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Former homeless man donates $10K to Ontario shelter that supported him – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Jun 6, 2017 By Liam Casey THE CANADIAN PRESS An Ontario man who was homeless for years has donated $10,000 to a shelter that supported him after receiving compensation…
Nunavut struggles to care for elders closer to home – CBC
MLA questions why elders are being sent out-of-territory for care Jun 05, 2017 Rankin Inlet MLAs are calling on the premier and health minister to find solutions to care for…
Two years later, reconciliation must include access for proper health coverage for indigenous peoples – The Hill Times
With the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program from Health Canada, some 824,033 indigenous peoples are eligible for coverage, however, the coverage is limited compared to the insurance provided to veterans.…
New report highlights gaps between province’s poorest and most affluent schools – Thestar.com
Ontario schools report more focus on Indigenous learning and programs, advocacy group People for Education finds. June 5, 2017 Equity has become a buzz word in education, with Ontario boards…
Nunavik public health says region’s TB numbers are stable – NunatsiaqOnline
June 05, 2017 Health department developing new TB prevention campaign KUUJJUAQ—Nunavik public health care officials say they believe they’ve stemmed a small outbreak of tuberculosis in Nunavik’s largest community. Late…
New YMCA Possible At Walpole Island – Blackburn News
Jun 02, 2017 A feasibility study will determine whether a YMCA operated community Health, Recreation and Fitness Centre will be built at an expanded Walpole Island Arena. Y Vice President…
Air pollution results in 7,700 premature deaths in Canada each year: report – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Jun 1, 2017 By Mia Rabson THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA _ Air pollution cost Canadian families an estimated $36 billion in 2015 due to premature death and illness, a…
Alberta announces $30M increase, new panel to battle rise in opioid deaths – CP
Source: The Canadian Press May 31, 2017 13:13 EDMONTON _ Alberta is spending an additional $30 million and striking a panel to co-ordinate its response to an opioid addictions crisis. Associate Health Minister Brandy…
Calgary police host new addictions clinic for city’s homeless – Calgary – CBC
Goal is to help clients access treatment and avoid jail time May 31, 2017 A new mental health and addictions treatment clinic designed to meet the needs of Calgary’s homeless…
Indigenous babies in Quebec hospitalized at higher rates, study finds – The Globe and Mail
First Nations and Inuit babies are hospitalized 100 per cent more often during their first year, compared with non-Indigenous infants in the province of Quebec, according to a new study…
