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Provincial and territorial ministers hold inaugural meeting to advance mental health, addiction, and recovery priorities
Banff, Alberta – Provincial and territorial (PT) ministers responsible for mental health, addiction and recovery met today to share information and best practices regarding their shared priorities and strengthen collaboration on issues critical to the well-being of Canadians. Ministers discussed the growing challenges and opportunities in communities across Canada and committed to collaborative action on several […]
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New mobile units to drive early breast cancer detection in Alberta
Alberta Cancer Foundation and Primary Care Alberta bring life-saving breast cancer screening to women in rural and remote communities EDMONTON, Alberta, Sept. 22, 2025 — Breast cancer screening is now being performed in two brand-new mobile units for women in rural and Indigenous communities across Alberta. These units replace aging trailers that had served the […]
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Recovery community taking shape on Enoch Nation
Sep 19, 2025 Construction of the Maskêkosihk Recovery Community on Enoch Cree Nation is now about halfway complete, with addiction treatment expected to begin in 2026. The Maskêkosihk Recovery Community is being built in partnership with Enoch Cree Nation and is now well into the construction phase. With a provincial capital investment of $35 million, […]
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Counseling program for Indigenous women and children facing closure – CTV News
September 17, 2025 The Indigenous women and children support program Circle of Safety is at risk of closing. Aboriginal Counseling Services Association of Alberta (ACSA) is pleading for community support and donations. Unless the ACSA raises $135,000 within 60 days, the program will be shut down after the Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Children’s Services […]
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Mobile clinic in northern Alberta breaking down barriers to Indigenous health care – CBC
Sep 16, 2025 Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation elder says clinic services saved her life A mobile mammography service currently making the rounds throughout rural communities in northwestern Alberta is saving lives by making people more comfortable with getting tested, advocates say. Barbara Goodswimmer told CBC News it was almost five years ago that the service played […]
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The Messenger September 2025 – CPSA
Medical Matters: Farewell from Scott CPSA Registrar & CEO Dr. Scott McLeod shares his final message with the profession before his retirement later this month. Reflections on Truth & Reconciliation Hear health leader Margo Dodginghorse’s perspectives on Indigenous inclusion and cultural safety. Read More: https://mailchi.mp/cpsa/september-messenger-2025
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Advancing Alberta’s leadership in family violence prevention
Sep 11, 2025 Minister Searle Turton will join global leaders in Sydney, Australia, for the largest conference on women’s shelters and ending gender-based violence. The minister will attend the 5th World Conference of Women’s Shelters to learn more about effective policies, programs and practical solutions from around the world. This international forum presents a unique […]
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Suicide Prevention Day: Ministers Wilson and Turton
Sep 10, 2025 Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Rick Wilson and Minister of Children and Family Services Searle Turton issued the following statement on World Suicide Prevention Day: “Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, we stand together to remember those we have lost, support those who are struggling and reaffirm our commitment to building […]
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Recovery Month: Statement from Minister Wilson
Sep 01, 2025 Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Rick Wilson issued the following statement for Recovery Month: “For the past seven years, Alberta’s government has recognized September as Recovery Month, which serves as a reminder to everyone living in Alberta that no matter what mental health or addiction challenges they face, recovery is possible. […]
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International Overdose Awareness Day: Minister Wilson
Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Rick Wilson issued the following statement on International Overdose Awareness Day: “Every life lost to addiction is a heartbreaking reminder of the weight of this crisis. Our government stands with families and communities in grief, and we remain committed to expanding access to care and support. Recovery is possible […]
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