Funding for local mental health care programs provided by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) got a boost recently when Tolko’s vice-president of people and services, Tanya Wick, presented a generous donation of $6,000 on behalf of Tolko to Julia Payson, CMHA’s executive director. “CMHA Vernon is extremely grateful for the generous support from Tolko,” […]Continue readingTolko Donates $6,000 for Mental Health Care Programs in Vernon & District
Yesterday, more than 200 riders cycled in the 7th annual Ride Don’t Hide event at Creekside Park, raising $57,585 for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Vernon & District Branch. The largest mental health bike ride in Canada, taking place in 31 communities across the country, Ride Don’t Hide raises much-needed funds that stay in local […]Continue readingRide Don’t Hide Vernon Raises More Than $57,000 To End Mental Health Stigma
Let’s #GetLoud about what mental health really is during the 67th Canadian Mental Health Association’s annual Mental Health Week, May 7-13, 2018. Each May, Canadians in communities, schools, workplaces and the House of Commons rally around CMHA Mental Health Week. CMHA Mental Health Week raises awareness about the importance of mental health. Mental health is […]Continue readingMental Health Week – May 7-13
O’Haira’s The Salon is partnering with CMHA to host Wellness Month in April to raise awareness and funds to improve mental health services in our community. In any given year, 1 in 5 people in Canada will personally experience a mental health illness. By age 40, about 50% of the population will have had a mental illness. […]Continue readingO’Haira’s The Salon Wellness Month to Raise Funds for Mental Health
The Kal is partnering with the Canadian Mental Health Association to host Beat The Blues to raise awareness about depression and funds for mental health in our community. Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression that usually begins in the fall when the days get shorter and lasts through the winter. SAD […]Continue readingBeat the Blues Event to Raise Funds for Mental Health
CMHA Vernon is excited to announce an important performance by Séan McCann, long time member of Great Big Sea at the Powerhouse Theatre this spring. On March 4, Séan McCann will share his music and story of abuse and addiction in a special intimate performance to raise funds and awareness about mental health in our […]Continue readingSéan McCann of Great Big Sea Performs to Raise Funds for CMHA
The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy, celebration and for spending time with those we love. However, the festivities come with high expectations of perfection that many of us struggle to live up to. Many people experience feelings of isolation, financial strain or increased family conflict that can make this a […]Continue reading15 Tips for Holiday Peace of Mind and Coping with Holiday Grief this Festive Season
Addictions are one of the most dangerous and destructive issues facing youth in our community. Today, 85% of Canadian teenagers have consumed alcohol and 50% have consumed illegal drugs. The most at risk to develop addictions are youth under the age of 25. CMHA Suicide Awareness Group, Mental Illness Family Support Centre and the North […]Continue readingDr. Ocana, Speaks on Youth & Addictions with Panel and Resource Fair
The Canada Post Foundation made an amazing gift of $10,000 to improve youth mental health services in our community. The Canada Post Foundation supports organizations working to improve youth mental health throughout the country. In the past five years, the Foundation has provided more than $6 million to build libraries, create sports and breakfast programs, […]Continue readingCanada Post Foundation Gives $10,000 for Youth Mental Health
Vernon Secondary School class of 1987 came together for their 30 year high school reunion raising over $700 in honour of Michael Schratter, founder of the Ride Don’t Hide movement. Ride Don’t Hide is an annual community bike ride hosted by the Canadian Mental Health Association in celebration and support of mental health. A nation-wide […]Continue readingVSS 30 Year Grad Reunion Supports Mental Health in Honour of Michael Schratter
