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Parliamentary panel studying MAID mental health expansion is biased: expertJocelyn Downie says the committee's co-chairs are both openly opposed to the extension, as are most of the witnesses the committee of senators and MPs has called so far.Health5 hours
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New mental health facility to open in Fort Qu’AppelleAiming to tackle addiction and mental illness, the facility is set to open late summer and will offer individualized treatment centring around wellnessHealthMar 31
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Could GLP-1 drugs help your mental health? New study finds a linkSemaglutide, the active ingredient in GLP-1 drugs, was associated with a lower risk of worsening mental health, a study published in Lancet Psychiatry found.HealthMar 20
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ADHD is linked to other mental health issues. A new study suggests whyThe study is being billed by the university as "the first to study a wide range of factors which link ADHD symptoms and mental ill health symptoms over time."HealthMar 13
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Cher files for conservatorship over son Elijah Blue Allman after arrestsThis is the second time Cher has filed for a conservatorship of her son, over claims that his life was 'at risk' due to 'severe mental health and substance abuse issues.'EntertainmentApr 20
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Manitoba First Nation ‘deeply grieving,’ declares state of emergencyFollowing the loss of several lives due to suicide, a First Nation north of Winnipeg declared a state of emergency and requested access to mental health support.HealthApr 9
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Prince Harry says Princess Diana’s death made him not want to be a royalPrince Harry, during his 20-minute address, spoke about his experience with mental health and how grief, after the death of his mother, has impacted his life.EntertainmentApr 16
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Kingston Police ended 2025 with $850K surplus despite $1M cyberattack costKingston Police managed a $850,000 surplus in 2025 by tightening their belts and delaying hires, offsetting a $1 million cyberattack cleanup and rising mental health claims.CanadaApr 9
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Saskatchewan government says it’s cutting ties with Prairie Harm ReductionSaskatchewan's mental health and addictions minister says she's considering legislation to limit where supervised consumption sites may operate.HealthMar 31
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A search for mental health answers amid the trauma of Tumbler Ridge shootingsThe superintendent of the Peace River South school district has said students were not expected to return to Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.CrimeMar 5
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‘Too far to say’: Experts unsure social media ban best path for Saskatchewan youthAs Premier Scott Moe floats the idea of exploring a social media ban for children under 16, experts say it is unclear whether it would address mental health concerns among youth.CanadaApr 1
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MAID applicants should have more mental health support, says Quebec coronerA Quebec coroner is calling for better mental health support and resources for people who apply for medical assistance in dying.HealthMar 4
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March shines light on Self-Harm Awareness MonthSelf-harm is described as a non-suicidal injury, often done as a coping mechanism to deal with big emotions. While mental health stigma is lessening, more discussion is needed.CanadaMar 15
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Vernon man killed in collision after escaping hospital during mental health crisisCool says there were no beds available in the psychiatric ward and that her son spent six days in a hallway in the emergency department, with only a brief period in a secure area.CanadaFeb 26
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Mental health funding tied to 2020 mass shooting part of Nova Scotia budget cutsThe cuts are part of a $130-million reduction in government grants to non-profits and community groups in the provincial budget tabled Monday with a $1.2-billion deficit.CanadaFeb 25
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Calls for more information on mental health, gun history of Tumbler Ridge shooterIn the days after the tragedy, RCMP said Jesse Van Rootselaar had been the subject of several police visits for mental health reasons and had been taken into custody at times.CrimeFeb 19
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What is B.C.’s Mental Health Act and why is it relevant to Tumbler Ridge shooting?Police say the Tumbler Ridge teenage shooter had previous Mental Health Act apprehensions, prompting renewed focus on the law in B.CCanadaFeb 14
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More young men contacting Ontario gambling helpline, new study findsThe rate of young men contacting Ontario’s mental health helpline for gambling-related problems has spiked after the province allowed private online gambling, a new study suggests.CanadaMar 2
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Mental health support after Tumbler Ridge shooting ‘essential,’ experts sayFederal leaders who spoke in the House of Commons on Wednesday noted the need for supports for Tumbler Ridge, as residents grapple with the losses and injuries from the attack.CanadaFeb 12
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OpenAI says Tumbler Ridge shooter would be flagged to police todayIn a letter to ministers Thursday, OpenAI said it had already taken steps to improve that criteria based on guidance from mental health, behavioural and law enforcement experts.CrimeFeb 26