Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia

Join Nova Scotia’s business leaders, philanthropic community and mental health champions for the RBC Holiday Black Tie Gala, an evening inspired by the magic of New York City’s holiday season — all in support of funding essential mental health and addiction programs across the province. Together we can light up the holiday season with hope & joy. November 30th at the Halifax Convention Centre. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eqtEgjHZ

What a difference a decade makes! Hope you’ll take a moment to read about what’s been ‘growing on’ at the Common Roots Woodside Urban Farm. Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia https://lnkd.in/dBW62sz9

TONIGHT: Our friends at the CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth Branch are launching the 26th Annual Mosaic for Mental Health Art Exhibition and Sale! Over 1,200 6” x 6” mixed-medium tiles made with love and compassion by artists from all over Nova Scotia will go on sale tonight at 6PM on their website here: https://lnkd.in/gxDXh9kH You don't want to miss this chance to land some one-of-a-kind locally made art — especially when proceeds support CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth Branch's social connection programs for adults living with mental illness. All tiles will be on display at Alderney Landing, The Craig Gallery from now until October 29th. Erica, our Community & Donor Relations Lead, is a long-time volunteer with CMHA & Mosaic for Mental Health. Here she is with her own contribution — a portrait of Boo the cat!

I’m honored to be co-leading (with Nanette Shroff) a brand-new OCD Parent & Caregiver Peer Support Group, made possible with the vision of our founder Julie MacDonald, Ph.D. and suppport of the Canadian Mental Health Association, NS Division and the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia. This couldn’t come at a better time, as October 13-19 is International OCD Awareness Week! This is a global effort to dispel myths, break stigma, and raise awareness about OCD. If you’re a parent or caregiver of a child with OCD, you know how overwhelming and isolating the journey can be. This group is here to offer a safe, supportive space where you can connect with others who truly understand. 📅 Our first meeting is happening on Thursday, October 17th, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Zoom. We’ll be meeting monthly, and I truly believe this group will be a lifeline for many. If you or someone you know could benefit from this, please don’t hesitate to reach out or help spread the word. 🩵 Together, we can support one another and navigate this journey. To learn more or join, email: ocdpacsg@gmail.com. IWK Health International OCD Foundation Alexa Bagnell #OCDCON, #ocdawareness #OCDWeek #MentalHealthMatters #ParentSupport #PeerSupport #CaregiverSupport #YouAreNotAlone

During Mental Illness Awareness Week we had a candid community conversation about mental health with Clara Hughes and our 2024 Let’s Keep Talking Award recipients. Thank you to our guests for engaging in these important conversations over the last decade of Let’s Keep Talking, and thank you to our sponsors and volunteers for making it all possible. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eGvz4_QK Bell Let's Talk Medavie Foundation IWK Health Mental Health & Addictions Dalhousie University Department of Psychiatry The Berkeley Retirement Residences Nova Scotia Power Photos courtesy of Stoo Metz Photography

Today President & CEO Starr Cunningham ICD.D & Board Chair Morgan Manzer had the pleasure of thanking Mayor Mike Savage for his unwavering support of the Foundation and congratulating him on his recent appointment to Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia.

Meet the 2024 Let’s Keep Talking Award Recipients. These inspiring leaders use their own experiences to drive change, build supports, fight stigma, and improve the lives of those living with mental illness or addiction in their communities. Read more about them here: https://lnkd.in/eDsWQQry Congratulations to all! Stacy D. Samantha Madore Nancy Berrigan Ian Smith & Clearwater Seafoods LP -- Thank you to our Award Sponsors: Dalhousie University Department of Psychiatry Nova Scotia Power IWK Health Mental Health and Addiction The Berkeley Retirement Residences

October 10 is World Mental Health Day and this year’s theme is Mental Health at Work. According to the World Health Organization, 60% of the global population is at work. That’s why it’s essential we all work together to create safe, supportive workplaces and mitigate risks to employee mental health. We offer the St. John Ambulance Mental Health Literacy Grant to individuals and organizations looking to improve their mental health literacy on the job. This grant covers registration fees for mental wellness training courses designed to reduce stigma and promote mental wellness in the workplace. Participants gain skills and knowledge to better identify when a colleague is in distress and how to support them towards a resilient outcome. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/ebQvYW-M Please share to spread the word! St. John Ambulance NS/PEI Council

Incredible work that captures how stigma makes it difficult to ask for support, even from those closest to you. Thank you for your thoughtful and creative approach, Naqsh Sagar - and congratulations on your win! We'd also like to thank the folks at the Ice Awards for selecting us as the community partner for the annual Young Creatives Competition, sponsored by PATTISON Outdoor.

--- VENUE UPDATE --- This event will now take place in Alumni Hall at the University of King’s College in Halifax. --- Register to reserve your free seat for Let’s Keep Talking, featuring Canadian Olympian Clara Hughes! Presented by Bell Let's Talk on October 9, 2024. Keynote speaker Clara Hughes will share her inspiring story of a life beyond her struggle with depression. We’ll also present our annual Let’s Keep Talking Awards to five outstanding Nova Scotians who either live with mental illness or addiction or support those who do. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gm6AP4-v