Funding of $9.6 million to embed researchers in health system organizations across the country Ottawa – The Government of Canada is supporting researchers across the country who are collaborating with health system organizations to make meaningful contributions towards improving Canada’s health care system and ensuring that Canadians receive high-quality health care. By embedding researchers in health system organizations, they can …
Ottawa – Encouraging youth to learn about healthy habits can have long-lasting, positive effects on their overall health as they grow up. Even more beneficial is when young people are empowered to define their own health goals, bring forward their own solutions, and inspire their peers to live in a healthy way. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions …
Moncton – Canadians deserve health care and long-term care systems that provide them with timely access to health services whenever and wherever they are needed, as well as the ability to age with dignity closer to home. Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, Dominic LeBlanc, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, on behalf of Ya’ara Saks, …
Corner – 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 close to $200 billion over 10 years to support the Working Together to Improve Health Care for Canadians plan. Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural …
The Healthy Early Years (HEY) program aims to improve the health and development of children and their families, particularly those living in situations of increased vulnerability. Ottawa -Improving the health and wellbeing of children and families in official language minority communities (OLMCs) across Canada is a priority for the Government of Canada. Health and development programs that are appropriate to …
Ottawa – Mark Holland, Minister of Health, gave the following statement on nicotine replacement therapies. He said: “As Minister of Health, I am incredibly concerned about the growing popularity and recreational use of nicotine replacement therapies, particularly nicotine pouches, among youth. Nicotine is a powerfully addictive substance, and children and teenagers are especially susceptible to the harmful effects of nicotine. …
Gatineau – Canadians expect their governments to take action on climate change and address affordability concerns. Putting a price on carbon while sending rebates to Canadians is the most cost-effective way to fight climate change. Affordability is front and centre in this system, which puts money into the bank accounts of Canadian families. The Canada Carbon Rebate is made possible …
Ottawa – Each year in Canada, more than 1,500 lives are lost, and nearly 8,000 individuals find themselves hospitalized due to unintentional poisoning from various everyday items including medications and household cleaners. Today marks the start of National Poison Prevention Week, an important week dedicated to raising awareness about the widespread risks of poisonings across all age groups. Aligned with …
Regina – Canadians deserve a health care system that provides them with timely access to health services whenever and wherever they are needed, as well as the ability to age with dignity closer to home. Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, tEverett Hindley, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Health, and Tim McLeod, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural …
Ottawa – MP Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, on behalf of Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced more than $388,000 in additional funding towards the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing’s (CASN) National Nurse Residency Program. As Canada’s largest group of regulated health professionals with more than 450,000 members, nurses are critical to Canada’s health care …
