Health Canada investment enables Valoris and CHEO to enhance youth mental health services
2026-05-01 from cheo.on.ca
May 1, 2026, Rockland, Ont. — Valoris for Children and Adults of Prescott-Russell, in collaboration with CHEO, are proud to announce a significant contribution from Health Canada through the Youth Mental Health Fund to support the implementation of the BRAVA Program - Building Resilience and Attachment in Vulnerable Adolescents.
This four-year funding of $902,769 will allow Valoris to increase the capacity of its youth mental health team. Designed for adolescents experiencing suicidal ideation and their parents or caregivers, the program addresses an urgent need in the community by providing faster, more timely access to mental health services.
“This contribution allows us to meaningfully enhance our youth mental health services and intervene more quickly with youth experiencing suicidal distress, and their families. Investing in evidence-based, accessible approaches in both official languages is essential to supporting the long-term well-being of our communities,” said Caroline Granger, Executive Director of Valoris for Children and Adults of Prescott-Russell.
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