Recreation participants had a great time during an afternoon game of Family Feud.
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Learn practical tools to feel better, handle stress, and build confidence in our free 8-week Living Life to the Full course.
📅 January 8 – February 26 (weekly)
📍 CMHA Vernon — 3100 28th Ave
✉️ To register: workshops@cmhavernon.ca

Thank you Sarah and the TELUS Community Ambassadors for the donation to the Youth Integrated Services Hub as well as hand-knitted toques and gloves for youth and baby items for young parents. We are extremely grateful for community supporters like TELUS.

Coldest Night of the Year is Feb. 28 and you will walk in support of the North Okanagan Rent Bank. It provides housing stability for low to moderate income renters who are unable to pay rent or utilities due to a financial emergency
Register now at en.cnoy.org/location/ver...

Here's your chance to visit The Georgette Thrift Shop and not worry about feeding the meter.
There is free Holiday parking in downtown Vernon - Saturday, Dec. 6, 13 and 20. We are located at 3100 28th Avenue, and open 10 to 4 Saturdays (10-5 Monday to Friday).

During the holidays, it can be hard to know when or where to ask for help. Whatever you're struggling with, no one who reaches out to 9-8-8 will be turned away. We're here to help.
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We are incredibly grateful to Arrowleaf Real Estate for their generous donation to the North Okanagan Rent Bank.
This support means more individuals and families facing unexpected financial emergencies can stay in their homes and avoid the devastating impact of eviction.

CMHA Vernon is seeking input from youth to inform decision-making in the development of Foundry North Okanagan. Your contributions could have a meaningful impact on youth resources.
Dec 10 | 3:30-5:30PM.
3304 30th Ave
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For all those who donated during Giving Tuesday, a huge thank you. We are extremely grateful.
But while Giving Tuesday has passed, the need for support continues. You can be the reason someone feels heard. You can be the reason someone feels they’re not alone.
www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/4850

This Giving Tuesday, your donation helps fund life-saving programs and builds a community where mental health is never faced alone.
👉 Donate now at www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/4850

Be the Reason campaign will create more inspiration stories like Michelle's - Think Local Michelle had been convinced that she would never accomplish anything, that she would never be enough.

Help transform lives on this Giving Tuesday.
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This Giving Tuesday, help more journeys begin.
Michelle once believed she would never be enough—until she walked through the doors of CMHA Vernon and found hope. Read Michelle’s journey and see how your support can change a life. cmhavernon.ca/be-the-reason/

The Foodanomics crew continues to be busy in the kitchen preparing cookies for the upcoming festive season. Foodanomics is an opportunity for participants to learn new skills in the kitchen while also gaining confidence and socializing with others.

Madison Clipperton (left) presents $10,000 to Vicki Proulx on behalf of the Clipperton family. The funds will go to Foundry North Okanagan and integrated health services for local youth. Learn more or donate at cmhavernon.ca/openthedoor/ Thank you Clipperton family. We appreciate your support.

CMHA Vernon is seeking input from local youth to inform the development and design of Foundry North Okanagan.
December 10 | 3:30PM - 5:30PM.
-Must be ages 12-24
-Must reside in the North Okanagan.
-Must attend the full 2h session.
Use the link below to register:
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Volunteer as a responder with the Interior Crisis Line network. Learn about mental health, connect with caring people, and add purpose to your resume. If you’ve ever wished you could help, this is your moment. Your time can save lives. Join us.
To apply, visit cmhavernon.ca/about-crisis-lines/

As the year draws to a close, we’re reminded that one of the most powerful gifts we can offer is presence — the simple act of truly seeing someone.
At CMHA Vernon & District, we witness every day how being seen can change a life. Your support helps us:
Donate Now www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/4850

The Downtown Vernon Association kicks off the holiday season with FROSTIVAL. On Nov. 27 from 4 to 8 p.m., look for the CMHA booth in the 3200 block of 30th Avenue where we will have festive activities. Over at 3304 30th Ave, the Youth Integrated Services Hub will be a place to get warm.
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Thank you to the Vernon Philanthropic Educational Organization for providing holiday gift bags to our participants. The PEO's fundraising efforts go towards the community as well as helping women further their education with low-interest loans, grants and scholarships.

Here are some tips that can help improve your mental health. Learn about CMHA Vernon programs at cmhavernon.ca

Bounce Back is a free program to help adults manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered online or over the phone with a coach, you will get tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
cmhavernon.ca/wellness-education-programs/

Thank you Powerhouse Theatre for inviting our recreation participants to The Play that Goes Wrong. This hilarious production runs until Dec. 6. Make sure you check it out.
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Everyone has power to help someone with mental health struggles - Think Local As we approach the end of the year, we’re reminded of the incredible power each of us holds—the power to make someone feel seen, heard and valued.

Be the Reason during the holiday season. Make a difference in the lives of friends, family and neighbours.
@harwindersandhu.bsky.social @kellisullivan.bsky.social @juliapayson.bsky.social

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At CMHA Vernon, we see every day how a simple act of kindness can change a life. Your support helps us provide a range of services. Donate Now - www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/4850
Together, we can build a community where mental health is visible, supported, and never faced alone.

Transgender Day of Remembrance, Nov. 20, honours the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Vernon Pride hosts a Candlelight Vigil tonight at 6 pm at the Courthouse, with reception to follow.
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CMHA Vernon's Youth Integrated Services Hub is seeing young parents struggling to care for their infants. Donations are needed of Baby wipes, Formula, Teething toys, Bottles, Non-perishable baby food, Vouchers for diapers
YISH, 3304 30th Avenue. youth@cmhavernon.ca

As the year comes to a close, we’re reminded of the deep human need to feel safe — to know we’re not alone, and that someone cares. Donate Now www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/4850
Together, we can build a community where mental health is protected, supported, and never faced alone.

#NationalAddictionsAwarenessWeek highlights the reality that substance use impacts people in every community, and that support, treatment, and recovery resources exist. cmhavernon.ca/family-suppo...

This week is #RestorativeJusticeWeek, an annual event that aims to raise awareness of restorative justice approaches to crime. RJ is one of the referral-based supports available through Adult Integrated Services. Visit: cmhavernon.ca/adult-integr...

Vicki (second from left) with CMHA Vernon, receives $5,000 from Kelly, with Vernon Alliance Church. The funds will support North Okanagan Rent Bank, which helps individuals stay in their homes when a financial emergency impacts their ability to pay the rent.