The Alberta Farm Mental Health Network (Network) continues to push forward and explore the rural landscape of mental health supports. Since our last update we have met with over 25 different associations, government programs, private mental health practitioners, researchers, media and even some farmers.

Growing up in a remote rural community in Alberta, there were no local professional counselling services. It’s the same for many rural communities across Alberta and when there are psychologists, they are often very busy and have waitlists. Or, if there are any local psychologists, they may not offer an area of specialization you need.