Mental Health

• 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
  
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• 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
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• 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
• 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
• 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
• Federal prisons ill-equipped for long-term mental health care: watchdog

  The federal prison ombudsman says weak policies, insufficient training and a lack of specialized treatment are hindering the Correctional Service of Canada's efforts.

  Canada

  Nov 12, 2025
• Manitoba municipalities renew calls for province to review mental health legislation

  Winnipeg police have also voiced support for an approach that would see mental health groups take the lead on non-violent calls. 

  Canada

  Nov 11, 2025
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• Families of veterans fight for extended mental health care

  Some 20 years after her husband was killed in a roadside bomb while serving in Afghanistan, Amanda Anderson says she feels abandoned by Veterans Affairs Canada.

  Canada

  Nov 10, 2025
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• Winnipeg mom says despite progress, more mental health supports needed

  A Winnipeg mother is reflecting on progress being made in mental health services in Manitoba a decade after the death of her son.

  Canada

  Oct 30, 2025