Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.), Dr. Joss Reimer, Chief Public Health Officer, Minister of Indigenous Services Mandy Gull-Masty (Abitibi–Baie-James–Nunavik–Eeyou, Que.), and Kevin Brosseau, Canada’s Fentanyl Czar, highlighted the cross-federal government’s actions over the past year to address this national public health crisis: Initiatives like the National Wastewater Drug Surveillance dashboard, the Drug Analysis … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced the appointment of Isabelle Fortier as a Director of the Board of Directors to the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) for a term of three years. The full release is available online. Contact alexandre.bergeron@hc-sc.gc.ca.
On June 3, Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) tabled the National Strategy for Eye Care in Parliament. This national strategy is the first of its kind in Canada to outline a shared plan for all levels of government and partners to improve access to eye care services and information, prevent vision loss, and … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mona Fortier (Ottawa—Vanier—Gloucester, Ont.) announced over $1.6 million in funding for an Oral Health Access Fund (OHAF) project at Collège La Cité in Ottawa to improve access to oral health care for targeted populations within the Francophone community. The full release is available online. Contact alexandre.bergeron@hc-sc.gc.ca. Minister of Health … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement: “Ahead of World No Tobacco Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting Canadians from the harms of tobacco and nicotine products, and making informed decision about their health. This year’s theme, Unmasking the Appeal – Countering Tobacco and Nicotine Addiction, speaks to product design and appeal. … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced the launch of the Canadian Drug Analysis Centre (CDAC). This investment will transform Canada’s drug testing capacity by creating new specialized laboratories in Toronto and Vancouver with advanced analytical capabilities. By strengthening laboratory analysis, the CDAC will help generate new and innovative intelligence to support ongoing efforts … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) led the Canadian delegation at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, Switzerland. While there, Michel announced that the federal government is providing $131 million, over five years, to support provinces, territories, and, in turn, the pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance as part of a shared objective of improving access to affordable … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement: “Clinical trials are essential to delivering the next generation of treatments and improving lives. They give Canadians access to cutting-edge therapies while strengthening our health system and economy. Canada ranks third worldwide, representing four percent of global activity. We are building on this strong foundation … Read more
On National Child and Youth Mental Health Day, Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced $30.3 million in support of 21 projects through the Youth Mental Health Fund. This investment will help more young people access inclusive, community-based mental health supports across Canada. The full release is available online. Contact guillaume.bertrand@hc-sc.gc.ca.
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced new temporary controls under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act for three substances that are at risk of entering the illegal drug supply. The new controls come into force on June 5, 2026, for a period of one year. The substances to be controlled are two synthetic opioids, spirobrorphine and … Read more
