Press Releases
Latest Press Releases from the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF), our mission to inspire men to make small changes and live healthier lives.
Latest Press
CMHF Announces the Launch of Move For Your Mental Health 2022
Move For Your Mental Health 2022 is a month-long event created to raise awareness, educate and drive action for men and their family’s mental well-being.
Canadian Men’s Health Foundation Launches “Don’t Change Much” Podcast
The new Don’t Change Much podcast has launched. It features real conversations about men’s health and that inform, relate and resonate with men.
CMHF Launches ‘Men’s Health Check’ Tool to Help Men Take Control of Their Health
The CMHF has launched an improved version of its online health assessment tool. Men’s Health Check was created for men looking to take the first step in making small lifestyle changes that lead to long-term health benefits, and to date it has helped over 55,000 men take control of their health.
CMHF Supports Mental Health During Pandemic With Free MindFit Toolkit
The Canadian Men’s Health Foundation launched its new MindFit Toolkit in collaboration with TELUS Health—a free, online resource with tools to help men and their families manage mild to moderate stress and anxiety.
Kelly Hrudey Joins Canadian Men’s Health Foundation to Help More Men Get Access to Mental Health Support
Sportsnet & Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster and former NHL goaltenderKelly Hrudey joins CMHF as a national Champion to help men get access to mental health support and resources.
Peregrine Supply Co. Collaborates with Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Peregrine Supply Co. and the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation are collaborating to bring a new shopping experience and men’s health exhibit to Burnaby this November.
Canadian Men’s Health Foundation Welcomes Noah Morantz as Vice President, Development & Operations
The CMHF is pleased to welcome Noah Morantz to their team as Vice President of Development & Operations. Morantz has spent his 20-year career leading non-profit organizations and volunteering his time to develop strong and vibrant communities in BC.
CMHF’s Men’s Health Month Starts Tomorrow
Vancouver, May 31, 2021 – Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF) kicks off Men’s Health Month, June 1, with an impactful line-up of virtual speaking and fitness events to provide tools and resources focused on the benefits of exercise for men’s mental and physical...
CMHF’s Men’s Health Month Targets Mental Health
Vancouver, May 3, 2021 – The Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF) is proud to announce Men’s Health Month, June 1-30. The 2021 theme—Move for Your Mental Health—focuses on stress and anxiety experienced during the pandemic, and how exercise can improve physical and...
Canadian Men’s Health Foundation Names TC Carling President & CEO
Vancouver, February 8, 2021 – Today, the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF) announced that TC Carling has been named its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Carling assumed the position on February 1, 2021, and succeeded Wayne Hartrick, who held the role...
UBC Research Finds ‘Don’t Change Much’ Improves Men’s Health Behaviours
Men who regularly used a free web resource, DontChangeMuch.ca, made significantly more health changes than men who did not, finds a new study from the University of British Columbia and Intensions Consulting. “We believe we have ‘cracked the code’ to engaging large...
COVID-19 Lockdown Bringing Fathers Closer to Their Kids
Vancouver, B.C. (June 16, 2020) — A pair of new studies reveals a silver lining amid the COVID gloom: Many fathers feel closer to their kids during the COVID-19 pandemic, and want to create a new normal going forward. The studies were released today as part of...
New Study Indicates Men are Working Themselves into an Early Grave
Vancouver, June 10, 2019 – A recent study by the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF) uncovered 81% of Canadian men find their day-to-day work to be stressful. The implications are worrisome, with 60% of men saying that work affects their ability to get a...
Funding to support men to live healthy, active lives
Victoria (June 17, 2018) – The Government of British Columbia has provided $1.5 million to the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF) to support men in British Columbia to live healthier lives. Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, announced the funding in recognition of...
72% of Canadian Men Live Unhealthy Lifestyles
Toronto, June 11, 2018 – New Canadian research released today finds seventy-two percent of men regularly demonstrate two or more unhealthy habits, including a poor diet, smoking cigarettes, problem drinking, not exercising or not getting regular sleep. The study,...
Canadian Football Players Put their Shoulder into Men’s Health
Canadians may believe they are a fit nation, but Canadian men actually lag behind in health. In fact, more than 65% of Canadian men aged 30 – 64 are overweight or obese, almost 50% are inactive, over 40% binge drink and 26% smoke. These lifestyle choices can lead to...
Artificial Intelligence Tested to Improve Men’s Health
Vancouver (May 29, 2017) — A New York high tech innovator and a Canadian not-for-profit health Foundation have teamed up to conduct a 6 month test of the effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in helping nudge men forward to be more proactive about their...
Dr. Larry Goldenberg Receives Societe Internationale D’Urologie Distinguished Career Award
Buenos Aires, Argentina (October 20, 2016) — Dr. Larry Goldenberg is a leader in the field of medicine and a pioneer in the treatment of prostate cancer. He was honoured with a Societe Internationale D’Urologie (SIU) Distinguished Career Award for his...