CMHA Algoma, Mental Health & Addiction Services

CMHA Algoma, Mental Health & Addiction Services *Please note* This page is for information and education and is not monitored 24/7. It is not a crisis service.

If you are in crisis please call Crisis Services Canada at 1.833.456.4566 or Text 45645. 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 and its programs touch many lives in the communities it serves. Whether individuals are experiencing a mental illness, have a family member or friend with a mental illness, are a health care provider, an employer or are seeking information, CMHA Algoma is available to help. The Algoma Branch is incorporated and governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Funding for the programs and services is from many sources including, the Northeast LHIN, the United Way, service agreements, grants and donations.

The holidays can be joyful, stressful, lonely or even all three at once. If this season feels heavy, you’re not doing an...
12/19/2025

The holidays can be joyful, stressful, lonely or even all three at once. If this season feels heavy, you’re not doing anything wrong. A lot of people are carrying grief, pressure, financial stress, substance-use triggers or the quiet ache of not having anyone to turn to.

This year let’s try taking things gently. Set boundaries. Say no when you need to. Choose the moments that feel good and skip the ones that don’t. And if connection feels hard right now, even one small interaction (like a message, a walk, a community event, a support line) can help you feel less alone.

However this season looks for you, you deserve care, rest and support. Your local CMHA is here if you need us. 💚

Read more. https://ssm-algoma.cmha.ca/news/caring-for-your-mental-health-during-the-holiday-season/

Les fêtes peuvent être joyeuses, stressantes, solitaires, voire les trois à la fois. Si cette période vous semble diffic...
12/19/2025

Les fêtes peuvent être joyeuses, stressantes, solitaires, voire les trois à la fois. Si cette période vous semble difficile, vous ne faites rien de mal. Beaucoup de gens sont accablés par le chagrin, la pression, le stress financier, les tentations liées à la consommation de substances ou la douleur silencieuse de ne pouvoir se tourner vers personne.


Cette année, essayons de prendre les choses avec douceur. Fixez-vous des limites. Dites non quand vous en avez besoin. Choisissez les moments qui vous font du bien et évitez ceux qui ne vous conviennent pas. Et si vous avez du mal à créer des liens en ce moment, même une petite interaction (comme un message, une promenade, un événement communautaire, une ligne d'assistance) peut vous aider à vous sentir moins seul.

Quelle que soit la façon dont vous vivez cette période, vous méritez de l'attention, du repos et du soutien. Votre CMHA locale est là si vous avez besoin de nous. 💚

En savoir plus https://ssm-algoma.cmha.ca/news/prendre-soin-de-votre-sante-mentale-pendant-la-periode-des-fetes/

Here are three red flags to look out for when using your phone:1. You feel anxious or irritated in situations where you ...
12/19/2025

Here are three red flags to look out for when using your phone:

1. You feel anxious or irritated in situations where you can’t check your phone.
2. Your sleep, study, or mood is impacted by your screen-time.
3. You sneak time on your phone and then feel guilty about it.

Vous surprenez-vous à consulter votre téléphone sans y penser ? Vous n'êtes pas seul. De nombreux étudiants-es consulten...
12/19/2025

Vous surprenez-vous à consulter votre téléphone sans y penser ?
Vous n'êtes pas seul. De nombreux étudiants-es consultent leur téléphone lorsqu'ils et elles sont stressés-es, vivent de l’ennui ou sont anxieux-es ; cependant, à long terme, le fait de faire défiler constamment son écran peut avoir un impact négatif sur la concentration, le sommeil et l'humeur.

Voici quelques moyens de trouver un équilibre :
🌙 Essayez d'appliquer la règle « pas de téléphone avant de se coucher ».
📵 Désactivez les notifications non essentielles.
💬 Passez du temps à communiquer en face à face plutôt qu'en ligne.
🕓 Définissez des rappels de temps d'écran pour vérifier vos habitudes.

Votre téléphone peut être un outil formidable, mais il ne doit pas contrôler vos émotions.

HART Hub renovations construction kick-off! Phase A of our renovations
12/18/2025

HART Hub renovations construction kick-off! Phase A of our renovations

"Our priority is to keep people in our community safe and sheltered. In response to extreme winter weather conditions, o...
12/17/2025

"Our priority is to keep people in our community safe and sheltered. In response to extreme winter weather conditions, overnight warming stations operate nightly from 8:00 pm to 8:00 am at the Low Barrier Men’s Shelter. This space provides a warm space for individuals who may otherwise be at risk outdoors. Our teams will make every reasonable effort to accommodate those seeking shelter during extreme weather, helping reduce the risk of cold-related emergencies and supporting the safety and well-being of our community. "

Community Support Available As the holiday season approaches, CMHA Algoma and partners wish to remind all that Walk-In C...
12/17/2025

Community Support Available

As the holiday season approaches, CMHA Algoma and partners wish to remind all that Walk-In Counselling Services are available for children, youth, adults, and families. There is no need to make an appointment as we work on a first come first served basis.

Location: CMHA Sault Ste. Marie Branch - 386 Queen Street East
Date/Time: Tuesday’s (closed on Statutory Holidays). First session begins at 11:30 AM, last session begins at 5:00 PM.

What Can I Expect? Using a Brief Narrative Therapy Model of practice, you can expect to be paired with a trained registered Clinicians. Each single session can last 1 – 1.5 hours and will address your concern. You may experience a wait until a counsellor is available.

Who Can Access Services? Children, youth, adults, parents, and families (no age restrictions). Feel free to bring your personal support (friend, family member or support worker). Range of problems may include mental health, addictions, relationships, activities of daily living and more.

Our Services are: No cost, assessment free, confidential, accessible and located on a bus route.

Partners:
http://www.algomafamilyservices.org/
http://www.sah.on.ca/
http://johnhoward.on.ca/sault-ste-marie/

Please note that this is NOT a Crisis or Emergency Service. If you require immediate assistance, please contact:
Sault Area Hospital Crisis Services at (705) 759-3398 or 1-800-727-0077
988 Su***de Crisis Helpline
911 Emergency Service
Mental Health Helpline at 1-866-531-2600

Behind every statistic is a neighbour.As homelessness in Sault Ste. Marie has risen sharply in recent years, the need fo...
12/17/2025

Behind every statistic is a neighbour.

As homelessness in Sault Ste. Marie has risen sharply in recent years, the need for real, coordinated solutions has never been greater.

The HART Hub was built to meet that need, offering one-door, wraparound care that meets people where they are and helps them build a safer, more stable life.

Thank you to Associate Minister Thanigasalam and Mayor Shoemaker and our amazing partners who joined us as we officially opened our doors.

la régulation concerne la réponse, pas la suppression.« Vous ne pouvez pas choisir vos émotions, elles apparaissent simp...
12/12/2025

la régulation concerne la réponse, pas la suppression.

« Vous ne pouvez pas choisir vos émotions, elles apparaissent simplement. Mais vous pouvez choisir votre réponse. C'est le pouvoir de la régulation émotionnelle. Vous pouvez faire une pause avant de réagir, prendre une respiration et faire le choix qui vous semble le plus approprié. »

“You can’t choose your emotions, but you can choose your response” Regulation is about response, not suppression. “You d...
12/12/2025

“You can’t choose your emotions, but you can choose your response”

Regulation is about response, not suppression.

“You don’t get to choose your emotions, they just show up. But you do get to choose how you respond. That’s the power of emotional regulation. You can pause before reacting, take a breath, and make the choice that feels right for you.”

La Journée des droits de la personne nous rappelle que la santé mentale, le logement, la dignité et la sécurité sont des...
12/10/2025

La Journée des droits de la personne nous rappelle que la santé mentale, le logement, la dignité et la sécurité sont des éléments essentiels au quotidien.

Le thème de cette année, « Les droits de la personne, nos besoins essentiels quotidiens », nous invite à examiner comment les droits de la personne façonnent notre vie quotidienne d'une manière que nous négligeons souvent : avoir un endroit sûr où vivre, être traité avec dignité, avoir accès à des soins de santé mentale sans obstacle et être soutenu plutôt que jugé.

Pour de nombreuses personnes en Ontario, ces droits sont encore hors de portée. Les longues listes d'attente, l'augmentation des coûts du logement, la stigmatisation liée à la consommation de substances et les difficultés à s'y retrouver dans le système de santé mentale ont tous une incidence sur la capacité d'une personne à vivre en sécurité et dans la stabilité.

Les droits de la personne commencent par nous. Ils se manifestent dans la façon dont nous écoutons, traitons les gens, nous informons, votons et soutenons ceux dont les droits sont les plus menacés. Lorsque nous protégeons la dignité et créons un accès équitable aux soins, nous renforçons l'ensemble de notre communauté.

La santé mentale est un droit de la personne. Le logement est un droit de la personne. La dignité est un droit de la personne.

Human Rights Day reminds us that mental health, housing, dignity and safety are everyday essentials. This year’s theme, ...
12/10/2025

Human Rights Day reminds us that mental health, housing, dignity and safety are everyday essentials.

This year’s theme, “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials,” calls on us to look at how human rights shape daily life in ways we often overlook: having a safe place to live, being treated with dignity, accessing mental health care without barriers and being supported instead of judged.

For many people across Ontario, these rights are still out of reach. Long waitlists, rising housing costs, stigma around substance use and the challenges of navigating the mental health system all impact whether someone can live with safety and stability.

Human rights start with us. It’s in how we listen, how we treat people, how we educate ourselves, how we vote and how we support those whose rights are most at risk. When we protect dignity and create equitable access to care, we strengthen our entire community.

Mental health is a human right. Housing is a human right. Dignity is a human right.

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386 Queen Street E
Sault Sainte Marie, ON
P6A1Z1

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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