Ottawa – This week marks National Hospice Palliative Care Week in Canada, a time to raise awareness about how palliative care can alleviate suffering and improve quality of life for people living with a serious illness and their loved ones. For someone diagnosed with a serious illness, palliative care can help manage symptoms and provide support regardless of the setting …
Ottawa – Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu issued the following statement today: “At every stage of our healthcare journey—from birth to death and everything in between—nurses play an invaluable role in supporting patients and their families. Nurses are on the front lines: providing essential services and comfort during the toughest moments of healing and grief. As we begin National …
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued the following statement on National Nursing Week, which runs from May 8 to 14: “We mark the beginning of National Nursing Week, a time to celebrate the tremendous contributions that nurses have made – and continue to make – across the country. This year’s theme – Our Nurses. Our Future. – recognizes the …
Ottawa – Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, has said: “As we close out Mental Health Week in Canada, we also mark National Child and Youth Mental Health Day – an opportunity to raise awareness about youth mental health and discuss how we can work together to end stigma. This year’s theme – …
Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to improving the health and mental wellbeing of children and youth in Canada. Early childhood experiences influence a child’s mental health for life—and with 70% of mental health and substance use problems having origins in childhood, understanding how to better identify and treat young children at risk of developing or living with …
$33 million provincial investment expanding access to programs and services for Indigenous peoples and their families MUNCEY — Ontario has invested nearly $33 million in 2022-23 into over 100 mental health and addictions supports and programs designed to meet the needs of Indigenous communities across the province. “For generations, Indigenous communities and elders have taught the importance of community-based, culturally-informed …
Funding is part of a commitment of $100 million to support those most affected by COVID-19 Ottawa – As we recognize Mental Health Week 2023, we remain committed to promoting positive mental health for everyone, particularly individuals who were disproportionally impacted by the pandemic. Élisabeth Brière, Parliamentary Secretary to Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister …
Ottawa – On Mental Health Week, this year’s theme, My Story, is about sharing stories and experiences with each other to benefit our mental health, break down stigma, and help others feel that they are not alone. Mental health and substance use issues affect us all. To meet people where they are, we must prioritize effective mental health care—whenever and …
Province introducing new mandatory learning on mental health starting this upcoming school year BURLINGTON — Following a motion in the legislature by Natalie Pierre, Member of Provincial Parliament for Burlington, to strengthen mental health learning and supports in the classroom, the Ontario government is updating the Grade 10 Career Studies curriculum and is introducing mandatory resources for teachers and students …
Quebec – During a visit to Projet L.U.N.E., Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced $18.1 million through the HIV and Hepatitis C Community Action Fund (CAF) and the Harm Reduction Fund (HRF) for 23 projects to support the work of community-based organizations addressing HIV, hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI). STBBI are preventable, treatable and in …
