Resolutions

Whereas mental health and social service needs in Saskatchewan communities are increasing at an unprecedented rate, placing significant strain on local resources; and

Whereas the Government of Saskatchewan is increasingly downloading responsibilities for mental health and social services to municipalities, without providing adequate funding; and

Whereas municipal governments are not equipped with the financial capacity or specialized expertise to manage these essential services independently; and

Whereas insufficient provincial support for mental health and social services contributes to worsening social issues, including homelessness, addiction, crime, and strain on public safety resources.

Therefore be it resolved that SUMA advocate the Government of Saskatchewan to increase provincial funding for mental health supports and social services to alleviate the downloaded burden on local resources; and

Further be it resolved that SUMA advocate the Government of Saskatchewan to commit to ongoing collaboration with municipalities on the deployment of mental health and social services resources in communities, to ensure the delivery of these services is both sustainable and effective in addressing community needs.

Acts affected: None

Sectors/Regions affected: ALL