21 h. ago In Pursuit of Mental Wellness in the First Responder Community: ‘It’s about saving lives’

This book is a roadmap for the mental health journey that should serve as a guide for other first responder organizations to follow

Other

3 d. ago Opinion: NHL, Oilers foundations assist on youth mental health; what's stopping others?

In late June, NHL Foundation Canada announced its latest round of grant recipients, highlighting five Canadian organizations for their community-building impact. Among them was Calgary-based non-profit Impact Society, recognized for its transformative Heroes programs. This grant supports the delivery of Heroes in rural and Indigenous communities across northern Alberta: areas facing some of the highest […]

Science

4 d. ago Rays’ Wander Franco detained and admitted into a clinic for mental health issues

Suspended Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who was found guilty earlier this year of sexually abusing a minor, was detained by police on Tuesday and admitted into a clinic in the Dominican Republic for mental health issues, according to authorities. The request to have him detained and admitted came from his family, police spokesman […]

Science

4 d. ago 10/3 podcast: Psychosurgery is back — but this isn’t your grandfather’s lobotomy

The notion of using surgery to address chronic mental health concerns can conjure up some pretty frightening images of days gone by, when practitioners would use crude methods to remove or alter parts of people’s brains. But new technology and techniques have allowed surgeons the opportunity to more precisely target areas thought to play a […]

Science

6 d. ago Folks with mental health struggles more likely to marry someone with similar issues: Study

The old saying that opposites attract can go out the window in this instance. A new study has found that people with psychiatric disorders are more likely to say “I do” to someone with similar mental health struggles than a partner without a diagnosis. “The pattern holds across countries, across cultures, and, of course, generations,” […]

Science

8 d. ago 'Keep breathing': One woman's long fight to recover from injuries at Lapu Lapu Day tragedy

'This incident didn't happen because there were less police. This incident didn't happen because there were less barricades. This incident happened because someone was having a mental-health issue.' — Christi-Ann Watkins

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8 d. ago In Calgary courts: Concerns over mental health of suspect charged in woman's killing on pathway

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Sept. 2 to 5, 2025

Events

1 week ago AI chatbots changing online threat landscape as Ottawa reviews legislation

OTTAWA — Wrongful death lawsuits citing the activities of artificial intelligence chatbots are underway in the United States, as reports emerge of mental health issues and delusions induced by AI systems. These incidents are drawing attention to the changing nature of the online threat landscape — just weeks after the Liberal government said it would […]

Technology

1 week ago Huge festival will let you have relaxing spa day right under busy Toronto highway

A huge wellness festival is taking over Toronto's The Bentway when The Sunrise Social returns to the city on September 20.So, are you ready to relax right under a bustling, gridlocked highway?Touted as "Toronto's largest morning wellness social event," in my opinion, this festival comes at the perfect time.The summer has seen a surge in Toronto residents seeking out activities that prioritize their mental health and physical well-being, ditching nighttime club parties for morning "raves" and viral exercise routines.Past Sunrise Social events have been met with significant buzz on social media, pointing to the fact that there is a market for this kind of festival.And of course, its unique location adds to the excitement. The Bentway — located right beneath the Gardiner Expressway — may not be where you think you want to go for a day out at the spa, but it's definitely where you should b...

Culture

1 week ago An app a day to keep the doctor away: How technology is changing workplace well

Mobile applications allow employees to improve their outcomes in terms of mental and physical health, as well as social and financial well-being

Science

2 w. ago Parker: Cham brings career and life experience as new executive director of Hull Services

Fortuitous might be the best word to describe the coming together of the board of Hull Services — searching for the perfect person to be its new executive director — and Gwen Cham, who was looking to return to Calgary. Hull Services, recognized as a leader in child and youth mental health with Canada’s largest […]

Transport

3 w. ago McKenney, Troster: Tory ideology created an overdose crisis in Ottawa's Chinatown

Housing, addiction treatment, outreach services, mental health resources and harm reduction are needed to tackle the current crisis.

Other

3 w. ago Wounded Warriors ride raises awareness, funds for mental health programming

The ride raises funds and awareness for several of the organization's mental health programs for trauma-exposed professionals.

Science

3 w. ago Wounded Warriors Canada aims to raise $500K with National Ride for Mental Health

National Post speaks to Ian Norman, a firefighter in Leduc, Alta., about the importance of the mental health fundraiser and how it has impacted his community

Society