Province announces $53-million boost to mental health funding
EDMONTON, AB – The Government of Alberta is investing what it says it the largest investment into mental health in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We know people are struggling right now, and we want Albertans to know that help is there for them through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond,” says Premier Jason Kenney. “Alberta’s government is committed to ensuring folks have the support they need to cope and stay mentally healthy during these tough times, which is why our mental health response is the largest in Canada, with funding greater than all other provinces combined.”
With a recent poll conducted by the province, Kenny said 74 per cent of Albertans felt their mental health was being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 34 per cent felt “depressed” or “hopeless” at least once per week.
The funding will be allocated as follows: