The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has introduced temporary border measures under the Quarantine Act to reduce the risk of introduction and spread of Ebola disease in Canada. These measures are in effect from May 30 at 23:59 p.m. EDT until Aug. 29. The temporary border measures are out of an abundance of caution, … Read more
The Government of Canada intends to suspend immigration documents for residents of countries that have a high or very high risk of outbreak of Ebola disease for the next 90 days beginning May 27, 23:59 EDT. At this time, this includes the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan. This will mean that … Read more
Liberal MP Sonia Sidhu (Brampton South, Ont.) announced the two Grand Prize Winners of the Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Challenge: Kinvia and the Black Creek Community Health Centre. Both projects demonstrated innovation and long-term potential to support people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Each winner received $1.25 million in funding to continue scaling … Read more
On May 16, 2026, the British Columbia Provincial Health Officer reported that one of the four high risk individuals who was self-isolating and being monitored for symptoms has tested presumptive positive for Andes hantavirus. The person was transported to hospital for assessment and care on May 14 along with their spouse who also has mild … Read more
Public Health Agency of Canada released an update on the Andes hantavirus situation. On May 10, four Canadian passengers arrived safely in British Columbia. At several points on their return to Canada including on arrival, public health assessments took place, and the individuals were transferred to dedicated accommodations to complete a self-isolation period. All four … Read more
The Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health (CCMOH) strongly reaffirms its support for vaccination and its trust in established Canadian vaccine approval and monitoring systems. Immunization remains one of the most effective tools for safeguarding health and preventing disease. Access to clear, transparent and trustworthy health information, including about possible but rare side-effects, is … Read more
Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Joss Reimer issued a statement: “As I step into the role of Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), I want to acknowledge those who work every day to improve the health of people in Canada. I look forward to working with partners across governments, Indigenous communities, health professionals, researchers, community organizations … Read more
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
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: “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