolism.

Prolonged loneliness-related stress is associated with increased health risks, including heart disease (29% higher risk) and stroke (32% higher risk).

Good news: social connection is a protective factor—and community groups (sports, cultural/faith communities, volunteer groups) can help.

Learn more in CMHA’s fact sheet,https://cmha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CMHA-MHW-2026-Factsheet-The-science-behind-social-connection.pdf

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06/14/2026

Sometimes the most meaningful conversations happen during everyday moments—a car ride, a walk, or sharing a meal together.

We're sharing a helpful family resource that encourages parents and caregivers to create space for open, honest conversations about mental health, build resilience, and remind young people that they don't have to face challenges alone. You don't need to have all the answers.

Listening without judgment, validating feelings, and being present can make a lasting difference.

Take a few moments to explore this resource and discover practical tools to support the young people in your life.

Register: https://theroyalconversations.crowdchange.ca/129194

👣 **Step Up for Men's Mental Health**Sometimes the most important step is simply checking in—with yourself or with someo...
06/13/2026

👣 **Step Up for Men's Mental Health**

Sometimes the most important step is simply checking in—with yourself or with someone you care about.

This month, we're sharing the **Step Up** campaign from HeadsUpGuys, encouraging men to prioritize their mental health through movement, connection, and honest conversations. Whether it's going for a walk, joining a workout, or reaching out to a friend, small actions can have a big impact.

Mental health isn't about going it alone. It's about taking one step at a time—and knowing support is available when you need it.

Take a step. Start a conversation. Check in on your buddies.

https://mailchi.mp/headsupguys/june-step-up-26?e=4f81a3103b

06/12/2026

Loneliness is the feeling or perception of being alone or disconnected—and it affects people of all ages.

In Canada, 13% of people (15+) say they feel lonely “always or often.” Youth report some of the highest rates: in 2024, 17% of youth (15–24) said they feel lonely “always” or “often.” Among seniors (65+), 10% report feeling lonely overall, with higher rates among those in the lowest income group (25%) and those facing social barriers (38%).

CMHA emphasizes loneliness is more than a feeling—it’s a public health issue linked to mental health challenges, substance use/addiction, and physical health risks.

Let’s respond with compassion, inclusion, and connection.

https://cmha.ca/mental-health-week/toolkits/ -sheets

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