page_title: Canadian Mental Health Association
section_title: Current Programs
hierarchical_section_title: Canadian Mental Health Association / Current Programs
caption_attribution_description: English: UCalgary's Community Impact Program at Calgary chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association's 3rd annual Ride Don't Hide event in support of mental health awareness.
context_page_description: The Canadian Mental Health Association is the Canadian association founded on April 26, 1918 by Dr. Clarence M. Hincks and Clifford W. Beers. Originally named the Canadian National Committee for Mental Hygiene, it is one of the largest and oldest voluntary health organizations operating in Canada.
  Each year, CMHA divisions and branches across Canada provide service to more than 1.3 million Canadians annually through the combined efforts of more than 10,000 volunteers and 5,000 staff in locally run organizations in more than 300 communities in every province. Its functions are to provide the resources and programs necessary to combat mental health issues and support recovery. The CMHA runs multiple programs a year focused on raising awareness for mental health issues while supporting partner organizations and relevant initiatives. The association is also known to release public statements addressing different laws, regulations, and governmental initiatives that affect mental health.
caption: Canadian Mental Health Association's 3rd annual Ride Don't Hide community bike ride & fundraising event in Calgary, June 2016.
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