Free Mental Health and Addictions Workshops offered by the West Toronto Ontario Health Team (WTOHT) and Canadian Mental Health Association – Toronto (CMHA – Toronto)

There is a significant demand for mental health support among our communities. That’s why we are excited to partner with the Canadian Mental Health Association - Toronto Branch (CMHA – Toronto) to deliver free mental health workshops to anyone who needs them.

The workshops are designed to help you learn and develop skills to manage your mental health effectively. Facilitated by our talented team of Community Educators, we offer a safe and supportive space to help you gain a deeper understanding of mental health issues, build awareness around how mental health impacts you and give you the tools needed to improve your mental well-being.

These workshops are structured in four-part series and are offered throughout the year both online and in-person at locations across West Toronto. Each week, you will be provided with take-home learning to help you apply the lessons in your daily life, such as approaches on setting boundaries, healthy coping tactics, routine building and more. Following completion of all four workshops, you will receive a certificate from the WTOHT and CMHA – Toronto.

Our first series of workshops “Stress Management: Finding Balance in Life” will begin in-person on August 8 and online on August 10.

Note: Tickets are required for the registration process. Due to limitations on the registration platform, you must get a ticket for each workshop in a series.

SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE

 
 
 

Our Current Offerings:

Stress Management: Finding Balance in Life Series

This four-part series focuses on teaching effective techniques for managing stress, addressing burnout and developing practical skills for maintaining optimal physical and mental well-being.

In-person workshops:

  • One series option for anyone aged 18+, and one series option for caregivers

  • Food to be provided at no cost to attendees

  • Locations:

    • Access Alliance - AccessPoint on Jane (761 Jane St, York)

    • Boardroom at Village Family Health Team (171 E Liberty St. Unit 102, Toronto)

    • Enbridge Auditorium at West Park Healthcare Centre (82 Buttonwood Ave, York)

Online workshops:

  • One series option for anyone aged 18+, and one series option for new and expecting parents

  • Online classes will be held via Zoom. Zoom links will be provided once registration is complete.

Note: We have plans to expand our offerings to additional topics and groups.

What to bring?

  • Follow the masking policy of each venue

  • If you would like to take notes, bring a pen and notepad

 

Learning Objectives:

 

Workshop 1: Managing Stress

A workshop aimed at teaching effective techniques for coping with and reducing stress.

  • Understand common signs of stress

  • Identify signs and symptoms of stress in myself

  • Be mindful of ways to help with stress

  • Understand the importance of setting boundaries

Workshop 2: Mindful Living

A workshop focused on developing mindfulness skills for greater awareness.

  • Understand the concept of mindfulness

  • Be aware of mindfulness in everyday life

Workshop 3: Overcoming Burnout

A workshop addressing burnout and offering strategies for sustaining energy and passion.

  • Understand burnout

  • Identify signs and symptoms of burnout in myself

  • Be mindful of ways to help cope with burnout

  • Promote well-being in your life

 Workshop 4: Self-Care Matters

A workshop discussing self-care and practical skills to maintain physical and mental well-being.

  • Define the importance of self-care practice

  • Identify my self-care needs

  • Develop a toolkit of self-care strategies

  • Implement a self-care plan to maintain my wellness