Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Provides Update on Independent Workplace Investigation
Press Release In March of this year, an AMC staff member lodged a workplace misconduct complaint against Grand Chief Arlen Dumas. Upon receiving the complaint, an independent workplace investigation was immediately launched to confidentially consider the complaint and review Arlen Dumas’ conduct. The confidential independent investigation report…
Public Health Advisory for Aklavik Region, Fort Good Hope Region, Inuvik Region, Norman Wells – Tulita Region, and South Delta Region
Press Release Environment Canada issued a heat warning for the communities of Aklavik Region Fort Good Hope Region, Inuvik Region, Norman Wells – Tulita Region and South Delta Region (including Ft. McPherson and Tsiigehtchic). Temperatures will be reaching at least 29 degrees Celsius on July 2nd with…
Requirement for COVID-19 isolation and masks extended until July 14th; All Islanders over 12 years of age are recommended to get a booster dose regardless of vaccine status
Press Release Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, announced that Prince Edward Island’s legal order requiring seven days of isolation of positive cases of COVID-19 (10 days of isolation for immune compromised cases) and masks in high risk settings, including long-term care, community care homes and…
NS Government: COVID-19 Weekly Data Report for June 30, 2022
Press Release June 30, 2022 Nova Scotia is reporting 1,491 new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19, 28 hospitalizations and four deaths during the seven-day period ending June 27. The number of new PCR-positive tests has increased slightly compared to the previous reporting period; however, long-term care outbreaks, hospital…
MSVU: Compassion in health care reduces health inequality for 2SLGBTQ+ people
Press Release June 28, 2022 Compassion is more than being nice and can be viewed in many different ways. Philosophers, religious leaders and scientists from different parts of the world have all discussed the meanings of compassion within their own contexts. It can be described as a…
Nine Total Active COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in the James & Hudson Bay Region
Press Release June 29, 2022 To our community members: We can confirm there are nine (9) total active COVID-19 cases in our region. Please see the community case breakdown below: Community Active Cases Attawapiskat 3 Fort Albany 6 Kashechewan 0* Moose Factory 0* Moosonee 0 Peawanuck 0*…
Inshore Rescue Boat station in Rankin Inlet opens for the season
Press Release From: Canadian Coast Guard June 29, 2022 Yellowknife, Northwest Territories – The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat station in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut is now open for the season. The station is crewed by Indigenous members hired and trained by the Canadian Coast Guard under Canada’s…
Government of Canada announces $2.1 million to enhance search and rescue capabilities for people living with dementia
Press Release From: Public Safety Canada June 29, 2022 Ottawa, Ontario The number of people with dementia who go missing is steadily increasing across the country and delays in locating them can result in tragic outcomes. Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council…
Canada and the Gwich’in Tribal Council move forward on Gwich’in Wellness Camp renovation
Press Release From: Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada Support line for those affected by missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people For immediate emotional assistance, call 1-844-413-6649. You can also access long-term health support services such as mental health counselling, community-based emotional support, cultural services,…
New investment in patient-oriented research in Saskatchewan
Press Release From: Canadian Institutes of Health Research News release June 29, 2022 – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – Canadian Institutes of Health Research Patients, their families, and caregivers are best placed to know what is important and what is not when receiving health care services. That’s why patient-oriented…
MCA Reports Five New Positive PCR/Rapid Cases of COVID-19
Press Release June 28, 2022 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports five (5) positive cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community as of June 27, 2022. Current COVID-19 Statistics for the Northern Portion of Akwesasne: Current Positive Cases: 5 Total COVID-Related…
Province Advises of Additional Actions to Help Prevent the Spread of Chronic Wasting Disease
Press Release June 28, 2022 Manitoba Natural Resources and Northern Development is advising of additional management actions to help prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). CWD is an incurable, fatal disease that affects members of the deer family (cervids) including white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk,…
NT Government: Updates to COVID-19 Reporting and Services
Press Release June 28, 2022 Starting July 1, 2022, the 8-1-1 Call Centre and COVID-19 Dashboard will no longer be available. Following the end of all NWT COVID-19 Public Health Orders on April 1, the demand for these services has substantially decreased. COVID-19 infections in the Northwest…
Government of Canada Invests More than $3 Million to Support Canadians Living in Elders Homes in Nunavut
Press Release From: Health Canada June 28, 2022 As we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, we must address the existing challenges that were made worse for many people in Canada, including those living in long-term care (LTC) homes. Over the last two years, we have seen gaps…
Government of Canada Improves Sexual and Reproductive Health Services for LGBTQ2 Communities
Press Release From: Health Canada June 28, 2022 The Government of Canada firmly believes that everyone should have access to safe and consistent sexual and reproductive health services. To do so, we are committed to removing barriers to access that continue to exist from coast to coast…
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 On First Nations reserves, as of June 27 Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is aware of
Press Release Cases in First Nations on reserve On First Nations reserves, as of June 27 Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is aware of: the following cumulative reported numbers 110,651 confirmed positive COVID-19 3,394 hospitalizations 109,396 recovered cases 742 deaths the current reported active number of cases: 513 Cases by region Case numbers…
Health Canada announces members of the new Science Advisory Committee on Pest Control Products
Press Release From: Health Canada The panel will provide independent scientific advice to Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency. June 27, 2022 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada The Government of Canada takes pesticide safety very seriously, and it is working to ensure an open and inclusive process…
Daisy Mason Wellness Fund recipient announced
Press Release 27/06/2022 On Friday, June 24, the Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard, on behalf of the Daisy Mason Wellness Fund Advisory Committee, presented this year’s award to Nyla Klugie-Migwans. A member of the Selkirk First Nation, Nyla is planning to organize an event on the land…
MKO Continues to Be Concerned for the Safety of Indigenous Women Using Taxis in the City of Winnipeg
Press Release Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is issuing this statement to express ongoing concerns for the safety of Indigenous women who need to use taxis in the City of Winnipeg. “Today we are issuing yet another warning for Indigenous women…
Guidance for Honouring the Land and Ancestors Through Land Acknowledgements
Press Release As part of its programming for National Indigenous History Month, CAMH has released a new resource for those looking to better understand the meaning behind land acknowledgements, and how to develop and deliver them with purpose and intention. Guidance for Honouring the Land and Ancestors…