INFORMATION RELEASE For immediate distribution
Statement on Bill C‐54 “Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act”
Calgary, Alberta, February 8, 2013 – The Government of Canada today tabled legislation to change certain provisions governing persons deemed not criminally responsible on account of a mental disorder.
We are committed to working with the government to promote mental health, prevent mental health problems and illnesses wherever possible, and to achieving a transformed recovery‐oriented mental health system in Canada.
Changing Directions, Changing Lives: The Mental Health Strategy for Canada remains the cornerstone of our efforts to change attitudes and fight the stigma faced by people living with mental health problems and illnesses and to create a mental health system that can meet the needs of people of all ages. You can find the Strategy at: http://strategy.mentalhealthcommission.ca
The Mental Health Commission of Canada will thoroughly examine this legislation before commenting further.
ABOUT THE MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION OF CANADA
The Mental Health Commission of Canada is a catalyst for change. We are collaborating with hundreds of partners to change the attitudes of Canadians toward mental health problems and to improve services and support. Our goal is to help people who live with mental health problems and illnesses lead meaningful and productive lives. Together we spark change.
The Mental Health Commission of Canada is funded by Health Canada.
www.mentalhealthcommission.ca strategy.mentalhealthcommission.ca
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Kyle Marr, Senior Communication Specialist Mental Health Commission of Canada Office: (403) 385‐4050
Cell: (587) 226‐8782
The views represented herein solely represent the views of the Mental Health Commission of Canada.
Production of this document is made possible through a financial contribution from Health Canada.
