Over $86M to reduce substance-use harms and prevent overdoses Canada is facing one of the most serious public health crises in its history – the toxic illegal drug and overdose crisis. That’s why the governments of Quebec and Canada are joining forces to tackle this public health crisis, notably through prevention, harm reduction, treatment and…

October 17, 2024 | Ottawa, Ontario | Health Canada Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB). Following a merit-based selection process, Sharon Blady is appointed to the Board for a five-year term. The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly-qualified candidates to…

The government is launching call for proposals for urgent community support to help municipalities and First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities October 11, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada No community has been left untouched by the toxic drug and overdose crisis. Its tragic impacts are felt among friends, families and neighbours. Too many…

Pharmacare Act includes universal access to contraception and diabetes medications. October 10, 2024 | Ottawa, Ontario | Health Canada  Everyone in Canada deserves access to the medications they need, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay. Canadians should not have to choose between purchasing the medications that keep them healthy and putting…