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National suicide prevention conference in VancouverThe annual National Suicide Prevention Conference is gettitng underway in Vancouver. And as Cassidy Mosconi reports, one of the main topics will be the kind of sextortion and cyber bullying that took the lives of three B.C. teenagers.Global News Hour at 6 BCMay 29
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Should there be suicide barriers on Metro Vancouver bridges?There are urgent calls for suicide prevention barriers on bridges throughout Metro Vancouver and beyond. Vancouver police have received more than 40 suicide-related calls so far this year, across all of the city’s bridges. Grace Ke has more on the numbers and why more municipalities are calling for preventative measures.Global News Hour at 6 BCJun 19
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Harmony for Healing concert in Peterborough raises funds, awareness for suicide preventionIt was an emotional evening for the “Harmony for Healing Spirit in the Sky” concert at Market Hall in Peterborough, Ont., on Thursday evening. Organizer Phillip Jolicoeur created the event in memory of his mother who died by suicide in 2022. Funds raised will support the Canadian Mental Health Association’s local Assertive Outreach Suicide Program....HealthFeb 23
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No quick fixes after debris thrown from Granville BridgeThe City of Vancouver is dashing hopes a suicide prevention barrier could stop people from throwing objects off the Granville Bridge any time soon. Someone threw a piece of construction fencing off the bridge Saturday morning, smashing a glass awning on Granville Island. Grace Ke reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCFeb 26
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Harmony for Healing: supporting mental health and suicide preventionHarmony for Healing, the first annual music event is being held on Feb. 22, at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in Peterborough to support mental health services and suicide prevention. Tricia Mason sat down with organizer Phillip Jolicoeur who has a personal tie to this important topic.Jan 17
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Historic Golden Gate Bridge gets suicide prevention nets, why not B.C.’s Alex Fraser Bridge?Despite frequent calls by first responders and crisis centres, the B.C. government maintains it’s not possible to add safety barriers to the Alex Fraser Bridge. In other news, crews in San Francisco are now finishing the installation of suicide prevention nets on the nearly 90 year-old Golden Gate. Janet Brown reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCJan 4
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Lionel Desmond inquiry: Final report calls for systemic changeAfter seven years and several delays, the final report on the Lionel Desmond tragedy has been released. The inquiry into the triple-murder suicide by the former soldier explains how the deaths could have been predicted and prevented. Skye Bryden-Blom reports.Global News at 6 HalifaxJan 31
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CMHA Saskatoon looks at impact of suicide prevention hotlineAccording to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, about 4,500 Canadians die by suicide each year.Global News Morning SaskatoonDec 5, 2023
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988: Canada launches national suicide prevention helplineCanadians now have a new three-digit suicide prevention helpline, which will provide them with round-the-clock support if they are experiencing suicidal thoughts or other mental health distress. The helpline, 9-8-8, will connect people with trained responders across all provinces and territories.CanadaNov 30, 2023
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Canada rolls out new 988 suicide crisis helpline. Here’s how it worksA nationwide suicide prevention hotline is now available to Canadians struggling with mental health challenges, with the launch of a new three-digit helpline across the country Thursday.Nov 30, 2023
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9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline launches across CanadaCanadians across the country now have access to a nationwide suicide prevention helpline. It can be accessed 24/7, in English or French, by calling or texting 9-8-8. Abigail Bimman explains how it was created, and why mental health advocates say it was needed.Global NationalNov 30, 2023
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‘Harmony For Healing’ music show in Peterborough to highlight challenges of mental healthA new musical experience aims to shine light on the challenges of mental health is hitting the stage this winter in Peterborough. Music, stories and ambience aim to draw out emotions at the inaugural “Harmony for Healing” event in February. All proceeds will help the local Canadian Mental Health Association’s assertive outreach suicide prevention program....HealthNov 7, 2023
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17th annual Movember in CanadaNovember 1st kicked off the start of the 17th annual Movember in Canada, aimed at raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Todd Minerson, Country Director of Movember Canada joins Liem Vu now to discuss the initiative.Global News Morning TorontoNov 6, 2023
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Battle of the moustaches for annual Movember campaignNov. 1 marks the kickoff of the 17th annual Movember campaign. Each year, organizations raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. The Edmonton police are challenging the Calgary police to see which force can grow the most, best and biggest moustaches. Sgt. Dan Tames from the Edmonton Police...Global News Morning EdmontonNov 1, 2023
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Raising mo’ awarenessMovember challenges men across the country to grow a moustache to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Joining Global’s Laura Casella to talk about the importance of this campaign is former hockey player and ambassador Georges Laraque.Global News Morning MontrealOct 30, 2023
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Alex Fraser Bridge tragedy rekindles debate over suicide barriersA horrifying tragedy on Monday where a man jumped to his death from the Alex Fraser bridge onto the road below is once again raising questions as to why there are no suicide prevention barriers on the bridge. Janet Brown reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCOct 24, 2023
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World Suicide Prevention DayAn event is being held this morning at Norwood CC in advance of World Suicide Prevention Day. Here’s what to expect:Sep 7, 2023
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Sask. recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day by highlighting resources availableIn an effort to promote understanding and to address stigmas surrounding mental illness, the Saskatchewan government is recognizing Sept. 10 as World Suicide Prevention Day.Global News at 5 ReginaSep 6, 2023
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Metro Vancouver crisis centres push for suicide barriers on bridgesIt is a troubling statistic, on average, one person every two weeks attempts to take their life by jumping from a Metro Vancouver bridge. One of the most effective ways to prevent this is a suicide barrier. Janet Brown now with more on why they are not more widely used.CanadaSep 26, 2023
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Suicide rates going up in N.S.Suicide rates in Nova Scotia are going up. According to new data from the provincial government, 155 Nova Scotians died by suicide in 2022 alone. As Vanessa Wright reports, experts are calling for immediate prevention efforts. A warning, this story contains sensitive subject matter.Global News at 6 HalifaxSep 8, 2023