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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

CMHA Ottawa CEO's statement on the province's decision to end funding for CTS sites:

Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

This weekend: Join SommWise Inc. and some of Ottawa's top bartenders at Bayview Yards for the first-ever Sunday Sober Showdown: a non-alcoholic cocktail competition where creativity wins and everyone can partake! Proceeds support CMHA Ottawa’s Recovery College. 🍸 Tickets: sommwiseinc.com/sss

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Sunday Sober Showdown — SommWise

A creative cocktail competition shaking up the way we drink. Lets raise a glass and raise the bar for zero proof cocktails!

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

C’est la Journée mondiale de la célébration du soutien par les pairs, un moment pour reconnaître les contributions extraordinaires des pairs aidants partout dans le monde. Ici, à l’ACSM Ottawa, les pairs apportent des qualités uniques et essentielles aux soins de santé mentale que nous offrons.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

It's #GlobalPeerSupportCelebrationDay, a moment to recognize the extraordinary contributions of peer supporters everywhere. Here at CMHA Ottawa, peers bring qualities that are unique and essential to the community-based mental health care we deliver: lived experience, expertise, and empathy.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

It was awesome to meet @lainejohnson.bsky.social and talk #HousingFirst and ending homelessness with a councillor who leads with compassion and a focus on solutions. We're looking forward to chatting more in depth. Keep up the great work, Councillor Johnson!

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Welcome to my new video series: Who To Call. The first edition features ANCHOR, Centretown’s 24/7 response team for people experiencing mental health and substance use crises.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Environ 4,500 décès par suicide chaque année. Ce la représente 12 personnes décès par suicide chaque jour. Ces décès sont évitables. Si vous pensez au suicide, demandez de l'aide. Faites le 9-8-8 ou contactez un ami de confiance. Visitez 988.ca

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Around 4,500 people die by suicide in Canada every year. That’s 12 people dying by suicide each day. These deaths are preventable. If you’re thinking about suicide, reach out for help. Call 9-8-8 or reach out to a trusted friend. Visit 988.ca

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Septembre est le #MoiDuRétablissement. Le rétablissement est possible pour ceux qui le recherchent, mais la stigmatisation peut souvent constituer un obstacle. Pour en savoir plus : ottawa.cmha.ca/fr/lacsm-ott...

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

September is #RecoveryMonth. Recovery is possible for those who are seeking it, but oftentimes stigma can be the barrier. Learn more: ottawa.cmha.ca/cmha-ottawa-... #HopeHealingCommunity

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Au cours de cette semaine de la fierté, nous mettons l'accent sur certaines des voix des membres de la communauté 2SLGBTQIA+ que nous servons, en partageant trois histoires de clients qui ont navigué entre identité, santé mentale et rétablissement : ottawa.cmha.ca/fr/pride-wee...

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

This Pride week, we're focusing on just some of the voices of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community members we serve, sharing three stories of clients who have navigated the intersections of identity, mental health, and recovery: ottawa.cmha.ca/pride-week-2... @fiertecappride.bsky.social

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CMHA Ontario @cmhaontario.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

Curious what the law says and why it matters? Check out this explainer: ontario.cmha.ca/bill-10/ #Bill10 #CMHAOntario #PolicyWatch #SupportiveHousing

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CMHA Ontario @cmhaontario.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

Bill 10 is here, and with it comes a new law that increases landlord responsibility for drug-related activity in rentals. We’re watching closely to see how this plays out, especially for housing providers and tenants navigating complex challenges.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

It's National Indigenous Peoples Day. It's a day to honour the rich cultures, languages, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Turtle Island. Today, we will celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Learn more: ottawa.cmha.ca/nipd/

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CMHA Ottawa honours National Indigenous Peoples Day - CMHA Ottawa

Join 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 in Canada....

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Happy Summer Solstice from all of us at CMHA Ottawa! We are honoured to live and work on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation; today, let's take a moment to honour the land, and celebrate the season of energy, vitality and most importantly, gathering together.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

C'est la Journée de sensibilisation à la santé mentale des hommes. 67 % des hommes n'ont jamais consulté un professionnel. La moitié d'entre eux déclarent ne pas bénéficier d'un soutien social suffisant. Un homme sur quatre est exposé au risque de dépression.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

It’s Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day. 67% of men have never talked to a professional. Half say they don’t have enough social support. 1 in 4 are at risk of depression. CMHA Ottawa is proud to support men of all backgrounds, because connection saves lives.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

2SLGBTQIA+ folks face higher rates of mental health issues, substance use and suicide because of rejection, isolation and discrimination.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Les personnes 2ELGBTQI+ sont confrontées à des taux plus élevés de problèmes de santé mentale, de consommation de substances et de suicide en raison du rejet, de l'isolement et de la discrimination.

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CMHA Ontario @cmhaontario.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Big news in today’s #OntarioBudget: $303M over 3 years for community-based mental health + addictions services, including a 4% base funding boost. This helps keep crisis teams, case managers, ACT teams + more going strong across Ontario.

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RNAO @rnao.ca · 12/05/2025

🗓️Mark your calendars, everyone! From May 12-16 we are celebrating #NursingWeek2025. Check out our member's e-posters on the #NursingWeek portal. Today's events include: ➡️Mental Health of Black Canadians ➡️Championing Diversity and Inclusivity in Health Care

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

For individuals seeking housing after a period of chronic homelessness, hiding their mental health struggles can be just part of their survival, but when support replaces stigma, healing begins : tinyurl.com/43v4zsdn #UnmaskingMentalHealth #MentalHealthWeek #HousingFirst

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Pour les personnes qui cherchent un logement après avoir vécu dans l’itinérance chronique, cacher leurs troubles mentaux peut être une question de survie, mais quand la stigmatisation cède sa place au soutien, la guérison commence : tinyurl.com/4ubhnsn7 #UnmaskingMentalHealth #MentalHealthWeek

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Calling all mental health professionals, academics and advocates: Mark Friday, May 9, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. on your calendars! Learn about advancements in community-based mental health and addictions care at our free Zoom webinar for #MentalHealthWeek. Register now: brightideas2025.eventbrite.ca

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Bright Ideas: Annual Research and Evaluation Highlights at CMHA Ottawa

Learn about advancements in community-based mental health, housing and substance use healthcare at this free webinar for Mental Health Week.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Du 5 au 11 mai, nous encouragerons la population canadienne à regarder au-delà des apparences afin de voir chaque personne dans son ensemble. #SantéMentaleSansMasque En savoir plus sur la #SemaineDeLaSantéMentale et participer : ottawa.cmha.ca/fr/mental-he...

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

For #MentalHealthWeek 2025, we’re encouraging people across Canada to look beyond the surface and see the whole person. From May 5-11, we're #UnMaskingMentalHealth. Learn more and get involved: ottawa.cmha.ca/mental-healt...

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

🏳️‍⚧️ Les personnes trans et non binaires ont toujours été là. Aujourd'hui (et tous les jours), nous les célébrons.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

🏳️‍⚧️ Trans and non-binary people have always been here. Today (and every day), we celebrate them. On International Transgender Day of Visibility, CMHA Ottawa recognizes the achievements, resilience, and contributions of trans communities—while acknowledging the barriers they continue to face.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

It's #BlackMentalHealthWeek in Ontario, so we're proudly highlighting a leader at CMHA Ottawa. @rnao.ca recently sat down with Dania Versailles, Director, Clinical Services, to discuss her experience as a Black healthcare professional and registered nurse: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuFe...

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Dania Versailles - Black History Month 2025

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

À l’ACSM Ottawa, les travailleurs sociaux sont au cœur du soutien et des services que nous offrons.

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

At CMHA Ottawa, social workers are at the core of the supports and services we offer. From mental health and addictions to housing and justice, social workers bring specialized expertise, empathy, and a problem-solving mindset to every aspect of care. #SoAreWe

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Friday evening marked the start of Ramadan, a holy month of fasting, introspection, charity, and prayer for Muslims around the world. That means our colleagues, friends and clients who follow Islam begun their fast on Saturday. Happy Ramadan to all who celebrate in our community!

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

Alors que le Mois de l'histoire des Noirs se termine et que la Semaine de la santé mentale des Noirs commence, nous soulignons la murale dédiée aux personnes et aux communautés africaines, caribéennes et noires, fièrement exposée dans notre espace client. Savoir plus: ottawa.cmha.ca/fr/semaine-d...

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Semaine de la santé mentale des Noirs : Présentation de la murale de l'ACB à l'ACSM Ottawa - CMHA Ottawa

À l’occasion de la Semaine de la santé mentale des Noirs à Ottawa, nous mettons en lumière l’un de nos biens les plus précieux à l’ACSM-Ottawa : la murale dédiée...

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

As Black History Month ends and Black Mental Health Week begins, we're highlighting the mural dedicated to African, Caribbean and Black individuals and communities, proudly displayed in our client space in Vanier. Learn all about it: ottawa.cmha.ca/black-mental...

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Black Mental Health Week: Presenting the ACB mural at CMHA Ottawa - CMHA Ottawa

To mark the occasion of Black Mental Health Week in Ottawa, we’re highlighting one of our prized possessions at CMHA Ottawa: the mural dedicated to African, Caribbean and Black individuals...

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Your vote. Your voice. Your 'someone'. We've done the homework for you: the @cmhaontario.bsky.social website now features a full breakdown of the Ontario parties' commitments to mental health, addictions, housing, and public safety. Check it out: thinkofyoursomeone.ca #OnPoli #VoteSmart

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Votre vote. Votre voix. Votre « quelqu'un ». Nous avons fait le travail pour vous : notre site Web présente maintenant une ventilation complète des engagements des partis de l'Ontario en matière de santé mentale, de toxicomanie, de logement et de sécurité publique. thinkofyoursomeone.ca

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uOttawa Innovation @uottawa-innovation.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

 🏘️La crise de logement, de l'itinérance et de la santé mentale continue de croître au Canada, impactant les systèmes de santé, de justice et les structures sociales. Avec @cmhaottawa.bsky.social, @uottawa.bsky.social s'engage à trouver des solutions durables pour ces enjeux. 🔗 bit.ly/438tSkR

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L’Université d’Ottawa et l’ACSM s’attaquent ensemble aux problèmes de logement et de santé mentale | Recherche et innovation

Ce partenariat témoigne de l’engagement indéfectible de l’Université d’Ottawa à mener des travaux de recherche utiles et à s’investir concrètement auprès de la communauté afin de trouver des solutions...

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uOttawa Innovation @uottawa-innovation.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

🏘️ The housing crisis, homelessness, and mental health issues continue to grow in Canada, impacting health, justice, and social systems.  With @cmhaottawa.bsky.social, @uottawa.bsky.social is committed to finding sustainable solutions for these pressing challenges.  🔗 bit.ly/4ibQSDN

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The University of Ottawa partners with Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ottawa to address mental health and housing issues | Research and innovation

This milestone reflects uOttawa’s unwavering commitment to meaningful research and transformative community engagement in search of solutions to some of Ottawa’s most pressing social challenges: housi...

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CMHA Ontario @cmhaontario.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Ontario Leaders' Debate: here's a thread on what was mentioned around mental health, addictions, and housing. Before you vote on Feb 27, consider where each leader stands on the issues that matter most to you. Learn more: ThinkofYourSomeone.ca #SomeonesSomeone #OnPoli

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Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) @cmhaottawa.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Prep your pecs, #Ottawa: The Push-Up Challenge starts tomorrow! Register to support the Ottawa branch: www.thepushupchallenge.ca/.../cmha-ont... You'll be helping us provide vital programs and services for individuals in our community experiencing mental illness, addictions and homelessness.

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Gord Johns @gordjohns.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Have you heard about the Push-up Challenge for @cmhaottawa.bsky.social? It starts February 11th & is a way for Canadians to get active while learning more about mental health. Find out how you can participate here: www.thepushupchallenge.ca

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2,000 push-ups in 18 days, from February 11-28 2025. Get fit, have fun, learn about mental health. 2 000 push-ups en 18 jours, du 11 au 28 février 2025. Une occasion de se mettre en forme, de s’amus...

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CMHA Ontario @cmhaontario.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Mental health and addictions on the trail: week one. Let's roundup all of the mentions during the #OnPoli campaign so far. Thread below 👇

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