Province introduces fresh approach to Indigenous youth suicide prevention resources

More than 100 indigenous youth from across Alberta were engaged in the development of two new graphic novels that officials hope will start much needed conversations about suicide prevention. Alberta has one of the highest rates of youth suicide in Canada, with indigenous youth being roughly five to six times higher than non-Indigenous youth. “Youth suicide is a tragedy and these new tools share a message of hope, reflect Indigenous voices and respect the uniqueness of First Nations and M&