Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced that the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) will begin administering the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (VIAP) on April 1, 2026. Previously known as the Vaccine Injury Support Program and delivered by a third-party administrator, the VIAP will continue to provide financial support to people vaccinated in Canada … Read more
The Government of Canada announced that the amendments to the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) received Royal Assent. These amendments are key to modernizing and strengthening biosecurity oversight for scientific research and maintaining Canada’s ability to rapidly respond to emerging threats. The amendments will: provide flexibility by adding provisions related to remote technologies access to containment … Read more
Acting Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Natasha Crowcroft and Chief Medical Officer of Public Health at Indigenous Services Canada Dr. Tom Wong issued a statement on World Tuberculosis Day: “Canada continues to work towards TB elimination by investing in research initiatives and community-led projects in sectors such as housing, food insecurity, social determinants of health, prevention, testing and outbreak response, … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement: “On International Women’s Day, or International Women’s Rights Day in Québec, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women and girls in every sphere of life. The 2026 theme, “Give To Gain,” highlights how together, we can advance the health, well-being, and success of women and … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement: “Black Mental Health Week gives us an opportunity to come together and reflect on the importance of amplifying Black voices and focusing on Black mental wellness. Empowering Canadians also means to make sure Black Canadians have access to the care they need. Black Canadians face … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced the appointment of Dr. Joss Reimer as Canada’s next Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), for a three-year term, effective April 1, 2026. The full release is available online. Contact emmanuelle.ducharme@hc-sc.gc.ca.
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced over $4.7 million in funding to six new projects to support community-based organizations devoted to improving the health and wellbeing of people with dementia and their caregivers, and to furthering knowledge about this disease, and its risk and protective factors. The full release is available online. Contact emmanuelle.ducharme@hc-sc.gc.ca.
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) announced that the federal government will invest up to $120.2 million over the next two years to support the continued operations of the 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline, a critical service for Canadians in distress. The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) will continue to coordinate and operate the … Read more
The Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health issued a statement: “The illegal drug crisis is one of the most serious public health crises our country has ever faced. There have been too many lives lost and too many communities impacted. Today’s data release provides a picture of substance-related deaths and harms in the previous 12 months. … Read more
Minister of Health Marjorie Michel (Papineau, Que.) and Minister of Indigenous Services Mandy Gull-Masty (Abitibi–Baie-James–Nunavik–Eeyou, Que.) issued a statement: “Dec. 1 is World AIDS Day and also marks the start of Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week. On this day, people around the world unite in solidarity with those living with HIV and remember those who lost their life to … Read more
