NWT government, Bell, Northwestel, pledge $500,000 for mental health programs

YELLOWKNIFE — The government of the Northwest Territories, in partnership with Bell Let’s Talk and Northwestel, announced Wednesday a $500,000 collaboration that will support the Strongest Families Institute to provide mental health services for children, youth, adults and families throughout the Northwest Territories. Strongest Families Institute is an award-winning charity that provides evidence-based programming for individuals and their families to overcome significant issues such as anxiety and behaviour challenges. Strongest Families Institute currently operates in nine provinces across Canada and uses an innovative distance coaching approach to support clients while respecting their privacy. Strongest Families Institute coaches provide support when...