Funding is part of a commitment of $100 million to support those most affected by COVID-19. Toronto – While many people in Canada struggle with their mental health, certain groups face unique challenges because of systemic racism, discrimination, socio-economic status or social exclusion. Further, the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionally impacted and exacerbated mental health challenges within these equity deserving communities. …
Ottawa – Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada. In fact, two in five Canadians will develop cancer in their lifetime and one in four Canadians will die of the disease. Lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancer are the most commonly diagnosed types of cancer in the country. Although the overall risk of dying from cancer is declining …
Funding supports the Coaching Association of Canada’s new project to support mental health and sport Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to promoting positive mental health for everyone, particularly those who face disproportionate challenges accessing mental health supports because of discrimination, socio-economic status or social exclusion. David McGuinty, MP for Ottawa South, on behalf of Carolyn Bennett, Minister …
Projects will support those who have experienced, are experiencing, or are at-risk of experiencing violence. Calgary – Family violence and gender-based violence are serious public health issues that are strongly linked to mental health concerns and can have long-lasting consequences for survivors and for those around them. These issues touch families in all parts of Canada, and include many different …
Funding supports United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society’s projects Vancouver – We need to address health inequities and promote positive mental health for people across the country, particularly for those who face disproportionate challenges accessing mental health supports due to racism and discrimination or because of their sexual orientation and socio-economic status. Wilson Miao, Member of Parliament for Richmond Centre …
The Integrated Youth Services Network of Networks connects integrated youth service hubs across Canada to create a learning health system to improve health outcomes for youth Toronto – Research shows that 75% of mental illness begins before age 25. There is a need to make sure that young people have the mental health and substance use support they need, when …
Funding is part of a commitment of $100 million to support those most affected by COVID-19 Ottawa – There is no health without mental health. While many Canadians struggle with mental health issues, certain groups in Canada are more likely to face disproportionate challenges accessing mental health supports because of racism, discrimination, socio-economic status or social exclusion. The Government of Canada …
Ottawa – Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, and Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, issued the following statement in recognition of Digital Health Week: More than ever before, digital technologies are integral to improving the health and well-being of Canadians. Digital health is key to improving access to health care information, including allowing …
Iqaluit – Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, and Gwen Healey Akearok, Executive and Scientific Director of the Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre, announced more than $7.2 million in joint funding to support the construction of a new community wellness hub in Iqaluit. “We are committed to working together with Inuit to build a …
Ottawa – This Canadian Intensive Care Week, we would like to thank and recognize intensive care teams across the country for everything they do to help Canadians in critical moments. Each year, over 100,000 Canadians receive life-saving care in intensive units. While facing unprecedented pressures and dealing with the impacts of COVID-19, health professionals in intensive care have contributed and …
