Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia to Announce Community Mental Health Funding
January 30, 2025 – The Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia will announce new funding to support community mental health initiatives in the province.
The funding will be used to expand access to mental health services, including:
- Crisis support services
- Counseling and therapy
- Peer support programs
- Prevention and early intervention programs
The funding will also be used to improve the coordination of mental health services across the province.
“We know that mental health is a critical issue facing our communities,” said Patty Hajdu, Canada’s Minister of Health. “This funding will help to ensure that Nova Scotians have access to the mental health services they need, when they need them.”
“Our government is committed to improving the mental health of all Nova Scotians,” said Zach Churchill, Nova Scotia’s Minister of Health and Wellness. “This funding will help us to expand access to services and improve the coordination of care.”
The funding will be provided through the Mental Health Innovation Fund, a joint initiative of the Government of Canada and the provinces and territories. The fund is designed to support innovative mental health initiatives that improve the lives of Canadians.
The announcement will be made today at 10:00 AM at the Nova Scotia Health Authority’s Mental Health and Addictions Program office in Halifax.
Contacts:
- Government of Canada Media Relations 613-957-2994
- Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness Media Relations 902-424-4903
Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia to announce community mental health funding
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