We aren’t expected to pay for life-saving cancer care so why are we paying for life-saving mental health care? Mental health care is underfunded, and mental health is often a…

Beyond remembrance: supporting veterans’ mental health on every front 

Every 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…

Canadian Mental Health Association Simcoe County Branch Welcomes Sarah Banbury As New Chief Executive Officer

Barrie, ON – October 15, 2024 – The Canadian Mental Health Association Simcoe County Branch (CMHA SCB) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sarah Banbury as its new Chief…

CMHA Simcoe County launches “Someone’s Someone” – a provincial campaign to humanize substance use and drive change

In 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…

CMHA SCB Observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

On September 30th, CMHA SCB stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the strength and resilience of residentialschool survivors,…

Thank you to our community

Your incredible support for our mental health and addiction initiatives is truly inspiring! Together, we’re creating a brighter future and changing lives. Let’s keep the momentum going—your kindness is making…

Most Ontarians want supportive health, social services to address opioid crisis: CMHA Ontario Poll

(Toronto, July 25, 2024) – Amid the ongoing opioid and drug poisoning crisis, more than eight in 10 Ontarians would prefer solutions to these issues focused on health care and…

Reflecting on Canada Day: CMHA Ontario’s Commitment to Supporting Indigenous Mental Health 

On 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…

Announcing the Release of the CMHA SCB 2023/24 Annual Report

CMHA Simcoe County Branch (CMHA SCB) held its Annual Meeting on June 18th, where heartfelt thanks were extended to everyone who joined. During the meeting, the invaluable contributions of volunteers,…