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Oysters from P.E.I. shellfish company recalled for possible salmonella contamination: CFIA – CTV
June 30, 2026 Oysters from a Prince Edward Island shellfish company are being recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. A recall of certain products from Five Star Shellfish Inc. —…
Ontario joins P.E.I. in lowering colorectal cancer screening age to 45 – CTV
July 01, 2026 TORONTO — Ontario is the second province in Canada to lower the routine colorectal cancer screening age from age 50 to 45. As of July 1, Ontarians…
mRNA vaccines proved safe and effective during COVID, review says. Cancer could be next – CBC
Global clinical trial currently evaluating mRNA-based approach to treating bladder cancer Jun 30, 2026 The billions of mRNA vaccine doses that went into arms worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic build…
New Provincial Alcohol Strategy focused on health and community safety
Press Release June 29, 2026 The Government of Prince Edward Island has released a Provincial Alcohol Strategy, taking a balanced approach to reducing alcohol‑related harms and supporting healthier, safer communities…
Standing Hearing Set for Inquest into Death of Talia Kent
Press Release June 29, 2026 A standing hearing will take place to determine who may participate in the upcoming inquest into the death of Talia Kent, 38, of Winnipeg. The…
Alectra urges customers to stay cool and conserve energy as heat and humidity build for Canada Day
Press Release MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, June 30, 2026 – With a stretch of hot, humid weather expected across Southern Ontario heading into Canada Day, Alectra Utilities is reminding residents to prioritize…
Canadians exposed to hantavirus on cruise ship complete isolation period – CBC
The rare illness was confirmed after the deaths of 3 passengers on the MV Hondius earlier this year Jun 29, 2026 All Canadians who were exposed to the Andes hantavirus…
Heat dome brings dangerous temperatures. Here’s how to stay safe – CBC
Solutions to get through an early summer heat wave Jun 30, 2026 It’s the perfect storm of two national holidays, the biggest sports event in the world and hundreds of…
1st generic semaglutide injection for weight loss approved: Health Canada – CBC
Generic semaglutide is third product OK’d in Canada, though first two were authorized to treat diabetes Jun 30, 2026 A generic semaglutide injection to promote weight loss is now approved…
Call for Members for the Nunavut Medical Registration Committee
Press Release June 29, 2026 The Nunavut Medical Registration Committee is mandated by the The Department of Health is seeking: One medical professional who is qualified to practice medicine in Nunavut, a…
