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Wildfire-Related Mental Health
Learn how to navigate wildfire-related mental health concerns Vernon, BC – Just the very thought of wildfire, smoky skies and potential evacuation can have a...
Awakening the Spirit Art Show 2024
Awakening the Spirit Art Show opens discussion on mental health Vernon, BC – North Okanagan residents can celebrate local artists who are using creativity to express...
9-8-8 Milestone
9-8-8 six-month anniversary highlights key role of Vernon responders. The Canadian Mental Health Association Vernon & District is providing care and compassion to...
Ride Don’t Hide Raises over $53,000 for Youth Mental Health
Ride Don't Hide was held June 9 and more than $53,000 was raised for the Youth Integrated Services Hub operated by Canadian Mental Health Association Vernon &...
Register now for Ride Don’t Hide
Ride Don’t Hide will be hosted by Canadian Mental Health Association Vernon & District June 9 at Polson Park. Registration opens at 8 a.m., with the event starting at 9 a.m.
More than 25 affordable homes preserved in Vernon
From the BC Ministry of Housing People living in Vernon will continue to have access to 26 affordable rental homes made possible through a recent purchase from the...
Mental Health Week shines spotlight on kindness and compassion
Mental Health Week, which runs from May 6 to May 12, is being celebrated in the North Okanagan. This year’s theme, Healing through Compassion, focuses on how compassion...
Block Party highlights Mental Health Week in Vernon
The theme of Mental Health Week is healing with compassion and kindness.
Register now for Ride Don’t Hide and support local youth.
A popular event returns this June, providing North Okanagan residents an opportunity to support youth mental health. The Canadian Mental Health Association Vernon &...
Hundreds participate in Coldest Night of the Year
“The fragility of home security is increasing for many people in the North Okanagan, and we are grateful that businesses, organizations and individuals recognize that reality and provide support where they can. Thank you.”
Deep freeze emphasizes the need for Coldest Night of the Year
Recent frigid weather demonstrates the conditions those at risk of homelessness face and the urgent need for North Okanagan residents to rally around their neighbours....
Community Led Engagement.
The impact on the mental health of individuals within our community and individuals working within the police force due to the current status of our police force is far too damaging to the individuals involved and the community as a whole. We aim to help improve and protect the well-being of all those involved in police interaction.