Siksikaitsitapi PDD (Persons with Developmental Disabilities) Program upcoming events
Press Release February 27, 2026 Oki Siksika, The Siksikaitsitapi Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Program will be hosting 2 events for the community. There will be community interviews and the opportunity to complete the Comprehensive Quality of Life Surveys. Date: March 3, 2026 Time: 4PM – 7…
Ontario Supporting $250 Million Investment to Expand Life-Saving Medical Isotope Production at Bruce Power
Press Release February 27, 2026 Investment reinforces province’s strategic position in key sector and will strengthen Indigenous economic participation KINCARDINE — The Ontario government is providing a provincial guarantee through the Indigenous Opportunities Financing Program (IOFP) to support a $250 million investment to increase production of life-saving…
New Addictions Treatment Spaces Open in Estevan
Press Release February 27, 2026 Today, Mental Health and Addictions Minister Lori Carr announced funding for 15 new second-stage sober living treatment spaces in Estevan. The $293,000 in new annual funding to St. Joseph’s Addiction Recovery Centre supports sober living treatment provided to adults in a supportive,…
Drinking water safety update for Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Elementary School in Fort Simpson
Press Release February 26, 2026 The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has received lead testing results for Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Elementary School (LKES) in Fort Simpson. LKES testing has confirmed that two water fixtures show lead levels above the MAC. As a result, the Office of the…
Toxic drug alert: Prince George
Press Release February 26, 2026 Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses with prolonged sedation. Initial test results show high concentrations of para-fluorofentanyl (twice as strong…
Budget 2026: Investing in what matters
Press Release Feb 26, 2026 Budget 2026 is focused on what matters most: strengthening education, improving health care and supporting Alberta’s most vulnerable. Demand for classrooms, health care and social supports continues to increase. Budget 2026 responds with targeted investments to strengthen services and support Albertans at…
The Daily Friday, February 27, 2026
Press Release February 27, 2026 Gross domestic product, income and expenditure, fourth quarter 2025 Real gross domestic product declined 0.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025, after rising 0.6% in the third quarter. The fourth quarter decrease was due to withdrawals of business inventories following inventory accumulations…
Minister Gull-Masty announces $1.55 billion for Jordan’s Principle
Press Release From: Indigenous Services Canada February 26, 2026 — Ottawa, Traditional Unceded Algonquin Territory, Ontario — Indigenous Services Canada Making sure that First Nations children have equal access to the care and services they need to live healthy, happy lives is at the core of Jordan’s…
BCACC Brings Provincial Mental Health Roadshow to Four B.C. Cities in 2026
Press Release A dynamic two-day experience combining advanced trauma training, regional dialogue, and meaningful professional connection VICTORIA, BC, Feb. 26, 2026 – The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 Regional Roadshow — a province-wide initiative designed to strengthen…
South Niagara Hospital marks major milestone with beam signing celebration
Press Release Feb 25, 2026 One of the final structural beams has been signed and raised at the South Niagara Hospital, marking a major construction milestone in the $3.6-billion project that will transform healthcare delivery across Niagara. Less than three years ago, donors, elected officials and community…
Éyameth’ Health Centre officially opens through ceremony
Press Release February 25, 2026 A cold winter wind blew through the Éyameth’ Health Centre even as sunlight bathed a crowd that was electric with excitement, gathered to celebrate the long-awaited opening of the new facility. Éyameth’ (pronounced ay-em-eth) means weaving health together in the Halq’eméylem language.…
Nunatsiavut Government releases first public report from the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey
Press Release February 25, 2026 The Nunatsiavut Government is pleased to announce the release of the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS) 2022-2023 Food Report – the first public report produced from the inaugural Inuit-owned and Inuit-led national health survey. The QNIHS is being carried out across…
Public Administrator and Regional Wellness Council Chairs Meet Virtually for Health and Social Services Progress Updates
Press Release February 25, 2026 – The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority’s Public Administrator (PA) and Regional Wellness Council (RWC) Chairs met virtually on Friday, February 20, 2026, as part of their commitment to regular meetings to ensure accountability and transparency about the ongoing work to…
Drinking water safety update for Moose Kerr School in Aklavik, Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Regional High School in Fort Simpson, the Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Student Residences in Fort Simpson, and Chief Paul Niditchie School in Tsiigehtchic
Press Release The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has received lead testing results for Moose Kerr School (MKS) in Aklavik, Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Regional High School (LKRHS) in Fort Simpson, the Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Student Residences (LKSR) in Fort Simpson and Chief Paul Niditchie School (CPNS) in Tsiigehtchic.…
Live Well PEI Wellness Grants fund 37 projects
Press Release February 25, 2026 The Government of Prince Edward Island is providing more than $194,000 to support projects that promote healthier communities across the province. The 2025–2026 Live Well PEI Wellness Grant Program is funding 37 projects led by Island communities, schools, and organizations. This includes initiatives…
Caroline Wawzonek: Health Recruitment Unit
Press Release Check against delivery Mr. Speaker, today I am pleased to recognize the accomplishments of the Health Recruitment Unit and to highlight the progress being made to strengthen staffing in nursing, social work, and allied health professions across the Northwest Territories. The Health Recruitment Unit was…
Evaluation highlights efforts to reclaim end-of-life practices for First Nations in BC
Press Release February 24, 2026 An evaluation of the Indigenous End-Of-Life Guide (IEOLG) Training Program has highlighted a growing movement to reclaim, revitalize and relearn traditional end-of-life practices for First Nations in BC. The report shares key insights from the program’s first five years and outlines opportunities…
The Inaugural Annual Report on the Northwest Territories Emergency Management System is now available
Press Release February 24, 2026 The first annual report on emergency management has been released. The report provides information on improvements to the emergency management system, and summarizes activities undertaken by the NWT Emergency Management Organization (EMO), between April 2024 to December 2025. The top two identified…
Tumbler Ridge Health Centre services and expanded hours
Press Release February 24, 2026 Expanded hours at the Tumbler Ridge Health Centre will continue into the spring, as the Health Centre becomes the central location for mental health and primary care supports, including those previously being provided at other locations in the community. Effective Wednesday, February…
Province launches physical activity strategy aimed at getting New Brunswick moving
Press Release February 24, 2026 GRAND FALLS – The government has launched a strategy and action plan aimed at increasing physical activity. The focus is on encouraging movement, reducing sedentary behaviour and supporting health and quality of life across the province. “Movement is for everyone – every…

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