Eastern Nova Scotia expands trained crisis response

Nova Scotia is expanding its Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) model to the eastern health zone, covering Antigonish and Guysborough counties and Cape Breton Island. The province is investing $700,000 in 2026–27 for the expansion.

• Police and other first responders receive specialized training in recognizing crises and using de-escalation techniques.
• During an incident, responders can call healthcare professionals for real-time guidance.
• Planning is underway to bring the model to the western health zone.

Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis, or concerned about someone else, can call the provincial crisis line at 1-888-429-8167.