Calgary, like other cities across the country are seeing spikes in mental health calls, with the problem only being exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. But the City of Calgary has formulated a plan, and it's sharing that plan with other Canadian cities.
On this episode of This Is Why, we find out how Calgary's mental health and addictions plan came together and why it could make a difference.
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Guests:
Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi
Karen Gosbee
Episode Resources:
Calgary’s Mental Health and Addiction Strategy
Obituary of George Gosbee
Mental health supports across Canada
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