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Inspiring Hope Together: Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention Announces National Suicide Prevention Conference in Vancouver, BC

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) is thrilled to announce the "Inspiring Hope Together" National Suicide Prevention Conference, scheduled to take place from May 29 to May 31, 2024, at the prestigious Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront in Vancouver, BC.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) is thrilled to announce the "Inspiring Hope Together" National Suicide Prevention Conference, scheduled to take place from May 29 to May 31, 2024, at the prestigious Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront in Vancouver, BC.
  • The theme of the conference, “Inspiring Hope Together,” emphasizes the transformative power of unity and the collective strength necessary to effect positive change in our communities.
  • Join us as we Inspire Hope Together and chart a course towards a brighter future in suicide prevention.
  • With support from Inspiring Hope Ally Sponsors, LivingWorks, Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC), Services de Développement Professionnels (SDP), and Roots of Hope, the National Suicide Prevention Conference is the premiere Canadian event for exchanging knowledge on suicide prevention, intervention, postvention, and life promotion, not to be missed!

Government of Canada invests $2.25M for project to support mental health in Métis communities across British Columbia

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

The Government of Canada is committed to addressing these disparities and promoting positive mental health for all people in Canada.

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  • The Government of Canada is committed to addressing these disparities and promoting positive mental health for all people in Canada.
  • Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced $2.25M in funding to Mtis Nation British Columbia for their project to provide Mtis community members with information and resources to improve mental health and well-being.
  • In partnership with LivingWorks, this project will implement an evidence-based suicide prevention program to promote mental wellness and create a Network of Safety within Mtis communities across British Columbia.
  • The Government of Canada is committed toward the mental health of people in Canada through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.