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Mental Health for All

CMHA Calgary builds awareness and provides education and support for individuals and families living with a mental health or substance use concern.

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Talk to a Peer

CMHA Calgary’s Peer Support service provides an invaluable opportunity for individuals, family members, and professionals in Calgary to connect with someone who has lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges. By engaging with CMHA Calgary’s Peer Support Workers, you can gain meaningful insights from someone who has been through similar struggles, fostering a sense of connection and belonging within the Calgary community.

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Recovery College

At CMHA Calgary’s Recovery College, our educational approach is designed to empower individuals in Calgary by helping them recognize and develop their own resourcefulness and self-awareness. Whether you are supporting your own recovery or that of a loved one, Recovery College equips you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the recovery journey with confidence and resilience.

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Adult and Workplace Education

CMHA Calgary provides a wide range of virtual and in-person mental health education programs tailored for adult community groups, workplaces, and organizations across Calgary. Our sessions cover essential topics such as mental health awareness, stress management, healthy coping strategies, suicide prevention, and more, offering valuable tools to promote mental well-being within your community or organization.

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Youth Mental Health Education

CMHA Calgary’s YouthSMART program offers a diverse and popular menu of mental health learning sessions and engagement opportunities for schools, youth groups, and sports leagues in Calgary and the surrounding area, serving youth aged 12-24. Each session is age-appropriate, interactive, and flexible, with options for both virtual delivery and in-person facilitation, ensuring accessible mental health education for youth across Calgary.

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Find Support

CMHA Calgary’s Community Navigator offers free support to individuals or loved ones seeking help for mental health or substance use concerns in Calgary. Our Community Navigator provides personalized guidance and comprehensive information about the wide range of services available at CMHA Calgary and within the Calgary community, ensuring you are connected with the right resources to meet your unique needs.

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Become a Monthly Donor

Your monthly contribution can make a significant impact. Just $100 each month provides a one-hour session with a Peer Support Worker for someone in need. By setting up a recurring donation today, you can make a difference for 12 Calgarians this year. Support CMHA Calgary in helping those facing mental health and substance use challenges in our Calgary community.

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On October 28, members of the Alberta Allied Roofing Association (AARA) literally raised the roof, replacing the aging roof at Edge House, one of CMHA Calgary’s supportive housing facilities in…

Stronger Together: Supporting Families Through Change and Challenge
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Imagine walking into a room where every person present whether a lawyer, mental health professional, financial expert is united by one goal: helping families navigate difficult times with respect, understanding,…

The Power of Lived Experience: Honouring the 2025 Canadian Mental Health Association – Calgary Region (CMHA Calgary) School of Peer Support Graduates 
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A Powerful Moment from Road to Recovery
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Building Hope Through Connection: A Q&A with the Survivors of Suicide Community Care Series Team
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