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Minister Dan Williams
Dan Williams was sworn in as Minister of Mental Health and Addiction and Deputy House Leader on June 9, 2023.
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Mental Health and Addiction outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Our responsibilities
Supports Albertans experiencing addiction and mental health challenges by:
- implementing a comprehensive recovery-oriented system of care
- increasing access to evidence-based services and supports
- funding community-based programs and services
- licensing addiction and mental health service providers
- ensuring mental health and addiction services are safe and high quality
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Latest news
- Mar 1, 2024
To maintain a high standard of mental health services, Alberta’s government is moving forward to regulate counsellors through the College of Alberta Psychologists.
- Feb 1, 2024
Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Dan Williams issued the following statement on National Eating Disorders Awareness Week:
- Jan 16, 2024
In partnership with Alberta’s government, CASA Mental Health is expanding in-school support for students facing complex mental health challenges.