Canada News Centre2026-09-02T08:34:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-announces-13m-in-new-youth-mental-health-research-funding-opportunities.html

Young people across Canada face barriers to accessing timely, effective mental health care. To bridge the gap between research and real-world care, the Government of Canada is investing more than $13 million through the Youth Mental Health Fund to strengthen youth mental health research and support the delivery of evidence-based care across Canada.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-09-02T09:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/07/new-temporary-border-measures-in-response-to-the-ebola-disease-outbreak.html

New Temporary Border Measures in Response to the Ebola Disease Outbreak

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-07-19T10:30:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/food-inspection-agency/news/2026/07/pilot-project-to-improve-access-to-cattle-slaughter-services-in-abitibi-temiscamingue.html

Donald Martel, ministre de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec, and the Honourable Trevor Jones, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, jointly announce, in collaboration with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the upcoming launch of a pilot project aimed at improving access to slaughter services for cattle producers in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency2026-07-16T18:12:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/07/update-on-the-vaccine-impact-assistance-program.html

The Public Health Agency of Canada has further strengthened the administration of the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (VIAP) to enable quicker, more responsive information sharing and processing, in effort to better support Canadians who have experienced a serious and permanent vaccine-related injury.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-07-02T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/06/council-of-chief-medical-officers-of-health-ccmoh-position-paper-on-digital-culture-and-child-and-youth-well-being.html

The Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health released a position paper highlighting the impacts that digital culture can have on the health and well-being of children and youth.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-06-30T12:10:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-announces-new-appointments-to-the-patented-medicine-prices-review-board.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced the appointment of Peter Moreland-Giraldeau as the new Vice-Chairperson and Conor McCourt as a member of the Board to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB).

Health Canada2026-06-16T15:20:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-and-partners-invest-over-10m-to-strengthen-public-health-systems-through-research.html

Strong public health systems are essential to protecting the health of Canadians by helping prevent disease, promote well-being, and reduce health inequities. By investing in research, the Government of Canada strengthens the capacity of our public health systems to address challenges such as the opioid overdose crisis, climate-related events, infectious disease outbreaks, and persistent social and economic health inequities.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-06-10T10:00:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/06/team-grants-strengthening-resilient-and-equitable-public-health-systems-steps.html

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), in partnership with the Fonds de la Recherche du Québec (FRQ), the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, and Michael Smith Health Research BC, is investing over $10 million to support 14 research teams across Canada. Through the Strengthening Resilient and Equitable Public Health Systems (STEPS) initiative, these teams will work over the coming years to generate actionable evidence and develop practical solutions to strengthen public health systems, improve health equity, and enhance preparedness for current and future challenges.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-06-10T10:00:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-announces-appointment-to-the-canadian-centre-on-substance-use-and-addiction.html

The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced the appointment of Isabelle Fortier as a Director of the Board of Directors to the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction for a term of three years.

Health Canada2026-06-08T15:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/05/media-update-on-temporary-border-measures-in-response-to-the-ebola-disease-outbreak.html

Media Update on Temporary Border Measures in Response to the Ebola Disease Outbreak

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-05-30T19:30:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-nearly-10m-to-strengthen-partnerships-that-turn-health-research-into-action-across-canada.html

Improving health outcomes in Canada depends on strong collaboration between researchers, communities, and health system partners. Through knowledge mobilization, research findings can be shared and applied in real-world settings to strengthen healthcare policy, practice, and patient outcomes.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-05-27T12:27:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/05/dr-keith-fowke-appointed-scientific-director-of-cihr-institute-of-infection-and-immunity.html

Today, Dr. Paul Hébert, President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), announced the appointment of Dr. Keith Fowke as Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Infection and Immunity for a four-year term, effective July 1, 2026.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-05-27T11:55:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/05/canada-advances-global-and-domestic-health-priorities-at-the-79th-world-health-assembly.html

This week, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, led the Canadian delegation at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, reaffirming Canada’s commitment to strong global leadership and collaboration. The Minister underscored the importance of the investment in healthcare as an investment in the economy and in Canadians.

Health Canada2026-05-21T16:50:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/05/remarks-for-the-honourable-marjorie-michel-minister-of-healthcanadas-new-approach-on-drugs-to-save-lives-reduce-cost-and-build-the-economy.html

Remarks for the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, at IFPMA #WHA79 flagship event: #AlwaysInnovating

Health Canada2026-05-21T12:43:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-shares-results-from-third-tobacco-and-vaping-products-act-legislative-review.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, tabled the report of the third legislative review of the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) in Parliament.

Health Canada2026-05-20T13:30:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-boosts-health-research-in-canadas-north.html

People living in northern and remote communities face unique health challenges shaped by geography, climate and access to services. Strengthening health research grounded in local priorities, lived experience, and Indigenous knowledge is essential to improving health outcomes and advancing health equity across Canada.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-05-14T16:00:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/05/remarks-for-the-honourable-marjorie-michel-minister-of-health---health-and-economic-prosperity-opportunities-for-canada---cd-howe-institute.html

Remarks for the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health at the C.D. Howe Institute on Health and Economic Prosperity: Opportunities for Canada

Health Canada2026-05-04T12:40:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/04/council-of-chief-medical-officers-of-health-ccmoh-statement-to-canadians-on-vaccination.html

The Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health (CCMOH) strongly reaffirms its support for vaccination and its trust in established Canadian vaccine approval and monitoring systems.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-04-27T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/04/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-announces-renewed-mental-health-funding-for-national-team-athletes-and-coaches.html

The Government of Canada supports national team athletes and coaches with renewed mental health funding

Canadian Heritage2026-04-24T08:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-announces-additional-investment-to-support-the-canadian-critical-drug-initiative.html

Regional Innovation Ecosystems investment will support a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing facility

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-04-10T10:00:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/04/message-from-the-minister-of-health--world-health-day-2026.html

On World Health Day, we underscore our government’s commitment to ensuring all Canadians have access to high-quality, inclusive health care that is rooted in science.

Health Canada2026-04-07T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/04/statement-from-the-new-chief-public-health-officer-of-canada-on-the-beginning-of-her-term.html

Dr. Joss Reimer begins her term as Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-04-02T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/03/the-government-of-canada-is-taking-meaningful-steps-to-better-support-canadians-with-a-serious-and-permanent-injury-as-a-result-of-receiving-a-heal.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced that the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) will begin administering the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (VIAP) on April 1, 2026.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-03-31T15:30:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/03/statement-from-the-minister-of-health-and-the-minister-of-agriculture-and-agri-food-on-strychnine-in-alberta-and-saskatchewan.html

Today, to address multi-million dollars worth of damage from the recent Richardson Ground Squirrel (RGS) infestation, the Government of Canada is authorizing a time-limited and controlled emergency registration of Strychnine.

Health Canada2026-03-30T19:25:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/03/technical-briefing-on-the-launch-of-the-vaccine-impact-assistance-program.html

Public Health Agency of Canada officials will provide a technical briefing to provide details on the launch of the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-03-30T16:20:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-strengthens-oversight-and-security-for-the-handling-of-human-pathogens-and-toxins.html

Today, the Government of Canada announced that the amendments to the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) received Royal Assent.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-03-27T11:25:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-invests-3-million-to-strengthen-primary-care-research.html

While important efforts are underway to strengthen primary care across Canada, too many people in Canada still struggle to get basic health care. In 2024, 17% of Canadian adults and 11% of children and youth did not have access to a regular health care provider. This increases pressure on emergency departments and contributes to inequities in health outcomes across the country.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-03-24T13:15:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/03/primary-care-research-and-innovation-a-cihr-hec-partnership.html

Primary care is recognized as the foundation of a high-performing health care system, but many Canadians lack access to a regular primary care provider. In 2024, 17% of Canadian adults and 11% of children and youth did not have access to a regular health care provider.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-03-24T13:15:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-announces-reappointment-to-the-canadian-institutes-of-health-research-governing-council.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced the reappointment of Dr. Paul J. Allison to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Governing Council.

Health Canada2026-03-18T16:15:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/03/health-canada-acts-to-strengthen-controls-on-fentanyl-precursor-chemicals.html

That why, today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced permanent controls for five fentanyl precursor chemicals under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA).

Health Canada2026-03-11T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/03/message-from-the-minister-of-health--black-mental-health-week-2026.html

Black Mental Health Week gives us an opportunity to come together and reflect on the importance of amplifying Black voices and focusing on Black mental wellness.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-03-02T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-and-partners-invest-over-41m-to-advance-cancer-prevention-research-and-improve-early-detection.html

Cancer touches nearly every family in Canada. It is the leading cause of death in the country, and it is estimated to cost the health care system, patients, and families nearly $37.7 billion every year—from hospital care and medications to lost wages, reduced productivity, and out-of-pocket expenses. Yet up to 40% of cancer cases could be prevented through changes in lifestyle and environmental factors—a powerful reminder that prevention strategies, alongside early detection and research, can save lives and reduce the burden of cancer.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-02-26T13:00:51-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/02/team-grants-bringing-biology-to-cancer-prevention.html

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research and its partners, the Terry Fox Research Institute, the Canadian Cancer Society, the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development, the Cancer Research Society and BioCanRx, are investing more than $41 million to support 19 research teams that will work over the next five years to develop and share new approaches that advance cancer prevention, reduce cancer risk, and improve early detection for some of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in Canada and the world.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-02-26T13:00:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-to-announce-major-investment-in-cancer-prevention-research.html

February 25, 2026 – Toronto, Ontario – The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will announce the results of a major cancer prevention research funding initiative led by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research in partnership with the Terry Fox Research Institute, the Canadian Cancer Society, the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development, the Cancer Research Society, and BioCanRx.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-02-25T13:16:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-appoints-dr-joss-reimer-as-chief-public-health-officer.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced the appointment of Dr. Joss Reimer as Canada’s next Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), for a three-year term, effective April 1, 2026.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-02-20T10:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2025/12/minister-ali-highlights-budget-investments-to-building-major-infrastructure-for-the-21st-century.html

Minister Ali highlights budget investments to building major infrastructure for the 21st Century

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2026-01-30T15:37:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/01/minister-michel-highlights-the-new-canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit.html

Today, the Minister of Health, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, visited La Moisson - Supermarché Santé to highlight how the government is working to put more money back in the pockets of those most affected by the rising price of food, and to tackle food insecurity, across a range of fronts.

Health Canada2026-01-30T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-announces-the-new-chairperson-of-the-patented-medicine-prices-review-board.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announces the new Chairperson of the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board.

Health Canada2026-01-29T16:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2025/12/minister-ali-to-highlight-federal-budget-investments-in-building-major-infrastructure.html

Minister Ali to highlight federal budget investments in building major infrastructure

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2026-01-29T15:02:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/01/minister-michel-in-sainte-therese-qc-to-highlight-affordability-measures.html

The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will discuss the Government of Canada’s plan to build a stronger economy and make life more affordable for Canadians.

Health Canada2026-01-29T13:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-announces-appointments-to-the-canadian-centre-on-substance-use-and-addiction-board-of-directors.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced 3 appointments to the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) Board of Directors.

Health Canada2025-12-17T16:00:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/12/competition-bureau-obtains-a-court-order-to-advance-investigation-into-well-healths-acquisition-of-healwell.html

Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Health’s acquisition of HEALWELL December 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-12-10T11:48:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-strengthens-access-to-oral-health-care-in-ontario.html

Today, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury highlighted the $2.6 million in funding for Cambrian College to develop Northeastern Ontario’s first Level II dental assisting program.

Health Canada2025-12-05T11:50:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2025/11/dr-mary-jung-appointed-scientific-director-of-cihr-institute-of-nutrition-metabolism-and-diabetes.html

Dr. Mary Jung appointed Scientific Director of CIHR Institute of Nutrition, Metabolism and Diabetes

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2025-11-24T12:00:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-acts-to-permanently-control-sedative-drug-linked-to-illegal-drug-markets.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced permanent controls as of December 19, 2025, for carisoprodol, a sedative drug that has been found in illegal drug markets around the world.

Health Canada2025-11-19T10:30:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-announces-the-re-appointment-of-dr-robert-bell-to-the-canadian-institutes-of-health-research-governing-council.html

The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced the re-appointment of Dr. Robert Bell to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Governing Council.

Health Canada2025-11-10T15:30:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/10/statement-by-health-canada-on-the-canadian-dental-care-plan.html

Today Health Canada issued the following statement: The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has significantly improved affordability and access to dental care for millions of Canadians across the country. We are committed to ensuring that publicly funded programs such as the CDCP are administered with integrity, in accordance with the eligibility criteria and with responsible stewardship of public funds.

Health Canada2025-10-21T15:00:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2025/09/pandemic-research-platforms.html

The Government of Canada is investing nearly $20 million through the CIHR Centre for Research on Pandemic Preparedness and Health Emergencies and partners to support seven research platforms. These platforms will strengthen Canada’s capacity to detect, monitor, and respond to emerging infectious diseases, while addressing the social, behavioural, and health system challenges that arise during pandemics and other health emergencies.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2025-09-23T14:18:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2025/09/government-of-canada-invests-in-research-to-strengthen-pandemic-preparedness-and-response.html

As we begin respiratory infectious diseases season, the Government of Canada is investing in critical research infrastructure to ensure that public health and immunization programs are as effective as they can be in protecting the health of Canadians and that Canada is ready for future pandemics and public health emergencies.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2025-09-23T10:00:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/09/joint-statement-by-the-secretary-of-state-sport-and-the-minister-of-health-to-mark-concussion-awareness-week-2025.html

The Government of Canada is committed to improving safety and ensuring that sport, recreation, and physical activity are safer for everyone

Canadian Heritage2025-09-21T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2025/07/government-of-canada-and-partners-invest-448-million-to-support-healthy-brain-aging.html

The world’s dementia research community will gather next week at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Toronto. At this global event, scientists, medical specialists, caregivers, advocates, and people with lived experience from Canada and abroad will discuss dementia science and how to improve the prevention, treatment, and care for dementia, a condition that, as of 2022-23, affects almost 487,000 Canadians aged 65 and older—and more than 57 million people worldwide.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2025-07-26T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2025/07/dr-rae-yeung-appointed-scientific-director-of-cihr-institute-of-musculoskeletal-health-and-arthritis.html

Today, Dr. Paul Hébert, President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), announced that Dr. Rae Yeung has been appointed Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis (CIHR-IMHA) for a term of four years, starting October 1, 2025.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2025-07-14T11:00:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2025/03/world-leading-expert-in-youth-substance-use-and-mental-health-appointed-cihr-scientific-director.html

Today, Dr. Paul Hébert, President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), announced that Dr. Patricia Conrod, one of the world’s leading experts in youth substance use and mental health, has been appointed Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction for a term of four years, starting July 1, 2025.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2025-03-13T11:00:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-will-make-an-important-health-care-announcement-in-prince-edward-island.html

Government of Canada will make an important health care announcement in Prince Edward Island

Health Canada2025-03-06T14:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-commits-10-million-in-support-for-canada-gairdner-awards.html

Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced $10 million in additional funding to the Gairdner Foundation through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). This new investment, provided in Budget 2024, will be used to increase the value of Gairdner’s flagship prize, the Canada Gairdner International Award, from $100,000 to $250,000. Five of these awards are given annually to outstanding biomedical scientists whose unique scientific contributions have increased the understanding of human biology and disease.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2025-03-05T13:28:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/03/statement-from-the-minister-of-health.html

The Minister of Health made a statement announcing a temporary pause of the work of the Canadian Task Force on Preventative Health Care.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-03-04T11:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/02/improving-access-to-mental-health-services-for-black-canadians.html

Today the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced the first recipients of the of the Promoting Health Equity: Mental Health of Black Canadians Fund.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-02-24T13:41:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/02/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-about-improving-access-to-mental-health-services-for-black-canadians.html

The Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will make an announcement about improving access to mental health services for Black Canadians.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-02-21T11:57:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/02/government-of-canada-purchases-avian-influenza-vaccine-to-protect-individuals-most-at-risk.html

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and its partners are focused on keeping people and animals in Canada safe and ensuring Canada is ready for any potential health threats. This includes taking proactive measures to protect the health of people in Canada by authorizing and securing the supply of a human vaccine against avian influenza as part of our readiness and potential use, as needed, based on risk conditions.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-02-19T12:00:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/02/government-of-canada-provides-17-million-to-improve-access-to-sexual-and-reproductive-health-services.html

The Minister of Health announced over $1.7 million in funding to support projects that will improve access to vital sexual and reproductive services and reduce barriers to care for underserved communities.

Health Canada2025-02-13T16:00:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/01/government-of-canada-and-nova-scotia-increase-investment-in-provinces-community-mental-health-supports.html

Today, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced an additional $2 million in federal funding for the Government of Nova Scotia and for Maggie’s Place: A Resource Centre for Families Association, to strengthen community mental health supports.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-01-31T08:42:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/01/governments-of-canada-and-nova-scotia-to-announce-community-mental-health-funding.html

The Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Federal Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, and the Honourable Brian Comer, Nova Scotia’s Minister of Addictions and Mental Health, will make an announcement to improve community mental health supports in Nova Scotia.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-01-30T12:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/11/improving-health-outcomes-for-people-at-risk-of-substance-related-harms-and-overdose.html

Today, Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced $3.5 million to Regional Essential Access to Connected Healthcare (REACH) Niagara for their project Transitions Into Comprehensive Care (TICC).

Health Canada2024-11-22T13:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2024/11/launch-of-public-consultation-to-help-modernize-the-development-of-preventive-health-care-guidelines-in-canada.html

The External Expert Review (EER) public consultation opens for organizations and members of the public to contribute to the review. The EER Panel is inviting input on a number of areas, including the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care structure, mandate and guideline development process. The EER Panel will accept written submissions from November 21 to December 21, 2024.

Public Health Agency of Canada2024-11-21T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/11/minister-holland-to-take-part-in-the-canada-healthcare-innovation-summit-2024.html

The Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, will deliver opening remarks and take part in a fireside chat with Dr. Joss Reimer, President of the Canadian Medical Association, to discuss the current challenges and future directions of healthcare in Canada at the Canada Healthcare Innovation Summit 2024.

Health Canada2024-11-20T15:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/11/government-of-canada-invests-in-research-on-avian-influenza-ah5n1.html

Avian influenza A(H5N1), commonly known as bird flu, is a viral disease that is typically transmitted between wild birds and poultry but can spread to other birds and mammals. Based on current evidence in Canada, the risk to the general public remains low at this time. Human infection with avian influenza is rare and usually occurs after close contact with infected birds or contaminated environments. To date, there has been no evidence of sustained person-to-person spread of the virus in any of the cases identified globally.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-11-14T17:24:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2024/10/remarks-by-the-deputy-prime-minister-on-protecting-reproductive-freedom-and-covering-essential-health-care-costs.html

Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister on protecting reproductive freedom and covering essential health care costs

Department of Finance Canada2024-10-31T14:12:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2024/10/minister-valdez-announces-agreement-to-deliver-health-innovations-to-first-nations-communities.html

The federal government is committed to helping small and medium-sized businesses bring their innovations to life from coast to coast to coast and ensuring that people can benefit from their creative ideas and solutions.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2024-10-30T13:48:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/10/health-system-impact-fellows-work-to-bring-changes-to-our-health-systems.html

Canadians deserve access to high-quality health care. To achieve this, improvements often begin with research that examines how health care services are organized, regulated, managed, financed, and delivered.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-10-29T10:00:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/10/national-womens-health-research-initiative--translational-and-implementation-science-grants.html

The National Women's Health Research Initiative (NWHRI), a joint initiative between the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and Women and Gender Equality Canada, was announced as part of the 2021 federal budget to advance a coordinated research program that addresses under-researched and high-priority areas of women's health and to ensure new evidence improves women's, girls’, and gender-diverse people's care and health outcomes. The initiative aims to ensure that all people in Canada navigating the health system have access to gender-sensitive, culturally appropriate, trauma-informed, non-stigmatizing, evidence-based, high-quality health care throughout their lives.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-10-21T16:06:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/10/finding-solutions-for-women-and-gender-diverse-peoples-top-health-priorities.html

For decades, the health of women and gender diverse people has been under-researched, leading to disparities in health outcomes, gaps in access to care and too many instances of mis- and under-diagnosis. The National Women’s Health Research Initiative (NWHRI), led by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and supported by Women and Gender Equality Canada, has been working to change that, with a focus on evidence-based solutions that will directly improve women’s and gender diverse people’s access to and experience within the health care system.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-10-21T11:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/10/government-of-canada-announces-new-appointment-to-the-patented-medicine-prices-review-board.html

Today, 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, Sharon Blady is appointed to the Board for a five-year term.

Health Canada2024-10-17T16:45:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/10/government-of-canada-renews-historic-funding-for-indigenous-health-research-from-coast-to-coast-to-coast.html

Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced an investment of $37.6 million over five years, through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, for the renewal of the Network Environments for Indigenous Health Research (NEIHR).

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-10-09T12:53:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2024/10/opening-statement-to-the-standing-senate-committee-on-official-languages-digital-health-care-market-study.html

In July 2020, the Bureau launched a market study of the health care sector in Canada, focusing on how to support digital health services through policies that promote competition. These policies can drive innovation, increase choice and expand access to digital health services across the country.

Competition Bureau Canada2024-10-08T11:14:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/10/dr-chelsea-gabel-appointed-scientific-director-of-cihr-institute-of-indigenous-peoples-health.html

Today, Dr. Tammy Clifford, Acting President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, announced that Dr. Chelsea Gabel has been appointed Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Indigenous Peoples’ Health (IIPH) for a term of four years, effective October 1, 2024. This appointment is the result of a consultative approach with national Indigenous organizations, Indigenous and non-Indigenous health experts, and an Advisory Circle grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-10-01T14:00:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2024/09/statement-from-dr-theresa-tam-chief-public-health-officer-of-canada-and-dr-mary-jane-ireland-chief-veterinary-officer-for-canada-on-the-release-of-.html

Today, we are pleased to announce the release of the Pan-Canadian Action Plan (PCAP) on Antimicrobial Resistance Year 1 Progress Report. The report provides an overview of the activities underway and milestones we have reached with our federal, provincial and territorial partners during the first year of the Pan-Canadian Action Plan.

Public Health Agency of Canada2024-09-26T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/09/closing-the-gap-two-national-networks-secure-10m-in-funding-for-womens-heart-and-brain-health-research.html

Women experience distinct heart disease and stroke symptoms and risk factors that remain under-researched and misunderstood. With these new investments, we’re closing the gap and moving toward a future where all women receive the high-quality heart and brain health care they need.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-09-23T10:00:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/09/research-networks-of-excellence-in-womens-heart-and-brain-health.html

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s Institute of Gender and Health and partners, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (Heart & Stroke) and Brain Canada, are supporting two new Research Networks of Excellence in Women’s Heart and Brain Health with a total investment of $10M divided equally between the two. These networks will enable cutting-edge, intersectional and interdisciplinary research that addresses the most urgent research questions and significant gaps in practice for women’s heart and brain health.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-09-23T10:00:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/09/statement-by-minister-qualtrough-to-mark-concussion-awareness-week.html

The Government of Canada is committed to improving safety and ensuring that sport, recreation and physical activity are safer for everyone

Canadian Heritage2024-09-23T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/09/canada-and-eu-launch-health-policy-dialogue-to-advance-health-priorities.html

EU and Canada Launch Health Policy Dialogue to Advance Health Priorities

Health Canada2024-09-09T12:40:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2024/08/government-of-canada-recognizes-dr-frances-gertrude-mcgill-as-a-person-of-national-historic-significance.html

Dr. Frances Gertrude McGill played a leading role in the advancement of public health and forensic science in Saskatchewan and contributed to the development of both fields.

Parks Canada2024-09-05T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/08/government-of-canada-invests-in-14-new-clinical-trials-to-support-canadas-response-to-major-health-threats-and-bolster-the-life-sciences-sector.html

To make sure health products in Canada are safe and effective, they must first be evaluated through clinical trials. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Canadian-led clinical trials to advance the development of new treatments and tools with the potential to save lives, improve health outcomes, and strengthen Canada’s capacity for future innovation.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-08-13T11:22:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/08/cihr-clinical-trials-projects--second-round-of-funding.html

Through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Clinical Trials Fund, the Government of Canada is investing $43.1M in 14 new clinical trials projects.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-08-13T11:22:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/07/nine-research-teams-to-tackle-new-and-existing-threats-to-lung-health.html

The air we breathe has a significant impact on the health and wellness of people in Canada and around the world. Lung health can be affected by many factors such as cigarette smoking, e-cigarettes, cannabis inhalation, viral infections, and environmental influences like wildfires and air pollution.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-07-18T09:17:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/07/team-grants-in-lung-health.html

Through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Team Grants in Lung Health, the Government of Canada and partners are investing $19.3M in nine new research projects to address existing and future threats to lung health.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-07-18T09:17:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/07/backgrounder--supporting-canadas-health-workers-by-improving-health-workforce-research-planning-and-data.html

Health workers are the backbone of the Canadian health care system, yet they continue to face increased workloads and responsibilities. Now more than ever, there is a need to improve health workforce planning and advance research to better support health workers.

Canadian Heritage2024-07-11T15:24:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/07/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-supporting-canadas-health-workers.html

Government of Canada to make an announcement supporting Canada's health workers

Canadian Heritage2024-07-10T15:59:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2024/07/eligible-canadians-will-now-have-access-to-more-oral-health-providers.html

The Government of Canada opens up simplified process for all dental care providers to provide care to CDCP members

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2024-07-09T14:32:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2024/06/helping-communities-prevent-and-reduce-substance-use-related-harms-among-youth.html

Today, the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced more than $3.1 million under the Youth Substance Use Prevention Program (YSUPP) to reduce substance use-related harms among young people in communities across Canada.

Public Health Agency of Canada2024-06-26T10:45:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2024/06/support-for-projects-helping-communities-to-prevent-and-reduce-substance-use-related-harms-among-youth.html

To help support the response to the toxic illegal drug supply and overdose crisis, and address harms related to substance use, the Government of Canada has announced over $3.1 million in funding for community-based projects to address the root causes of substance use and prevent harms among young people.

Public Health Agency of Canada2024-06-26T10:40:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2024/06/government-of-canada-to-make-an-important-announcement-to-help-reduce-substance-use-related-harms-among-young-people-in-their-communities.html

The Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health will make an announcement under the Youth Substance Use Prevention Program (YSUPP) to reduce substance use-related harms among young people in their communities.

Public Health Agency of Canada2024-06-25T15:55:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/06/governments-of-canada-and-nunavut-invest-in-new-research-unit-that-will-address-the-health-care-priorities-of-nunavummiut.html

Patients, their families, caregivers, and communities are in the best position to know what’s important to them when receiving health care – and that’s why patient-oriented research and care is so vital. It allows the perspectives and lived experience of patients to inform research creating better health care for people in Canada.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-06-20T14:00:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2024/06/government-of-canada-signs-agreement-in-principle-with-government-of-quebec-for-transfer-of-asticou-centre-to-develop-future-centre-hospitalier-aff.html

Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced that the Government of Canada has signed an agreement-in-principle to move ahead with the transfer of the Asticou Centre.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2024-06-19T14:25:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/06/government-of-canada-invests-in-national-coordination-and-indigenous-led-research-on-effective-substance-use-interventions.html

Research plays a crucial role in understanding the complexities of substance use, guiding effective interventions, and ultimately saving lives. That’s why we must leverage Canada’s exceptional research talent and expertise to ensure our substance use health interventions, services, and policies are effective, equitable, and evidence-informed.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-06-11T10:00:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/06/the-government-of-canada-introduces-the-connected-care-for-canadians-act-improving-patients-safety-and-access-to-their-health-information.html

Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, introduced Bill C-72 the Connected Care for Canadians Act.

Health Canada2024-06-06T10:35:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/06/minister-holland-to-make-announcement-on-an-act-respecting-the-interoperability-of-health-information-technology-and-to-prohibit-data-blocking-by-h.html

The Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, will make an announcement regarding An Act respecting the interoperability of health information technology and to prohibit data blocking by health information technology vendors.

Health Canada2024-06-05T13:20:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/06/strengthening-and-expanding-integrated-youth-service-networks-across-canada.html

Younger Canadians are facing unique challenges right now, grappling with the effects of war and conflict, climate change, and a rising cost of living. Their mental health needs are complex, and our response needs to mirror that reality. We have an opportunity to listen to our youth and work with them to create better mental health resources and wellness supports right in their communities.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-06-03T10:00:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/06/integrated-youth-services-network-of-networks.html

The Government of Canada is committed to helping youth access the mental health care they need, where and when they need it. That is why it is providing up to $59 million to the Integrated Youth Services Network of Networks, or IYS-Net. This initiative will link together a web of provincial, territorial, and Indigenous networks to create a learning health system, where research evidence, data, and youths’ lived experiences are used to inform processes, policies, and practices to improve services.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-06-03T10:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2024/05/celebrating-excellence-in-canadian-research-announcing-recipients-of-the-vanier-canada-graduate-scholarships-and-the-banting-postdoctoral-fellowships.html

Doctoral students and post-doctoral researchers are the future leaders of innovation and research excellence in Canada. Tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges, their discoveries will strengthen the economy of the future, boost productivity, and enhance the health and quality of life of Canadians.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2024-05-29T10:10:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/05/moving-forward-on-pharmacare-for-canadians.html

Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, alongside the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, reiterated the Government of Canada’s commitment to make essential and preventive medications more accessible and more affordable.

Health Canada2024-05-24T12:20:53-04:00