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Discover the latest IYS news from across Canada
IYS LHS Summit Reflections
The IYS LHS Summit fostered a space where diverse perspectives and expertise could come together to set the stage for collaboration on the development of a multi-IYS LHS. Hear about the event from four individuals who attended the event from across Canada!
Government of Canada and Partners Pave Way for Standardized Mental Health and Substance Use Care
Health Canada commissioned the Standards Council of Canada to coordinate the development of a series of guidelines and resources to promote better understanding, alignment, and integration among mental health and substance use health care providers throughout the country.
Advancing quality of care for mental health and substance use health
We are pleased to announce that six standards-based solutions are now available, developed by the Standards Council of Canada and the Government of Canada to improve the timeliness, quality, and reduce stigma in mental health and substance use services.
Integrated Youth Services Site Opens in Humboldt
Saskatchewan's first Integrated Youth Services (IYS) site, or hub, opened its doors in Humboldt, providing support to young people ages 12 to 25 and their caregivers.
Integrated Youth Services Video Series
With thanks to the Bell-Graham Boeckh Foundation Partnership, Skyline, and RBC Future Launch, Integrated Youth Services (IYS) networks from across Canada had the opportunity to collaborate on a video series about how IYS is creating real change in youth mental health care by providing youth-friendly, low-barrier supports to young people when and where youth need them.
Request for Proposals Launched for Two New Provincial Integrated Youth Services Hubs
Choices for Youth (CFY), Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services, and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador are pleased to announce the launch of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for two new Integrated Youth Services hubs in rural and remote parts of the province.
Strengthening and expanding integrated youth service networks across Canada
We have an opportunity to listen to our youth and work with them to create better mental health resources and wellness supports right in their communities.
Locations of seven new integrated youth services sites in Nova Scotia announced
Young Nova Scotians and their families will soon have easier access to mental health and addictions services and related supports in their communities.
The Province of BC announced ten new Foundry centre locations
The Province of BC announced ten new Foundry centre locations will be joining the Foundry network!
$4.3 million investment announced in Budget 2024 for implementation of a provincial Integrated Youth Services model
After five years of community engagement and developmental work, CFY and NL Health Services are thrilled to see investment in a provincial model of mental health and wrap-around supports for youth and young families in our province.
Youth wellness hub initiative announced in New Brunswick
Integrated youth wellness hubs being established around the province aim to give young New Brunswickers and their families easier access to mental health and addictions support.
The Government of Canada and partners establish a Canada-wide network to support integrated mental health and substance use services for youth
The Integrated Youth Services Network of Networks connects integrated youth service hubs across Canada to create a learning health system to improve health outcomes for youth.
More mental health, addictions support for youth, caregivers in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is investing $3.2 million to provide young Nova Scotians and their families easier access to mental health and addictions support.