How accessible are mental health services in Canada?

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Canada's new health-care deal has earmarked billions more for mental health services.

Mental health is one of four "shared priorities" identified by the federal government in its funding deals with the provinces and territories.

And while Ottawa has boosted its spending on mental health services, some advocates say Canada risks falling behind in that area unless a better approach is espoused.

Our question this week:Is mental health-care accessible for you? What's working and what needs to change?

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Where to get help if you or someone you know is struggling:

• Talk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566 (phone) | 45645 (Text, 4 p.m. to midnight ET only)

• Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 (phone), live chat counselling at www.kidshelpphone.ca

• Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention: Find a 24-hour crisis centre

• Hope for Wellness Helpline: 1-855-242-3310 (phone, available in Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut upon request)

• To learn how to talk to someone about suicide, consult this guide from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

• This guide from the Canadian Mental Health Association outlines the warning signs of suicide.