September is World Alzheimer’s Month

Alzheimer’s disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that destroys brain cells, causing thinking ability and memory to deteriorate over time. Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging, and is irreversible.

August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) – held on August 31 every year – is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of family and friends left behind.

Second Chance Thrift Store – Citizen Article

The Thrift Store within the Canadian Mental Health Association of Northern BC complex, 1152 Third Ave., doesn’t just give a second chance to the donations sold there but also offers a second chance to clients who are part of the work force at the store.

“That little thrift store provides an opportunity for folks who would otherwise never have an opportunity to contribute to society,” said Elaine Laberge, Canadian Mental Health Association of Northern BC executive director.

New Career Opportunities – Join the team!

Current CMHA Northern BC Job opportunities:

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CMHA’s Talk Today program caps 10th season milestone with greatest impact to date!

With the 10th season of the Talk Today program supporting junior hockey now complete, Canadian Mental Health Association Northern BC Division [CMHA Northern BC] is pleased to announce Talk Today had a greater impact in 2023-24 than any season before.

All 60 CHL clubs and 80 CJHL clubs took part in Talk Today education, support and awareness initiatives in 2023-24, inclusive of more than 2,500 athletes, coaches, team personnel, billets and parents.

Mental Health Week 2024 – Media Release

Despite 89% of British Columbians claiming to be compassionate, only 14% of British Columbians took action in the past year to alleviate hardship. May 6th to May 12th is Mental Health Week 2024.

Nanalan’ partners with CMHA for Mental Health Week to highlight the power of compassion

Popular children’s show Nanalan’ is teaming up with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) to highlight the power of compassion. The partnership comes in time for CMHA’s 73rd Mental Health Week (May 6-12). This year’s theme is healing through compassion.

The Push Up Challenge! – A Huge Thank You!

With February behind us, The Push-Up Challenge has come to an end, but it’s impact is still felt in our organization every day. We want to take a moment to thank and appreciate every single person who took the time out to participate in the incredible event that is The Push-Up Challenge.

Nourish Food Bank! – $10 Challenge

If 250 people donate just $10 a month, Nourish will have a stable source of funding to support households in need. All donations stay in Quesnel to support local people.