CMHA-Edmonton region is a non-profit volunteer agency. It functions as a community centre promoting mental health. It works in partnership with other community agencies to educate about mental health and illness, to advocate for better conditions in the community and to help people build strong supports for community life.

Various programs include:
* Community Education Program, to increase awareness and understanding about mental health and illness
* Family Support Program, to support family members with mental illness
* Moving Ahead Program
* Challenge by Choice
* Housing
* Social Recreation Program