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Monday, November 1, 2021 3:27 PM
British Columbia has taken an important step forward to prevent drug poisoning deaths by applying to the federal government to remove criminal penalties for people who possess small amounts of illicit drugs for personal use.
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Tuesday, October 5, 2021 9:00 AM
People living with substance-use challenges will benefit from the Province’s renewed commitment to the BC Addiction Recovery Association (BCARA), making recovery possible and accessible.
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Monday, October 4, 2021 3:45 PM
People living with substance-use challenges will soon benefit from expanded supports and services on central Vancouver Island.
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Wednesday, September 29, 2021 8:30 AM
Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement regarding the BC Coroners Service’s report on illicit drug toxicity deaths for July 2021:
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Monday, September 20, 2021 8:00 AM
It is not acceptable to interrupt vital, life-saving services to exercise the right to protest, and it’s taking a toll on care providers’ mental health.
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Wednesday, September 15, 2021 2:15 PM
We are working hard to build a seamless, integrated system of mental health and substance-use care that can be accessed quickly and close to home.
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Tuesday, September 14, 2021 11:15 AM
A new progress report confirms people in B.C. are already getting better access to mental health and substance use services, achieved through government’s 10-year plan, A Pathway to Hope.
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Friday, September 10, 2021 7:30 AM
Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement for World Suicide Prevention Day, Friday, Sept. 10, 2021:
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Friday, September 10, 2021 7:00 AM
Faculty and staff at B.C.’s colleges and universities have a new tool to support students facing mental health crises on campus.
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Thursday, September 9, 2021 11:15 AM
As post-secondary students return to campus and as toxic drugs continue circulating in every part of B.C., it is vital that students have the resources they need to make informed decisions and stay safer.
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