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Tabling of the fifth annual report since the coming into force of An Act to authorize the communication of personal information to the families of Indigenous children who went missing or died after being admitted to an institution
Press Release WENDAKE, QC, April 2, 2026 – The Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) and the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Health and Social Services Commission (FNQLHSSC) would…
World Health Day: Honouring First Nations teachings of health and wellness – FNHA
Apr 02, 2026 A message from Dr. Evan Adams, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Public Health, FNHA Office of the Chief Medical Officer At the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), we…
COVID-19 vaccines for eligible Albertans
Press Release Apr 02, 2026 Additional COVID-19 immunizations will be available for those at higher risk of severe illness. Starting April 7, eligible Albertans can receive an additional COVID-19 immunization…
Yukon government passes bill to allow it to halt health authority, minister says – CBC
Apr 02, 2026 Opposition motion calling on health authority board representatives to testify in legislature defeated The Yukon government has passed legislation that the health minister says gives it the…
In death, this ‘brave’ teen goalie from a First Nation in Ontario saved many lives by donating her organs – CBC
Apr 02, 2026 Anisabeth Kaiya Danis Waswa-Rae, 18, honoured in hero walk to Thunder Bay hospital’s operating room WARNING: This story references suicide. Help resources can be found at the…
4 years after getting $214M from Ottawa, Iqaluit’s new reservoir is in procurement phase – Nunatsiaq
Apr 2, 2026 Project previously estimated to start construction in 2025; update coming to council this month As the four-year anniversary of the federal government’s announcement of $214 million for…
Statement from the New Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on the Beginning of Her Term
Press Release From: Public Health Agency of Canada April 2, 2026 As I step into the role of Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), I want to acknowledge those who…
Statement from Minister Cathers on the passing of Bill No. 5, Act to amend the Health Authority Act
Press Release April 1, 2026 Minister of Health and Social Services Brad Cathers has issued the following statement: “Bill No. 5, entitled Act to amend the Health Authority Act, reflects…
Ministerial Statement: Minister Tibbs Recognizes the Vital Role of Safe Drinking Water
Press Release April 1, 2026 Speaker, I rise today to highlight the critical role that safe drinking water plays in the health and prosperity of our people and communities. Providing…
More than 600,000 people connected to primary care since 2023, over 500 U.S. health professionals hired
Press Release April 1, 2026 VICTORIA – Summary More than 600,000 people have been connected to a family doctor or nurse practitioner since 2023 Upwards of 77% of British Columbians…
