- Over 1,100 grants distributed since 2011
- $2 million annual fund for
community-based mental health organizations that improve access to
mental health care, supports and services
- Marking World Mental Health Day on October 10
MONTRÉAL, Oct. 10,
2023 /CNW/ - Bell today announced the 2023 Bell Let's
Talk Community Fund grant recipients, including 16 organizations
that focus on providing housing services for Canadians in need.
With the increasing cost of housing across Canada, there is a large focus on providing
support to organizations that are helping to address the housing
crisis for people with mental health issues.
"The Bell Let's Talk Community Fund has provided over 1,100
grants to Canadian organizations providing mental health supports
and services since 2011. This year, there is increased demand on
charities that offer housing for people struggling with mental
health issues. Safe, affordable housing is a basic necessity for
everyone. Through our Community Fund, we are pleased to support
these organizations and many others who continue to positively
impact their communities every day."
- Mary Deacon, Chair of Bell Let's Talk
Bell's $2 million annual program
supports registered charities working to improve access to mental
health supports and services in communities throughout Canada.
This year's grant recipients include organizations supporting
youth, adults and families who need mental health care in
communities across the country. In addition to housing, other
projects supported include the prevention and treatment of
addiction, youth transitioning out of foster care, and newcomer's
employment and education development services. A list of the 115
Community Fund recipients for 2023 and their projects is available
here.
"Mental health is a critical issue for many of Street Haven's
clients who rely on our shelter, supportive housing, and
residential addictions treatment services. The grant from the Bell
Let's Talk Community Fund helps us support our clients in
addressing their mental health needs which will increase their
success towards greater resiliency and recovery."
- Dr. Siu Mee Cheng, PhD, Executive Director, Street
Haven
"With support from the Bell Let's Talk Community Fund, Bruce
Oake Recovery Centre is advancing its mission to help individuals
and families recover from addiction. This grant enables us to
seamlessly integrate housing support with comprehensive mental
health and substance use health treatment. The impact of this
project is transformative; it not only enables a stable environment
for our participants but also equips them with the necessary tools
for long-term recovery and well-being. Together, we are building a
Recovery Oriented System of Care that serves as a beacon of hope
and a model for community-based services."
- Greg Kyllo, Executive Director, Bruce Oake
Recovery Centre
To learn more about grant recipients, please visit
Bell.ca/LetsTalk.
Quick Facts
- The Bell Let's Talk Community Fund is a $2 million annual fund
- The Fund has issued over 1,100 grants totaling over
$20.5 million since 2011
- The Fund has issued 115 grants in 2023
About Bell Let's Talk
The largest-ever corporate commitment to mental health
in Canada, Bell Let's Talk is focused on 4 key action pillars
– Anti-stigma, Care and Access, Research and Workplace Leadership –
and is a driver of Bell for Better. Since its launch in 2010,
Bell Let's Talk has partnered with more than 1,400
organizations providing mental health services throughout
Canada, including hospitals,
universities, local community service providers and other care and
research organizations. To learn more, please
visit Bell.ca/LetsTalk.
Media inquiries:
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SOURCE Bell Let's Talk