Programs and Events
ONLINE - Mental Health Peer Support Groups
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Men's Group
Bi-weekly on Wednesdays, 6 - 7 pm
A non-judgmental space to share and connect with other men. This is a place of encouragement and acceptance for men to speak openly about their challenges in a peer-based, supportive setting and benefit from the experience of others who have 'been there'.
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Peer Connect
Bi-weekly on Wednesdays, 12 - 1 pm
Peer Connect is a safe and non-judgmental group that exists to connect you with others who can relate to living with mental health challenges. Connect with others in a safe space, and gain encouragement, strength and hope as we walk through recovery, together.
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Climate Cafés
The 2nd Thurs. of the Month, 6-7:30 pm
A brave, supportive, and confidential space for participants to share our emotional responses to the climate crisis. Climate cafés focus on feelings; no feeling is too difficult or taboo to discuss. Participants can share as much or as little as they are comfortable with.
Men Supporting Men: A Healing Walk
Upcoming dates: Sep. 4 and 18th
This walk offers an opportunity for men to step away from daily stress, reflect, connect, support one another and strengthen their well-being.
We’ll meet outside the main doors of the Queen Square Building (where the HMC office is), buddy up for a refreshing walk, engaging in casual conversations and mutual encouragement with no pressure to share (you can simply enjoy the company of others).
Whether you're looking for peer support, personal growth, or simply a positive space, this is an opportunity to build community while prioritizing mental wellness.
And, we’ll wrap up with a relaxed gathering over refreshments, giving participants the chance to continue conversations and strengthen bonds.
Bi-weekly on Thursdays, 6 - 7 pm / Meet @ 45 Alderney Dr
Upcoming Events
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HMC Member Orientation
12:00-12:30 p.m. (AST) on Tue, Aug 26
Learn about Healthy Minds Cooperative, get to know some of the staff, and discover opportunities to engage.
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Affected Others
Fall 2025 dates are now available
Affected Others is an 8-week supportive learning program for people with a loved one living with substance use disorder (i.e. addiction to drugs, including alcohol).
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Suicide Prevention for 2SLGBTQIA+ Communities
3:00 - 4:30 p.m. (AST) on Wed, Sept 10
A virtual panel discussion to mark World Suicide Prevention Day, featuring panelists from Roots of Hope and prideHealth from Halifax, NS.
Peer-Led Programs
Mental Health Writers’ Group
Join our resident writer, poet and facilitator Nanci Lee for our online creative writing group.
Learn about poetry and prose by reading and discussing examples from writers around the globe, tackle writing exercises, and share your work (not required).
Come ready to think, feel, and create!
This program breaks for July/August