Photo collectionOffice of Addictions and Mental HealthOctober 26, 2026

Crisis response training expands across eastern Nova Scotia

First responders in the Eastern Health Zone can now access specialized training to help people facing mental health or substance use crises.

Summary

The Crisis Intervention Team model is now available to first responders across the Eastern Health Zone.

  • Where: Antigonish and Guysborough counties and Cape Breton Island
  • Purpose: Help first responders assist people in a mental health or substance use crisis

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Source: Government of Nova Scotia

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