The Opening Doors Project

Canadians are more digitally connected than ever, and while technology can help us interact, it can’t replace face-to-face connection, which is essential for our mental health.

Are screens getting the best of us? Canadians are digitally connected, yet millions are very lonely FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Toronto (May 4, 2026) – Technology means we can connect instantly with anyone, anywhere. And yet, people in Canada are struggling with loneliness.  As we spend more time online, this Menta...

Connection in a Digital World: Strengthening Real-Life Relationships

Connection in a Digital World: Strengthening Real-Life Relationships We live in an age of constant connection. We can call, text, and share our lives instantly with people all around the world at any time. But as we spend more time online, we’re asking...

Toolkits to create meaningful moments of connection this Mental Health Week.

Toolkit - Mental Health Week 2026 Unmasking Mental Health: This May 5-11, we’re encouraging people across Canada to look beyond the surface and see the whole person.

Social connection is essential to mental health, and still too many people in Canada feel lonely.
This May 4–10, CMHA’s Mental Health Week invites us to Come Together, Canada through
small, everyday acts of connection.
Because connection strengthens mental health.
CMHA National

Mental Health Week 2026 is all about connection
This May 4–10, let’s Come Together, Canada — because connection strengthens mental
health.
CMHA National

Need someone to talk to?
Our Opening Doors Short-Term Counselling offers a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive space for newcomers to explore stress, transitions, and belonging.
Learn more 👇
🔗 https://cmhato.org/programs/opening-doors-short-term-counselling-non-clinical/

Opening Doors - Short-Term Counselling (Non-Clinical) - CMHA Toronto The Opening Doors Project: Short-Term Counselling Program offers free, non-clinical counselling to support newcomers through settlement-related challenges. Learn more.

❄️ Free virtual winter wellness workshop for newcomers
📅 Jan 20 (6–7:30 PM) or Jan 23 (10–11:30 AM)

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Happy Holidays and warm wishes for the New Year from the Opening Doors team ✨

May this season bring rest, connection, and hope. Thank you to our community, partners, and participants for walking alongside us. Together, we continue to build spaces of belonging, care, and possibility.

Sign up for this free workshop if you haven’t already.

Feeling nervous about your first Canadian winter? ❄️Join our free online workshop “Navigating Winters & Caring for Yourself” on December 17, 2025, at 5:30-7:00 PM. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=xLezORIyD0OZpCJoPlAaygZlMw9t10hErFHG18ZMIfFUQTlaVjFPSkFPS0swRkJBWUpLN0w1QjBIRC4u&route=shorturl

Feeling nervous about your first Canadian winter? ❄️Join our free online workshop “Navigating Winters & Caring for Yourself” on December 17, 2025, at 5:30-7:00 PM. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=xLezORIyD0OZpCJoPlAaygZlMw9t10hErFHG18ZMIfFUQTlaVjFPSkFPS0swRkJBWUpLN0w1QjBIRC4u&route=shorturl