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There are 33 C.M.H.A. branches in Ontario, which offer services
within the community they serve. The Ontario Division, lists those
branches on their web site and the services they provide. Based in
Toronto, Ontario Division assists branches in areas of
organizational, program and service development, Board
development, program evaluation, community and system development
and implementation, education and training, information and
research. Their mission is to promote the mental health of all
individuals and communities in Ontario by providing leadership
through knowledge enhancement, policy development, advocacy, and
the advancement of best practices in service delivery.
National Organization
The National
office of Canadian Mental Health Association is in Ottawa.
Founded in 1918 it is one of the oldest voluntary health
organizations in Canada. (To read a more detailed history,
click here.)
CMHA National brings together branches, regions and divisions
of varying sizes in more than 135 communities across Canada to
combat mental health problems and emotional disorders through
research and information services; sponsorship of research
projects; workshops and seminars; and production of pamphlets and
newsletters. The National office also acts as a social advocate to
encourage public action and strengthen community mental health
services and legislation affecting services, in addition to
communicating with world health organizations. They have six core
areas of service:
- Promotion of Mental Health
- Education & Communication
- Advocacy
- Research
- Service Provision
- Facilitation
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