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Dixie's Story: "You're not alone."

After bravely attending CMHA Kelowna’s Wellness Development Centre, Dixie found connection through art, yoga, and peer support. Now a passionate advocate and supporter for others, Dixie is helping create meaningful spaces—especially for older adults—to feel seen, supported, and not alone.

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Devin's Story: Healing in Community

After a lifetime of hardship, Devin is focused on something new: healing. From a turbulent childhood to decades of addiction and loss, Devin has lived through more than most. At his lowest, he felt like giving up—but connection changed everything.

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CMHA Kelowna Mental Health Week: May 5-11

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Kelowna is proud to host a week of engaging and impactful activities as part of Mental Health Week from May 5-11, inviting the community to join the movement of #UnmaskingMentalHealth.

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Kathleen's Story: Courage, Connection, & Care

Kathleen knows all about the power of genuine, judgment-free human connection to foster healing and improve mental health. She’s felt it firsthand and works hard to pay it forward to others.

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Rhonda's Story: Open Doors

"This place has opened so many doors. I am not afraid to say that [CMHA Kelowna] has saved my life many times."

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The Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Ride

Ride Don’t Hide Returns June 8, 2025 at Sutherland Bay Park.

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Jim's Story: Finding Purpose & Breaking Stigma

"Public speaking is not my forte but I agreed to tell my story, it is a way I can give back."

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Ian's Story: Code, Comedy, and Connection

Comedian and App Developer Uses Humour and Peer Support to Rewrite His Mental Health Story.

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A Way Forward Podcast Blog Series: Men's Mental Health

Too often, men are expected to carry their struggles in silence, pressured by outdated notions of toughness and resilience. But the truth is, seeking help and opening up about mental health is a sign of strength, not weakness.

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A Way Forward Podcast Blog Series: Understanding Loneliness

What is loneliness? What does being lonely truly mean? And, how do we address it? Loneliness isn't about being alone but can also occur within social groups where people feel disconnected.

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A Way Forward Podcast Blog Series: The Cost of Living

The cost of living has been on the rise, and it’s affecting more than just our bank accounts – it’s affecting our mental health.

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CMHA Kelowna Cold Weather Supports

With frigid temperatures this week, CHMA Kelowna is stepping up efforts to provide vital cold-weather support for the unhoused community.

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A Way Forward Podcast Blog Series: Q&A with Jessica Samuels

Who is the host of CMHA Kelowna's A Way Forward Podcast? Get to meet award-winning journalist & former CMHA Kelowna employee Jessica Samuels.

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A Way Forward Podcast Blog Series: Housing & Homelessness

In the second edition of A Way Forward Podcast Blog Series, presented by Beem Credit Union, we explore the critical connection between housing stability and mental health.

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A Way Forward Podcast Blog Series: Youth Mental Health

In the first edition of A Way Forward Podcast: Conversations on Mental Health Blog Series, presented by Beem Credit Union, we cover the topic of Youth Mental Health, including the need for more mental health resources and support for young people and the benefits of investing in early intervention.⁠ From Episode 1 of A Way Forward Podcast: Youth Mental Health.

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"Foundry was there when I needed help.": Star's Story

Star, a Foundry Kelowna participant, tells her story of dealing with mental health challenges, discovering Foundry Kelowna, and finding hope while learning to understand that what she was going through, on a daily basis, does not define who you are as a person.

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“Troubling, but not surprising.” The State of Mental Health in Canada Report is Alarming

The Canadian Mental Health Association’s research shows that no province or territory is spending what they should be on mental health, in part because they’re not obliged to.

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"I feel found.": Shaina's Story

Shaina's journey from crisis to confidence was made possible through the support of Foundry Kelowna. This holiday season, your gift to the 'Hope for the Holidays' campaign can bring the same hope and healing to others in need. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

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Recovery & Hope: Colleen's Story

"I feel like I have an opportunity to show people on a different level, 'Let's connect, let's get moving.'" CMHA Kelowna team member, Colleen shares her story.

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Someone In Your Corner: Johnny's Story

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Today and every day, stories like Johnny's remind us that where there is help, there is hope.

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A Sense of Belonging: Eimert's Story

"I’ve never ever felt a sense of belonging like I do with what I do [now].” Read on to learn more about Peer Supporter Eimert's journey, and CMHA Kelowna's Wellness Development Centre.

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REnEW Program Returns

First started in 2010 by FortisBC, the REnEW program educates and trains people who are experiencing barriers to finding employment. The program gives individuals who are taking part a unique opportunity to prepare for a career within the emerging energy-efficient construction industry.

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Mental Health Week: Compassion to Action

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is calling on Canadians to take action around their compassion. The call comes as the organization launches their annual Mental Health Week, and a newly released study shows that the majority of Canadians see themselves as compassionate, but less than half take action to help others.

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Managing the Winter Blues this ‘Blue Monday’

Often referred to as “the saddest day of the year”, Blue Monday is recognized annually on the third Monday of January.

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Nurturing connection: the true gift the holiday season brings

It’s officially the holidays. The time of year that provides the opportunity to connect with family and friends (both near and far), and our communities.

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Canada’s 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline launches

“Today marks the launch of 988: a 3-digit crisis helpline for anyone thinking about suicide or who is worried about someone who is.

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Managing Mental Health During the Holidays

The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy, celebration and for spending time with those we love.

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Youth Housing Program Gets National Nod

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Kelowna is being recognized for their unique housing program for youth.

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The Canadian Mental Health Association marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30, 2023 marks the 3rd National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and the 10th anniversary of Orange Shirt Day.

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Mental Health for All: No Space for Hate

MHA Kelowna and Foundry Kelowna are committed to providing safe spaces for any person seeking help.

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Coping with Natural Disasters

Tens of thousands of British Columbians each summer go through upheaval as natural disasters such as wildfires take place throughout the province.

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Celebrating 10 years of mental health ride

Kelowna’s single largest fundraiser for mental health was back June 11, 2023 at Sutherland Bay Park and was a huge success.

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REnEW graduates ready to take on projects

Celebrating CMHA Kelowna’s REnEW program graduates ready to take on energy efficiency projects.

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Study: Most Canadians want universal mental health care

New data reveals that 87% of people living in Canada want universal mental health care.

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Recruiting for REnEW

CMHA Kelowna is looking for individuals who are having trouble finding work for a new job-skills training program in collaboration with FortisBC.

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CMHA Kelowna celebrates International Women’s Day

Even in 2023, gender and age are still major determinants in accessing mental health support.

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Mental health within Black communities in Canada: profiles of advocates (and bonus resources!)

This Black History Month, we honour the work of Black Canadians, past and present, to the field of mental health in Canada.

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Rockets to host mental health awareness game with CMHA Kelowna

The Kelowna Rockets have partnered with the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kelowna for a mental health awareness game on Friday, February 3, 2023.

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Bell Let’s Talk Day 2023

We are joining in and committing to take meaningful action to create positive change.

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The mood-boosting benefits of getting active

As the winter days get shorter, darker and colder, many of us have less energy and a lower mood.

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Emergency Departments aren’t the cure for our mental health crisis but there’s nowhere else to turn.

Emergency Departments stretched past their limits, Canada must act now to cover mental health care.

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CMHA Kelowna collaborates with HeChangedIt to launch new series, supporting men’s mental health.

CMHA Kelowna’s Discovery College is launching their new Real Talk series on November, 24th.

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Foundry Kelowna celebrates five years of supporting youth and families.

Foundry Kelowna, an integrated mental health clinic for youth aged 12-24 and their families, is celebrating five years of being in the community

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

This Friday will mark the 2nd annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. CMHA Kelowna will be recognizing this as a statutory holiday.

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Breathing Techniques

Thank you to the Sunny Gardens Girl Scout Troup for recommending adding breathing techniques for self-care strategie

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Preparing your child for back-to-school

The essential role sleep plays in your child’s mental health.

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Improving Treatment Together Project

The animated series showcases podcasts hosts, Sam and Sasha, as they interview youth experts from Kelowna and Vancouver to explore what Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) was like for them.

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Preparing for Heat Events

With most areas of BC experiencing extreme heat warnings, it is important to monitor yourself, family, neighbors, and friends.

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Community rallies for Ride

Coming together for a common cause was the theme Sunday morning, June 12, as 250 riders and walkers took part in The Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Ride.

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New CEO announced for CMHA Kelowna

A new CEO for CMHA Kelowna has been announced. Mike Gawliuk, has accepted the role of CEO effective June 1, 2022.

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Feel like you’re running on empty these days? You’re not alone.

For two years, COVID-19 has plagued us. And for two years, CMHA and UBC have been asking Canadians how they’re doing

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Peer Support program gets boost from Bell Let’s Talk

CMHA Kelowna is pleased to receive an $18,000 grant from the Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund to support the development of Peer School.

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Move for your Mood: Stay active on Blue Monday

There might not be much science behind “Blue Monday” being the saddest day of the year, but the winter blues are very real.

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