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Bill 37: Alberta proposes licensing updates to mental health and addiction framework

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Mental Health and Addiction Minister Dan Williams tabled Bill 37the Mental Health Services Protection Amendment Act 2025 on Tuesday .

The legislation proposes creating three service types for bed-based addiction treatment services; withdrawal management, intensive treatment, and non-intensive recovery.

An exemption could be issued for medical reasons, scientific research, or being in the public interest.

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