Province invests $2.4 million to support Albertans affected by gambling addiction
Summary
The Government of Alberta has invested $2.4 million in specialized treatment and recovery services for residents experiencing gambling addiction. Part of the funding will go to the Brick House Recovery Centre, which has locations in Edmonton and Calgary, to expand gambling treatment and recovery services in the province. The province says gambling addiction can have serious impacts on a person's mental health, finances, relationships and well-being, and the government is ensuring free, recovery-oriented supports are available.
(Source:Lethbridge News Now)