The Courrier

All through the month of January, 4 Wing Health Promotion supported the “Mental Health Awareness – Reduce Stigma, Create Awareness, Talk About It” Campaign with several creative and informative events.

The aim of this campaign is to educate Canadian Armed Forces members on mental health, mental fitness and mental injury. The campaign encourages them to think outside-the-box in terms of mental health, and promote self-care and relaxation techniques. Social wellness is a fundamental pillar of the Strengthening the Forces Health Promotion programming.

Participants enjoyed a relaxing yoga session that ended with a 15-minute cat cuddle, courtesy of the Lakeland Humane Society on January 24. Courses on mental fitness and suicide awareness provided a wealth of information. Information boards and ideas for steps to a positive attitude about mental health were featured in the main lobby and hallways of Colonel JJ Parr Sports Centre.