Canada’s largest investment in improving youth mental health

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British Columbia – When young people face mental health challenges, having the right support can make a meaningful difference for them, their families, and communities. The Youth Mental Health Fund, Canada’s largest investment in youth mental health, will improve and enhance access to compassionate care that meets youth where they are at. By supporting community organizations to expand services for …

Youth Mental Health Fund is accepting applications

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Ottawa – Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, said: “The Youth Mental Health Fund is accepting applications until tomorrow, Jan 22! Community organizations can apply to expand services, add capacity, and fill gaps in youth mental healthcare. Let’s provide young Canadians with the supports they need, when and where they need them.”

Supporting faster access to mental health services for youth

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Ottawa – Young people across Canada are struggling with their mental health and it’s crucial that they have timely access to appropriate services and supports in the communities where they live. Long wait times and fragmented delivery of health services can be barriers to care – especially for young people. The Government of Canada is committed to growing and expanding Integrated …

Canada launches Youth Mental Health Fund

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Ottawa – Young people across Canada are struggling with their mental health. From the pressures of social media to uncertainties about the future fueled by affordability, global conflict, climate change and more, youth are growing up with different realities. It’s crucial that all youth have timely access to appropriate services and supports right in their communities from the organizations they …

Canada launches consultation to inform design of Youth Mental Health Fund

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Ottawa – Providing timely access to appropriate mental health care is an essential part of ensuring every young person in Canada can reach their full potential. Stress and anxiety are taking a toll on the mental health of young people. Easy and equitable access to mental health services, where and when they need them, is key to helping young people …

Canada Integrated Youth Services Collaboration Centre

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Helping community-based hubs support the wellbeing of young people Ottawa – Young people across Canada are struggling with their mental health and it’s crucial that they have timely access to appropriate services and supports in the communities where they live. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, launched a national call for proposals to develop …

Budget 2024-Stronger Public Health Care to Lift Up Every Generation

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Ottawa – Canadians deserve better health care and a stronger social safety net. And, Canada’s success is the success of younger generations. We’re making health care more affordable and more accessible for every Canadian who needs it. Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance; Mark Holland, Minister of Health; and Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and …