CMHA News
Here, you will find CMHA Vernon’s latest news and press releases.
Awakening the Spirit Art Show & Sale highlights use of Art in Mental Wellness
The power of art as a therapeutic activity benefiting the mental health of individuals and communities is showcased at the 14th Annual Awakening the Spirit Art Show and...
Crisis Line Receives Large Community Boost and Looking for Volunteers
The Vernon Crisis Line has been operating since 1975, supporting people in distress in our community. In 2016, the Crisis Line answered over 5500 calls with most...
Work Out Wise Program Launched to Improve Seniors Mental and Physical Health
CMHA Vernon is delighted to announce the launch of a new program, Work Out Wise, to improve mental health for Vernon senior’s through physical activity. Today’s...
Safeguard your mental health in fire season
Being forced from one’s home by a natural disaster is a rare occurrence that most of us will never face. However, tens of thousands of British Columbians are going...
Local Ride Don’t Hide team becomes top fundraising team in Canada
With a large gift from the Bannister Family, Liam’s Lunar Monkey’s takes top honours for Ride Don’t Hide, raising over $31,000 In the week following the outstanding...
Record-breaking Ride Don’t Hide event raises over $45,000 in Vernon
Record-breaking Ride Don’t Hide event raises over $1.5 million for mental health across Canada 191 riders in Vernon take part in Canada’s largest mental health bike...
Coping with a natural disaster
Mental health tips for you and your family Having to flee your home, leave animals or possessions behind and relocating can cause distress, fear and anxiety for you and...
#walkaboutit – Kayla Read Hikes PCT for Workplace Mental Health
On May 12th Kayla Read will take the first step on an amazing journey of self-discovery in an effort to raise awareness and funds for workplace mental health in Vernon....
Vernon Doctors’ Hockey Tournament gives $2,500 in memory of Laura Taylor
The 33rd annual Vernon Doctors Hockey Tournament Society (VDHTS) was held on March 4th- 5th. This is the largest Physicians Hockey Tournament in Western Canada. Through...
Ride Don’t Hide
Come out and join us on June 25th at Creekside Park for Ride Don't Hide to raise awareness and funds for mental health in our community. Our goal is to break down the...
Mixing It Up for Mental Health Event to raise funds for youth mental health
The public can ensure kids can be kids even when their parents are struggling with mental health. The Canadian Mental Health Association is hosting its Mixing it Up for...
#walkaboutit – Workplace Mental Health Fundraiser
Kayla Read is hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) to raise funds for mental health! The #Walkaboutit fundraising campaign aims to raise awareness about Workplace...