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Mum of 9-year-old boy who took his own life: 'Why couldn't I have saved him?'

WARNING: This story deals with suicide. Please see below for help and crisis information.  Sage Matutaera Ross was a beautiful, bright 9-year-old with his

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Alberta suicides decrease despite suicide prevention need

While the number of suicides appears to be declining in Alberta, the need for suicide prevention is not, according to an Airdrie group.

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Suicide deaths decline in Alberta in 2023

The number of deaths by suicide in the province is on the decline, according to preliminary data obtained from Alberta Justice that shows a drop in deaths in 2023 from previous years.

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Government cuts to Suicide Prevention Office could have fatal outcomes, says former director

A former director of the Suicide Prevention Office says budget cuts to the office could be fatal. The Ministry of Health is cutting 134 jobs to meet Finance...

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'The Sun and the Wind' is a theatrical reminder of loved ones' grief

The Sun and the Wind , starring Julie Edwards, reminds whānau about the grief and trauma that remains even after the loss of a loved one, in this case, the...

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'She lost hope': Young woman took her life after 10 years in state care

WARNING: This story deals with severe mental disorder and suicide, and may be upsetting.  A young Māori woman who took her own life soon after telling a me

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Medically assisted death: Should people with mental illness be eligible?

Warning: This article contains mentions of mental illness and death that some people may find triggering. Expanding access to medically assisted death helps...

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