Canada News Centre - Health CanadaCanada News Centre2024-03-27T19:55:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgMinisters Saks and Tassi to make an announcement about child carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/ministers-saks-and-tassi-to-make-an-announcement-about-child-care.htmlThe Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health and the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an announcement about child care.Health Canada2024-03-27T19:10:31-04:00Government of Canada signs two bilateral agreements with Quebec to support initiatives to improve health carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-signs-two-bilateral-agreements-with-quebec-to-support-initiatives-to-improve-health-care.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, announced the signing of two bilateral agreements to invest more than $3.7 billion in federal funding to improve health care in Quebec. These agreements represent the first funding under the government's commitment to invest $6.7 billion in Quebec over a ten-year period.Health Canada2024-03-27T18:11:01-04:00Canada signs $29 million bilateral agreement to help Islanders age with dignityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/canada-signs-29-million-bilateral-agreement-to-help-islanders-age-with-dignity.htmlToday, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Agriculture and Agri-Food and Member of Parliament for Cardigan , on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland , Minister of Health, alongside the Honourable Mark McLane, Minister of Health and Wellness for PEI , announced a bilateral agreement to invest more than $29 million over the next five years to help people living in Prince Edward Island (PEI) age with dignity, closer to home, through improved access to home and community care and long-term care (LTC).Health Canada2024-03-26T10:15:35-04:00Government of Canada signs two bilateral agreements with New Brunswick to improve health care and long-term care in the provincehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-signs-two-bilateral-agreements-with-new-brunswick-to-improve-health-care-and-long-term-care-in-the-province.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, the Honourable Bruce Fitch, New Brunswick’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Sherry Wilson, New Brunswick’s Minister responsible for Addictions and Mental Health Services, and the Honourable Kathy Bockus, New Brunswick’s Minister responsible for Seniors, on behalf of the Honourable Jill Green, New Brunswick’s Minister of Social Development, announced two bilateral agreements to invest a total amount of more than $430 million to improve health care access and services in New Brunswick.Health Canada2024-03-26T08:00:20-04:00Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island to make an important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/governments-of-canada-and-prince-edward-island-to-make-an-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health along with the Honourable Mark McLane, Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island, will make an announcement to help Islanders age with dignity.Health Canada2024-03-25T15:30:21-04:00Governments of Canada and New Brunswick to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/governments-of-canada-and-new-brunswick-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, the Honourable Bruce Fitch, New Brunswick’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Sherry Wilson, New Brunswick’s Minister responsible for Addictions and Mental Health Services and the Honourable Kathy Bockus, New Brunswick’s Minister responsible for Seniors, will make an important health care announcement.Health Canada2024-03-25T15:00:38-04:00Canada signs close to $256 million bilateral agreement with Newfoundland and Labrador to improve health care over three yearshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/canada-signs-close-to-256-million-bilateral-agreement-with-newfoundland-and-labrador-to-improve-health-care-over-three-years.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced a bilateral agreement to invest almost $256 million to improve health care access and services in Newfoundland and Labrador.Health Canada2024-03-25T13:00:00-04:00Supporting health care providers through Lawson Health Research Institute https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/supporting-health-care-providers-through-lawson-health-research-institute.htmlToday, Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, highlighted an investment of $72,768 to the Lawson Health Research Institute through Health Canada's Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP).Health Canada2024-03-25T09:30:02-04:00Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/governments-of-canada-and-newfoundland-and-labrador-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlGovernments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador to make important health care announcementHealth Canada2024-03-24T13:51:52-04:00Government of Canada to announce funding to help address harms related to substance use in London, Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-to-help-address-harms-related-to-substance-use-in-london-ontario.htmlArielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will announce funding under the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) to benefit people living in London, Ontario.Health Canada2024-03-22T16:00:55-04:00Government of Canada Tables Final Report of the Legislative Review of the Cannabis Acthttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-tables-final-report-of-the-legislative-review-of-the-cannabis-act.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health and the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health released the final report of the Legislative Review of the Cannabis Act.Health Canada2024-03-21T16:50:32-04:00Government of Canada Announces Reimbursements and Deductions under the Canada Health Acthttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-announces-reimbursements-and-deductions-under-the-canada-health-act.htmlToday, the Minister of Health announced mandatory Canada Health Transfer (CHT) deductions and reimbursements in respect of patient charges for medically necessary services that should be accessible to patients at no cost.Health Canada2024-03-21T13:10:34-04:00Canada Health Transfer Deductions and Reimbursements - March 2024https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/canada-health-transfer-deductions-and-reimbursements---march-2024.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced Canada Health Act (CHA) deductions and reimbursements for this year.Health Canada2024-03-21T13:00:00-04:00Statement from the Minister of Health on nicotine replacement therapieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/statement-from-the-minister-of-health-on-nicotine-replacement-therapies.htmlToday, Health Canada has issued a public advisory underscoring the importance of only using authorized nicotine pouches as directed for smoking cessation, and to not use nicotine pouches not approved for sale in Canada.Health Canada2024-03-20T17:20:04-04:00Government of Canada signs two bilateral agreements with Saskatchewan to support initiatives to improve health carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-signs-two-bilateral-agreements-with-saskatchewan-to-support-initiatives-to-improve-health-care.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Everett Hindley, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Tim McLeod, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health announced two bilateral agreements to invest a total of more than $560 million in federal funding to improve health care in Saskatchewan.Health Canada2024-03-18T13:10:00-04:00Message from the Minister of Health - Poison Prevention Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/message-from-the-minister-of-health-poison-prevention-week.htmlToday 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.Health Canada2024-03-18T10:00:00-04:00Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/governments-of-canada-and-saskatchewan-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Everett Hindley, Saskatchewan Minister of Health, will make an important health care announcement.Health Canada2024-03-15T16:10:25-04:00Supporting Internationally Educated Nurses joining the Canadian health workforcehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/supporting-internationally-educated-nurses-joining-the-canadian-health-workforce.htmlToday, MP Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable 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.Health Canada2024-03-14T12:45:00-04:00Government of Canada to make an announcement to support internationally educated nurses in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-to-support-internationally-educated-nurses-in-canada.htmlThe Honourable Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, joined by key partners, will hold a news conference to announce funding to support the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing’s (CASN) National Nurse Residency Program.Health Canada2024-03-13T15:00:00-04:00Government of Canada signs agreements with Yukon delivering nearly $86 million to improve health carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-signs-agreements-with-yukon-delivering-nearly-86-million-to-improve-health-care.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Minister of Health and Social Services of the Yukon, announced three agreements to invest a total amount of nearly $86 million to improve health care access and services in the Yukon.Health Canada2024-03-12T00:35:36-04:00Governments of Canada and Yukon to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/governments-of-canada-and-yukon-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Yukon Minister of Health and Social Services, will make an important health care announcementHealth Canada2024-03-11T15:47:00-04:00Oral Health Providers can now sign up to participate in the Canadian Dental Care Planhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/oral-health-providers-can-now-sign-up-to-participate-in-the-canadian-dental-care-plan.htmlSince the launch of the CDCP last December, more than 1.3 million seniors have been deemed eligible to receive oral health care services through the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and more people are applying every day as applications are now open to seniors now aged 70 and above.Health Canada2024-03-11T14:35:26-04:00Government of Canada signs two bilateral agreements with Nunavut for better health care, closer to homehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-signs-two-bilateral-agreements-with-nunavut-for-better-health-care-closer-to-home.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable John Main, Nunavut’s Minister of Health, announced two bilateral agreements to invest a total of more than $35.6 million to improve health care access and services in Nunavut.Health Canada2024-03-05T13:05:37-05:00Message from the Minister of Health – Nutrition Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/message-from-the-minister-of-health-nutrition-month.htmlNutrition Month is celebrated each March to remind us all of how essential good nutrition is to our health and well-being. This year’s theme “We Are Dietitians!”, and this month we celebrate the important role Dietitians play in helping us achieve good nutrition, as well as the benefits of making healthy eating choices to improve our quality of life.Health Canada2024-03-05T10:00:00-05:00Governments of Canada and Nunavut to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/governments-of-canada-and-nunavut-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable John Main, Minister of Health, Nunavut, will make an important health care announcement.Health Canada2024-03-04T14:47:33-05:00Improving the working lives of nurses across Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/improving-the-working-lives-of-nurses-across-canada.htmlTo help support and retain members of the nursing workforce, today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health joined Dr. Leigh Chapman, Canada’s Chief Nursing Officer at Trillium Health Partners, Credit Valley Hospital, to announce the release of the Nursing Retention Toolkit: Improving the Working Lives of Nurses in Canada to help improve the working lives of nurses.Health Canada2024-03-04T10:22:15-05:00Government of Canada to announce initiative to improve nursing retention across Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-announce-initiative-to-improve-nursing-retention-across-canada.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, and Dr. Leigh Chapman, Chief Nursing Officer for Canada, will hold a news conference to announce an initiative to improve the well-being and retention of nurses across Canada.Health Canada2024-03-01T14:00:00-05:00Universal Access to Contraceptionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/backgrounder-universal-access-to-contraception.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced the Government of Canada’s next step toward national universal pharmacare with the introduction of Bill C-64, An Act respecting pharmacare, into Parliament, and the intention to provide universal, single-payer coverage for a range of contraception medications and devices in collaboration with provinces and territories (PTs).Health Canada2024-02-29T10:30:00-05:00Government of Canada Introduces Legislation for First Phase of National Universal Pharmacarehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-for-first-phase-of-national-universal-pharmacar.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, introduced Bill C-64, An Act respecting pharmacare (Pharmacare Act), which proposes the foundational principles for first phase of national universal pharmacare in Canada and describes the Government of Canada’s intent to work with provinces and territories (PTs) to provide universal, single-payer coverage for a number of contraception and diabetes medications.Health Canada2024-02-29T10:30:00-05:00Universal Access to Diabetes Medications, and Diabetes Device Fund for Devices and Supplieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/universal-access-to-diabetes-medications-and-diabetes-device-fund-for-devices-and-supplies.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced the Government of Canada’s next step toward the first phase of national universal pharmacare with the introduction of Bill C-64, An Act respecting pharmacare, into Parliament, and the intention to provide universal, single-payer coverage for a range of diabetes medications in collaboration with willing provinces and territories (PTs).Health Canada2024-02-29T10:30:00-05:00Minister of Health to make an announcement related to An Act Respecting Pharmacarehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/minister-of-health-to-make-an-announcement-related-to-an-act-respecting-pharmacare.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, will introduce legislation relating to accessibility and affordability of pharmaceutical drugs for people in Canada. Following the introduction the legislation the Minister will hold a press conference.Health Canada2024-02-28T20:29:04-05:00Government of Canada signs two bilateral agreements with the Northwest Territories to improve health carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-signs-two-bilateral-agreements-with-the-northwest-territories-to-improve-health-care.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, and the Honourable Lesa Semmler, Minister of Health and Social Services of the Northwest Territories, announced two bilateral agreements to invest a total amount of more than $36 million to improve health care access and services in the Northwest Territories.Health Canada2024-02-13T17:08:05-05:00Governments of Canada and Northwest Territories to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/governments-of-canada-and-northwest-territories-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Lesa Semmler, Minister of Health and Social Services, Northwest Territories, will make an important health care announcement.Health Canada2024-02-12T15:00:59-05:00Canada signs $733 million bilateral agreement to help British Columbians age with dignityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/canada-signs-733-million-bilateral-agreement-to-help-british-columbians-age-with-dignity.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of Health of British Columbia announced a bilateral agreement to invest $733 million over the next five years to help British Columbians age with dignity, closer to home, through improved access to home and community care and long-term care (LTC).Health Canada2024-02-12T14:45:20-05:00Governments of Canada and British Columbia to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/governments-of-canada-and-british-columbia-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, along with the Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of Health for British Columbia, will make an important announcement on seniors’ health care.Health Canada2024-02-09T15:00:29-05:00Health Canada announces transition of mental health resources from Wellness Together Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/health-canada-announces-transition-of-mental-health-resources-from-wellness-together-canada.htmlThe Government of Canada will be transitioning away from Wellness Together Canada beginning on April 3, 2024. After this time, Canadians will be able to access information on mental health resources, supports and services, including those available in their home province or territory, at Canada.ca/mental-health.Health Canada2024-02-08T16:00:00-05:00Government of Canada announces the services covered under the Canadian Dental Care Planhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-the-services-covered-under-the-canadian-dental-care-plan.htmlToday, the Government of Canada announced further details on the oral health care services that will be covered under the CDCP to prevent and treat oral health issues and disease.Health Canada2024-02-08T09:39:11-05:00The Government of Canada introduces legislation to delay Medical Assistance in Dying expansion by 3 yearshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/02/the-government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-to-delay-medical-assistance-in-dying-expansion-by-3-years.htmlThe Government of Canada tables legislation to delay MAID expansion by 3 years This news release deals with topics that may cause distress. If you or someone close to you needs support, resources are available at Canada.ca/mental-health.Health Canada2024-02-01T11:50:36-05:00Government of Canada announces appointments to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Governing Councilhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-announces-appointments-to-the-canadian-institutes-of-health-research-governing-council.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced three new appointments as members to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Governing Council.Health Canada2024-01-31T15:50:56-05:00Statement from the Ministers of Health and Mental Health & Addictions on National Non-Smoking Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/statement-from-the-ministers-of-health-and-mental-health-addictions-on-national-non-smoking-week.htmlToday marks the start of National Non-Smoking Week, a time to reflect on the benefits of a smoke-free life and support people to have the confidence and commitment and resources to quit smoking.Health Canada2024-01-22T10:30:00-05:00Government of Canada funding research on the health risks of microplasticshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-funding-research-on-the-health-risks-of-microplastics.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to ensuring the health and safety of Canadians which includes continuing to assess emerging risks in our environment such as plastic pollution. Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced funding of $2.1 million over four years to three academic institutions to increase research of microplastics and their potential impact on human health through the Environmental Health Research Contribution Program.Health Canada2024-01-22T10:00:00-05:00Readout from Minister of Health’s discussions with U.S. Officials on Bulk Importation of Drugshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/readout-from-minister-of-healths-discussions-with-us-officials-on-bulk-importation-of-drugs.htmlOn January 5, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the state of Florida's plan to import select Canadian prescription drugs in bulk. Since the statement issued by Health Canada last week, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, has spoken to senior U.S. officials to express Canada’s disappointment with the FDA decision and to advise that Canada will take all necessary measures to protect the Canadian drug supply.Health Canada2024-01-16T16:40:00-05:00Health Canada releases new data on cannabis use in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/health-canada-releases-new-data-on-cannabis-use-in-canada.htmlToday, Health Canada published the results of the 2023 Canadian Cannabis Survey (CCS). The data was collected from May 2 to July 20, 2023. This is the seventh cycle of the Canadian Cannabis Survey, which Health Canada has conducted every year since 2017.Health Canada2024-01-12T15:00:12-05:00Canada signs over $355 million bilateral agreement with Nova Scotia to improve health care over three yearshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/canada-signs-over-355-million-bilateral-agreement-with-nova-scotia-to-improve-health-care-over-three-years.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, the Honourable Michelle Thompson, Nova Scotia’s Minister of Health and Wellness and the Honourable Brian Comer, Minister of Addictions and Mental Health, announced a bilateral agreement of more than $355 million over the next three years, marking a crucial step in a 10-year plan for collaboration.Health Canada2024-01-10T12:25:05-05:00Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia to make important health care announcement in Halifaxhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/governments-of-canada-and-nova-scotia-to-make-important-health-care-announcement-in-halifax.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health will be in Halifax along with the Honourable Michelle Thompson, Nova Scotia Minister of Health and Wellness, and the Honourable Brian Comer, Nova Scotia’s Minister Responsible for the Office of Addictions and Mental Health to make an important health care announcement.Health Canada2024-01-09T15:00:02-05:00Statement from Health Canada on FDA decision on Florida bulk drug importation planhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/statement-from-health-canada-on-fda-decision-on-florida-bulk-drug-importation-plan.htmlOn January 5, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the state of Florida’s plan to import select Canadian prescription drugs in bulk. The Government of Canada is taking all necessary action to safeguard the drug supply and ensure Canadians have access to the prescription drugs they need and has been clear in its position: bulk importation will not provide an effective solution to the problem of high drug prices in the U.S.Health Canada2024-01-08T11:38:14-05:00Statement from the Minister of Health to mark the first Firefighter Cancer Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/statement-from-the-minister-of-health-to-mark-the-first-firefighter-cancer-awareness-month.htmlWhether facing the challenges of the unprecedented 2023 wildfire season, responding to emergencies as first responders, or risking their lives to save others, firefighters selflessly service Canadians from coast to coast to coast every single day, putting the health and safety of others before theirs.Health Canada2024-01-04T10:00:00-05:00Canada signs more than $1 billion bilateral agreement with Alberta to improve health care over three yearshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/canada-signs-more-than-1-billion-bilateral-agreement-with-alberta-to-improve-health-care-over-three-years.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Adriana LaGrange, Alberta Minister of Health, announced a bilateral agreement to invest $1.06 billion over the next three years, marking a crucial step in a 10-year plan for collaboration.Health Canada2023-12-21T11:17:10-05:00Government of Canada announces appointments to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Governing Councilhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-announces-appointments-to-the-canadian-institutes-of-health-research-governing-council.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced four new appointments as members to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Governing Council.Health Canada2023-12-21T08:45:00-05:00Governments of Canada and Alberta to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/governments-of-canada-and-alberta-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages of Canada, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health along with the Honourable Adriana LaGrange, Minister of Health for Alberta, will make an important health care announcement.Health Canada2023-12-20T15:00:00-05:00Canada signs $94 million bilateral agreement with Prince Edward Island to improve health care over three yearshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/canada-signs-94-million-bilateral-agreement-with-prince-edward-island-to-improve-health-care-over-three-years.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, and the Honourable Mark McLane, Prince Edward Island’s (PEI) Minister of Health and Wellness, announced a bilateral agreement to invest more than $94 million over the next three years, marking a crucial step in a 10-year plan for collaboration. This new funding by the Government of Canada will help accelerate efforts in PEI to improve health care access and services.Health Canada2023-12-19T12:30:00-05:00Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island to make important health care announcementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/governments-of-canada-and-prince-edward-island-to-make-important-health-care-announcement.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health along with the Honourable Mark McLane, Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island, will make an important health care announcement.Health Canada2023-12-19T08:37:00-05:00The Government of Canada announces the creation of the Canadian Drug Agencyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/the-government-of-canada-announces-the-creation-of-the-canadian-drug-agency---helping-make-canadas-drug-system-more-sustainable-and-better-prepared.htmlToday, as the next step in improving the pharmaceutical system in Canada, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced the creation of the Canadian Drug Agency (CDA).Health Canada2023-12-18T14:00:00-05:00Making dental care more affordable in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/making-dental-care-more-affordable-in-canada.htmlToday, the Government of Canada announced the details of the upcoming roll-out of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), a significant milestone for the health and well-being of people in Canada. Once fully implemented, the CDCP will help ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for up to nine million uninsured Canadian residents with an annual family income of less than $90,000.Health Canada2023-12-11T11:35:51-05:00The Canadian Dental Care Planhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/the-canadian-dental-care-plan.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to making life more affordable for Canadians. Budget 2023 outlined the Government of Canada’s plan to build a healthy future for Canadians from coast to coast to coast by investing $13 billion over five years, and $4.4 billion ongoing to implement the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). Once fully implemented, up to nine million Canadian residents with an adjusted family net income of less than $90,000 who do not have dental insurance will have access to the CDCP.Health Canada2023-12-11T10:50:49-05:00Government of Canada to make an announcement on oral health care for Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-on-oral-health-care-for-canadians.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, the Honourable Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens' Services, and the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada, will hold a press conference to make an important announcement on oral health care.Health Canada2023-12-08T12:14:51-05:00Government of Canada announces supports to improve well-being of health workers and help internationally educated health professionals enter the workforce more quicklyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-announces-supports-to-improve-well-being-of-health-workers-and-help-internationally-educated-health-professionals-enter-the-wo.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced $3.5 million over 5 years to the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) to develop a National Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being to help improve health workforce retention. This plan will bring together a diverse group of partners to identify, develop and prioritize solutions to improve the well-being of Canada’s health workers as well as provide a roadmap to develop a health care system in which care is delivered with joy, compassion and meaning.Health Canada2023-12-07T11:40:00-05:00Government of Canada announces supports to improve the well-being of health workers and help internationally educated health professionals enter the workforce more quicklyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-announces-supports-to-improve-the-well-being-of-health-workers-and-help-internationally-educated-health-professionals-enter-th.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to supporting the health workforce and is working collaboratively with partners, including provinces and territories, to improve retention and recruitment and help internationally educated health professionals put their skills and experience to work in Canada more quickly.Health Canada2023-12-07T11:30:00-05:00Government of Canada to make an announcement on supporting health workershttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-on-supporting-health-workers.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, will hold a news conference to announce supports to improve well-being of health workers and help internationally educated health professionals enter the workforce more quickly. Minister Holland will be joined by representatives of partner organizations.Health Canada2023-12-06T15:00:54-05:00Health Workforce Canada established to improve health workforce data and planninghttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/health-workforce-canada-established-to-improve-health-workforce-data-and-planning.htmlThe federal government, provinces and territories, and health care system partners recognize the need for a network that will bring together health workforce data experts to learn from each other in order to build a stronger and healthier workforce, ultimately leading to better patient care. That is why the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, welcomed the establishment of Health Workforce Canada (HWC).Health Canada2023-12-06T13:00:00-05:00Joint statement from the Minister of Health, the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change and the Minister of Indigenous Services on COP28https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/12/joint-statement-from-the-minister-of-health-the-minister-of-the-environment-and-climate-change-and-the-minister-of-indigenous-services-on-cop28.htmlAt COP28, leaders from around the world have the opportunity to discuss the importance of adapting our health systems as our climate continues to change. This aligns with the Government of Canada's plan to address the health effects of climate change and our commitment to work with other nations to safeguard the well-being of everyone.Health Canada2023-12-03T10:58:00-05:00Message from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – National Addictions Awareness Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/message-from-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health--national-addictions-awareness-week.htmlThis week is National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW), a time for Canadians to learn more about addiction and how we can support people looking for help with substance use.Health Canada2023-11-20T09:30:00-05:00Government of Canada Supports Non-profit Organization to Advance Grief Literacyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-supports-non-profit-organization-to-advance-grief-literacy.htmlMost people will experience grief, whether related to the death of someone close to them, the loss of their health and independence, or any other significant loss that is deeply felt.Health Canada2023-11-16T15:00:39-05:00Statement from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health & Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – Lung Cancer Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/statement-from-the-minister-of-health-and-the-minister-of-mental-health--addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health--lung-cancer-awareness-month.htmlNovember is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about lung cancer and the actions we can take to help prevent it and reduce the stigma associated with this disease. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer for men and women in Canada. With nearly 30,000 Canadians diagnosed every year, it is also the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canada.Health Canada2023-11-16T10:00:00-05:00Government of Canada Improves Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Serviceshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-improves-access-to-sexual-and-reproductive-health-services.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced more than $700,000 in funding from the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Fund to support projects led by the Sexual Health Nova Scotia Society and the Association of New Canadians to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services for these communities across Atlantic Canada.Health Canada2023-11-15T16:45:00-05:00Improving Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services in Atlantic Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/improving-access-to-sexual-and-reproductive-health-services-in-atlantic-canada.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced more than $700,000 in funding from the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Fund to support projects led by the Sexual Health Nova Scotia Society and the Association of New Canadians to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services for these communities across Atlantic Canada.Health Canada2023-11-15T16:45:00-05:00Message from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on National Nurse Practitioner Week November 12-18, 2023https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health-on-national-nurse-practitione.htmlOn National Nurse Practitioner Week, we recognize and celebrate the dedication of nurse practitioners (NPs) who provide essential care for us and our loved ones.Health Canada2023-11-15T10:00:00-05:00Message from the Minister of Health and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on Digital Health Week November 13-19, 2023https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health-on-digital-health-week-november-1.htmlMore than ever before, digital technologies are becoming central to the health and well-being of Canadians. This Digital Health Week, we want to recognize how digital health is transforming the delivery of care and improving health outcomes across Canada.Health Canada2023-11-14T11:00:00-05:00Message from the Minister of Health and Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – National Pain Awareness Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health--national-pain-awareness-week.htmlEveryone experiences pain from time to time, but for one in five Canadians pain is a part of their every day. This week is National Pain Awareness Week. It’s a time to raise awareness about chronic pain, the severe impact it can have on people’s lives, and the resources that are available to support those living with pain.Health Canada2023-11-06T10:10:00-05:00Message from the Minister of Health – Radon Action Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/11/message-from-the-minister-of-health--radon-action-month.htmlThis November marks the 10th anniversary of Radon Action Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness of the health risks of radon and encouraging people in Canada to take action and test their home.Health Canada2023-11-01T10:30:10-04:00Government of Canada establishes Advisory Group to help Canadians living with rare diseaseshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-establishes-advisory-group-to-help-canadians-living-with-rare-diseases.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced the creation of the Implementation Advisory Group (IAG) for drugs for rare diseases.Health Canada2023-10-30T16:15:00-04:00Health Canada announces more than $21 million to support community-based organization who are helping address harms related to substance usehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/health-canada-announces-more-than-21-million-to-support-community-based-organization-who-are-helping-address-harms-related-to-substance-use.htmlToday, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced more than $21 million in federal funding for 55 projects through Health Canada's Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP). With this funding, organizations will be able to increase access to much needed services for those who use drugs and help improve health outcomes for people who are at risk of experiencing substance-related harms.Health Canada2023-10-30T09:35:59-04:00Canadian Drugs and Substances Strategyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/canadian-drugs-and-substances-strategy.htmlThe renewed CDSS is an all-substances, public health and public safety strategy. The strategy is an iThe renewed CDSS is an all-substances, public health and public safety strategy. The strategy is an initiative in collaboration with over 15 federal government departments and agencies, with the goal to minimize substance-related harms for individuals, families, and communities.nitiative in collaboration with over 15 federal government departments and agencies, with the goal to minimize substance-related harms for individuals, families, and communities.Health Canada2023-10-30T09:35:00-04:00Government of Canada announces more than $21 million to support community-based organization who are helping address harms related to substance usehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-announces-more-than-21-million-to-support-community-based-organization-who-are-helping-address-harms-related-to-substance-use.htmlTo help support the response to the overdose crisis and address harms related to substance use and the toxic illegal drug supply, the Government of Canada has announced more than $21 million in funding for 55 community-led projects across Canada.Health Canada2023-10-30T09:35:00-04:00Government of Canada to make an announcement regarding the Canadian Drugs and Substances Strategy and the Substance Use and Addictions Programhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-the-canadian-drugs-and-substances-strategy-and-the-substance-use-and-addictions-program.htmlThe Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will announce funding under the Substance Use and Addictions Program for several projects across Canada and release a renewed Canadian Drugs and Substances Strategy (CDSS).Health Canada2023-10-27T12:00:00-04:00Government of Canada announces new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Boardhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-announces-new-appointment-to-the-patented-medicine-prices-review-board---october-25-2023-ottawa-ontario-health-canada.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB).Health Canada2023-10-25T15:22:00-04:00Message from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on Canadian Intensive Care Week — October 22-28, 2023https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health-on-canadian-intensive-care-we.htmlThis 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.Health Canada2023-10-23T15:03:00-04:00FPT Communique: Federal, Provincial, Territorial Health Ministers’ and Ministers Responsible for Mental Health and Addictionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/fpt-communique-federal-provincial-territorial-health-ministers-and-ministers-responsible-for-mental-health-and-substance-use.htmlToday, Canada's Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Health and Ministers responsible for mental health and addiction concluded a successful meeting in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. Ministers held productive discussions on shared priorities, including the health workforce, health data, mental health and addiction, and public health.Health Canada2023-10-12T16:10:00-04:00Government of Canada announces new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-announces-new-appointment-to-the-patented-medicine-prices-review-board.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB). Following a merit-based selection process, Peter Moreland-Giraldeau has been appointed to the Board for a five-year term.Health Canada2023-10-12T15:30:56-04:00Canada signs $1.2 billion bilateral agreement with British Columbia to improve health care over three yearshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/canada-signs-12-billion-bilateral-agreement-with-british-columbia-to-improve-health-care-over-three-years.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan) on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, the Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of Health of British Columbia, and the Honourable Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions of British Columbia, announced a bilateral agreement of more than $1.2 billion over the next three years, marking a crucial step in a 10-year plan for collaboration.Health Canada2023-10-10T12:47:00-04:00Message from the Minister of Health and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – World Mental Health Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health--world-mental-health-day.htmlEach and every day, Canadians across the country continue to struggle with their mental health. World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to lift up the voices of those with lived and living experience and raise awareness about the importance of caring for our mental health in Canada and abroad.Health Canada2023-10-10T11:30:23-04:00Governments of Canada and British Columbia to make important healthcare announcement in Vancouverhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/governments-of-canada-and-british-columbia-to-make-historic-healthcare-announcement-in-vancouver.htmlThe Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan) on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will be in Vancouver, B.C., to join the Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of Health for British Columbia and the Honourable Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions to make an important healthcare announcement.Health Canada2023-10-06T17:45:00-04:00Federal-Provincial-Territorial Health Ministers' Meetinghttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/federal-provincial-territorial-health-ministers-meeting.htmlA face-to-face meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Health will take place October 11 and 12, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.Health Canada2023-10-06T15:19:57-04:00Message from the Minister of Health and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – Mental Illness Awareness Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/10/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health--mental-illness-awareness-week.htmlToday marks the beginning of Mental Illness Awareness Week, an opportunity for us all to learn about mental illness, how it affects people, understand what help is available for those who struggle, and actively engage to do what we can do to reduce stigma.Health Canada2023-10-03T14:00:00-04:00Message from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/message-from-the-minister-of-health-and-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health-on-the-national-day-for-truth.htmlOn September 30, we mark Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is a time for all of us to remember the tragic history and ongoing impacts of residential schools—and to honour those who never returned home, survivors, as well as their families and communities.Health Canada2023-09-30T12:00:00-04:00Canadian Product Safety Pledgehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/canadian-product-safety-pledge.htmlYesterday, Health Canada launched the Canadian Product Safety Pledge for consumer products and cosmetics sold online. Health Canada2023-09-29T10:30:00-04:00Health Canada working with online marketplaces to protect the health and safety of Canadian consumershttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/health-canada-working-with-online-marketplaces-to-protect-the-health-and-safety-of-canadian-consumers.htmlYesterday, the Honourable Greg Fergus, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health and to the President of the Treasury Board, on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, announced the launch of the Canadian Product Safety Pledge, with Amazon Canada and eBay Canada as the first signatories to the pledge.Health Canada2023-09-29T10:30:00-04:00Health Canada Launches National Call for Proposals for the Substance Use and Addictions Programhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/health-canada-launches-national-call-for-proposals-for-the-substance-use-and-addictions-program.htmlToday, the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced the launch of the 2023 national call for proposals for Health Canada’s Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP). The deadline to submit applications is November 22, 2023Health Canada2023-09-29T09:14:00-04:00Government of Canada announces more than $4 million to help address harms related to substance use in Ottawa, Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/government-of-canada-announces-more-than-4-million-to-help-address-harms-related-to-substance-use-in-ottawa-ontario.htmlTo help support the response to the overdose crisis and address harms related to substance use and the toxic illegal drug supply, the Government of Canada has announced more than $4 million in funding for four innovative community-led projects in Ottawa, Ontario.Health Canada2023-09-29T09:10:00-04:00Government of Canada to make an important announcement on substance use and addictionshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/government-of-canada-to-make-an-important-announcement-on-substance-use-and-addictions.htmlThe Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will hold a news conference to announce funding and next steps for the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP). Health Canada2023-09-28T14:02:00-04:00Health Canada authorizes Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine targeting the Omicron XBB.1.5 subvarianthttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/health-canada-authorizes-pfizer-biontech-covid-19-vaccine-targeting-the-omicron-xbb15-subvariant.htmlHealth Canada has authorized the use of the Pfizer Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine targeting the Omicron XBB.1.5 subvariant for people six months of age and older.Health Canada2023-09-28T12:30:15-04:00Government of Canada strengthens access to sexual and reproductive services for people living with Endometriosishttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/government-of-canada-strengthens-access-to-sexual-and-reproductive-services-for-people-living-with-endometriosis.htmlthe Government of Canada announced more than $1.6 million in funding to support the projects of The Endometriosis Network Canada and the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada. Supported by Health Canada’s SRH Fund, these projects will help improve access to vital services and reduce barriers to care by developing resources for people living with endometriosis and health care providers.Health Canada2023-09-26T11:15:00-04:00Improving Access to Sexual and Reproductive Services for People Living with Endometriosishttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/improving-access-to-sexual-and-reproductive-services-for-people-living-with-endometriosis.htmlThe Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Fund was established to support a wide range of evidence-informed and innovative projects that address the pressing needs of people in Canada who are at increased risk for poorer SRH outcomes, such as members of 2SLGBTQI+ communities, Indigenous and racialized people, newcomers to Canada, women, and youth.Health Canada2023-09-26T11:15:00-04:00Government of Canada to make an announcement on funding for sexual and reproductive healthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-on-funding-for-sexual-and-reproductive-health.htmlJulie Dabrusin, Member of Parliament for Toronto-Danforth and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, will hold a news conference to announce funding to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services for people living with endometriosis.Health Canada2023-09-25T14:15:25-04:00Message from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on International Pain Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/message-from-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health-on-international-pain-awareness-month.htmlThis month was International Pain Awareness Month, a time dedicated to improving our understanding of chronic pain, an often invisible condition that affects one in five Canadians across the country. Health Canada2023-09-25T13:10:13-04:00Government of Canada Highlights Key Progress in Support of Organ Donation and Transplantationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/government-of-canada-highlights-key-progress-in-support-of-organ-donation-and-transplantation.htmlToday, during Living Donation Week, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced key milestones achieved through the Pan-Canadian Data and Performance Reporting System for Organ Donation and Transplantation (ODT) initiative that will help Canada become a world leader with respect to ODT services.Health Canada2023-09-15T10:00:00-04:00Statement from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Healthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/statement-from-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health.htmlAmendment request granted to British Columbia for the subsection 56(1) exemption from Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Law enforcement in B.C. will have the authority to seize drugs, and arrest or charge for personal possession of under 2.5 grams in certain locations frequented by children and youthHealth Canada2023-09-14T12:30:00-04:00Government of Canada Supports Improved Access to Living Organ Donation Among Marginalized Communities in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/government-of-canada-supports-improved-access-to-living-organ-donation-among-marginalized-communities-in-canada.htmlToday, during Living Donation Week, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced key milestones achieved through the Improving Access to LDKT in Ethno-racial Minority Communities in Canada (ACTION) project. The project will help improve equitable access to LDKT for patients with kidney failure from marginalized communities in British Columbia and Ontario.Health Canada2023-09-14T10:00:00-04:00Canada Releases Medical Assistance in Dying accredited training program for health professionalshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/canada-releases-medical-assistance-in-dying-accredited-training-program-for-health-professionals.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, welcomed the release of the Canadian MAiD Curriculum developed by the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers (CAMAP). This Curriculum is the first nationally accredited, bilingual MAiD education program available to licensed physicians and nurse practitioners across the country and will help achieve a safe and consistent approach to care.Health Canada2023-09-13T14:00:59-04:00Health Canada authorizes Moderna COVID-19 vaccine targeting the Omicron XBB.1.5 subvarianthttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/09/health-canada-authorizes-moderna-covid-19-vaccine-targeting-the-omicron-xbb15-subvariant.htmlHealth Canada has authorized the use of the Moderna SPIKEVAX™ COVID-19 vaccine targeting the Omicron XBB.1.5 subvariant for people six months of age and older.Health Canada2023-09-12T11:00:00-04:00