Add to my calendar2026-02-19 10:00:002026-02-19 11:00:00PHSA webinar: New guidance on mental health act and youth care
The BC Government has released new guidance on applying the Mental Health Act for treating youth under 19 experiencing severe mental-health and substance-use challenges. We recognize there is significant interest in this guidance and how it should be interpreted and applied across the province for youth presenting with severe substance use disorders.The Ministry of Health requested the support of BC Children’s Hospital leaders to convene pediatric experts from across the province to guide this work. With coordination support offered by Child Health BC, provincial engagement and planning will begin imminently. A provincial working group is being established to review the guidance, build a shared understanding across the province, integrate it into clinical practice, and identify resource and educational needs.Upcoming webinar:Interpreting BC’s Mental Health Act for Treatment of Youth with Substance Use Disorders Webinar with Dr. Daniel Vigo, February 19 - 10 am to 11 amRegistration linkResources and supports available now:While we work on a provincial approach to supporting health care providers in applying this new guidance, here are resources you can access today: General guidance for physicians on treatment of children and youth with substance use disorders under the Mental Health Act:Developed by Dr. Daniel Vigo, BC’s chief scientific adviser for psychiatry, toxic drugs and concurrent disorders.Available on the BC Government website.Compass Mental Health:Provincial resource, providing phone and web consultation to clinicians.Available 9 am to 9 pm, seven days a week for clinical advice about individual cases. Compass BC or 1-855-702-7272.Disclaimer: The CME Event Calendar contains information originating from other sources. While every attempt is made to ensure that all information is accurately referenced, we do not guarantee the accuracy, quality or CME accreditation of posted events. Before registering for this event, please refer to the provincially harmonized CME Policy regarding reimbursement requirements for courses and conferences. The content is tailored to a medical audience and is not intended as public health communication.
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The BC Government has released new guidance on applying the Mental Health Act
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Physiciansrajbir.singh@opin.caAmerica/Vancouverpublic
The BC Government has released new guidance on applying the Mental Health Act for treating youth under 19 experiencing severe mental-health and substance-use challenges. We recognize there is significant interest in this guidance and how it should be interpreted and applied across the province for youth presenting with severe substance use disorders.
The Ministry of Health requested the support of BC Children’s Hospital leaders to convene pediatric experts from across the province to guide this work. With coordination support offered by Child Health BC, provincial engagement and planning will begin imminently. A provincial working group is being established to review the guidance, build a shared understanding across the province, integrate it into clinical practice, and identify resource and educational needs.
Upcoming webinar:
Interpreting BC’s Mental Health Act for Treatment of Youth with Substance Use Disorders Webinar with Dr. Daniel Vigo, February 19 - 10 am to 11 am
Disclaimer: The CME Event Calendar contains information originating from other sources. While every attempt is made to ensure that all information is accurately referenced, we do not guarantee the accuracy, quality or CME accreditation of posted events. Before registering for this event, please refer to the provincially harmonized CME Policy regarding reimbursement requirements for courses and conferences. The content is tailored to a medical audience and is not intended as public health communication.
