Lax Kw’alaams Band: Community Notice from the Mayor and Council
Press Release The elected council takes seriously the problem of drugs an alcohol in the community. We understand the problems that stem from the abuse of these substances. We also…
My Diabetes Isn’t Making Me “Sick” So Why Should I Visit a Diabetes Education Program?
Press Release Monday, February 13, 2017 By Barb Kiely, NP, Primary Care Lead for Diabetes/Chronic Disease Management with the North East Local Health Integration Network (NE LHIN) February 13, 2017…
Canadians will have their say on the country’s Poverty Reduction Strategy
Press Release Government of Canada launches consultations and advisory committee February 13, 2017 Gatineau, Québec Employment and Social Development Canada The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, today…
Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week
Press Release Start Date: February 13, 2017 End Date: February 19, 2017 Nunavut 60 sec Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week is February 12-18. The Department of Health is reminding…
Sticker shock: Canadians projected to pay a steep price for sugary beverages
Press Release New research reveals sugary drinks will cost over 63,000 Canadian lives and billions of dollars OTTAWA, Feb. 10, 2017 – According to new research commissioned by leading health…
Ontario Creating New Community Gathering Place at Sandy Lake First Nation
Press Release Elders Hub Will Connect Community Members of All Ages February 10, 2017 Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Ontario is helping to create a new Elders Hub in…
Provincial Government Announces $140,000 for Community Addictions and Mental Health Grants
Press Release February 10, 2017 The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has announced the recipients of 2016-17 Community Addictions Prevention and Mental Health Promotion Grants. Approximately $140,000 will be provided…
Feds pledge action on relocations, treatment of Inuit tuberculosis epidemic – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Feb 9, 2017 18:37 By Kristy Kirkup THE CANADIAN PRESS IQALUIT, Nunavut _ The federal government pledged Thursday to take steps to address the painful historical memories of Inuit…
Federal government failing First Nations on drinking water promise: report
Press Release OTTAWA — The federal government will not meet its commitment to end all drinking water advisories affecting First Nations communities by 2020 without significant changes to current processes,…
Ontario Improving Access to Aboriginal Midwifery Care
Press Release Province Supporting Maternal Health and Wellness in Indigenous Communities February 9, 2017 Ontario is improving access to culturally appropriate child and maternity care for more Indigenous people across…
