News

Stay informed with the latest news, announcements, program updates, and community initiatives from across the district.

‘Bridge the gap’: Wellness Bus connects at-risk people to help

CMHA Algoma is expanding its mobile outreach with two SUVs and a recommissioned ambulance.

Front Entrance Restricted During Construction at 548 Albert

Construction expected to take approximately three weeks.

Watch us Surprise Local Kids With An Epic Start to Summer!

Over 100 children returning home from school last week were met with a big surprise to kick off their summer!

$600,000 Raised to Bring Planet Youth Model to Local Schools

Initiative aims to reduce youth alcohol and drug abuse

New East End Paramedic Base Moves Into Design Stage

New base will help improve response capabilities in city’s east end.

Paramedic Recognized With Heroes of Service Award

Annual event recognizes efforts of frontline workers and leadership in emergency services, while raising funds for Crime Stoppers.

Pilot Project Aims to Reduce Homelessness in the Region

A new pilot project will help prevent evictions and support housing stability across the district.

New System to Streamline Ambulance Service

A new dispatch system will help prioritize emergency calls and improve ambulance resource availability across the district.

YMCA, DSSAB, Sault College Join to Provide New Daycare Spaces

A new partnership will create 80 licensed child care spaces to help meet growing community demand.

New Outreach Team in the Sault Will Help People in Need

A new outreach team will provide mobile mental health, addiction, and housing supports throughout the community.

In Honour of Kindness Week, We Bring Smiles & Surprises to a Local Neighbourhood

A Kindness Week event brought smiles, treats, and winter essentials to local children and families.

Family Has New Place to Live Thanks to Housing Program

A local family has achieved home ownership through a program that combines housing, training, and neighbourhood revitalization.

Social Services Advocates Calling for Provincial Justice Centre in Sault Ste. Marie

Local organizations are advocating for a Justice Centre to address homelessness and reduce repeat involvement in the justice system.

Program Will Help More Families Get Affordable Homes in the City

Expanded eligibility will help more families access affordable home ownership opportunities throughout the DSSAB district.

Homelessness Rising at Unsustainable Rate in Northern Ontario

New data shows homelessness is rising faster in Northern Ontario than elsewhere in the province.

Hospital & Paramedics Work Together to Reduce Ambulance Offload Delays

Collaboration between SAH and local paramedics is helping reduce offload delays and improve emergency response capacity.

Sault Paramedic Service Receives $30K for Training

Provincial funding will support mental health training, wellness programming, and peer support initiatives for local paramedics.

Building Skills, Building Futures: How the BMC Program Is Powering Local Talent

The BMC program is helping address local labour shortages by training job-ready workers for the construction industry.

Economic Development Award Winner Is a One-of-a-Kind Initiative Revitalizing Our Neighbourhoods

AHOP has been recognized for creating housing opportunities, workforce development, and neighbourhood revitalization across the community.

Social Services Throws a Street Party for the Community

The annual Game On! Street Party brought families, community partners, and local services together for a day of fun.

Pilot Project That Helps Seniors Stay Out of Hospital Now Permanent

Ontario has made Community Paramedicine permanent, supporting seniors through proactive, in-home health care services.
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