Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett (Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont.) met with Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership members and local housing providers to highlight Budget 2022 investments for making housing more affordable. Bennett stated “The COVID-19 pandemic has exasperated mental health, problematic substance use and highlighted the urgent need for … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) visited the Maison Simons Campus to highlight Budget 2022 and the importance of a clean economy. Duclos stated “Budget 2022 focuses on investing in a clean economy, which will help us adapt to climate change and create a cleaner environment. Our adaptation strategies focus on smart climate investments. This … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) announced the launch of a Call for Proposals for projects under the Addressing Racism and Discrimination in Canada’s Health System Program, a new program aimed at combating racism and discrimination with a view to improving equitable access to health services for racialized and marginalized populations. Supported by $13 million in … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) issued a statement: “April is Oral Health Month, which is a perfect opportunity to remind ourselves that the health of our teeth and gums can affect our overall health and well-being. Oral health is just as important as healthy eating, being active, and not using tobacco when it comes … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett (Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont.) issued a statement on the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade: “Our government recognizes the challenges faced by Black Canadians and is taking steps … Read more
Health Canada authorized a submission from Héma-Québec to change their source plasma donor screening criteria. The decision will enable Héma-Québec to move away from the current three-month plasma donor deferral period for all sexually active men who have sex with men, and to instead screen all source plasma donors, regardless of gender or sexuality, for … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett (Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont.) issued a statement: “This National Poison Prevention Week, we would like to remind Canadians that many items found in our homes can be poisonous, causing serious harm if not used, stored, or … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett (Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont.) issued a statement to Mark International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: “The Government of Canada recognizes that systemic racism, resulting from long-standing oppressive and discriminatory practices, remains embedded in Canada’s … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) launched the discussion document Further Strengthening Protection of Health and the Environment: Targeted Review of the Pest Control Products Act , and an online public consultation. The discussion document and consultations are seeking the ideas and input of Canadians and stakeholders on how the PMRA can transform its work in the following areas: … Read more
The Government of Canada strives to protect the health of Canadians from nicotine addiction and tobacco use. To support this, the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) was amended in 2018, with a focus on preventing uptake by youth and those who do not use tobacco products. Canadians are encouraged to consult Health Canada’s TVPA Discussion Paper and submit … Read more
