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NUPGE welcomes mental illness corrections report
‘We hope that the federal government acts on this report. In particular, we hope it implements the recommendations to help provincial correctional facilities and psychiatric hospitals.’ – James Clancy. Ottawa…
Canadian Lung Association: Canadians Still Smoking Around Kids
New study shows that many Canadians do not understand the impact of smoking on the development of lung disease for themselves or those exposed to second hand smoke December 13,…
Welfare design outdated, counterproductive
For release December 13, 2010 Welfare design outdated, counterproductive More effective solutions exist says new National Council of Welfare report OTTAWA, ONTARIO, December 13, 2010 – A new report from…
Health Council of Canada Announces New Chair and Councillors
Toronto, Dec. 10 – The Health Council of Canada welcomes Dr. Jack Kitts as Council Chair, effective December 1, 2010. Dr. Kitts is President and CEO of The Ottawa Hospital,…
Nunavut Premier and HSS Minister commit to a plan to end family violence
December 9, 2010 Iqaluit, Nunavut Premier Eva Aariak and the Honourable Tagak Curley today released the following statement: “The Government of Nunavut is committed to supporting strong, vital communities in…
Wellness Resources Connect Current Health Practices with Inuit Traditional Knowledge
Ottawa, December 9, 2010 – In partnership with Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI) and Inuit Elder and healer Meeka Arnakaq, the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse (CCSA) today released a four-part series…
2010 Quality and Innovation Awards honour significant contributions to the delivery of cancer care
Toronto, Dec. 8 – The Cancer Quality Council of Ontario, Cancer Care Ontario, and the Ontario Division of the Canadian Cancer Society today announced the winners of the 2010 Quality…
Special Report – Reporting of Critical Injuries and Deaths to the Representative for Children and Youth
December 2010 Purpose of this Special Report This Special Report1 was sparked by a recent incident in which the Representative was advised through the media and by family members that…
Forum participants commit to significant actions on wellness
December 3, 2010 Alberta pledges over $20 million for wellness programs in schools and communities Edmonton… The Action on Wellness Forum wrapped up Dec. 3 with significant pledges to wellness…
Winnipeg Housing and Homelessness Initiative Celebrates 37 New Affordable Housing Units for Families and People with Disabilities
December 3, 2010 Winnipeg, Manitoba – The Governments of Canada and Manitoba, and the City of Winnipeg today announced $10.7 million in funding for Place La Charette, a new affordable…
