CMHA will be screening “The Widsom of Trauma” as part of Mental Health Week on Wednesday May 4th as part of our Open House. Check out the Trailer below: About “Wisdom of Trauma” The interconnected epidemics of anxiety, chronic illness and substance abuse are, according to Dr Gabor Maté, normal. But not in the way […]Continue readingThe Wisdom Of Trauma
For immediate release March Mullets for Mental Health raises over $16,000 for mental health programming in Fort McMurray (Fort McMurray, AB – April 5, 2022) – CMHA Wood Buffalo Region is excited to share the results of its month-long March Mullets for Mental Health program. Thanks to our amazing mullet participants and our 50/50 program […]Continue readingMarch Mullets for Mental Health raises over $16,000
Mar 1, 2022 For immediate release New research shows chronic stress taking toll on individuals and organizations TORONTO (ONTARIO) Mar. 1, 2022 – Far from feeling the pandemic is over, most people in Canada are stressed about what’s next, with 64% worried about new variants and 57% worried about COVID-19 circulating in the population for […]Continue readingMost Canadians worry COVID will never go away
CMHA and CJHL partner for ‘Talk Today’ month across Canada February 28, 2022, Fort McMurray – Throughout the month of February, Canadian Mental Health Association Wood Buffalo was proud to partner with the Fort McMurray Oil Barons to highlight the importance of mental health as part of Talk Today month across Canada. Throughout February teams across the Alberta Junior Hockey League shared positive mental health on their […]Continue readingCMHA Wood Buffalo Partners with Fort McMurray Oil Barons for “Talk Today” Month
The March Mullet Campaign is designed to initiate an honest conversation associated with men’s mental health. The mullet is a symbol for change to break the stigma about men seeking support. Register to grow a mullet and raise funds, or purchase a wig for $25 and join CMHA’s team! CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR REGISTER […]Continue readingMarch Mullets for Mental Health returns for 2022
For Immediate Release Improving the Mental Wellness of Alberta’s Youth [Fort McMurray, Alberta] July 21, 2021 – Up to $7.3 million will support the expansion of youth mental health hubs, which provide young Albertans with a one-stop shop for services that improve their mental health and overall wellness. The Wood Buffalo Integrated Youth Network will receive substantial funding […]Continue readingMEDIA RELEASE: Alberta Government Announces Substantial Funding for Wood Buffalo Integrated Youth Network
This Saturday is Self Care Day. This day is an opportunity to raise the profile of healthy lifestyle programs around the world. The date itself (24-07) symbolizes that the benefits of self-care are experienced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our friends at Exhale Yoga & Barre are offering FREE classes all day […]Continue readingSelf Care Day is this Saturday
For National Indigenous Peoples Day, let’s amplify Indigenous voices. Here are some suggestions to get you started: WITHIN THE RMWB : Name Social Media Notes McMurray Métis @mcmurraymetis (Twitter/IG) www.mcmurraymetis.org Fort McMurray 468 First Nation @468fort (twitter) @fm468fn (IG) www.fortmcmurray468firstnation.ca Athabasca Tribal Council @athabascaTC (Twitter/IG) www.atcfn.ca Fort Mckay First Nation @fortmckay (Twitter/IG) www.fortmckay.com Athabasca Chipewyan First […]Continue readingAmplify Indigenous Voices
Canadian Mental Health Association on Reconciliation and mental health Toronto, ON June 21, 2021: The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is deeply troubled by the findings of the remains of 215 children in unmarked and undocumented graves at a residential school in Kamloops, BC. We extend our deepest condolences to those who are grieving […]Continue readingNational Indigenous Peoples Day
April 7, 2022 – Mix 103.7 March Mullets For Mental Health March 30, 2022 – Mike & Hudson on McMurray Matters March Mullets for Mental Health June 16, 2021 – Shaye Ganam (630 CHED) #BuddyUp June 15, 2021 – CBC Edmonton News #BuddyUp June 15, 2021 – CBC Calgary “The Homestretch with Doug Dirks, Jenny […]Continue readingCMHA Wood Buffalo – In The Media