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Season’s greetings from CMHA
Dec 18th, 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 11th, 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 8th, 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 30th, 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 16th, 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 1st, 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 27th, 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 27th, 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 21st, 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 1st, 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 24th, 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 17th, 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 5th, 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 18th, 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 9th, 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…
Black History Month: Honouring Black brilliance in mental health and addictions
Feb 3rd, 2026Black History Month is an opportunity to recognize the enduring impact of Black Canadians whose leadership has shaped this country’s past and continues to influence its future. This year’s national…
Understanding the science of addiction: How our brain rewires itself
Nov 17th, 2025When we hear the word addiction, most of us think of drugs (substances), including alcohol. But addiction can also form with activities like gambling, gaming, shopping, eating, sex, social media,…
CMHA-CT observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Sep 30th, 2025On September 30, CMHA-CT stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the strength and resilience of residential school survivors,…
CMHA-CT recognizes Recovery Month 2025
Sep 1st, 2025September is Recovery Month, and CMHA-CT joins communities across Canada and around the world in recognizing this important observance. Recovery Month is a public health movement that affirms recovery is…
Reflecting on Canada Day: A time to listen, learn and act
Jul 1st, 2025As Canada Day approaches, CMHA-CT encourages reflection, not just celebration. For many, July 1 is a day of pride and community. But for many Indigenous peoples, it’s also a painful…
Honouring National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day
Jun 1st, 2025June is National Indigenous History Month — a time to reflect, learn, and act. At CMHA – Cochrane Timiskaming, we join individuals and organizations across the country in recognizing the…
Pride Month 2025
Jun 1st, 2025This June, we’re proud to stand with Ontario’s Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) communities. When we think about Pride, our focus is on…
Honorer la journée de la robe rouge : Leur sécurité est notre responsabilité commune
May 5th, 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…
International Day of Transgender Visibility 2025
Mar 31st, 2025Transgender and non-binary people have always been here—and today (and every day), we celebrate them. March 31st marks International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), an annual event dedicated to recognizing…
Celebrating Social Work Week: Honouring the Heart of Our Communities
Mar 4th, 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 3rd, 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…
NRC Now Under CMHA-CT Umbrella
Jan 29th, 2025The Canadian Mental Health Association Cochrane-Timiskaming is proud to announce that as of November 1, 2024, the Northeastern Recovery Centre (NRC) has made the strategic decision to realign their services…