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Do you know a mental health changemaker in your community? Nominations are now open for the CMHA, Alberta Division Awards! Learn more and submit your nomination by visiting ow.ly/qzoB50P3rRn #mentalhealthawards #mentalhealthab #mentalhealthchampion

Meet Jamal. He looks exhausted lately, and when he’s not working, all he does is watch TV and sleep. If you have a friend like Jamal, it’s time to step up and offer your support: buddyup.ca #buddyup #suicideprevention

An Alberta blacksmith and first responders forge lasting tribute to mental health struggle: ow.ly/lnXh50OxVkO #firstreponders #mentalhealthab #PTSI #OSI #frontlinementalhealth

As wildfires ravage Alberta, firefighters point to pressure on mental, physical health: ow.ly/1NvA50OxVgt #firstresponders #wildfiresab #mentalhealthab

#UniversalMentalHealthCare means people can easily find and receive free care and resources where they live, work, and play. Visit mentalhealthweek.ca to learn more. Let's work together to create better mental health care access for all. #CMHAMentalHealthWeek

1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental illness or mental health issue in their lifetime, but we all have mental health. Sharing our story helps us build connections in our communities and break down stigma: mentalhealthweek.ca. #MyStory #CMHAMentalHealthWeek

During #CMHAMentalHealthWeek,we can harness the power of storytelling to help build connections and understanding between each other while strengthening our communities.  Download the Mental Health Week toolkit and use #MyStory to join the conversation: mentalhealthweek.ca.

Living with OSI/PTSI? Our free, confidential support group in Fort McMurray meets every Thursday at 7 PM. Join our safe and supportive community of Military/Veteran members and Public Safety Personnel. No diagnosis required, just the courage to attend. osicanab.ca/peer-support-g…

Join us on May 6 at Laurier Park in #Edmonton for the First Responders Half Marathon! Volunteer positions available for site setup, water stations, and course direction. Proceeds go to support #mentalhealth initiatives for first responders. Email events@cmha.ab.ca to sign up!

Living with OSI/PTSI? Join our monthly support group in Stony Plain, every 3rd Thursday at 7 PM. Safe, confidential, and free peer support for Military/Veteran members and Public Safety Personnel. No diagnosis required, just the courage to attend. ow.ly/xAr850NO5Y9

Grand Prairie - if you or a loved one are affected by OSI's or PTSI, our family support group is here for you. Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm. Learn more: ow.ly/jfwz50Nt2fE #OSICAN #PTSI #MentalHealthAwareness #GrandPrairie

#Edmonton residents - if you or a loved one are affected by Occupational Stress Injuries (OSI's) or Post Traumatic Stress Injury (#PTSI), our family support group is here for you. Join us on the 3rd Wed. of each month at 7:30 pm. Learn more: ow.ly/jfwz50Nt2fE

Calgary residents, join our confidential support group for Military/Veteran members and Public Safety Personnel affected by OSI's/PTSI. Our community meets every 2nd Tuesday at 11:30 AM or 6:30 PM. Learn more: ow.ly/ouVU50NAaMz #OSICAN #PTSI #PeerSupport

Camrose residents: If you or a loved one are affected by OSI's or PTSI, our family support group is here for you. Join us on the 3rd Wed at 7pm for a safe space to connect with others who understand what you're going through. Learn more: ow.ly/eZ9250Nt2fF #OSICAN #PTSI

Join us on April 15, 2023, for the Everyday Heroes Gala at Evario Event Centre in Edmonton! Celebrate front-line workers with a 3-course meal, keynote speakers, live entertainment and an award ceremony. Purchase a ticket to support OSI-CAN Alberta: ow.ly/bUQ250Ni38g.

The last day to register for #WorkingStronger2023 is TOMORROW! Don’t miss out on your chance to attend Alberta’s Workplace Mental Health conference. Join us next week on March 7 & 8 at The Westin Edmonton downtown! Register today before it’s too late: ow.ly/NtxA50N7o24.

Community members are invited to attend a watch party for the second annual Love Letter to Men: A Celebration of Men and Mental Health virtual conference on Feb. 15 at MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual in Stony Plain. ow.ly/Oks750MPPvH

Our @CanabOsi Camrose Family & Friends of First Responders peer group meets virtually every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm. All are welcome! For more information, visit osicanab.ca/family-friends….

The 2023 theme for Black History Month is: “Ours to tell”. This theme represents both an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and a commitment to learning more about the stories Black communities in Canada have to tell. Learn more: canada.ca/black-history-…

Register for our Working Stronger Mental Health Conference by February 5 - SAVE $75! Use promo code: WSInstaSpecial23 Join us March 7-8, 2023, at The Westin Edmonton. Register today: workingstronger.cmha.ca/conference. . . #workingstronger2023 #workplacementalhealth #workplacewellness