Minister Sheila Malcolmson of Mental Health and Addictions says the government is working ‘as hard as we can’ to build a system of care for youths
Of it, $152 million will be used to address the opioid crisis and see the creation of 195 new substance use treatment beds
‘Research has shown when families are involved in a patient’s care they typically have greater success’
Facility ready to support up to 20 youth with substance-use challenges
Dakota Johnny and Stephen Vickets are residents of Foundation House
Widespread job losses and more homelessness due to physical distancing at shelters have added hurdles