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Category Archives: Health

Government of Canada Invests over $3.1 Million to Expand Virtual Health Care Services in Nunavut

July 26, 2021 | Ottawa, Ontario | Health Canada Canada’s universal, publicly funded health care systems are a source of pride in our country. The federal government is working closely with provincial and territorial partners to strengthen and adapt these systems to the challenges of delivering health care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the Honourable…

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Health Canada releases What We Heard Report from the Public Engagement on the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases

July 26, 2021 | Ottawa, Ontario | Health Canada            Too many Canadians are struggling to access the drugs they need, especially if they have a rare condition. Work continues on the national strategy to support Canadians who rely on these drugs. Today, we are releasing the What We Heard Report from the public online engagement…

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Government of Canada to announce funding to support sexual and reproductive health care information and services

Media advisory The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Health, and Jenica Atwin, Member of Parliament for Fredericton, will announce support to help make sexual and reproductive health care information and services more accessible. August 2, 2021, Fredericton, N.B. – The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Health, and Jenica Atwin, Member of Parliament for…

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Government of Canada invests in University of New Brunswick and Clinic 554 research on barriers to access abortions, and invites organizations improving access to sexual and reproductive health care to apply for federal funding

August 3, 2021  |  Fredericton, New Brunswick  |  Health Canada No matter where they live, Canadians deserve access to sexual and reproductive health services and resources. It is also critical that we support those who face the greatest barriers to accessing these services and resources, including women, youth, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, racialized Canadians and Indigenous peoples.…

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Government of Canada pauses decision on Glyphosate as it strengthens the capacity and transparency of review process for pesticides

Government starts consultations ontargeted aspects of the Pest Control Products Act. August 4, 2021 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada The controlled use of pesticides is an important tool for the agricultural sector. Prior to approval for sale in Canada, all pesticides must undergo a rigorous science-based review by Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) and meet…

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Government of Canada to announce funding to expand virtual health care services in New Brunswick

August 5, 2021, Charlo, N.B. – René Arseneault, Member of Parliament, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health will announce support to expand virtual health care services in New Brunswick. A media availability will follow the announcement. Date August 6, 2021 Time 2:30 PM (ADT) Location The event will be held in-person at:…

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