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Depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, and even suicide have been at epidemic levels since the beginning of COVID-19. According to Statistics Canada, more than one in four Canadians now suffer from a mental health issue. Those reporting poor mental health are up to four times more likely to report increased substance use since the pandemic began. At the same time, access to mental health services in some provinces means you are put on waitlists for more than a year for certain services.

The Comox Valley Regional District and City of Courtenay are joining forces on a community-wide aquatics strategy that will shape the future of public swimming in the region for the next 25 years.

The event attracted 25 teams from across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands

Jane Sproull Thomson

Heart and Stroke Foundation report suggests testing, treatment, support

The Comox Valley Record wants to recognize the many events that make our community a better place to live. Email your photos and submissions to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com .

Research shows improvement in response times to a cardiac arrest increases the chance for patient survival and improves neurological outcomes.

In December of last year, the Rotary Club of Comox Valley announced the winners of the 2021 Everyone Eats Raffle.

Many programs of choice have now reached their enrolment capacity

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