About Our Challenge
In February, our Team is taking part in The Push-Up Challenge. We are challenging ourselves to complete a heap of push-ups between February 5-27, 2026 to push for better mental health outcomes in Canada.
You can help us push for better mental health in Canada by joining us or donating to our team.
All proceeds go to the Canadian Mental Health Association to support mental illness recovery and foster positive mental health outcomes in Canada.
Supporting CMHA Nova Scotia Division
The Canadian Mental Health Association, Nova Scotia Division (CMHA-NS), is one of the Nova Scotia’s longest-standing mental health charities and a trusted leader in advancing mental health and wellness.
We believe that supporting mental health extends beyond treating illness — it’s about fostering environments where people can be well and stay well.
Guided by the social determinants of health, we provide housing support and trustee services, employment support, suicide prevention training, peer support programs, and mental health education to thousands of Nova Scotians every year.
In 2024 alone, thanks to our donors, our programs made a tangible difference in the lives of Nova Scotians:
- 1,814 people gained tools to better understand their own mental health and support those around them through our education and training programs.
- 705 participants developed the skills and confidence to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and step in with support through our Communities Addressing Suicide Together program.
- 249 individuals accessed peer support services, finding strength and hope by connecting with others who have walked a similar path.
- 213 individuals and families received housing support through Project H.O.P.E., giving them stability, security, and a foundation for better mental health.
- 36 Nova Scotians received personalized employment support through the At Work program, opening the door to independence, dignity, and brighter futures.
In partnership with our independently governed branches in Halifax-Dartmouth, Colchester-East Hants, and Southwest Nova Scotia, we promote resilience, recovery, and wellness by reducing stigma, amplifying the voices of those with lived experience, and advocating for equitable access to mental health and substance use supports.
As part of CMHA’s national federation, we are connected to a coast-to-coast-to-coast network of branches and divisions united by a shared mission and brand: mental health for all.
Présente dans plus de 330 collectivités réparties dans chaque province et au Yukon, l’ACSM œuvre en défense des droits et offre des programmes et des ressources qui contribuent à prévenir les problèmes de santé mentale et les troubles mentaux ainsi qu’à soutenir le rétablissement et la résilience afin de permettre à tous les Canadiens et à toutes les Canadiennes de s’épanouir pleinement.
This team is currently ranked > 305 out of all teams that are fundraising
| Rank | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 302 | Team MEA | $2023.00 |
| 303 | The rep count cartel | $2020.00 |
| 304 | Karved Bodies | $2020.00 |
| 305 | Bearspaw Duffers Association | $2005.00 |
| 306 | Team CMHA-NS | $2005.00 |
| 307 | Abundance $quad | $2001.00 |
| 308 | Loopers for Mental Health | $2000.00 |
Team Push-Up Total
Thanks to Our Sponsors
$250
Susan Snyder
$250
Jane & Brian Power-Grimm
Thanks for all you do through your open communication, the example you set, the work you do to support others in need, and for all those push-ups!!!
$155
Valerie Smith
$150
Terry & Tara Moore
Great job Kyle!!
$100
Carolyn & Floyd
$100
Anonymous
Best of luck!
$100
Trevor Nichols
$100
PJ and Marg
Think how strong you will be when you are done.Olivia!!
$65
Cindy Gates-Dee
$50
Marg Murray
Thanks for all you do for our CMHA's in Nova Scotia. You are a true Mental Health Champion!
$50
Seana Jewer
So proud of you! You got this!
$50
Anonymous
$50
Faith Woodworth
$40
Janet Woodworth
$40
Amy
Look at you out here making a difference! So proud of you and happy to support!
$40
Anonymous
$40
Phoenix & Griffin
You can do it, put your back into it!
$35
Anonymous
Great job Kyle!
$35
Jonathan Chawla
$35
Karan Dasgupta
You got this Kyle!
$30
Holly
Just testing the water so I can coach people on how easy it is to donate. Keep up the amazing word CMHA-NS Comms!
$25
Karn
Keep pushing for better all year round!! XO
$25
Brigitte Beneteau
Way to go!! 💪
$25
Aunt Gaye
Way to go Kyle!
$25
Karn
You got this!!! Keep pushing for better all year round!
$25
Erica Allanach
$20
Anonymous
Good luck with the challenge this year, Erin!
$20
Karn
You go girl! You’ve got this! Keep pushing for better!
$20
Karn
Look at you go! You’ve got this! Keep pushing for better!
$20
Sara Payson
$20
Karn
Still going strong! Doing push-ups all over the place! Go girl! My hero!
$15
Kel McCall
Love this!
Part of Leaderboard Small-Medium Organisations
Good luck Kyle