The holiday season can be especially challenging for people experiencing estrangement, a complex social phenomenon that is becoming increasingly […] Continue readingHoliday season highlights rise in estrangement

When we hear the word addiction, most of us think of drugs (substances), including alcohol. But addiction can also form with activities like gambling, […] Continue readingUnderstanding the science of addiction: How our brain rewires itself

October 10 is both World Mental Health Day and World Homeless Day, highlighting how mental health and housing are deeply intertwined. This year’s […] Continue readingTwo global crises, one day: mental health and homelessness on October 10

This Mental Illness Awareness Week, Canadians are shining a light on a system that too often leaves people waiting, struggling or shut out […] Continue readingMental Illness Awareness Week 2025: Mental health care is a right, not a privilege

On September 30, CMHA North Bay and District stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities to observe the National Day for Truth and […] Continue readingCMHA North Bay and District observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The Canadian Mental Health Association, North Bay and District is expanding efforts toward a suicide-safer community on World Suicide Prevention Day […] Continue readingFree suicide grief support group and prevention training available this fall

September is Recovery Month, and CMHA North Bay and District (CMHA NBD) joins communities across Canada and around the world in recognizing this […] Continue readingCMHA North Bay and District recognizes Recovery Month 2025

Back-to-school season rewrites daily rhythms, expectations and even identities. And this shift can be felt in both households and classrooms alike. […] Continue readingWhy mental health belongs on every back-to-school list

On August 10, CMHA NBD joins organizations across the country in recognizing Prisoners’ Justice Day — a day to honour individuals who have died in […] Continue readingCMHA NBD Observes Prisoners’ Justice Day

Content warning: This story contains mentions of suicide and mental illness that may be distressing for some readers. On Tuesday, July 22, the […] Continue readingCMHA NBD is honoured to receive $28,000 donation from Chat4Chad to help build a suicide-safe community