Renfrew – The overdose crisis is one of the most serious public health crises our country has ever faced. It is driven by a dangerous illegal synthetic drug supply that is unpredictable and increasingly toxic. Too many Canadians have lost their lives to this public health crisis. Canada’s approach is focused on providing access to a full continuum of health care …
Improving health outcomes for those at risk of substance-related harm, overdose
St. Catharines – The overdose crisis is one of the most serious public health crises our country has ever faced. It is driven by a dangerous illegal synthetic drug supply that is unpredictable and increasingly toxic. Too many Canadians have lost their lives to this public health crisis. Canada’s approach is focused on providing access to a full continuum of …
Feds-Quebec announce funding to fight addiction, prevent overdoses
Sherbrooke – Toxic illegal drugs and overdoses are causing increasing harm across Canada, including here in the Eastern Townships. Concerned about this major issue, Élisabeth Brière, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue, and …
Canada announces $7.5M to Kids Help Phone From: Public Health Agency of Canada
Toronto – Young people are facing new and complex challenges. And that can have a real affect on their mental health. Our government is committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent young people from accessing mental health services, and to ensure young Canadians can find support, guidance and hope. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate …
Canada marks National Pain Awareness Week, suggests cure
Ottawa – Everyone will experience pain at some point in their lives, but for one in five Canadians, pain is a part of daily life. This week is National Pain Awareness Week in Canada. A time to raise awareness, show compassion towards people living with pain, and address stigma related to this chronic health condition. Since chronic pain remains largely …
Feds highlights initiative with Lakehead Varsity to prevent youth dating violence
Thunder Bay – Youth dating violence can have long-lasting health and social consequences, including physical injury, mental health impacts, higher-risk of substance use and difficulties in future relationships. The Government of Canada is committed to providing the support to help youth develop and maintain healthy relationships throughout their lives. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, …
Canada launches call for proposals in support of Black mental health
Ottawa – Black communities in Canada continue to face significant barriers to accessing mental health services and supports, including the cost of care, a history of negative experiences related to bias, and overall lack of culturally representative and responsive mental health professionals. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, is launching an open call …
Canada funds new initiatives to prevent youth dating violence
Alberta – Youth dating violence can have long-lasting health and social consequences, including physical injury, mental health impacts, higher-risk of substance use and difficulties in future relationships. The Government of Canada is committed to providing the support to help youth develop and maintain healthy relationships throughout their lives. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of …
Diabetes meds like insulin are free in Canada
Ottawa – Ya`ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, said: “Our national Pharmacare plan has now become law. This means we’re one step closer to making sure Canadians have access to the life-saving diabetes medications and contraceptives they need for free.“ Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act, received Royal Assent recently, making prescription contraceptives accessible …
Supporting rapid responses to substance use, overdose crisis
Ottawa, ON | Health Canada No community has been left untouched by the toxic drug and overdose crisis. Its tragic impacts are felt among friends, families and neighbours. Too many Canadians have lost their lives to this public health crisis. Canada’s approach is focused on providing access to a full continuum of health care services and leveraging every tool at …