Capital Region Mental Health & Addictions Association

09/30/2025

Hey everyone! 👋

Here’s what’s happening at the Youth Hub this October: 🎃🍂

✨ Young Adult Drop-In (ages 18–29)
Now happening every Thursday instead of every second! Come relax in our safe and welcoming space - study, grab a snack, charge your phone, paint a picture, or just hang out. It’s your time to use however you’d like!

✨ Youth Open Hours (ages 11–18)
Still running every Tuesday - Thursday from 2:30–5:30 PM. Be sure to swing by on October 30th for a Halloween treat bag! 👻🍭

We wish you a happy October, and we can’t wait to see you soon! 🧡

09/30/2025

As staff at CRMHAA observe the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, our office will be CLOSED today.

The day of Truth and Reconciliation is meant to remember and honour any persons effected by the Residential Schools. Those who are effected by the subsequent generational trauma, survivors themselves, family and friends of the survivors, and those who unfortunately never made it home. It also serves as an opportunity for non-Indigenous Canadians to reflect on their role in helping Indigenous communities heal but never forget, and in creating and strengthening equitable relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

09/29/2025

Our offices and services will be closed tomorrow, September 30th, for the National Day of Truth & Reconciliation.

As a community mental health service, we acknowledge the harmful, racist and colonial practices that have been used in Canada’s mental health systems in the past, and present.
We call upon all levels of government to heed the recommendations of The Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s call to action, particularly around mental health and healing.

09/24/2025

Our youth hub is introducing new programming and drop in times for young adults! Check it out!

Looking for something to do tomorrow? ✨

Our next Young Adult Drop-In is happening tomorrow from 10 AM – 12 PM! 🎨📱🍎 Come paint a picture, hang out, charge your phone, or grab a snack. This is a safe, welcoming space where you can spend time however you’d like.

Anyone ages 18–29 is welcome to drop in. 🙌

We’ll have coffee ☕, tea 🍵, juice 🥤, and snacks 🍪 ready for you. Hope to see you there! 🌟

09/17/2025

We're still looking for new board members! If you're interested, please reach out via our email or phone number.

We are seeking new members to join our board of directors! If you are interested, reach out to us today!

09/10/2025

Today marks World Su***de Prevention Day, a time dedicated to raising awareness, fostering change and providing support to all those with lived or living experience of su***de.

This year’s theme, Changing the Narrative of Su***de, is a reminder of how important it is to engage in open and honest discussions about su***de. Initiating these conversations can help break down stigma, raise awareness and create a culture of better understanding and support within communities.

Learn more about World Su***de Prevention Day here: https://bit.ly/3Jy2Pb9

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09/08/2025

Literacy and mental health are interconnected, with low literacy linked to poor mental health outcomes and higher literacy associated with better mental well-being and increased resilience. Reading can foster critical thinking and empathy, while Mental health literacy—the knowledge to recognize, manage, and seek help for mental health issues—is a crucial determinant of mental health.

Reading strengthens a child's capacity for critical thinking, empathy, and resilience, which are protective factors against mental health conditions like depression and anxiety.

Advocating for communities to prioritize reading programs can provide critical long-term benefits for mental health across generations.

09/02/2025

Friend, coworker, sister, uncle, daughter, or son: 800,000 individuals die from su***de every year, and they each have a name, face, hobbies, and people who love them.

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, a time we look at this relatively taboo topic. Talking about su***de reduces the stigma surrounding su***de and su***de attempts, which can help those experiencing these feelings realize that they are not alone, and that other people care.

Together, we can shine a light on su***de and give our loved ones, family, and coworkers hope that life is worth living.

If you or a loved one are struggling with thoughts of su***de, don’t hesitate to call or text 988 to access a team of mental health professionals 24 hours a day.

08/29/2025

Check out what the Capital Youth Hub has coming up this September!
We're very excited about our Young Adult drop ins and activities coming up. New to town? Staring University this fall? Feeling Anxious? Want to meet some new people in a safe setting, or find a quiet place to study away from your roommate? Come by the Youth hub!

☀️ And just like that, summer is coming to an end! We wish you the best of luck with the new school year.

📅 With school starting again, our Open Hours for youth ages 11–18 will now run:
Tuesdays – Thursdays, 2:30–5:30 PM

✨ More exciting news! We’re introducing Young Adult Open Hours for ages 18–29.
These will take place every second Thursday from 10–12 PM. Come drop in, socialize, and enjoy a cup of coffee and a snack!

🎉 Our very first Young Adult drop-in will be on September 11th, featuring the return of our Speed Friending event! This was a huge hit with youth last April, and we thought September would be the perfect time to make new connections as the school year begins. More details are coming soon!

📍 We can’t wait to see you at our new space: 65 Brunswick Street, Floor 1

08/28/2025

We're Hiring! Join our incredible Mental Health Reach Centre Team!

Capital Region Mental Health & Addictions Association