This afternoon the Government of Manitoba announced that they’re launching a new program to boost mental health support in the province called "A Pathway to Mental Health and Community Wellness: A Roadmap for Manitoba"
Mental Health and Community Wellness Minister Sarah Guillemard made the announcement at a press conference earlier today.
Minister Guillemard also announced that the province is investing 23.7 million dollars to support ongoing initiatives that align with the priorities of the roadmap as well as 17.1 million dollars in funding to support year one of the plan.
For more on this initiative head to the Government of Manitoba's website here.
The government also announced funding through the United Way to help with post-pandemic Mental Health and Addiction supports to community-based organizations across the province.
For more on the second initiative head to the website here.