Feds promise at least $1 billion for Winnipeg mental health and addictions centre

Winnipeg has secured more than $1 billion in federal funding for a new Centre for Mental Health and Addictions. This investment is part of a partnership with Manitoba to tackle homelessness in the city. The centre will integrate patient care with permanent supportive and transitional housing. The federal government will contribute up to $800 million for the construction of 2,000 housing units, while Manitoba will cover the operational costs.

Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham hailed the funding as a historic investment that will significantly address the city's most pressing issues. The Winnipeg centre will follow the successful model of Toronto's Dunn House supportive housing initiative.