Balance Blog

Balance is CMHA Calgary’s mental health blog, which aims to raise awareness, provide hope, build community and promote mental wellness through personal stories, mental health tips and information, expert opinions and community insights.

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Program Changes: Counselling and Welcome Centre

Due to funding changes, CMHA Calgary’s Counselling program, including our suicide bereavement, Sur...
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Alberta family loses son to suicide while he waited for mental health care – Global News

According to the Calgary executive director of the Canadian Mental Health Association, the wait in A...
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Canadian Mental Health Association launches learning platform for teens and young adults – Calgary Journal

Many people, especially young people, struggle with their mental health. To help, the Canadian Menta...
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Calgary Hitmen announce mental health awareness game on Feb. 1 – CTV News Calgary

Calgary Hitmen announce mental health awareness game on Feb. 1 The Calgary Hitmen will be hosting a ...
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Community Partner: YW Calgary

YW Calgary works every day to establish a world where women and their families can thrive safely and...
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Your donations make a difference!

Did you know that for every $1 you give, we provide $3.36 in a social return on investment back to ...
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Win a prize for finishing an EQUIPPED course!

This past September, we launched EQUIPPED, a new website that offers free mental wellness training a...
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This holiday season, give hope, health, and a warm welcome home.

Can you imagine experiencing severe mental health challenges without a safe place to call home? For ...
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November 5th is Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

Every year, over 500 people die by suicide in Alberta. Those left behind are left to navigate an oft...
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