Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement: “At this time, there are 63,835 active cases across the country. The latest national-level data indicate daily averages of 5,335 new cases (Nov 20-26) and 75,666 people tested daily, with 7.6 per cent testing positive (Nov 15-21). Both community transmission and outbreaks are … Read more
Health Minister Patty Hajdu (Thunder Bay-Superior North, Ont.) and National Defence Minister Harjit S. Sajjan (Vancouver South, B.C.) announced that Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin and other general officers and staff of the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence are assisting the government’s efforts to obtain COVID-19 vaccines and to provide the vaccine to every Canadian. Fortin is being named Vice President Logistics and … Read more
Health Minister Patty Hajdu (Thunder Bay-Superior North, Ont.) announced $6.5 million funding over 16 months for Peel Public Health to establish a safe, voluntary isolation site. This site will help Canadians in the Region of Peel who have COVID-19 or have been exposed to it have accessible accommodations to keep themselves and their community safe. This … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement: “At this time, there are 57,435 active cases across the country. The latest national-level data indicate daily averages of 5,139 new cases (Nov 18-24) and 75,666 people tested daily, with 7.6 per cent testing positive (Nov 15-21). Both community transmission and outbreaks are … Read more
Health Minister Patty Hajdu (Thunder Bay-Superior North, Ont.) announced more than $1.1 million to support two initiatives aimed at preventing child maltreatment. The Child Welfare League of Canada is receiving funding to provide guidance, training and resources to equip child welfare workers, service providers and alternative caregivers across Canada to effectively prevent and respond safely to … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement: “At this time, there are 53,907 active cases across the country. The latest national-level data indicate daily averages of 4,739 new cases (Nov 13-19) and over 58,400 people daily, with 6.6 per cent testing positive (Nov 8-14). Both community transmission and outbreaks are … Read more
Chief Public Health Officer of Canada Dr. Theresa Tam issued a statement: “Antimicrobial resistance is a growing public health threat in Canada and worldwide,” she said. “World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, from November 18-24, provides us with an opportunity to learn about the important actions we can take to maintain the effectiveness of antimicrobial drugs that … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement: “At this time, there are 51,602 active cases across the country. The latest national-level data indicate daily averages of 4,788 new cases (Nov 12-18) and over 58,400 people daily, with 6.6 per cent testing positive (Nov 8-14). Both community transmission and outbreaks are … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement: “At this time, there are 51,230 active cases across the country. The latest national-level data indicate daily averages of 4,776 new cases (Nov 6-12) and over 58,400 are tested people daily, with 6.6 per cent testing positive (Nov 8-14). Both community transmission and … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement: “At this time, there are 49,723 active cases across the country. The latest national-level data indicate daily averages of 4,348 new cases (Nov 6-12) and 54,668 people tested, with 5.8 per cent testing positive (Nov 1-7). Outbreaks continue to contribute to COVID-19 spread … Read more
