Ottawa – Palliative care is a critical part of Canada’s health care system as it helps improve the quality of life for as long as possible. For many that means care at home or in the communities where they live. In 2022, more than half of Canadians received palliative care before the end of their lives. The Government of Canada …
MAB provides advice on the implementation of the national dementia strategy Ottawa – According to the latest national data, in Canada, almost 474,000 people aged 65 and older have been diagnosed with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. Organizations such as Alzheimer’s Society of Canada estimate that the number of Canadians affected by dementia is expected to be close to one million …
Montreal – The Government of Canada is committed to improving the quality and availability of palliative care for all people in Canada. Budget 2021 provided nearly $30 million to help advance the Government’s Action Plan on Palliative Care and build a better foundation for coordinated action on long-term and supportive care needs. On behalf of Minister Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of …
