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CMHA Calgary
Canadian Mental Health Association · Calgary
Explore peer support, practical learning, community programs and housing-related supports for people navigating mental health or substance use concerns, along with their families and supporters.
Looking for printable information? Browse free resourcesYour journey starts here
Everyone’s journey is different. Choose what feels right and find a place to start.
Support can start with a conversation
Peer Support is available by appointment, and 211 Alberta can help you find community resources. Community Navigation is temporarily paused for new requests.
You don’t need every answer
Learn how to listen, connect with a Peer Support Worker or explore courses you can attend as a family member or friend.
Free learning, welcoming conversations
Recovery College offers free courses with no diagnosis or referral needed. You can also find mental health education for workplaces and youth.
Make a difference in Calgary
Your support makes community-based mental health programs possible. Give a one-time gift, explore monthly giving or get involved.
Support, learning and belonging
There are many ways to connect with CMHA Calgary. Explore peer support, mental health education, community connections and help navigating available resources.
Connection through lived experience
Connect with someone who understands mental health or substance use challenges firsthand. Peer Support offers individuals, families and professionals an opportunity to be heard, build connection and explore next steps.
Explore Peer SupportPractical learning for your journey
Courses and discussion groups help people build self-awareness, resourcefulness and skills to support their own recovery or the recovery of someone they care about.
Explore coursesMental health learning for communities and teams
Virtual and in-person sessions cover mental health awareness, stress, healthy coping, suicide prevention and more for workplaces, adult groups and organizations.
Explore educationMeaningful conversations with young people
YouthSMART offers interactive, age-appropriate sessions and engagement opportunities for schools, youth groups and sports leagues serving young people ages 12–24.
Explore YouthSMARTA place to start when you need support
Community Navigation is temporarily paused for new requests as of November 13, 2026. Peer Support appointments and other community resources remain available.
For support now: book Peer Support or contact 211 Alberta.
Read the service updateA welcoming place to connect
Discover a welcoming community space where people can meet, take part in activities and find opportunities for peer connection and belonging.
Explore the Welcome CentreMore ways we support Calgary
Additional spaces for connection, learning and individualized support, depending on a person’s circumstances and program eligibility.
Peer-led community care sessions and activities for people personally affected by suicide, including those navigating suicide loss.
Explore SOS programmingA peer support learning program for women who have experienced gender-based violence, focused on skills, confidence and connection.
Explore Women of CourageA Recovery College offering centred on community connection. Visit the course page for future scheduling and availability information.
Explore HorizonsA coordinated early-intervention initiative addressing hoarding-related challenges and supporting housing stability.
Learn about housing & supportSpecialized services may require referral. This link opens the broader housing and support overview.
Free resources to use and share
Looking for something you can save, print or pass along? Explore practical guides, worksheets and program information for yourself, your family, clients or workplace.
Printable program information
Easy-to-share overviews of CMHA Calgary programs and services, including Peer Support and education.
Browse free downloadsYouthSMART · PDF workbook
A printable workbook with reflection prompts and practical activities to recognize and manage stress.
Open workbook (PDF)YouthSMART · PDF workbook
Guided exercises for mindfulness, emotional awareness and coping with difficult moments.
Open workbook (PDF)For families & caregivers
Explore the YouthSMART mental health resource guide for parents, caregivers and other supportive adults.
Explore the guideExplore the full collection
Browse more guides, program brochures and materials you can download or share.
Good to know
You don’t have to know exactly what you need before reaching out. Here are a few practical answers about taking the next step.
More frequently asked questionsConnect, learn and take part
One place to find activities, recent stories and the calendars that help you plan your next visit.
Upcoming public activities are requested from the Recovery College calendar when the feed is available. For confirmed dates, spaces and registration, use the live schedules.
Explore groups, peer connection and activities at the Welcome Centre in Kensington.
See current activitiesFind free opportunities to learn online or in person. Registration details are on the course website.
See available coursesFind community activities and local events in the live calendar maintained on this website.
View community calendarLatest published articles load from the CMHA Calgary WordPress site when its public feed is available.
Explore the newest news, program stories and community resources directly on the CMHA Calgary website.
Explore news and updatesGo straight to the source for schedules, registration details and the latest changes.
Activities and opportunities for connection at 2540 Kensington Road NW. Open Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
View Welcome Centre calendar
Free online and in-person mental health and wellness courses. Check each course for dates and registration.
View Recovery College calendarSee CMHA Calgary’s current community events in the existing live WordPress calendar below.
Jump to the live calendar
Real people, meaningful connection
The people behind CMHA Calgary’s Survivors of Suicide Community Care Group share how lived experience, listening and connection help create a welcoming place to begin.
“In peer support, it’s about connection and commonality. We’re all in this together.”Bob · Survivors of Suicide group facilitatorMeet the team ↗
Introducing Renewal · Our Strategic Framework 2026–2029
Calgary’s needs are changing. Our new strategic framework sets out how we’ll reduce barriers, strengthen partnerships and build a more connected community mental health system.
Where we’re headedHelping people build stability, connection and wellbeing, with support that meets them where they are.
Support stability through housing, basic needs and practical assistance.
Build skills and connection through education, prevention and peer support.
Support recovery, wellbeing and opportunities for personal growth.
Our four priorities: Organizational Sustainability · Sector and Community Leadership · Integrated Service Delivery · Innovation and Learning.
Explore our strategic planYour support in action
Every connection counts. Here are three highlights from CMHA Calgary’s 2025–2026 program impact reports.
Source: CMHA Calgary’s 2025–2026 program impact reports for Peer Support, Recovery College and Housing, Outreach and Support Services. These are separate program measures, not an unduplicated total. Read the 2025–2026 Report to Community.
Support the work
Explore the campaigns making local mental health programs and connection possible.
Annual campaign · Coming soon
Behind every feeling is a person. Our new campaign is coming soon, with stories and ways to help make mental health support possible in Calgary.
Donate to CMHA Calgary
Support local mental health programs through the raffle.
Explore ↗Your donation matters
Become a monthly donor through The Holding Space. Your steady support helps keep peer connection, practical mental health education and community-based programs within reach for Calgarians.
Explore monthly giving Make a one-time giftOne example of impact
$100 / monthA $100 monthly gift can help provide a one-hour session with a Peer Support Worker, creating space for connection and understanding.
Stay in the loop
Receive the latest mental health resources, community updates, stories and ways to get involved in our work across Calgary.
Prefer text? Text GOOD to 825-201-5328 for mental health resources and community updates.
Our community of support
We’re grateful to the funders, community partners and supporters whose contributions strengthen mental health awareness, education and support across Calgary.
