Judy Darcy, B.C.'s inaugural Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, argues the ministry's recent merger back into Health is an error. In a new memoir, she reveals how her mother's struggle shaped her work.
As Parliament debates Bill C-218 to exclude mental illness from MAID eligibility, experts question if offering assisted death masks a failure to provide adequate mental health support and dignified living conditions in Canada.
The Saskatchewan government has tabled new legislation permitting involuntary treatment for severe addiction cases. Learn about the Compassionate Intervention Act, its safeguards, and the path to implementation in spring 2026.
A free psychotherapy initiative for New Brunswick youth has provided crucial support to more than 450 teenagers, offering a vital mental health lifeline. Discover the program's impact.
Windsor launches a new Youth Crisis Response Team to provide immediate support for children experiencing mental health emergencies. Learn about this critical initiative.
The Saskatchewan government has introduced The Compassionate Intervention Act, a new law aimed at helping individuals with severe addictions access treatment. Learn about the details and implications.
Windsor police are asking for public help to find drivers involved in two separate hit-and-run collisions with pedestrians on December 2. Both victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
A Toronto man faces charges after a crash in Scarborough left a woman dead. Police continue their investigation into the tragic November incident.
London Health Sciences Centre is changing its mental health benefits for certain employee groups, moving from unlimited coverage to a managed program. Learn about the details and implications.
Mounties are searching for a black truck involved in an aggressive hit-and-run that set a vehicle on fire in St. Albert. Police released an image of the suspect vehicle.
Police are searching for a driver from Quebec after a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run in Toronto's Harbourfront. The incident occurred on December 1, 2025.
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
Tel-jeunes reports a significant increase in youth mental health struggles, partially tied to Quebec's school cellphone restrictions. Learn about the concerning trends and expert analysis.
Alberta Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides announced a $15 million funding plan for student mental health supports on Dec. 3, 2025. Learn how the province aims to tackle this critical issue.
Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham is advancing a plan to create a fourth emergency service dedicated to mental health crisis response. Learn about the proposed model and its goals.
A concerning report reveals airline pilots in Canada and globally are hiding mental health conditions due to fear of losing their medical clearance and careers. Learn about the systemic risks and calls for reform.
Liberal Minister Marc Miller argues religious groups should not be exempt from Canada's hate speech legislation. The statement was made in Ottawa on December 2, 2025. Read the details.
The B.C. government has passed significant reforms to the Mental Health Act, enhancing patient rights and oversight. Learn about the key changes and what they mean for care.
A driver has been charged following a hit-and-run collision on Calgary's Blackfoot Trail. Get the latest details on the incident and police investigation.
Waterloo Regional Police are asking for public assistance to identify a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities immediately.
A New York psychotherapist reveals a sharp rise in patient distress linked to Donald Trump, describing symptoms like anxiety, anger, and insomnia. Learn about the impact on mental health.
Dr. Paul provides crucial advice on preventing infection transmission during peak cold and flu season. Learn practical strategies to protect your family and community.
Ottawa residents combine holiday tradition with charity at Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre tree sale. Discover how buying Christmas trees helps community mental health services.
Toronto police have charged a man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run incident in Scarborough that left a pedestrian dead in May 2025. Learn the latest developments.
Northern Ontario's inaugural private mental health walk-in clinic has launched in Sudbury, offering immediate support services. Discover how this healthcare innovation addresses critical gaps in mental health care access.
A pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries in a Vancouver hit-and-run crash. Vancouver Police are investigating the incident that occurred on November 28, 2025.
Essential guidance for Canadian parents during peak cold and flu season. Learn preventive strategies and when to seek medical attention for your child's health.
A new report shows Alberta's health care spending is growing faster than the economy, reaching $9,597 per person in 2025. Discover the key factors driving this increase.
Major school districts and attorneys general sue Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat, alleging they concealed research showing harm to youth mental health. Learn the details.
Toronto police are investigating two separate stabbings that left one man with life-threatening injuries and another seriously wounded. No arrests have been made in either case.