12 h. ago Why are young Canadians, including in Alberta, deciding not to vote?

"We need to have better civic-literacy education."

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21 h. ago Pediatric care in Alberta underfunded and putting kids at risk: medical association

CALGARY — Alberta doctors are warning of “catastrophic” consequences for children’s physical and mental health if the province doesn’t boost funding for pediatric care. The Alberta Medical Association says nearly half of pediatricians are considering retirement and that a quarter of them are thinking of leaving Alberta or reducing patient care responsibilities. It blames the […]

Society

3 d. ago B.C. failing most vulnerable amid toxic drug crisis, critics say: ‘It’s heart

Critics are renewing their calls for changes to the way B.C handles mental health and addiction, saying it's not working, and the proof is on the street.

Culture

7 d. ago Canada’s youth say their mental health is in crisis due to the skyrocketing cost of living

The research, by the Policy Institute at King’s College London and Ipsos Canada surveyed people across generations in Canada, the U.K. and Australia.

Economics

7 d. ago Former Humboldt Bronco raises awareness about mental health ahead of crash anniversary

Former Humboldt Bronco turned mental health advocate, Tyler Smith, took to the stage on Thursday to talk about mental health awareness and work on reducing stigma.

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9 d. ago No charges for VPD officer who fatally shot armed man in Downtown Eastside hotel

The fatal shooting happened on May 5, 2022 at the Patricia Hotel as police responded to reports of an armed man having a mental health or drug-related crisis and assaulting people.

Events

9 d. ago Hudson's Bay employees demand severance pay ahead of chain's liquidation

The union representing the Bay employees in Canada is calling on the company to prioritize workers as it continues its restructuring process.Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) says the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC)'s financial troubles shouldn't "come at the cost of workers' livelihoods."The Canadian retail institution employs around 9,400 people, including 647 who are unionized."We demand that HBC honour its commitments — wages, benefits and severance must be paid. No backroom deals, no vague promises — workers deserve full transparency," reads a statement from the CLC on Tuesday.North America's oldest company filed for creditor protection under the federal Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) on March 7 and received approval from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on the same day.Last Friday, the Bay announced that full liquidation could begin this week. The latest court documents stated that the company intends to conclude it...

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1 week ago Investigation launched into RCMP arrest of woman in January 2024

A woman was injured while being detained under the Mental Health Act. Independent investigators were notified last month after a complaint was filed

Economics

1 week ago HEATING UP: Gen Z, millennials ditching bars for sauna hangouts

Sweat is the best bet for many Gen Z and millennials, who are ditching the bars in favour of saunas and other communal health-centric hangouts. Communal spaces for relaxation, physical and mental therapy, and socialization have been staples in many cultures around the world, including Scandinavia’s saunas, Indigenous sweat lodges, Japan’s onsens and Turkish baths. […]

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1 week ago Ontario system ‘not ready’ to introduce involuntary addictions treatment

Ontario's mental health and addictions minister says the government isn't in a place to consider involuntary treatment because the current system is already under too much stress.

Economics

1 week ago Justin Bieber shares candid post about feeling ‘unworthy,’ like ‘a fraud’

'If you feel sneaky welcome to the club. I definitely feel unequipped and unqualified most days,' Justin Bieber wrote in a message to his 290 million followers.

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2 w. ago Alberta pulls funding for mental health service provider in Ponoka County

An organization that has been providing transitional mental health services to Albertans in Ponoka County says the province has pulled their funding without any reasoning. The Ponoka Rising Sun Clubhouse, located 107 kilometres south of Edmonton, has been providing transitional supports for those in the county and surrounding area for more than 30 years. But […]

Science

2 w. ago New guidance lays out when B.C. doctors can and can’t use involuntary treatment

The new guidance is meant to inform healthcare providers on the circumstances under which the Mental Health Act can be used to obtain involuntary treatment for a patient.

Economics

2 w. ago Pharmaceutical Industry Issues Call for Collective Action to Address the Rising Global Burden of Chronic Disease

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, lung disease, mental health, and neurological disorders are responsible for 75% of deaths worldwide. New research demonstrates that investing an additional 1% of GDP in public healthcare spending, where at least 40% is aimed at preventing and treating NCDs, could save close to 5 million lives each […]

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2 w. ago Most B.C. youth aren’t exercising enough and it's linked to mental

The researchers say too much screen time is the No. 1 contributor to not getting enough sleep and physical activity.

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3 w. ago DEAR ABBY: Mental health struggles take a toll on long marriage

DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 47 years. My wife has suffered from mental illness for more than half our marriage. Two years ago, she went off her medication, became manic for 10 months and was hospitalized four times. A few months later, it was discovered she had breast cancer. Fortunately, it was detected […]

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3 w. ago Canada has 70,000 summer jobs up for grabs for people under 30

Get your resume ready — Canada has tens of thousands of jobs up for grabs this summer for young Canadians under a government initiative.Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) aims to help youth, particularly those "who face barriers to employment," gain experience and develop skills to help them in future.On Wednesday, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth Marci Ien announced that 70,000 CSJ opportunities will be available this summer for young people ages 15 to 30."A summer job is more than just a paycheque — it's a chance for young people to gain experience, develop new skills, and explore career paths that interest them," she said. "Through Canada Summer Jobs, there are thousands of opportunities for youth to grow, contribute to their communities and build a strong foundation for their future."Young job seekers can search for new opportunities starting April 21, 2025, on the government's Job Bank site and mobile app.Jobs will be available in recreation, the food industry...

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3 w. ago Holland Bloorview leads national precision health initiative for children and youth

$12 million investment will sequence genes of 10,000 individuals targeted at neurodevelopmental conditions, mental health and brain injuries TORONTO, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is amongst an elite group of health care organizations across the country that will form the Canadian Precision Health Initiative (CPHI). The initiative will build […]

Society

3 w. ago Police response questioned when 2 men die after being Tasered during well

Criminologists say the deaths are a reminder that police are rarely the appropriate people to respond to mental health crises, and that conducted energy weapons can be lethal.

Events

3 w. ago Global Mental Health Leaders Convene in Canada to Address the Root Causes of the Youth Mental Health Crisis

Canadian charity Jack.org, the International Association for Youth Mental Health, and partners will lead Vancouver conference on March 18th-21st to develop a blueprint for global action on youth mental health TORONTO, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today’s youth mental health crisis is the leading health issue impacting the lives and futures of young people, […]

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