Health Canada announced new Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) milestones, noting that more than 2.3 million Ontarians are now covered and over 1.4 million have already received care. The release highlights $35 million over three years through the Oral Health Access Fund (OHAF) to support 30 projects, including seven in Ontario focused on training and … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced that close to six million Canadians are now covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and can receive the dental care they need. Michel also announced more than $35 million over three years in funding for 30 projects under the Oral Health Access Fund (OHAF). These projects will improve … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced permanent controls as of Dec. 19, 2025, for carisoprodol, a sedative drug that has been found in illegal drug markets around the world. These new regulations will ensure that law and border enforcement continue to have the tools they need to stop its illegal importation, distribution and use. Anyone found … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) marked National Addictions Awareness Week with a statement highlighting this year’s theme, “Anchoring Hope,” and emphasizing that addiction is a health issue that requires compassion and care. She noted that men and skilled trades workers experience the highest rates of opioid overdoses, pointing to federal initiatives such as … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) echoed the announcement highlighting Canada’s Climate Competitiveness Strategy in Saint-Laurent, Que. The full release is available online. Contact media@hc-sc.gc.ca. Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced the re-appointment of Dr. Robert Bell to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Governing Council. The full release is available online. Contact media@hc-sc.gc.ca.
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on National Pain Awareness Week: “The Government of Canada is advancing priorities identified by the Canadian Pain Task Force to better understand, prevent and manage chronic pain. We are supporting the development of guidance and resources for health care professionals, the establishment of the Pain Canada initiative and updated recommendations on … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health Maggie Chi (Don Valley North, Ont.) announced more than $19 million from the Emergency Treatment Fund (ETF) for 21 projects across Ontario, and more than $17 million for 13 projects across Ontario under the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP). The full release is available online. Contact media@hc-sc.gc.ca. Liberal MP Hedy … Read more
Health Canada issued a statement on the Canadian Dental Care Plan:”An error was recently discovered with respect to how income was calculated for some applicants, at the time their eligibility for CDCP was being determined. A system fix has already been implemented to correct this error. As a result, approximately one per cent of the active … Read more
Canada’s Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Health met in Calgary, Alta., for a full day of discussions focused on strengthening the health and well-being of Canadians. They discussed health challenges shared by each jurisdiction; reviewed Canada–US health relations, including the impacts of cross-border policy developments and supply chain vulnerabilities; the opioid and fentanyl crisis; healthcare workforce, including pathways for internationally … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced a $10 million investment through the Youth Mental Health Fund (YMHF) to expand Integrated Youth Services (IYS) in Alberta. IYS is an internationally recognized care model that makes it easier for young people and their families to find the help they need. The full release is available online. … Read more
