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Season’s greetings from CMHA
Dec 18, 2024As the holiday season approaches, we extend warm wishes to you from everyone at CMHA-CT. We recognize that, for some, the holidays can be a challenging time. It can be…
Beyond remembrance: supporting veterans’ mental health on every front
Nov 11, 2024Every year on Nov. 11, Canadians pause for Remembrance Day to honour the bravery, dedication and sacrifices made by veterans. But as we reflect on the courage displayed on the…
Thanking John Deere for their Donation
Nov 8, 2024We would like to formally thank @johndeere for their generous donation of $10,000 to the Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming (CMHA-CT) Branch. This funding will be used to support the…
CMHA-CT launches “Someone’s Someone” – a provincial campaign to humanize substance use and drive change
Oct 30, 2024In Ontario, addiction is more than a statistic—it’s a deeply personal crisis affecting our families, friends and communities. Behind every number, there’s a story. Behind every story, there’s a person—a…
Algoma University and CMHA-CT Sign MOU in Timmins
Jul 16, 2024The Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch (CMHA-CT) and Algoma University (AU) have partnered up to enhance mental health care for AU students and their families. Photographed is…
Reflecting on Canada Day: CMHA Ontario’s Commitment to Supporting Indigenous Mental Health
Jul 1, 2024On July 1, CMHA Ontario joins many across the country in reflecting on Canada’s past and future. While many celebrate, we recognize that for Indigenous peoples in Canada, this day…
CMHA-CT Takes over SHST Operations
Jun 27, 2024As of July 1st, 2024, operations for Safe Health Site Timmins (SHST) will be officially transferred from the Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) to the Canadian Mental Health Association Cochrane-Timiskaming…
June 27 is PTSD Awareness Day
Jun 27, 2024CMHA-CT and organizations worldwide recognize June 27 as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day. PTSD is a mental health condition triggered by traumatic events like natural disasters, accidents, war, or…
CMHA Honours National Indigenous Peoples Day
Jun 21, 2024Join us on June 21 to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. It’s an opportunity to honour the rich cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. This day…
Celebrate Pride during June
Jun 1, 2024CMHA-CT is joined by individuals and organizations worldwide to celebrate the history, courage and diversity of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) individuals for…
CMHA recognizes World Schizophrenia Awareness Day
May 24, 2024CMHA-CT recognizes May 24th as Early Psychosis and Schizophrenia Awareness Day dedicated to supporting individuals living with early psychosis and schizophrenia to reach their full potential. Schizophrenia affects approximately 20…
CMHA recognizes International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
May 17, 2024This May 17, CMHA-CT joins individuals and organizations worldwide to recognize International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). The 2SLGBTQIA+ community faces a range of mental health challenges due…
Join CMHA-CT as we observe Red Dress Day on May 5th
May 5, 2024Content warning: This message refers to colonial and gender-based violence. CMHA-CT recognizes May 5 as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People…
CMHA-CT is hiring!
Apr 18, 2024See our recruitment poster here. Are you passionate about working in social services? Looking for employment in the Cochrane-Timiskaming region? Perhaps working with our organization is your next adventure! CMHA-CT…
CMHA-CT Achieves Accreditation with Exemplary Standing
Nov 9, 2023“Accreditation Canada is a global, not-for-profit organization that works alongside federally recognized health and social service organizations looking to achieve the highest standards of care for their community members. In…
Honorer la journée de la robe rouge : Leur sécurité est notre responsabilité commune
May 5, 2025Avertissement sur le contenu : Violence coloniale et sexiste. Aujourd’hui, l’ACSM-CT se joint à l’ACSM Ontario et aux communautés de toute la province pour honorer la Journée de la robe…
Celebrating Social Work Week: Honouring the Heart of Our Communities
Mar 4, 2025March 3-9 is National Social Work Week, and here at the Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming (CMHA-CT) Branch, we are proud to join organizations across the country in…
Black History Month 2025: Celebrating Black Legacy and Leadership in Mental Health and Addictions
Feb 3, 2025This Black History Month, we honour the theme “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations” by recognizing the incredible contributions of Black leaders who have reshaped…
CMHA-CT honours Transgender Day of Remembrance
Nov 20, 2024At CMHA-CT, we recognize that the violence faced by 2 Spirit, trans, and non-binary individuals is not a thing of the past—it is an urgent and ongoing crisis. On Transgender…
CMHA Recognizes Prisoners’ Justice Day
Aug 10, 2024On August 10th, CMHA-CT joins organizations nationwide to commemorate Prisoners’ Justice Day. This annual event honours individuals in federal and provincial custody who have died unnatural or violent deaths while…
Attention Services Users & Partners: CMHA-CT Service Update
Jun 17, 2024As of July 2, 2024, CMHA-CT reception will be closed during the 12pm-1pm lunch hour. This includes physical office spaces and phone lines in each of our locations (Timmins: 2nd…
Understanding and Coping with Climate Anxiety
Apr 22, 2024The growing Climate Crisis is having a profound impact on people’s mental health in the form of climate anxiety. Each day, more stories emerge about the effects of climate change….
CMHA Celebrates National Volunteer Week 2024
Apr 15, 2024This week, CMHA-CT joins organizations across the country in celebrating Canada’s 13 million volunteers during National Volunteer Week. This year’s theme is “Every Moment Matters.” It highlights the importance of…
CMHA Supports International Transgender Day of Visibility
Mar 28, 2024On March 31, CMHA-CT celebrates International Transgender Day of Visibility, an event recognizing the resilience and accomplishments of the transgender community. A transgender person is someone whose gender identity is…