Awakening the Spirit Art Show & Sale

The Canadian Mental Health Association is proud to host the 23rd annual Awakening the Spirit Art Show & Sale, celebrating the creative talents of people living with mental illness. It will run from July 23 to Aug. 18, 2026.

Art has a therapeutic quality that has proven to benefit the mental health of individuals. Artwork on display is from those living with mental illness who have used art to improve their mental health. We hope to break down some of the barriers and stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness through art and creativity.

The Awakening the Spirit Art Show is here to celebrate first-time participants and our long standing artists. All artwork is previously undiscovered as it is being displayed for the first time at the Vernon Community Arts Centre.

For more information, click our Q&A Guidelines below or contact Zoe at (250) 542-3114 Ext 227. Please download the Q&A Guidelines HERE

Art submission forms are available at the CMHA Vernon reception desk, 3100 28th Avenue. The application form can also be FOUND HERE

Art submissions are to be submitted with the completed forms. Submit artwork at CMHA Vernon from June 15 to 19.

CMHA is dedicated to reducing the stigma within our community that affects people who live with mental illness.