BRAMPTON, ON (October 23, 2024) – Today, Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown outlined bold actions aimed at tackling the exploitation and human trafficking of international students, recognizing the severe vulnerabilities many of these students face in a diverse, fast-growing city. A resolution put forward by Community Services Chair Rowena Santos was approved and focuses on strengthening local protections, advocating for systemic …
Serving better with Canada’s crisis & distress lines
Ottawa – Distress and crisis centres are an integral part of Canada’s public health approach to suicide prevention. They provide immediate support and resources when people need them the most. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced over $4.5 million for 26 organizations who provide distress line services to help them build capacity …
Minister MacAulay announces new investment in mental health support for producers
Ottawa – Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, has announced an investment of up to $1.08 million for the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing (CCAW) through the AgriCompetitiveness Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. This project funds five activities aimed at supporting the mental health of Canadian farmers. This includes supports for mental health literacy education …
Childhood cancer: make an instant impact
Karachi – Indus Hospital Network has an urgent need for monthly donors to support our childhood cancer program at IHHN. By opting into monthly donations, you help IHHN provide free healthcare for children and families in Pakistan who have nowhere to turn for support. Why it’s so powerful to be a monthly donor in support of the childhood cancer program: …