Will you work with us to further develop and fund a community-based, preventative mental health strategy? What will you prioritize in developing this strategy?
Rajesh Angral: Yes - 1) Culturally Responsive Services: Support mental health programs that reflect the cultural values and lived experiences of Calgary’s diverse communities. 2) Evidence-Based Education: Collaborate with facilitators and health professionals to co-create initiatives grounded in research and community wisdom. 3) Inclusive Leadership: Ensure community representatives have a seat at the table in shaping mental health strategies, fostering trust and accountability.
Danny Ng: Yes - Co-design programs with community groups and cultural leaders. Offer help where people already go—libraries, schools, youth clubs, faith and community centres. Train front-line staff in trauma-informed care and mental health first aid. Fund programs for multiple years and report simple results (wait times, participation, outcomes).
Atul Chauhan: Yes - Co-design programs with community groups and cultural leaders. Offer help where people already go—libraries, schools, youth clubs, faith and community centres. Train front-line staff in trauma-informed care and mental health first aid. Fund programs for multiple years and report simple results (wait times, participation, outcomes).
Jaspriya Johal: Yes - Better policing, healthcare, and education - all tie back to one essential element, strong mental health. 'Community-based' approach is the approach to deal with it most effectively, as again I would emphasize, one size fits-all approach doesn't work, mental health services too are best delivered from the community, as it is organic and understands each individual's situation uniquely.
Andrew Yule: Yes - I'd like to learn more about the civic partners that are doing great work in this area. I also want to ensure that the Province leads in this area as it is their responsibility.