As the world responds to the current COVID-19 Pandemic, CMHA Central has established an ongoing information review and decision-making process, to ensure the latest directives and recommendations from Public Health Agency of Canada, Manitoba Health, and Shared Health are implemented. Our clear mandate is to protect the health of community members by continuing to provide […]Continue readingCMHA Central’s Response to COVID-19
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CMHA Central is Moving!

After more than 20 years in the same location, we have decided it’s time for a change of scenery. As of November 1, 2019, you can find us at 102, 1st Street NW. However, before then, we need your help transforming this space into a home. Here are a few items on our to do […]Continue readingCMHA Central is Moving!
CMHA brings operational stress injury peer support program to Manitoba

[June 27, 2019 – Portage la Prairie] Today is PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) Awareness Day. The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has a lengthy history of advocating for and working with communities to provide support for veterans, military service members, and first responders dating all the way back to its beginning in 1918. In […]Continue readingCMHA brings operational stress injury peer support program to Manitoba
Thrive Learning Centre Summer 2019 Course Schedule Now Available!
The Summer 2019 Course Calendar is now available and the registration for courses is now open! Visit the Thrive Learning Centre page for information and to register for upcoming courses.Continue readingThrive Learning Centre Summer 2019 Course Schedule Now Available!
Mental Health Week 2019: CMHA Calls For New Mental Health Promotion Strategy
Canadian Mental Health Association – calls for new mental health promotion strategy to get out in front of mental illness. Released May 6, a Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) policy paper calls for a new Canadian mental health promotion strategy in the face of rising rates of mental illness worldwide. The call is one of […]Continue readingMental Health Week 2019: CMHA Calls For New Mental Health Promotion Strategy
CMHA Central Seeking Board Members

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) – Central Region is accepting applications from community members to serve on its Board of Directors for a minimum two-year term of service. CMHA Central seeks to support the resilience and recovery of people living with mental health issues by offering services that support growth, self-determination, and empowerment. By […]Continue readingCMHA Central Seeking Board Members
Thrive Learning Centre Satellite Campus to Open in Winkler!

Winkler, January 23, 2019– After running a well-received, 3-course pilot in collaboration with Central Station Community Centre in early 2018, CMHA Central rejoins the Winkler-based centre and receives staffing support from Eden Health Care Services to operate a recovery college satellite campus in Winkler, known as Thrive Learning Centre. An event to announce funding Central […]Continue readingThrive Learning Centre Satellite Campus to Open in Winkler!
Marijuana and mental health: What you should know now that it’s legal
Now that recreational use of cannabis is legal in Canada, it’s important to know the facts and keep safety in mind (both mental and physical) when considering using cannabis. Here’s what you should know about marijuana now that it’s legal: There are risks involved in using marijuana. There are misconceptions that marijuana is virtually harmless. […]Continue readingMarijuana and mental health: What you should know now that it’s legal
CMHA Central Region seeking new Board Members

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) – Central Region is accepting applications from community members to serve on its Board of Directors for a minimum two-year term of service. CMHA Central seeks to support the resilience and recovery of people living with mental health issues by offering services that support growth, self-determination, and empowerment. By […]Continue readingCMHA Central Region seeking new Board Members