Press Release OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 17, 2024 – The First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA) is pleased to announce its 12th Annual National Conference, taking place from November 5-7, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta, on Treaty 7 Territory. As one of the largest gatherings of First Nations health…

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COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinic in Iqaluit

Press Release October 17, 2024 Winter is all about layers and the Department of Health is encouraging Nunavummiut to layer up and get vaccinated! Protect yourself, your family and your community from COVID-19 and the flu by getting vaccinated. Starting today, Iqaluit Public Health (located at Building…

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89% of Canadians Want Help Spotting Fake News(1), ScienceUpFirst Presents “Together Against Misinformation” Week

Press Release OTTAWA, Ontario, Oct. 17, 2024  — In an era inundated with inaccurate and misleading information, ScienceUpFirst, an initiative of the Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC), is empowering Canadians with its “Together Against Misinformation” week. ScienceUpFirst along with its collective of independent scientists, researchers, health…

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First Indigenous Hospice in Canada Announced

Press Release OHSWEKEN, ON – The Ontario government is investing up to $1.25 million to support the construction of Six Nations of the Grand River’s new five-bed hospice which will help Indigenous people and their loved ones connect to comfortable, culturally appropriate and dignified end-of-life care, close…

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Patients with language barriers at higher risk of experiencing unintended hospital harm

Press Release October 17, 2024 The latest report from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), Improving patient safety and quality of care: Applying an equity lens to hospital harm, sheds light on patient groups that may be more likely to experience unintended harms during hospital stays…

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Islanders encouraged to get their free flu and COVID-19 vaccines this fall

Press Release October 17, 2024 With respiratory illness season approaching, Islanders are urged to protect themselves and those around them by getting vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Vaccination is a proven way to reduce the spread of these illnesses and keep communities healthy. “Vaccines continue to…

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MEMOTEXT Partners with Kids Help Phone to Launch “Resources Around Me”

Press Release Toronto, ON, October 17, 2024 – MEMOTEXT is proud to announce its collaboration with Kids Help Phone (KHP) supporting the development and launch of “Resources Around Me,” Canada’s only national digital platform designed to connect youth with trusted mental health and wellbeing services. This innovative tool…

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Celebrating the ceremonial opening of Ne’ata’q Place, a shelter for Indigenous women and children in Newfoundland

Press Release From: Indigenous Services Canada October 17, 2024 — Stephenville, Newfoundland & Labrador — Indigenous Services Canada and Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s Network Today marked the ceremonial opening of Ne’ata’q Place, a shelter for Indigenous women and children in Newfoundland. An initiative of the Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s…

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The 2024-2025 Winter Wellness Grants are now open!

Press Release October 16, 2024 The grant applications are open until Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 4 p.m. The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is excited to announce another cycle of Winter Wellness Grants (WWG). This year, the theme of the grants and the selection process will…

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Community Veterinary Outreach receives $40,00 grant to improve access to veterinary care in Indigenous communities with support from PetSmart Canada

Press Release October 15th, 2024 – Ottawa – Community Veterinary Outreach (CVO) has received an innovative $40,000 grant from PetSmart Charities of Canada. This grant will address challenges in accessing veterinary care for underserved communities and their pets through a “One Health” model of care. By offering…

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Boil Water Advisory lifted for Rankin Inlet

Press Release October 16, 2024 The Department of Health advises residents of Rankin Inlet that the boil water advisory is lifted. Contact Pierre Essoh Communications Specialist Department of Health 867-975-5712 HEAComms@gov.nu.ca IHT5…

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Indigenous communities and partners unite to bridge gaps in healthcare through PATHWAYS initiative

Press Release Burlington, ON (October 16, 2024) – In a concerted effort to address critical unmet healthcare needs within Indigenous communities, Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd., Bimaadzwin and Indigenous health policy leaders across Canada, share the reach of its PATHWAYS—Indigenous Health Collaborations—pilot projects. Focused on improving access to…

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Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on leadership change at the Yukon Hospital Corporation

Press Release Oct 15, 2024 Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “Today we mark an important moment as the Yukon Hospital Corporation begins to transition its leadership. At the end of October, Jason Bilsky will be departing the Yukon Hospital…

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Cervical and lung cancer screening programs expanding and innovating across Canada, Canadian Partnership Against Cancer’s new reports show

Press Release October 15, 2024 Report data provide comprehensive overview of these cancer screening programs across all provinces and territories in Canada. The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (the Partnership) has released updated environmental scan reports of lung, cervical, colorectal and breast cancer screening programs in Canada. The…

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The Daily Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Press Release Monthly Survey of Manufacturing, August 2024 Total manufacturing sales declined 1.3% in August, largely on lower sales of primary metals as well as petroleum and coal products. The declines were partially offset by higher production of aerospace products and parts. Continue reading Health Reports, October…

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Leading primary care into the future

Press Release Oct 15, 2024 Alberta’s government is taking action to refocus the health care system so that every Albertan has access to a primary health care provider and timely, high-quality primary health care, no matter where they live. Alberta’s new primary care provincial health agency, Primary…

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eCampusOntario Launches Digital Campus Canada

Press Release In a groundbreaking development for higher education in Canada, eCampusOntario has officially launched Digital Campus Canada, a comprehensive suite of value-added services designed to support Digital Transformation (Dx) for postsecondary institutions. Digital Transformation (Dx) is the use of digital technologies and pedagogies, informed by research…

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FANS Winter 2025 application deadline

Press Release October 15, 2024 Do you need financial support to reach your post-secondary education goals? Financial Assistance for Nunavut Students (FANS) provides support to eligible Nunavummiut attending designated post-secondary institutions and programs.  New and returning students must apply for FANS funding each academic year. If you…

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R E P E A T — Early Days – The MNBAQ invites you to witness 200 years of Indigenous artistic creation.

Press Release Oct 15, 2024 QUÉBEC, Sept. 25, 2024 – Explore a vast panorama celebrating more than 50 artists from 13 nations spanning Canada from coast to coast through 110 works, ranging from past traditions to contemporary practices. The works from the McMichael Canadian Art Collection in…

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