Responding to urgent substance use and addictions needs across Ontario
Press Release From: Health Canada March 2, 2026 Communities in Canada continue to experience disproportionate harms due to the toxic drug supply, alongside intersecting challenges related to addiction, mental health…
Life of Keegan Combes remembered with artwork at Chilliwack General Hospital
Press Release The people had gathered in the lobby of Chilliwack General Hospital, many embracing with the happiness that comes with seeing familiar faces. But joy faded as speakers began…
Honouring Métis Health through Trauma-Informed and Culturally Safe Care
Press Release Feb 27, 2026 Honouring Métis Health through Trauma-Informed and Culturally Safe Care. That was the theme of the 2026 Métis National Health Policy Forum. President Andrea Sandmaier, Secretary…
RNAO and Guidelines International Network form partnership to honour Traditional Knowledge in guideline development
Press Release March 2, 2026 The Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) and the Guidelines International Network (GIN) are launching the GIN Indigenous Communities Working Group to promote health equity…
Superheroes among us: Breaking the silence on polycystic kidney disease
Superheroes among us: Breaking the silence on polycystic kidney disease One man’s journey from diagnosis to advocacy and how the PKD Foundation of Canada is inspiring a stronger, more connected…
Siksikaitsitapi PDD (Persons with Developmental Disabilities) Program upcoming events
Press Release February 27, 2026 Oki Siksika, The Siksikaitsitapi Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Program will be hosting 2 events for the community. There will be community interviews and the…
New Addictions Treatment Spaces Open in Estevan
Press Release February 27, 2026 Today, Mental Health and Addictions Minister Lori Carr announced funding for 15 new second-stage sober living treatment spaces in Estevan. The $293,000 in new annual…
Drinking water safety update for Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Elementary School in Fort Simpson
Press Release February 26, 2026 The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has received lead testing results for Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Elementary School (LKES) in Fort Simpson. LKES testing has confirmed…
Toxic drug alert: Prince George
Press Release February 26, 2026 Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked…
BCACC Brings Provincial Mental Health Roadshow to Four B.C. Cities in 2026
Press Release A dynamic two-day experience combining advanced trauma training, regional dialogue, and meaningful professional connection VICTORIA, BC, Feb. 26, 2026 – The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) is…
