Ottawa – Today is National Physicians’ Day, a day to celebrate Canada’s doctors and health professionals who dedicate their life to supporting the health and well-being of our communities. Physicians are a key pillar of our healthcare system and play a crucial role in the delivery of health services. Despite many challenges, including high patient workloads, long hours and physician …
Connecting Over 16,000 People to Primary Care Teams in NW Ontario
THUNDER BAY — The Ontario government is investing more than $5 million to connect over 16,000 people to primary care teams in Northwestern Ontario, including Thunder Bay, Kenora, Fort Frances, and Sioux Lookout. This is part of Ontario’s $110 million investment to connect up to 328,000 people to primary care teams, bringing the province one step closer to connecting everyone …
Helping 6600 internally educated healthcare professionals
Winnipeg – Across Canada, Canadians are facing labour shortages and the demand for qualified workers continues to grow. Long wait times and difficulty finding a family physician are far too common for people across the country. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to speed up accreditation for internationally educated health professionals (IEHP). Minister of Employment, Workforce Development …
$1b given to Alberta to improve health care over 3 years
This investment will increase access to a primary health provider, reduce wait times for mental health services, and provide greater access to health data. Calgary – Canadians want and deserve a health care system that provides timely access to health services whenever and wherever they are needed. That is why the Government of Canada is investing over $200 billion over …
Ministers of Health on Canadian Intensive Care Week
Ottawa – Each year, more than 100,000 Canadians receive life-saving care in intensive units, relying on the support and care of intensive care teams. This Canadian Intensive Care Week, we would like to celebrate and thank intensive care teams across the country for everything they do to help Canadians in our most critical moments. We recognize the exceptional work undertaken …