PTSD

• Edmonton Veterans Association asking for donations to food bank

  On the anniversary of D-Day, the Veterans Association in Edmonton and Calgary opened its doors to share how it's helping military and RCMP veterans.

  Canada

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• Harv’s Hike kicks off Saturday to help support first responders with PTSD

  The first-ever Harv's Hike will take place this Saturday just north of London, Ont., to raise money for service dog training programs in memory of a local paramedic.

  Canada

  Jun 1
  
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• Veterans Affairs grants more cash for veterans as women fall through the cracks

  According to a scientist from McGill University, women who have served in the Armed Forces represent a disproportionate number among Canada's homeless veteran population.

  Canada

  May 24
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• St. Joseph’s Health Care London gifted generous donation from local couple for veteran support

  Roughly $1.5 million of the gift from Kyle MacDonald and John Franklin will go toward supporting research efforts at MacDonald Franklin OSI Research Centre at Parkwood Institute.

  Canada

  May 9
• PTSD treatment and research program at University of Alberta receives $3M

  The money will support the Heroes in Mind, Advocacy and Research Consortium program at the University of Alberta.

  Canada

  Apr 21
• North Okanagan RCMP officer deals with trauma through music

  As a young man, Jonathan Williams pursued a career in music but stepped away to become a police officer. Now his front-line experience has brought him back to songwriting.

  Canada

  Mar 21
• Nova Scotia veterans’ advocates want new government contract for rehab services cancelled

  The federal government awarded the $570-million contract to Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services (PCVRS) in June 2021, but it came into effect last November.

  Canada

  Mar 14
• Nova Scotia firefighter says cancer, mental health remain ‘big battle’ for crews

  Firefighters and politicians sat down in Halifax on Tuesday to discuss what health supports are needed during a standing committee on human resources.

  Health

  Feb 28
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• Psychologists give tips for parents after daycare bus crash in Quebec

  For parents who want to talk to their children about the bus crash in Laval, one expert said that it's important to have a responsive approach.

  Crime

  Feb 9
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• Developmental service workers in Alliston speak out after concussions, stitches and broken bones

  Developmental Services workers in Alliston, Ont., are raising concerns about a dangerous work environment after multiple reports of assaults.

  Health

  Dec 21, 2022