Practical Mental Health Training for Employers in Saint John & Zone 2, which includes Sussex and Fundy Shore.
Workplace wellness includes mental health.
The Canadian Mental Health Association of New Brunswick (CMHANB) is offering a series of free information sessions and evidence-informed workplace training opportunities designed to help employers, HR professionals, and people leaders strengthen mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and support employees more effectively.
Whether you manage a small team or a large workforce, these sessions provide practical tools you can apply immediately.
Free Information Sessions
Learn What’s Available & Ask Questions
Join one of our short, employer-focused information sessions to learn:
- How CMHANB supports workplace mental health across the region
- The difference between Coworkers First and Changing Minds workshops
- Which training option is the best fit for your organization
- How sessions can be delivered on-site or virtually
- Costs, timelines, and group size options
These sessions are ideal for HR leaders, managers, supervisors, health & safety staff, nonprofit leaders, and business owners.
👉 Register for an Information Session (choose one):
Next Virtual Information Session –
February 10 at 10am ATL
Workplace Training Opportunities
Coworkers First Workshop
Practical skills for employees to support one another
Coworkers First equips employees to:
- Recognize when a colleague may be struggling
- Respond with confidence and compassion
- Encourage early help-seeking and peer support
- Contribute to a safer, more supportive workplace culture
This program is well-suited for front-line staff, supervisors, and mixed-role teams and is designed to be accessible, engaging, and stigma-reducing.
👉 Register for the Coworkers First Workshop
February 11 in Saint John
March 11 in Sussex
March 23 in St. Stephen
March 26 in Saint John
Changing Minds Workshop
Reducing stigma and strengthening workplace culture
Changing Minds focuses on:
- Challenging myths and misconceptions about mental illness
- Building empathy and understanding in the workplace
- Improving psychological safety and inclusion
- Supporting healthier communication and leadership practices
This workshop is ideal for leadership teams, HR groups, boards, and entire organizations seeking culture-level impact.
👉 Register for the Changing Minds Workshop
February 18-19 in Sussex
March 17-18 in Saint John
Have Questions or Want to Talk It Through?
We’re happy to help you decide what’s right for your organization.
Lisa Cheney
Community Coordinator, Zone 2
Canadian Mental Health Association of New Brunswick
📧 Email: lisa.cheney@cmhanb-acsmnb.ca
📞 Phone: (506) 300-9290