The Algoma Branch, chartered in 1963, is affiliated with a provincial network of 32 other Branches across Ontario. CMHA Algoma works closely with a variety of other community agencies including, but not limited to, hospitals, police services, schools, mental health and addiction agencies. Through its collaborative approach to education and services, the Branch is far-reaching […]Continue readingAbout CMHA
Black History Month 2025: Celebrating Black Legacy and Leadership in Mental Health and Addictions This Black History Month, we honour the theme “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations” by recognizing the incredible contributions of Black leaders who have reshaped the mental health and addictions space in Canada. These trailblazers have […]Continue readingBlack History Month
CMHA Algoma is a great place to work! We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement. We are also big believers in wellness and work-life balance. If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Algoma may […]Continue readingCareers
CMHA Algoma is joined by individuals and organizations worldwide to celebrate the history, courage and diversity of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioningintersex and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) individuals for Pride Month in June. While Pride festivals across the province recognize Ontario’s 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, it’s important to recognize that these individuals continue to face specific […]Continue readingCelebrate Pride during June
L’ACSM Algoma se joint aux personnes et aux organismes du monde entier pour célébrer l’histoire, le courage et la diversité des personnes bispirituelles, lesbiennes, gaies, bisexuelles, transgenres, queer ou en questionnement, intersexuées et asexuées (“2ELGBTQI+”) à l’occasion du Mois de la fierté, en juin. Alors que les festivals de la Fierté à travers la province reconnaissent […]Continue readingCelebrate Pride during June
Célébration de la semaine du travail social : Honorer le cœur de nos communautés Du 3 au 9 mars, c’est la Semaine nationale du travail social, et ici, à l’Association canadienne pour la santé mentale (ACSM), Algoma, nous sommes fiers de nous joindre aux organisations de tout le pays pour célébrer l’incroyable dévouement, la […]Continue readingCélébration de la semaine du travail social : Honorer le cœur de nos communautés
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 person who was someone’s someone. Today, we’re proud to launch the “Someone’s Someone” campaign, an initiative aimed at shining light on these stories and rallying […]Continue readingCMHA Algoma launches “Someone’s Someone” – a provincial campaign to humanize substance use and drive change
Join us on June 21 to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. It’s an opportunity to honour the rich cultures and contributions of Canada’s First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. This day marks an opportunity to appreciate diverse cultures of Indigenous peoples. There are a number of ways you can celebrate the culture and contributions of […]Continue readingCMHA Honours National Indigenous Peoples Day
This May 17, CMHA Algoma joins individuals and organizations worldwide to recognize International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). The 2SLGBTQIA+ community faces a range of mental health challenges due to societal stigma, discrimination, and lack of acceptance. These challenges can include higher rates of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal ideation compared to […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia