Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba

Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba Not for profit, self-help organization dedicated to providing support, education & advocacy.

We are ending the month with a sense of anticipation. March taught us that growth is often quiet and non-linear. As we m...
03/30/2026

We are ending the month with a sense of anticipation.

March taught us that growth is often quiet and non-linear. As we move into April, we carry those lessons with us. We are moving from the "thaw" into the "bloom."

Stay tuned for more updates on our upcoming Minds in Bloom initiatives. The best is yet to come.



Today is World Bipolar Day—a date chosen to honor the birthday of Vincent Van Gogh, who many believe lived with bipolar ...
03/30/2026

Today is World Bipolar Day—a date chosen to honor the birthday of Vincent Van Gogh, who many believe lived with bipolar disorder. 🎨🧠

Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood. It’s more than just "mood swings"; it’s a journey through deep lows and intense highs (mania). In Canada, approximately 3% of people will experience bipolar disorder in their lifetime. That’s thousands of our neighbors, friends, and family members here in Manitoba.

Our goal today is to replace stigma with understanding. Growth in our community starts when we stop judging the "ups and downs" and start offering steady, consistent support.

Whether you are living with bipolar disorder or supporting someone who is, remember: a diagnosis doesn’t define your worth or your potential for a beautiful, meaningful life.



💙 Learn more about the signs and symptoms here: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bipolar-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355955



Your growth is nurtured by the company you keep. 🌿 Connecting with peers who "get it" can make the path forward feel a l...
03/30/2026

Your growth is nurtured by the company you keep. 🌿

Connecting with peers who "get it" can make the path forward feel a little less steep. Join us this week for our peer-led support groups in Winnipeg, the PMH region, and across Manitoba.

Check the slides for this week's full schedule. ⬇️

MONDAY:
The Adventures Club for Youth 12-17 | Mon 4:00-7:00 pm
Men’s Peer Support Winnipeg | Mon 5:30-6:30 pm*
Mixed Bipolar Virtual Peer Support | Mon 6:45-7:45 pm
VIRTUAL Young Adult (18-28) | Alt. V/IP every Mon 7:30-8:30 pm

TUESDAY:
Seniors Tea & Tales Winnipeg | Tue 1:00-3:00 pm
VIRTUAL Youth (12-17) | Alt. V/IP every Tue 5:00-6:00 pm
Virtual Women’s Peer Support | Tue 6:00-7:00 pm
Virtual Friends & Family Peer Support | Tue 7:00-8:00 pm
Mixed Coffee & Chat Peer Support | Tue 5:30-6:30 pm
Grief & Loss Peer Support | Tue 6:00-7:30 pm*
Mixed Bipolar Peer Support | Tue 6:30-7:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Men’s Virtual Peer Support | Wed 6:30-7:30 pm

THURSDAY:
Seniors Tea & Tales Selkirk | Thu 1:00-2:30 pm
Women’s Peer Support | Thu 5:30-6:30 pm
IN-PERSON Family & Friends Peer Support | Alt IP/V every 2nd Thu 6:00-7:00 pm*
Depression & Anxiety Peer Support | Thu 6:30-7:30 pm

FRIDAY:
Game Night | Fri 6:00-10:00 pm

✨ For more details or to join our virtual groups, visit https://moodmb.ca/peer-support/ or contact us directly.

Growth is a conversation you have with yourself every day. 🗣️✨ Our MDAM Positive Affirmation Cards are designed to help ...
03/29/2026

Growth is a conversation you have with yourself every day. 🗣️✨

Our MDAM Positive Affirmation Cards are designed to help you rewrite that internal script. When the "backsliding" happens or the growth feels slow, these cards serve as a gentle reminder that you are capable, resilient, and supported.

All proceeds go directly back into our peer support programming, helping others in Manitoba find their path to growth.

🛒 Shop here: https://moodmb.ca/resource/positive-affirmation-cards/

When you purchase a ticket to Minds in Bloom 2.0, you’re doing more than attending an event.You’re helping support MDAM’...
03/28/2026

When you purchase a ticket to Minds in Bloom 2.0, you’re doing more than attending an event.
You’re helping support MDAM’s peer support programs, workshops, and community outreach across Manitoba — work that helps people access connection, encouragement, and practical mental health support when they need it most.

On May 13, we’ll gather for an evening of meaningful conversation exploring human-centered innovation, AI, and mental health — and every ticket helps make that impact possible.

📍 Hotel Fort Garry
📅 May 13, 2026
🎟️ Purchase tickets: https://moodmb.ca/event/minds-in-bloom-2/

🌟Are you feeling isolated?🌟 Sign up for our free Friendly Caller Program!🤵 One of our amazing volunteers will call you w...
03/28/2026

🌟Are you feeling isolated?🌟

Sign up for our free Friendly Caller Program!🤵 One of our amazing volunteers will call you weekly to check in on you. Email info(at)moodmb.ca to register.

Caller

Myth: If I have a bad day/week, it means I’ve lost all my progress. Truth: A setback is a part of the growth process, no...
03/28/2026

Myth: If I have a bad day/week, it means I’ve lost all my progress.

Truth: A setback is a part of the growth process, not the end of it. 📈❌

Recovery is often "three steps forward, two steps back." Those two steps back are where you learn how to use your tools in real-time. You are not "back at square one"—you are simply navigating a difficult part of the trail.

You made it through March. 🌿✨ Take a moment today to look back at the beginning of the month. Maybe you’re in a differen...
03/28/2026

You made it through March. 🌿✨

Take a moment today to look back at the beginning of the month. Maybe you’re in a different place than you expected, or maybe you’re exactly where you need to be. Today’s self-care is Reflection. What is one thing you learned about your own resilience this month? Write it down, tuck it away, and carry it into April.

03/27/2026

Sometimes, the best way to help yourself grow is to turn down the noise. 📵✨

For this Fill up your Cup Friday, we challenge you to a "Digital Spring Cleaning." Unfollow accounts that trigger comparison, mute the noise, and spend 30 minutes tonight doing something that grounds you in the real world.

Your mind deserves a quiet space to thrive.

03/26/2026

💙 Women’s Peer Support Group – Winnipeg 💙
Looking for a safe and supportive space to connect? Join our facilitators, Karly and Undela, every Thursday (tomorrow night!) from 5:30-6:30 pm at 100–4 Fort St, Winnipeg.

This group is open to anyone who identifies as a woman and provides a welcoming, confidential environment to share experiences, talk about mental health, and find encouragement. ✨

No cost to attend — just come as you are. 💐

"Growth is a slow process, but quitting won’t speed it up." 🐢🌿 Be gentle with your pace. You are doing the hard work of ...
03/26/2026

"Growth is a slow process, but quitting won’t speed it up." 🐢🌿

Be gentle with your pace. You are doing the hard work of healing, and that takes time.

We often wait until the "bloom" to celebrate, but the most important growth happens while we are still "under the soil."...
03/25/2026

We often wait until the "bloom" to celebrate, but the most important growth happens while we are still "under the soil."

This Wellness Wednesday, celebrate your roots:

The therapy session you didn't want to go to, but did.

The boundary you held even when it felt awkward.

The moment you recognized a "thinking trap" before it took over.

These are the hidden victories that make the bloom possible. What’s one "root" victory you’ve had this month? 💬

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100-4 Fort Street
Winnipeg, MB
R3C1C4

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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+12047860987

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The Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba is a self-help organization dedicated to providing support, education and advocacy for those living with mental health illnesses.