Small Business Series – E03 – Mental and Emotional Toil for Small Business Owners

It is not always about the numbers. Mental wellness during a crisis is more important than ever. How can small business owners manage their own stress?

Join our expert Rebecca Shields from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) for York and South Simcoe as she walks us through understanding the stigma around mental health; the early warnings signs; why it is important for small business owners to have effective strategies to handle their mental health and strategies to assist with effective care and management.

This episode is part of our podcast focusing on helping Ontario small businesses get through the pandemic. This series is made possible by the generous support of the Government of Ontario.

For resources and more information, visit, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CMHA Canada)  

If you are experiencing a mental health or addictions related crisis please:

• Contact your doctor
• Go to the nearest hospital
• Find resources at ConnexOntario
• Call 911 or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000

Host: Garth Sheriff, CPA, CA, Sheriff Consulting

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The views expressed by our guests are theirs alone and not necessarily the views of CPA Canada. This is a recorded Podcast. The information presented is current as of the date of recording. New and changing government legislations and programs may have come into effect since the recording date. Please seek additional professional advice or information before acting on any podcast information.