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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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4 Steps to Finding Mental Health Resources in Calgary
Jun 23rd, 2023Struggling with mental health or substance use concerns can be overwhelming – and while Calgary is home to a wealth of resources, finding the right ones to help you embark…
NEW EQUIPPED COURSE: Skills for Being There
May 1st, 2023Skills for Being There We are excited to announce that we have expanded our EQUIPPED program with a third course offering called “Skills for Being There.” [btn text=”Check Out EQUIPPED!”…
Introducing… KidSMART!
May 1st, 2023Introducing…KidSMART! We are extremely excited to introduce KidSMART to our community! [btn text=”View KidSMART!” url=”https://www.youthsmart.ca/kidsmart/” new_tab=”false”] KidSMART is a continuation of CMHA Calgary’s youth-focused, mental health programming. Specifically targeting…
Program Changes: Counselling and Welcome Centre
Mar 1st, 2023Due to funding changes, CMHA Calgary’s Counselling program, including our suicide bereavement, Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, grief and loss, and family support services, will be closing effective March 31,…
Alberta family loses son to suicide while he waited for mental health care – Global News
Feb 14th, 2023According to the Calgary executive director of the Canadian Mental Health Association, the wait in Alberta’s public system is anywhere from six months to two years. “Fifty-four per cent of…
Community Partner: YW Calgary
Jan 11th, 2023YW Calgary works every day to establish a world where women and their families can thrive safely and equitably. They care about each other, their clients and the community and…
Your donations make a difference!
Dec 8th, 2022Did you know that for every $1 you give, we provide $3.36 in a social return on investment back to the community? But more than that, your gifts make a real…
Win a prize for finishing an EQUIPPED course!
Dec 1st, 2022This past September, we launched EQUIPPED, a new website that offers free mental wellness training and tools for young people. The site currently offers two courses: Mental Health Awareness and…
This holiday season, give hope, health, and a warm welcome home.
Nov 29th, 2022Can you imagine experiencing severe mental health challenges without a safe place to call home? For many of CMHA Calgary’s clients, it is their reality. As a refugee, Omar* had experienced…
November 5th is Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
Oct 3rd, 2022Every year, over 500 people die by suicide in Alberta. Those left behind are left to navigate an often complex grief process that comes with a loss by suicide. Survivors…
Help Support Youth Mental Health this Back-To-School Season
Sep 8th, 2022“The bell had just rung. Students expressed their gratitude as they trickled into the bustling hallway. I had just finished my seventh presentation of the day at a junior high…
Introducing EQUIPPED: A New Online Mental Health Resource for Young Adults
Sep 6th, 2022Phillip Thomas was a special student at the University of Calgary. Intelligent and athletic, he had an incredible ability to make everyone laugh. As a member of the UofC…
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