Ottawa Seeks Project Pitches for New Mental Health Fund Aimed at Youth

Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Ya’ara Saks listens to questions at a news conference on the Emergency Treatment Fund to help with the toxic drug and overdose crisis, at the National Press Theatre in Ottawa, on Oct. 11, 2024. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang

Health and Addictions Minister Ya'ara Saks is looking for pitches to help young Canadians who are struggling with their mental health.

The federal government plans to distribute $500 million for projects that help young people struggling to afford private mental health care services.