REGINA — Suicide prevention is the focus of 53 grants allocated by the government’s Pillars for Life: The Saskatchewan Suicide Prevention Plan.
Initiatives across the province will receive $480,000 in funding, with each successful applicant receiving up to $10,000.
Announced in September 2025, the Suicide Prevention Grant Program encourages community partners to develop creative ways to support suicide prevention, with a focus on developing leadership, reducing risks of suicide, increasing awareness of resources, reducing stigma and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Applications were accepted from groups such as community-based organizations, Indigenous organizations, school divisions and municipalities.
"On Father's Day last year Debbie and I lost our son, Lincoln West, to suicide," grant recipient Rick West said.
"As you can imagine, our priorities in life have shifted and Debbie and I are determined to turn our pain into purpose. In October 2024, we formed the Lincoln's Life Mattered Foundation with the goal of shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. The grant provided by the Ministry of Health is critical in helping our newly formed foundation achieve this goal.
"The funds will directly support our Healthy Minds, Healthy Communities initiative, which offers Mental Health First Aid and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training to participants. The workshops are designed to promote mental wellness, reduce stigma and equip parents, youth, educators and coaches with practical tools to support mental health and prevent suicide."
For a list of groups receiving a Suicide Prevention Grant, visit: saskatchewan.ca/suicide-prevention-grant.
To learn about resources available on suicide prevention and mental health, visit: saskatchewan.ca/suicide-prevention.
