Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario

Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario CMHA Ontario achieves its mission by being a leader in the evolution of Ontario’s mental health and addictions system.

Founded in 1952, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario, is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to making mental health possible for all. We contribute our knowledge, resources and skills to provincial policy development and implementation. We promote mental health in collaboration with others. We further equitable access to mental health services and champion the reduction of mental health disparities. And we serve our branches in building their governance and leadership capacities. CMHA Ontario is a dedicated partner within the network of Canadian Mental Health Associations at the national, provincial and local level. CMHA Ontario works closely with its local branches in communities across the province to ensure the utilization of best practices in the organization, management and delivery of services to consumers and families of individuals with mental illnesses, dual diagnosis and concurrent disorders. All CMHAs in Ontario work in a variety of partnerships to provide a coordinated, continuum of care using the social determinants of health model.

The Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario, Addictions and Mental Health Ontario, and Children's Mental Health Ontar...
10/08/2026

The Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario, Addictions and Mental Health Ontario, and Children's Mental Health Ontario are joining the Ontario government in calling on the federal government to protect the progress made through federal health investments and ensure community mental health and addictions services have the stable and long-term funding to meet increased demand.

The organizations are calling on the federal government to renew the $1.2 billion in dedicated bilateral annual funding for home and community care and mental health and addictions services set to expire March 31, 2027.

Each year, more than one million people in Ontario experience a mental health or addictions challenge that requires care. These targeted investments are critical to sustaining and expanding services delivered in communities, including mental health supports, addictions treatment, crisis services, early intervention and services for children, youth and families.

Read more: https://ontario.cmha.ca/news/ontario-mental-health-groups-warn-federal-funding-expiry-could-put-mental-health-care-at-risk/

09/30/2026

What does it really take to make well-being part of how we work?
For Dr. Ellen Choi, it means looking at the full picture: ourselves, our teams, our organizations and the cultures we create together.

At this year’s Your Health Space conference, “Sharing Impact”, Dr. Choi will explore how workplace climate can help turn what we learn about mental health and well-being into everyday practice and how each of us can influence the environments we work in.

We might not be able to change an entire system overnight, but even the small daily actions we take to advance workplace wellness in health care each is a step forward.

Join us at this year’s conference for Dr. Choi’s keynote, The Three Layers of Employee Well-Being: Self, Climate, and Culture, and explore practical ways we can help create healthier workplaces together.

📅 October 27th and 28th
📍 Toronto
🔗 Register (link in bio)

Today, we remember and reflect on the lasting mental health impacts that the residential school system has had on Indige...
09/30/2026

Today, we remember and reflect on the lasting mental health impacts that the residential school system has had on Indigenous peoples, families and communities across Canada.

We honour the children who never came home. We recognize the survivors who continue to face the ongoing impacts of the residential school system. We acknowledge the resilience, strength and leadership of Indigenous peoples across generations.

This day encourages everyone to learn and deepen their understanding of the history and lasting impacts of the residential school system. Reconciliation is an ongoing journey that requires all of us to confront the truths of Canada’s history, challenge our assumptions and learn from Indigenous voices and experiences.

Many CMHA Ontario branches are working in partnership with Indigenous leaders and organizations to address the mental health crisis. Across the province, we are committed to:

🧡 Supporting Indigenous-led mental health initiatives that honour traditional healing practices and ways of being.

🧡 Engaging in meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities to co-create mental health programs.

🧡 Offering Indigenous cultural awareness training for staff to ensure services respect and understand the unique needs of Indigenous peoples.

🧡 Promoting self-determination by valuing Indigenous approaches to mental health and well-being.

Take some time today to reflect and support Indigenous-led initiatives. Reconciliation demands action; together, we can build a future rooted in social justice and mutual respect.

We’ll also be reposting from Indigenous creators throughout the day (and onwards) 🧡

09/25/2026

We’re getting closer to the 2026 Your Health Space conference: “Sharing Impact” 👀

We’re bringing together health care workers and leaders from across Ontario to connect and share what’s working when it comes to supporting mental health and well-being in health care workplaces.

Expect meaningful conversations and practical takeaways from people doing this work every day.

🔗 Register today or send to a friend in health care you know would be interested (link in bio)

09/24/2026

What does shame look like in health care and what does it cost the people providing it?

Brian Goldman, ER physician, bestselling author and host of CBC’s White Coat, Black Art, is joining us as a keynote speaker at the Your Health Space 2026 conterence, “Sharing Impact: Advancing Workplace Wellness in Health Care.”

Brian will explore shame and its impact on health care providers and what it means for the people working every day in high-pressure health care environments.

📅 17 October 27-28, 2026
📍 Downtown Toronto

And there’s a bonus for attendees: everyone will receive a complimentary copy of Brian’s new book, The Casino Shift, with a book signing following his keynote.

Hear from Brian in the video below, then join us in Toronto this October. Link in bio.

Link in bio for the full news release. And more soon.
09/14/2026

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This International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the people we’ve lost to overdose and the people who continue to ...
08/31/2026

This International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the people we’ve lost to overdose and the people who continue to carry that loss with them.

Because behind every overdose statistic is a person. A friend. A neighbour. A loved one. Someone’s someone.

Knowing how to recognize an overdose and what to do next can save a life. Swipe through to learn the signs.

If you think someone is experiencing an opioid overdose, call 911 and give naloxone if you have it.

This August 31, learn the signs. Share what you know. And remember the people behind the numbers.

If you’re in an emergency or believe someone may be experiencing an overdose, call 9-1-1

If you’re in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 for free, confidential support, 24/7.

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180 Dundas Street W # 2301
Toronto, ON
M5G1Z8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+18008756213

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