Three local first response agencies are receiving provincial funding for mental health services.
Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, announced $30,000 each for the North Bay Police Service, the City of North Bay and the District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board.
“Through the Mental Health Supports for Public Safety Personnel program, we are making sure that first responders from Nipissing have access to tailored mental health supports so they can continue to protect our communities with strength and resilience,” says Fedeli.
City police chief Daryl Longworth says they’re thankful for the funding.
“Through the Mental Health Supports for Public Safety Personnel Grant program, we can advance our wellness initiatives and close the gaps our members face in accessing resources and timely, meaningful support,” says Longworth. “Investing in wellness is critical to the long-term effectiveness and resilience of our Service; it strengthens the entire organization and ultimately benefits the community we serve.”
Across Ontario, the province says it’s investing $3.8 Billion over 10 years to fill gaps in mental health and addictions care, create new services and expand programs.
