Identity area
Type of entity
Corporate body
Authorized form of name
Canadian Mental Health Association. Halifax-Dartmouth Branch.
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Description area
Dates of existence
1918-
History
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) was founded in 1918 and is one of the oldest voluntary organizations in Canada. CMHA promotes mental health and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness through advocacy, education, research and service. CMHA branches across Canada provide a wide range of services and supports for individuals and the families of those experiencing mental illness. The Halifax-Dartmouth Branch facilitates access to resources through community-based social support programs and initiatives.