A program designed to help the farming community deal with mental health issues is getting additional provincial funding.
The In the Know program is receiving $385,000.
Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Bill Walker says this will allow more communities to improve the quality and access to mental health services available to Ontario’s agricultural sector.
He says this will ensure farmers, their families, and their employees have additional places to turn to when help is needed.
According to a news release, the expansion of the In the Know program to more branches will help improve access to mental health supports in rural areas, reduce the stigma around mental health, encourage more open discussion, and help connect the farm community with the resources and support they need.
