It’s almost time for #BackToSchool. Register for our Counsellor in the Classroom program, which allows you to bring a counsellor-supported discussion about #mentalhealth and well-being directly to your students. For more information: bit.ly/3ZOt5kP

Nervous about #BackToSchool? You can connect with other youth across Canada on our Peer-to-Peer Community forums to discuss your feelings and get support: peertopeer.kidshelpphone.ca

THE COOLING CENTRE IS OPEN TODAY UNTIL SUNDAY🌡☀😎 The Quinte West cooling centre, located at the Duncan McDonald Arena, is open today Aug. 14 until Aug. 18, daily from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. 💦 The Trenton and Frankford splash pads are also open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

For many students, back to #school season can be nerve-wracking and anxiety-inducing. Check in with your kids and help them connect with #MentalHealth resources to support them this new school year. Learn more: ontario.ca/page/mental-he…

Harm Reduction—a guide (part one)

Harm Reduction—a guide (part two)

Today's announcement doesn't change the commitment from CMHA Ontario and 27 CMHA branches throughout the province to deliver high-quality care to the individuals we serve.

Events | CMHA HPE Addictions and Mental Health Services will be holding an International Overdose Awareness Day event this Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 3 to 6 p.m. in Market Square. 💜 There will be an agency fair with over 20 community partners, naloxone training, speakers with lived experience and more. Learn more: ➡️

August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. On August 28th the Hastings County Community Response Team and Community Outreach Team participated in events held in Bancroft, Belleville, Trenton and Tweed.

We’ve made it easier to renew your health card online! You can now renew without the need to renew your driver's licence at the same time. Renew today at ontario.ca/RenewHealthCard

Whether students are returning to the same school, entering a new school year, or heading off to post-secondary, the transition can be exciting, but can cause stress and anxiety too. Check out ideas to help support #mentalhealth cmhahpe.ca/back-to-school…

Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 2nd. If you are in crisis, please call the 24/7 Crisis Intervention Centre at 613-969-7400. Press “1” then extension 2753. The 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline is also a 24/7 support service. Call or text 9-8-8.

Recovery Colleges are focused on personal recovery in mental health and well-being. These centres are designed to be supportive learning environments where you are welcome, no matter what your mental health goals are. Find online or in-person Recovery College courses here:

During #RecoveryMonth, it's crucial to acknowledge that everyone’s addiction recovery journey is different & can take many forms. A continuum of supports—from harm reduction to rehabilitation—helps people meet their unique recovery needs. Learn more: cmhahpe.ca/cmha-recognize…

As of today, more than 4,000 across Ontario are licensed to sell alcoholic beverages, in addition to nearly 3,000 other licensed retail outlets. #CMHAOntario continues to raise our concerns about the lack of health strategy along the retail expansion.

If you're struggling with the greater alcohol availability, help is available. Connect with your local CMHA or call ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600. #OntarioHealth #PublicSafety #AlcoholAwareness