Mental Health

• ADHD is linked to other mental health issues. A new study suggests why

  The 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."

  Health

  Mar 13
  
• Concerns over capacity at Vernon hospital psych ward after young man’s death

  “I didn’t think he was safe in that hallway, but I also didn’t see him actually being able to get out because he would have to walk past security,” said Ezra's mother.

  Canada

  Mar 9
  
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• Tumbler Ridge shooting ‘tough to process,’ says community’s MP

  B.C. Conservative MP Bob Zimmer says Tumbler Ridge is full of 'tough individuals' who may still need mental health support after a tragedy that's 'tough to process.'

  Canada

  Feb 12
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• 49% of Canadian new moms struggle with mental health postpartum, data shows

  The 2024 Parental Experiences Survey found that 20 per cent of those surveyed reported that they 'needed mental health care but did not receive it.'

  Canada

  Feb 9
• Virtual reality helping Peterborough seniors connect, experience the world

  Some Peterborough seniors have explored Thailand and the Great Barrier Reef, all from inside their long-term care home as part of a virtual reality program.

  Health

  Jan 21
• Poor mental health, harmful alcohol use persists post-pandemic: report

  A new report shows that even though the COVID-19 pandemic ended several years ago, the increase in issues around mental health and substance use still continue.

  Health

  Jan 12
• Winnipeg to explore emergency service line for mental health calls

  Mayor Scott Gillingham had made a motion for his office to work with a consulting firm to explore how an emergency service line for mental health could operate.

  Health

  Dec 9, 2025
• Regina fashion brand promotes mental health awareness in its clothing line

  Regina's newest fashion outlet — Turning Point — supports mental health and suicide prevention in its designs. The brand celebrated the grand opening of its store on Sunday.

  Lifestyle

  Dec 8, 2025
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• Winnipeg mayor pushing for fourth emergency service to respond to mental-health calls

  Winnipeg's mayor is pushing forward to create a fourth emergency response service in the city that would respond to mental-health crises. 

  Health

  Dec 3, 2025
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• Sports gambling ads in Canada must be reined in, senators urge in letter

  A letter signed by more than 40 senators urges Prime Minister Mark Carney to work towards banning sports betting ads in Canada, which highlights the health and safety risks.

  Health

  Nov 20, 2025