By admin on 28/08/2007 5:18 AM

National Network for Mental Health is proud to recognize another milestone.

500 BUILT Network graduates have found employment thanks to the NNMH BUILT Network project.

[url]http://builtnetwork.ca[/url]

By admin on 21/08/2007 3:42 AM

The National Network for Mental Health (NNMH) will be hosting a pre-conference symposium in St. Catharines, Ontario on August 27, 2007.

Guests will include consumer leaders from Ireland, Scotland, England, Australia, New Zealand, United States and Canada.

Subsequent to this meeting of consumer leaders all international guests will subsequently gather at the International Initiative on Mental Health Leadership in Ottawa, Canada for an international gathering August 29 - 31, 2007. ... Read More »

By admin on 21/08/2007 3:41 AM

In June 2007, the Canadian Brain and Nerve Health Coalition, in partnership with the Canadian Institute for Health Information and the Public Health Agency of Canada, published a report on the burden of neurological diseases, disorders and injuries in Canada. The report is intended to improve understanding of the epidemiology of neurological conditions and the economic impact on the Canadian health care system. The report provides estimates of the economic burden, disability-adjusted life years ... Read More »

By admin on 21/08/2007 3:41 AM

CBC Passionate Eye Documentary on Using Comedy to Fight Mental Illness and Stigma

Cracking Up is a life-affirming documentary about people with mental illness who embark on a quirky quest to become stand up comics. The film follows 11 courageous people who suffer from mental illness as they pursue a year of stand up comedy. Part fun and part therapy, the course, entitled Stand Up For Mental Health is the brainchild of Vancouver counselor, stand-up comic, and author of The Happy Neurotic: ... Read More »

By admin on 13/07/2007 6:02 AM

Creating a Culture of Wellness in the Workplace Conference is slated for October 24, in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, developed in order to help businesses and organizations deal with topics like stress and wellness, including healthy mind-healthy body connection. IT’S YOUR BUSINESS boasts keynote speaker Bill Wilkerson, CEO and co-founder of Global Business and Economic Roundtable on Addiction and Mental Health (www.mentalhealthroundtable.ca) and an impressive itinerary including sessions on: Job ... Read More »

By admin on 12/07/2007 5:34 AM

The National Network for Mental Health will be hosting a small gathering in St. Catharines, Ontario for a one day symposium featuring our international guests and we would love to have you attend.

Place: Niagara College, Niagara on the Lake Campus

Date: August 27, 2007

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Building on Synergy: The International Perspective

Treat yourself to this one day symposium designed to give an international pers ... Read More »

By admin on 30/06/2007 7:00 PM

A key element of the mandate of the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is to reduce the stigma of mental illness and combat the discrimination that people with mental illness and their families confront. The Commission will implement a 10-year national anti-stigma campaign aimed at promoting a better understanding of mental illness among the general population and at changing public attitudes toward mental illness.

In preparation for launching this campaign, the MHCC would like you ... Read More »

By admin on 30/06/2007 7:00 PM

As you know from previous editions of the NNMH Bulletin the closing date for applications to become a Board Member of the newly formed Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is July 15th, 2007.

Currently the MHCC is in search of a successful candidate for the position of President and CEO.

For further information, or to apply, please go to the the MHCC website at: www.mentalhealthcommission.ca .

By admin on 30/06/2007 7:00 PM

Dear colleagues,
The Canadian Red Cross in collaboration with Public Safety Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada and BrandonUniversity, is conducting a study to assess how Canada's Emergency Management authorities relate to vulnerable/high-risk populations.

We welcome your participation in this study by completing the survey either in English or French through the links below. The survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Please complete the survey by July 25th, 2007.< ... Read More »

By admin on 30/06/2007 7:00 PM

Dear Colleague,
mindyourmind.ca is currently petitioning the Government to provide funding that will support our core activities. We hope that the website will continue to grow and deliver critical information and resources to youth at risk of depression, suicide and other mental health concerns. But we need your help! We urge you to contact representatives and let them know how you feel about mindyourmind.ca and how it has helped you or someone you know!

Every 40 seconds someone aroun ... Read More »