Beneath the surface: Self-care myths and facts Over the years, we’ve seen a steady increase in mental health awareness. More and more, we’re hearing and talking about wellness, mindfulness, therapy, stress management and self-care. While it’s exciting to see increased interest in mental health, the popularization of wellness can sometimes lead to misinformation and the […]Continue readingSelf-care Day – July 24
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A logo for reconciliation: CMHA shows solidarity with Indigenous peoples in Canada
In honour of the children who died at residential schools and in recognition of the survivors and their families, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) will be changing the colour of its logo to orange until Orange Shirt Day on September 30. Beyond the symbolic, the orange logo also signifies our commitment to reconciliation with […]Continue readingA logo for reconciliation: CMHA shows solidarity with Indigenous peoples in Canada
Call for Board Members
The Canadian Mental Health Association, Kamloops Branch (CMHA) is currently seeking candidates for positions on our Board of Directors. The position is a two-year term from May 2021 to May 2023. We are looking for individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences who are interested in helping us fulfill our vision of improving […]Continue readingCall for Board Members
bc211 Information and referrals in BC
Who We Are bc211 is a British Columbia, non-profit organization that provides a free, confidential, multilingual service that links people to resources for help, where and when they need it. We provide information about and referral to a broad range of programs and services, including: basic needs like food and shelter mental health and addictions support legal and financial assistance support for seniors, and much more. […]Continue readingbc211 Information and referrals in BC
Mental Illness Awareness Week
#MIAW20: There is no health without mental health October 2, 2020 Each October, people across Canada speak up for Mental Illness Awareness Week. This year, it is being marked from October 4 –10. It’s a week of public education and awareness that encourages Canadians to learn about mental illness and share their experiences with it. […]Continue readingMental Illness Awareness Week
Christmas came early for those in need
Kamloops North Shore BIA CMHA is so thankful for the community support shown to the Kamloops North Shore Christmas purse drive. Patti Phillips said “Such a day of gratitude. Thank you so much to all of my Angel Friends who came to help bring over all of the purses. Deanna B, Acacia, Caroline, Deanna G, […]Continue readingChristmas came early for those in need
New Clubhouse Hours
Effective April 1, 2019, The Clubhouse hours will change to the following: Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 3pm Friday 8:30am – 2:30pmContinue readingNew Clubhouse Hours
Get ready to #GETLOUD for CMHA Mental Health Week
Time to work on your outside voice! Get ready to Get Loud this May 1-7 for the 66th annual CMHA Mental Health Week.Continue readingGet ready to #GETLOUD for CMHA Mental Health Week
Finding hope in uncertain times: Five tips on coping with change
Vancouver, B.C. – It seems there is a lot more uncertainty in the world today: government leaders around the globe divide opinions, concerns of terrorism are on the rise, and bigger policy changes are happening in many Western countries. It’s on the news, across social media platforms, in conversations with family, friends, and co-workers. The […]Continue readingFinding hope in uncertain times: Five tips on coping with change
Telus donates youth-focused mental health app to CMHA
Today, at the Healthy Minds Healthy Campuses Summit in Vancouver, TELUS announced the donation of its new iOS mindfulness app, thinkFull, to CMHA bCContinue readingTelus donates youth-focused mental health app to CMHA