CMHA News
Here, you will find CMHA Vernon’s latest news and press releases.
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15 Tips for Holiday Peace of Mind and Coping with Holiday Grief this Festive Season
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...
Simply Delicious Raising Funds for CMHA Kids
Simply Delicious Natural & Gourmet Market is making a win-win for local youth mental health. From now to the end of December, customers can add a donation to their...
Georgette Shop Partners With Vernon Youth for Reusable Shopping Bags Made From T-Shirts
Two Vernon youth are taking on the challenge of reducing the use of plastic bags in our community. When they became aware of the harm that plastic can do to the...
CMHA Elects New Board of Directors – Celebrates 60 Years of Community at AGM
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) – Vernon & District Branch held its Annual General Meeting September 26 at the CMHA Vernon Branch Conference Room....
Canadian Mental Health Association Hosts 3rd Annual ‘Be the Light’ for World Suicide Prevention Day
Every day, ten Canadians die by suicide, while two hundred more attempt suicide. Tragically, the North Okanagan has one of the highest youth suicide rates in our...
Canadian Mental Health Association to Host Suicide Support Group
Losing a loved one to suicide can be one of the most difficult types of trauma to overcome. Anger, depression, loneliness and guilt are just some of the emotional...
Bracken Insurance – The Co-operators Donates to CMHA
It is always exciting when we get to make a new connection and give a tour of our building and what we do here. Thank you to Dale and Simone of Bracken Insurance - The...
Vernon Ride Don’t Hide Cycling Team is Tops in Canada for Third Year in a Row
A mother’s mission to end mental health stigma helped Vernon team become the biggest Ride Don’t Hide cycling fundraising team in Canada. With just $851 left to reach...
Awakening the Spirit Art Show Celebrates the Therapeutic Power of Art
photo: CMHA Vernon Rehabilitation and Wellness program manager Lenai Schmidt at the Awakening the Spirit Art Show The power of art as a therapeutic activity benefiting...
CMHA Vernon Receives $33,922 from Bollywood Event to Support Crisis Line and Youth Programs
Canadian Mental Health Association, (CMHA) - Vernon & District Branch received $33,922 for its youth programs and Crisis Line from a local fund raising event....
Vernon Doctors Hockey Tournament Funds CMHA Education
We are grateful for the generosity of our community! The Vernon Doctor's Hockey Tournament Society has again donated $2,500 towards Mental Health Education in memory of...