CMHA HKPR now accepting nominations for Community Mental Health Awards

The Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (CMHA HKPR) is now accepting nominations for the Annual Community Mental Health Awards and Tam Grant Bursary.

Community members are encouraged to nominate someone who is deserving of recognition for their efforts in improving mental health in our community, including volunteers, community leaders, individuals with lived experience of mental illness and their family members.

Applications are also open for the annual Tam Grant Bursary, for students entering post-secondary education with a diagnosed mental illness. The deadline for the following awards and bursary submissions is 4:30 p.m. on June 23rd, 2025.

The Achievement Through Adversity Award honours a client of CMHA HKPR services, or a survivor of mental illness, who has shown continued courage and tenacity in reaching their goals. In education, employment, volunteering, or through the tasks of daily living, this individual is a role model for others on the journey to a healthy life.

The Maurice Lovnes Award is presented to an individual, or individuals, who have volunteered with CMHA HKPR, and who have exemplified the following traits during the year: vision, dedication, caring, support and commitment.

The Caregiver Champion Award honours a family member or caregiver who has shown continued support to a person living with mental health concerns.

The Naresh James Award recognizes an individual who has championed critical issues, pioneered initiatives, and has achieved lasting impacts in support of those who live with mental health issues, as well as assisting their families and friends. This individual has demonstrated a commitment to support individuals who live with mental health challenges through their leadership, advocacy, and perseverance.

The Champion of Mental Health acknowledges individuals or organizations that have made outstanding contributions in the community by supporting mental health. These contributions should support knowledge, hope and belonging: the three pillars that form the foundation of our organization to enable Mental Health for All.

The Tam Grant Bursary recognizes that access to educational programs is one way for individuals living with schizophrenia or other serious and persistent mental illnesses to realize their own potential. The Tam Grant Memorial Bursary seeks to encourage and support these individuals as they pursue higher education. The bursary is awarded up to a maximum of $1,000. Applicants must be residents of Peterborough, Northumberland, Kawartha Lakes or Haliburton.