9 h. ago Opinion: New compassionate intervention act offers better protections for individuals

In 2015, I testified in the trial of J.H. v. Alberta Health Services, regarding a man who had been involuntarily hospitalized for nine months under provisions of Alberta’s Mental Health Act (MHA), but who was, as his psychiatrist also testified, “not getting any specific treatment” for his alleged mental disorder. Justice Kristine Eidsvik determined that […]

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19 h. ago Campaign to raise awareness for first responder mental health across Canada

For Canada’s first responders, witnessing the unthinkable is part of the job. But what’s often unseen is what they carry with them long after the sirens fade.

Science

21 h. ago B.C. Premier David Eby promises overhaul of Mental Health Act, even as courts tackle existing law

Vaughn Palmer: B.C. likely to lose constitutional challenge to law allowing involuntary detention of people with mental health issues

Science

25 h. ago Fatality inquiry recommends more mental health resources at Edmonton Remand Centre after inmate died pleading for addictions treatment

Warning: this story deals with suicide. If you need help, the AHS Mental Health Help Line can be reached at 1-877-303-2642. The Canada Suicide Prevention Service can be contacted at 1-833-456-4566. A judge is recommending an overhaul of how prisoners at the Edmonton Remand Centre receive mental health care after an inmate died by suicide […]

Events

55 h. ago Pizza Nova kicks off its 26th annual That’s Amore for Kids fundraiser in support of Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ontario

Pizza Nova’s campaign includes a pop-up pizza shop in the Variety Village Café TORONTO — Pizza Nova launches today its 26th annual That’s Amore Pizza for Kids fundraising campaign in support of Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ontario. Since the campaign’s inception, Pizza Nova has raised over $2.7 million for the Variety community. This […]

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3 d. ago Lapu Lapu festival suspect was on ‘extended leave’ from care of mental health

Speaking on Wednesday morning, Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim confirmed that the suspect was under the care of a mental health care team and on extended leave.

Culture

3 d. ago Collective trauma after festival attack could ripple for months, experts say

VANCOUVER — Communal grief following the ramming attack at a Filipino festival in Vancouver that killed 11 people last weekend will likely persist for months, mental health experts in British Columbia warn. “Traumatic events, grief, is not something that is resolved in a week or two weeks, or a couple of months,” said Heather Mohan, […]

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4 d. ago Accused killer at Lapu Lapu festival was in care of Vancouver mental health team: province

As of Tuesday morning, 16 patients remain in hospital, some in critical condition, and 13 patients have been discharged with non-life-threatening injuries.

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4 d. ago Accused Filipino festival killer was under supervision of mental health team, says ministry

Nothing to indicate a change in his condition that warranted involuntarily hospitalization

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4 d. ago Accused mass killer in Lapu Lapu Day tragedy was on leave from hospital: Vancouver Coastal Health

VCH confirmed the alleged driver of the vehicle was "under the care of a mental health team and on extended leave in accordance with the Mental Health Act."

Science

4 d. ago Lapu Lapu Day attack: Despite mental illness, accused killers can still be convicted

Former attorney general Wally Oppal says even when an accused killer has documented mental health issues, they can still be convicted

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5 d. ago Driver charged with 8 counts of murder in Vancouver's Lapu Lapu Day tragedy

Kai-ji Adam Lo, charged Sunday with eight counts of murder, had dozens of interactions with police related to his deteriorating mental health.

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5 d. ago Lapu Lapu festival tragedy: Vancouver man charged with murder

Vancouver police also confirmed that the suspect had significant previous interactions with police in connection with mental health issues.

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5 d. ago Lapu Lapu Day tragedy: How to investigate a crime involving a mentally ill suspect

The Lapu Lapu Day massacre may have been sparked by a mental health crisis, but a police expert says that doesn't change how the crime is handled.

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7 d. ago OPS mental health advisory council to shape police response to crises

Abdirahman Abdi died in an Ottawa hospital in July 2016 after he was arrested and beaten by police officers.

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7 d. ago Toronto event helps those who have lost their mother face Mother's Day

This Mother's Day, Amanda Katz is inviting the city's motherless masses to unite. The founder of Motherless Day, she's created a pity party for those navigating Mother's Day through the veil of loss."I lost my mom to mental health in 2017, back when I was 21," explains Katz. "As with any loss, the tough days come and go. … But one thing that anyone without a mom feels is that Mother's Day sucks."Those flower bouquets and gifts-for-mom ideas that are in every window, that typically are met with such a wave of joy, instead for us they're a reminder of what and who is missing."In 2023, "after spending six years navigating that day along with my sister," Katz decided to flip the Mother's Day script. "I figured, why not reframe the day? Why not create the chance and the space to celebrate and commemorate the moms who would have still wanted us to celebrate, surrounded by those people who get it?&quo...

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1 week ago Sister of confessed killer says he was a different man in the months and days leading up to fatal stabbing

'I could just tell that his mental health was getting worse and worse and worse and worse,' said Winie Adenyi of her brother, Michael Adenyi

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1 week ago Cybin Partners with Osmind to Accelerate Commercial Preparation for its Clinical

– Cybin will leverage Osmind’s 800-clinic network, point-of-care software, and real-world data to support the commercial preparation for its clinical-stage pipeline – – Osmind is a leading service provider to psychiatry practices in the U.S. focused on advancing psychiatry through technology and services to bring innovative mental health treatments to patients in need – TORONTO […]

Culture

2 w. ago Justin Bieber reps address ‘assumptions’ about his alleged financial debt

Recently, there has been concern for the Canadian singer after his introspective, brooding posts on social media.

Economics

2 w. ago What does Alberta's controversial involuntary treatment legislation mean?

Alberta’s controversial involuntary addiction treatment legislation may help some, but experts say the lack of evidence on its effectiveness raises alarm bells. Mental Health and Addiction Minister Dan Williams tabled Bill 53, the Compassionate Intervention Act, on Tuesday. If passed, adults and youths with severe addiction and found to either cause imminent harm to themselves […]

Economics