Gov. Gen. Simon launches mental health project for North, Indigenous communities
- Outgoing Governor General Mary Simon launched a project to fund mental health services in Northern and Indigenous communities in Canada, supported by the Rideau Hall Foundation.
- The federal government is providing $5 million to the project and has pledged to match up to $10 million raised by the foundation.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney praised Simon for raising awareness about the needs of remote and Northern communities during her time in office.
- Simon emphasizes the severe shortage of mental health services in the North as part of her ongoing commitment.
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The outgoing Governor General is launching an initiative to fund more mental health services in Canadian Aboriginal communities.
The Toronto Star
Gov. Gen. Simon launches mental health project for North, Indigenous communities
OTTAWA - Outgoing Gov. Gen. Mary Simon has launched a project to fund community-based mental health services in Northern and Indigenous communities.
Mental wellness fund for the North launched to honour outgoing GG Mary Simon
Friday May 29, 2026 | OTTAWA, ON by Mary P Brooke | Island Social Trends The role of Governor General in Canada was highlighted as part of Mark Carney’s speech in announcing a legacy fund for mental wellness in the name of outgoing Governor General Mary Simon. Today’s announcement of the Mary Simon Catalyst for […] The post Mental wellness fund for the North launched to honour outgoing GG Mary Simon appeared first on Island Social Trends.
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