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Stay informed with CMHA Calgary’s latest news and updates. We’re here to keep you up to date on important mental health developments, community initiatives, expert insights, and organizational milestones. Our goal is to keep you connected with the work we’re doing to support mental wellness and build a stronger, more informed community.

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Sparkles in Our Jar – Christine’s Story
Mar 1st, 2017

Look up “glitter in a jar” on the Internet. It sounds just as beautiful as you would think. It seems as though this idea is being used in many different…

Calgary Hitmen Hosts the First #TalkToday Game
Feb 22nd, 2017

On Friday, February 24, 2017, The Calgary Hitmen host the first #TalkToday game as they play the Medicine Hat Tigers. Canadian Mental Health Association – Calgary Region and the Calgary…

Calgary Flames Hosts 5th Annual #HockeyTalks
Feb 15th, 2017

Tonight, The Calgary Flames host their fifth annual Hockey Talks game as they play the Philadelphia Flyers at Scotiabank Saddledome. The Flames Hockey Talks event is part of a collective effort, with all Canadian NHL clubs dedicating one of their…

War and Peace – Lindsay’s Story
Feb 8th, 2017

Everyone experiences mild forms of musicophilia wherein a song is “stuck” in one’s head.  This is the nearest I can get to shape my reality into a digestible form for…

Pride or Practicality – Michael’s Story
Jan 13th, 2017

I often have the opportunity to speak as an equal with Mental Health Care providers, to discuss what I think is right, wrong or just different.  The following started as…

The Importance of Mental Health – Ben’s Story
Dec 16th, 2016

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of good health? Most people believe good health entails physical elements, like eating healthy, exercising, getting sufficient sleep,…

It’s Never A Straight Road – Leigh’s Story
Nov 23rd, 2016

My uncle is a former Marine in the U.S. Army. During this article it will become clear why I’m only referring to him as my uncle and not giving away…

In a Blink of an Eye – Shawna’s Story
Nov 2nd, 2016

When I was 23, I would classify myself as a “young know-it-all invincible woman”.  I had recently moved from the small town I grew up in to start a new…

Whispers – Bob’s Story
Oct 5th, 2016

Time is relative and certainly something that you can never get back, I should know because for the last 40 years I have allowed time to go by without as…

Denial, Shame & Fear – Shelly’s Story
Sep 21st, 2016

It started when I was 12. For five long years I barely had control over my emotions. The doctors said it was a ‘phase’.  Finally, at 17, a doctor diagnosed…

The Silent Epidemic- Ally’s Story
Aug 24th, 2016

If you Google search “Depression” you’ll find the phrase “The Silent Epidemic” comes up a lot. Since 2004, I’ve tried to be as open about my struggles with depression as…

Martin’s Ride To #DefeatDepression
Jul 6th, 2016

Depression and anxiety drive you to do some crazy things. They rob you of the joy you normally find in life. They pull you away from friends and family. They…

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