$50 million supports the capacity of distress centres




 

$50 million supports the capacity of distress centres

 

April 26, 2022

Global Korean Post

 

Distress centres are experiencing a surge in demand with the impacts of COVID-19 on mental health

Distress centres are life-saving resources in our communities which have seen a surge in demand for their crisis services since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Government of Canada announced an investment of $3,775,000, with $2 million going towards the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and $1,775,000 going towards 13 distress centres in Canada.

These centres operate across the country, including in rural and remote areas providing vital mental health support and resources to those in need including 24 hour crisis support, professional counselling, peer support and referrals.

 

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) will support the development of resources to assist distress centres in meeting the diverse needs of key populations, including:

  • older adults
  • youth
  • parents
  • LGBTQ2+ populations
  • First Nations, Inuit and Métis people
  • first responders
  • healthcare providers
  • racially and linguistically diverse groups
  • people with disabilities

This funding is part of a $50 million investment first announced in the 2020 Fall Economic Statement to support distress centres across Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

The federal government is committed to supporting people in Canada and their mental health and wellbeing through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. If you or a loved one is struggling, you can access the Wellness Together Canada portal, or call 1-866-585-0445 or text WELLNESS to 741741 (adults) or 686868 (youth).