🐣 Early bird registration is now open!
Transform the mental health culture of your organization by attending the 9th annual Working Stronger Conference, Alberta's premier workplace mental health conference.
📅 October 8 & 9, 2026
📍 Calgary, Alberta (Hotel Arts)
🐣 Early bird pricing ($450) available until June 30
Register today and save with early bird registration at https://workingstronger.cmha.ca/conference/.
The Working Stronger Conference offers two days filled with transformative workshops, captivating keynotes, and inspiring stories. This year’s theme, Together We Thrive, focuses on how connection strengthens wellbeing in the workplace.
Hosted by CMHA Alberta and Centre for Suicide Prevention, the Working Stronger Conference will be held at Hotel Arts in Calgary, Alberta on October 8 & 9, 2026.
Early bird pricing ($450) is available until June 30.
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Gibbons, Coronation, Faust, Smoky River, and Crossfield are just five of the communities who received Rural Mental Health Network Community Grants this year!
• Gibbons, Alberta, has received the Rural Mental Health Network Community Grant for the third year in a row! This year, they received $15,000.
• Coronation, Alberta, has received its first Rural Mental Health Network Community Grant! They received $12,000.
• Faust, Alberta, has received its first Rural Mental Health Network Community Grant! They received $5,000.
• Smoky River, Alberta, has received its first Rural Mental Health Network Community Grant! They received $4,500.
• Crossfield, Alberta, has received its fifth Rural Mental Health Network Community Grant! This year, they received $15,000.
Learn more about Rural Mental Health Network and get involved today: https://rural-mental-health-network.mn.co/landing/
Mental Health Week is an opportunity to build connections, support one another, and create communities where people feel included and valued.
Every conversation and every moment of connection can help support mental well-being.
Learn more: https://alberta.cmha.ca/mental-health-week-2026/
#ComeTogetherCanada #MentalHealthWeek
Coming together doesn’t require big gestures.
Small everyday actions can strengthen connection and support mental health:
• Checking in with a friend
• Spending time with family
• Participating in community events
These moments help people feel supported and connected.
This Mental Health Week, let’s take small steps toward stronger connections.
Join us: https://alberta.cmha.ca/mental-health-week-2026/
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Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 First Responders Half Marathon in Edmonton this past weekend! 🏃
The marathon saw an inspiring turnout, with over 600 participants joining us, and was made possible thanks to the dedicated support of our fantastic team of volunteers! 🩵
The 2026 First Responders Half Marathon in Calgary will be held on Sunday, Oct. 18 at St. Patrick’s Island Park – learn more and sign up today: https://www.firstrespondershalfmarathon.ca/calgary
Connection is an important factor in supporting mental health and well-being.
The Mental Health Week Fact Sheet: The Benefits of Social Connection highlights how meaningful relationships help reduce loneliness, support resilience, and strengthen communities.
With many Canadians experiencing loneliness, understanding the benefits of connection can help inspire small everyday actions that make a difference.
Find the social connection fact sheet here: https://alberta.cmha.ca/mental-health-week-2026/
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Why does connection matter so much for our mental health?
The Mental Health Week Fact Sheet: The Science Behind Social Connection explores the research that shows how connection supports emotional well-being and why relationships are essential to our health.
Learn more about the science behind connection and mental health.
Find the social connection fact sheet here: https://alberta.cmha.ca/mental-health-week-2026/
#ComeTogetherCanada #MentalHealthWeek
Connection plays an important role in workplace well-being.
When employees feel supported and connected, workplaces become healthier environments where people can thrive.
The Mental Health Week Workplace Toolkit provides practical resources to help organizations build stronger connections at work.
Find the workplace toolkit here: https://alberta.cmha.ca/mental-health-week-2026/
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Schools are powerful spaces for connection, belonging, and support.
The Mental Health Week Teacher Toolkit provides educators with resources and activities designed to help students explore the importance of social connection and its impact on mental health.
Loneliness affects hundreds of thousands of young people in Canada. In fact, 17% of youth report feeling lonely. Creating supportive classroom environments, where students feel connected, can make a meaningful difference.
Find the teacher toolkit here: https://alberta.cmha.ca/mental-health-week-2026/
#ComeTogetherCanada #MentalHealthWeek
Mental Health Week begins today.
This year’s theme, ‘Come Together, Canada – Stronger Connections, better mental health,’ highlights the powerful role social connection plays in improving well-being.
Social connection is essential to mental health, yet many people are feeling alone. In Canada, millions of Canadian youth, adults and seniors say they feel lonely often or always.
This week, we’re inviting Canadians to take small steps toward connection — whether it’s reaching out to a friend, joining a community event, or simply starting a conversation.
When we come together, we strengthen mental health for everyone.
Learn more: https://alberta.cmha.ca/mental-health-week-2026/
#ComeTogetherCanada #MentalHealthWeek
Tomorrow is the last day to register for Edmonton’s 2026 First Responders Half Marathon!
Participate in a 21k, 10k, 5k, or 1k fun run. If you can’t participate, you can support us by making a donation.
📅 Sunday, May 3
📍 Laurier Park
The marathon supports OSI-CAN Alberta, a program of CMHA Alberta and Centre for Suicide Prevention. OSI-CAN Alberta is a community-based peer support and recovery-focused initiative for military, first responders, and public safety personnel.
Learn more and sign up today: http://www.firstrespondershalfmarathon.ca/edmonton
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92% of respondents felt supported in their needs as a caregiver after participating in Caregiver Connections.
Your wellbeing matters. Caregiver Connections offers a safe opportunity to connect with others and explore what you need to take care of yourself as you support a loved one with mental health concerns.
Find your community with Caregiver Connections at https://alberta.cmha.ca/what-we-do/cmha-in-albertas-projects/caregiverconnections/.
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