By admin on 24/04/2008 6:47 AM

Once again the BUILT Network program superseded their employment targets for the fiscal year.

With final numbers in, the Customer Service Skills Development program served 348 persons with mental health issues and supported 245 of those served to enhance their employability. 164 program participants entered the workforce and 22 others went back to school.

Once again this program has proved itself invaluable to the mental health consumer/survivor community across Canada.

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By admin on 24/04/2008 6:46 AM

Only Canadian Finalist in 2008 Stockholm Challenge's Health Category
mindyourmind.ca is once again recognized internationally for its innovation and leading practices in youth engagement by the Stockholm Challenge, the world's leading Information and Communication Technology prize. In 2006, mindyourmind.ca ranked top 5 in the world for best innovative applications in Information Communication Technology in Health Care, with the winning prize going to Operation Village Health, a Harvar ... Read More »

By admin on 24/04/2008 6:45 AM

"Our Voice" is pleased to invite everyone to two defining events in Moncton.

Book Launch, Saturday April 19th, 2008 at 2:00 pm
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1005 Main, Fundy Room (Lower Floor)
DARE TO IMAGINE: From Lunatics to Citizens
A Survivors History of Mental Health in New Brunswick, by Eugène LeBlanc and Nérée St-Amand

This book describes the creation and the evolution of mental health care from the standpoint of people who were sidelin ... Read More »

By admin on 24/04/2008 6:42 AM

Registration now Open!

The registration process for the International Conference on Self-Determination being held in Detroit Michigan, May 27 - 29, 2008 is now available.

International perspectives on progressive notions of mental health recovery, family supports, community membership, ending forced impoverishment and system change requirements will be part of the focus of the conference. The meetings will feature leaders from across disability and aging and relate t ... Read More »

By admin on 08/04/2008 4:04 AM

Daniel Fisher, MD, PhD, talks about hope and recovery for people who have struggled with mental illness. (YouTube Video)

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BP_EW9u_TTw[/url]

By admin on 25/03/2008 3:41 AM

The following is a news release of the event:

Brighton [UK] -based campaigner Anne Beales has been awarded an MBE for services to mental health. A long-standing campaigner for mental health, Anne has fought tirelessly over many years to improve access to mental health services and the rights of those with mental health needs. Anne’s role as Director of Service-User Involvement at national mental-health charity Together, is un ... Read More »

By admin on 14/03/2008 9:09 AM

On February 15, 2008, the Mental Health Commission
of Canada announced the appointment of new President
and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Howlett.

Mr. Howlett brings with him a lengthy history of service to
the private and public sector which will benefit the
Mental Health Commission of Canada as it moves forward.

By admin on 14/03/2008 9:06 AM

Did you know...

Established in 1998, CAMIMH is a very strong national voice for mental health organizations representing consumers, families, community mental health groups, and health care providers.

Currently the alliance is the sponsor of a national mental health literacy project and is home to Mental Illness Awareness Week (www.miaw.ca).

CAMIMH members include:
• Autism Society of Canada
• Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
• ... Read More »

By admin on 14/03/2008 9:06 AM

In February our BUILT Network project in New Westminster B.C. was featured on Vancouver Chinese television and radio news stations news as well as Chinese and Korean newspapers detailing the services which we are providing for new Canadians in the community. Many persons of Asian descent are enrolling in our eight-week program and the over 90% successful employment placement and retention rates are truly incredible.

We are very familiar with many barriers which are faced by new Canadian ... Read More »

By admin on 14/03/2008 9:04 AM

As you are likely aware, the National Network for Mental Health (NNMH) is a non profit organization and nationally recognized charity.

The organization continues to operate on the generous contributions of donors and through government grants and agreements.

At this time, the NNMH is experiencing financial difficulty which could lead us to the very first deficit faced by the organization in the past 10 years. The organization isn't in jeopardy, but rather wants to continue to wo ... Read More »