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Nova Scotia Legislature - Mental Health Act

(2 days ago) WebNova Scotia 53 Elizabeth II, 2004. Government Bill Mental Health Act. The Honourable Angus MacIsaac Minister of Health. First Reading: September 29, 2004. Second Reading: Third Reading: An Act Respecting Mental Health. Be it enacted by the Governor and …

https://nslegislature.ca/legc/bills/59th_1st/1st_read/b109.htm

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Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act - Nova Scotia …

(Just Now) Web30 When an involuntary patient requires hospital treatment that cannot be provided in a psychiatric facility, the chief executive officer may transfer the patient to a hospital for …

https://nslegislature.ca/sites/default/files/legc/statutes/involuntary%20psychiatric%20treatment.pdf

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Legislative Amendments Prioritize Access to Mental Health and

(5 days ago) WebThe Province is cementing its commitment to universal mental health and addictions care for all Nova Scotians through legislative changes introduced today, …

https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2023/10/13/legislative-amendments-prioritize-access-mental-health-and-addictions-care

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New Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act passes despite …

(3 days ago) WebUnder the province’s Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act Involuntary hospitalizations are on the rise in the Nova Scotia Health’s Central Zone, NSH data …

https://www.halifaxexaminer.ca/government/province-house/new-involuntary-psychiatric-treatment-act-passes-despite-concerns/

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Universal access to mental health services coming to N.S., but …

(7 days ago) WebThe Houston government's promise to create new billing codes so that Nova Scotians can seek mental health care from private practitioners is going to take time, …

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/private-mental-health-services-billing-codes-1.6344021

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P.E.I. legislature pushes ahead with law expanding …

(Just Now) WebCHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — Changes to P.E.I.’s Mental Health Act have been introduced in the P.E.I. legislature, paving the way for an expansion of …

https://www.saltwire.com/atlantic-canada/news/pei-legislature-pushes-ahead-with-law-expanding-involuntary-mental-health-treatment-100911512/

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Legislation Enhances Protections for Patients Admitted for …

(5 days ago) WebLegislation introduced today, March 31, will enhance the protection of patients treated under the Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act. “These amendments …

https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2022/03/31/legislation-enhances-protections-patients-admitted-involuntary-psychiatric-treatment

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N.S. Health launches program to speed up access to mental health …

(8 days ago) WebNova Scotia Health said those with urgent problems are seen right away and the provincial mental health and addictions crisis line is also open 24 hours a day. 'The …

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/ns-health-launches-mental-health-care-program-1.6831939

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N.S. government takes step toward public access to private mental

(5 days ago) WebBrian Comer is Nova Scotia's minister responsible for the Office of Mental Health and Addictions. (Robert Short/CBC) Changes introduced at Province House on …

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/mental-health-and-addictions-care-government-funding-1.6995672

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Nova Scotia Legislature - Bill 25 - Mental Health Bill of …

(2 days ago) Web1 This Act may be cited as the Mental Health Bill of Rights. 2 Every person with a mental disorder or experiencing episodes of psychological distress is entitled to. …

https://nslegislature.ca/legc/bills/63rd_3rd/1st_read/b025.htm

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Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions

(6 days ago) WebThe hotlines below are toll-free and available to help 24/7, or go to your closest emergency department. Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line. 1-888-429-8167. Kids …

https://mha.nshealth.ca/en

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Mental health and wellbeing - Government of Nova Scotia, Canada

(Just Now) WebMental health and addictions services. If you or a family member needs help, you can self-refer to a mental health or addictions clinic, service or program through the Nova Scotia …

https://novascotia.ca/mental-health-and-wellbeing/

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Adult Capacity and Decision-making Act novascotia.ca

(8 days ago) WebThis web page explains the new law for adults who cannot make some or all decisions for themselves in Nova Scotia. It covers topics such as planning ahead, capacity …

https://novascotia.ca/just/pto/adult-capacity-decision.asp

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The Politics of Mental Health Care in Nova Scotia: - Érudit

(8 days ago) WebThe Politics of Mental Health Care in Nova Scotia:: The Case of the Halifax County Hospital, 1940-1976. An article from journal Acadiensis (Volume 35, Number 1, Autumn …

https://www.erudit.org/en/journals/acadiensis/2005-v35-n1-acadiensis_35_1/acad35_1art02/

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Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act - Fact Sheet for Law …

(3 days ago) WebIn October 2005, the Nova Scotia House of Assembly passed the Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act. The Act is about making sure that those who are unable to make …

https://www.novascotia.ca/dhw/mental-health/documents/ipta/IPTA_Facts_for_Law_Enforcement.pdf

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N.S. modifies controversial mental health bill, but won't shelve it

(8 days ago) WebThe Nova Scotia government is making small changes to amendments it is proposing to the province's Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act. for the Office of …

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/involuntary-treatment-act-bill-ns-legislature-1.6425514

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Under the Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act - Nova Scotia …

(6 days ago) WebIt also explains a patient's rights under the Act and provides a contact number for more information. Ce dépliant est aussi disponible en français. Nova Scotia Health …

https://www.nshealth.ca/patient-education-resources/1146

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SNS 2005, c 42 Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act CanLII

(8 days ago) WebAPRIL 1. , 2015. 6 involuntary psychiatric treatment 2005, c. 42 Voluntary patient may consent 6 Subject to Section 7, a voluntary patient who is capable of …

https://www.canlii.org/en/ns/laws/stat/sns-2005-c-42/latest/sns-2005-c-42.html

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Canada signs over $355 million bilateral agreement with Nova …

(3 days ago) WebToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf …

https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/canada-signs-over-355-million-bilateral-agreement-with-nova-scotia-to-improve-health-care-over-three-years.html

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Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams : Nova Scotia : …

(1 days ago) WebAssertive Community Treatment is a client-centered, recovery-oriented mental health service delivered by multidisciplinary treatment teams, designed to provide …

https://www.ementalhealth.ca/Nova-Scotia/Assertive-Community-Treatment-ACT-teams/index.php?m=heading&ID=113

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Nova Scotia Legislature - Bill 78 - Mental Health Curriculum Act

(2 days ago) WebExplanatory Notes. Clause 1 provides a short title for the Act. Clauses 2 and 3 require regional centres for education to implement. (a) PATHS education for grades …

https://nslegislature.ca/legc/bills/64th_1st/1st_read/b078.htm

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) : Nova Scotia : …

(9 days ago) WebACT is a type of therapy that helps people by using acceptance and mindfulness, along with commitment and behaviour-change strategies. Comprehensive guide to mental …

https://www.ementalhealth.ca/Nova-Scotia/Acceptance-and-Commitment-Therapy-ACT/index.php?m=heading&ID=461

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Bridgewater mayor asking N.S. to pay for mental health calls

(7 days ago) WebUnder the province’s Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act, officers must stay with patients until a medical exam is completed. However Bridgewater Police say that is …

https://halifax.citynews.ca/2024/05/16/bridgewater-mayor-says-local-police-to-start-invoicing-province-for-mental-health-calls/

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N.S. government working to launch mental health crisis response …

(4 days ago) WebThe Nova Scotia government is in negotiations with an organization that would provide community-led, non-police crisis response services for mental health and …

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/mental-health-crisis-response-brian-comer-1.7206527

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Mental Health Act 2007 No 8 - NSW legislation

(7 days ago) WebMental Health Act 2007 No 8 [2007-8] New South Wales Status Information Currency of version Current version for 19 February 2024 to date (accessed 16 May …

https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/view/whole/pdf/inforce/2024-05-15/act-2007-008

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