Event Date: Saturday, September 6th
Check-in: 10:00 am
Class: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Location: Mount St. Vincent Fitness Centre, Rosaria Bldg
131 Lumpkin Rd, Halifax, NS
Cost: $20
Must be 18+ years old to participate.
Experience the magic of Christmas and all things Canadian: Northern Lights & Ocean Nights.
For over 30 years, the Foundation’s annual gala has been Halifax’s unofficial kick-off to the holiday season.
In 2025, we are excited to welcome you to the RBC Holiday Black Tie Gala, an elevated evening celebrating all things Canadian: “Northern Lights & Ocean Nights.” From merry mingling, festive photo booths and fine dining to exciting raffles, live auctions and late-night dancing, there’s no better way to usher in the spirit of the season.
With the continued support of Nova Scotia’s business and philanthropic communities, our Holiday Black Tie Gala raises vital funds to support organizations & programming in communities across the province, making a difference to the many Nova Scotians living with mental illness or addiction.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Note: 6PM Reception | 7PM Dinner
Experience the magic of Christmas in New York without leaving Halifax.
The inaugural RBC Holiday Black Tie Gala offers an evening of elegance that promises to transport guests to the iconic streets of Manhattan. Guests will be welcomed into a sophisticated reception featuring food and drink, signature mocktails, festive photo opportunities, and holiday tunes from Rec Rooms Jams. After a finely curated dinner and live auction, The Mellotones will take the stage and guests can dance the night away under the twinkling lights of a Rockefeller-style Christmas tree.
With the continued support of Nova Scotia’s business and philanthropic communities, the RBC Holiday Black Tie Gala will launch the celebratory season of giving in style while raising vital funds to support the mental health of Nova Scotians.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Note: 6PM Reception | 7PM Dinner
Join us for Let’s Keep Talking featuring Canadian Olympian Clara Hughes! Presented by Bell Let’s Talk in celebration of outstanding Nova Scotians living with mental illness or addiction, or supporting those who do.
Join us at our AGM to celebrate the power of connection while reflecting on 2023-2024 and how how our donors, partners, and volunteers help us make a difference in the lives of Nova Scotians living with mental illness and addiction.
Save the date for the 20th Anniversary of Halifax’s most entertaining fundraiser in support of mental health and addiction programs throughout Nova Scotia, A Different Stage of Mind presented by BMO Financial Group. Learn more here.
LET’S KEEP TALKING AWARDS, PRESENTED BY BELL LET’S TALK
October 3rd, 2023
Giving Tuesday is about more than a donation; it is an opportunity to give back and spread kindness to those who need it the most.
The 19th BMO A Different Stage of Mind calls on community and business leaders to step out of their comfort zones and into the spotlight to raise funds and awareness for mental illness and addiction programs throughout Nova Scotia. Want to play a role? Purchase a table or donate to your favourite star’s fundraising goal!
The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia is proud to amplify the voices of its partners at the Canadian Mental Health Association each year for CMHA Mental Health Week.
Each year more than 250,000 Nova Scotians face the reality of living with a mental illness or addiction. During May, the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we work to eradicate stigma, provide hope, and raise funds to increase financial support to community initiatives that support Nova Scotians living with mental disorders and their loved ones.
Transgender people disproportionately experience poor mental health outcomes due to stigmatization, oppression, and discrimination, gender-based violence, and gender dysphoria. Transgender Day of Visibility is dedicated to celebrating transgender folx, their contributions to society while raising awareness of the discrimination and mental health challenges faced by transgender people worldwide.
Each March, music therapists and healthcare providers work to raise awareness for music therapy. Its goal is to teach the world about music therapy while advocating, celebrating, and cultivating music therapy within communities throughout Canada and around the world.
Black Mental Health Day is a health promotion day aimed at raising awareness about the adverse effects anti-Black racism has on the physical and mental health of Black communities. Launched in Toronto in March 2020, this observance draws attention to how anti-Black racism continues to impact the daily lives of Black Canadians.
Join the Nova Scotia Brotherhood in celebrating Black History Month every Thursday in February at 7:00 p.m. by acknowledging individuals who’ve positively impacted Nova Scotia!
Therapeutic Recreation Month is an awareness initiative of the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association (CTRA). Rec Therapy month is recognized each February, to raise awareness of the positive impact recreational programs and services have on individuals living with mental illness and addiction.
Psychology Month is celebrated every February to highlight the contributions of Canadian psychologists and to show Canadians how psychology works to help – people live healthy and happy lives, their communities flourish, their employers create better workplaces, and their governments develop effective policies.
Join us February 1-14 in having heart-to-heart conversations while raising funds for mental health by holding your own Facebook Fundraiser.
The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia is proud to carry on a conversation about mental health in partnership with Bell Let’s Talk. We’re helping create positive change for those living with mental illness and addiction by raising funds for mental health and addiction supports in communities throughout Nova Scotia. When it comes to mental health, now more than ever, every action counts.
The Tunnel of Hope is proudly presented by Emera and Nova Scotia Power. The 150-ft light installation stretches along the Salter Street boardwalk on the Halifax Waterfront as part of Evergreen Bright at the Evergreen Festival. We believe that not only is there light at the end of the tunnel but hope can be found at many points throughout your mental health journey. We hope this festive display leaves you feeling inspired to brighten the lives of Nova Scotians living with mental illness and addiction.
Double the impact of your donation in the form of a Message of Kindness thanks to our matching partners at Killam Apartment REIT and Southwest Properties.
The chic, sophisticated Festival of Trees Gala Reception celebrating the many donors, partners, sponsors and volunteers who’ve contributed to the Foundation’s efforts over the past 30 years to improve the lives of Nova Scotians living with mental illness and addiction.
The Festival of Tree’s Forest of Trees will be open to the public once again November 20-27th.
Help the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia in its mission to make a difference in the lives of Nova Scotians living with mental illness and addiction, and their loved ones while you achieve your mission to complete this race.
Join the Nova Scotia Brotherhood and Men’s Health League in a Safe Space where Black Men can talk about Race and Mental Health, all while getting a FREE professional cut, fade, or shave Monday evenings from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Duane Winter at 902-240-6131 or duane.winter@nshealth.ca to schedule an appointment.
Proudly presented by Bell Let’s Talk in recognition of Mental Illness Awareness Week, Let’s Keep Talking is anti-atigma initiative that calls on notable Canadian mental health advocates to continue a dialogue about mental illness and addiction while also honouring outstanding Nova Scotians who live with or support those living with psychological disorders.
For #MIAW2021 we’re recognizing Nova Scotians who’ve inspired others while living with mental illness and addiction or supporting those within the mental health community. Join us virtually on Friday, October 8th at 12:00 p.m. for Let’s Keep Talking with Allison Garber presented by Bell Let’s Talk as we for a conversation surrounding mental health and alcohol. We’ll also honour this year’s recipients of our Let’s Keep Talking Awards during the event.
Camp BELIEVE is an overnight summer camp for children and youth aged 10-18 who are impacted by a parent or guardian’s mental illness.
Parents/guardians who struggle with mental health concerns may worry about the impact their illness has on their children. Camp BELIEVE is a place where kids can create meaningful connections with others who have similar family experiences, try a wide range of camp activities, and build valuable skills to help them to be successful outside of camp, as well. All of this takes place during a week full of exceptional fun!
Campers will discuss their parent/guardian’s mental illness, learn about mental health, and develop healthy coping skills to take home with them. To benefit from this camp experience, campers should be willing and able to take part in these discussions and skill-development sessions.
Applications are now closed for 2021. Questions? Contact Camp Registrar, Sally Banks, at info@brigadoonvillage.org
