Minister of Health

The Government of Canada announces biomanufacturing and life sciences strategy

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

The Government of Canada has already invested over $1.2billion to rebuild Canada's vaccine, therapeutics and biomanufacturing capacity right here at home.

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  • The Government of Canada has already invested over $1.2billion to rebuild Canada's vaccine, therapeutics and biomanufacturing capacity right here at home.
  • As Canadians begin to look towards a post-pandemic future, the Government of Canada continues to build resiliency in Canada's biomanufacturing and life sciences sector as part of the government's recovery plan.
  • Today, the Honourable Franois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, launched the Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy.
  • The Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy is driven by two objectives: to grow a strong, competitive domestic life sciences sector, with cutting-edge biomanufacturing capabilities, while creating good jobs for Canadians, and to make sure Canada is prepared for pandemics and other health emergencies in the future.

Statement from the Minister of Health on the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Network Report

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

OTTAWA, ON, July 20, 2021 /CNW/ - The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, today issued the following statement.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, July 20, 2021 /CNW/ - The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, today issued the following statement.
  • The antimicrobial (AMR) Network recently released its final report, Strengthening Governance of the Antimicrobial Resistance Response Across One Health in Canada.
  • The AMR Network was funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) to explore governance models that unite diverse stakeholders in this important work.
  • Antimicrobial resistance is a complex global challenge, and this report will help all parties move toward a One Health approach to tackle this universal issue.

Government of Canada is investing nearly $7.5 million to support the health of people who use substances across Canada

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Friday, July 16, 2021

Tragically, many jurisdictions across Canada have reported significant increases in overdose deaths and related harms since the onset of the pandemic.

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  • Tragically, many jurisdictions across Canada have reported significant increases in overdose deaths and related harms since the onset of the pandemic.
  • Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, announced nearly $7.5 million for 13 projects across Canada toincrease the number of skilled health and social workers available to help people who use substances.
  • Together, these projects will help ensure Canadians who use substances have access to appropriate, timely and effective care during the pandemic and beyond.
  • The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that all Canadians, including people who use substance, have the supports they need to live a healthier life.

Panel delivers final report on independent review of Global Public Health Intelligence Network

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Monday, July 12, 2021

OTTAWA, ON, July 12, 2021 /CNW/ - In November 2020 , the Minister of Health announced an independent panel would pursue the review of the Public Health Agency of Canada's (PHAC) Global Public Health Intelligence Network (GPHIN).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, July 12, 2021 /CNW/ - In November 2020 , the Minister of Health announced an independent panel would pursue the review of the Public Health Agency of Canada's (PHAC) Global Public Health Intelligence Network (GPHIN).
  • The final report from this review offers recommendations to preparefor future health events and improvepublic health surveillance tools at PHAC.
  • "This independent review was initiatedto identify what changes are required to keep Canada well positioned to detect and respond to future public health events.
  • The panel members, Margaret Bloodworth, Dr. Mylaine Breton and Dr. Paul Gully, were selected based on their expertise in public health, governance, health security and intelligence.

Minister Schulte and Minister Hajdu announce the appointment of three new members to the National Seniors Council

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Friday, April 9, 2021

Today, the Minister of Seniors, Deb Schulte, and the Minister of Health, Patty Hajdu, announced the appointment of three new members to the National Seniors Council (NSC).

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  • Today, the Minister of Seniors, Deb Schulte, and the Minister of Health, Patty Hajdu, announced the appointment of three new members to the National Seniors Council (NSC).
  • With the reappointment of James O'Neil Hamilton for one year, all positions on the National Seniors Council have been filled.
  • "I value the advice provided by the National Seniors Council on the best way to serve seniors and support our aging population.
  • They are appointed by the Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Minister of Seniors and the Minister of Health.

Independent panel to review Global Public Health Surveillance System

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020

OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 18, 2020 /CNW/ - Canada's response to the COVID-19 pandemic is guided by science, and one of the tools used to inform decisions is the Public Health Agency of Canada's Global Public Health Intelligence Network (GPHIN), an early warning system for potential public health threats worldwide.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 18, 2020 /CNW/ - Canada's response to the COVID-19 pandemic is guided by science, and one of the tools used to inform decisions is the Public Health Agency of Canada's Global Public Health Intelligence Network (GPHIN), an early warning system for potential public health threats worldwide.
  • However, in light of concerns expressed about this system, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, today announced the independent panel that will pursue the review of the Global Public Health Intelligence Network.
  • Selected based on their expertise in public health, governance, health security and intelligence, Margaret Bloodworth, Dr. Paul Gully and Dr. Mylaine Breton will conduct a review of GPHIN's current effectiveness, its contribution to public health intelligence domestically and internationally, and its role in informing the Public Health Agency of Canada's early response to COVID-19.
  • This review will help determine what kind of changes are required to ensure this global public health surveillance system serves Canadians well.

The Prime Minister announces changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service

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Monday, September 21, 2020

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 21, 2020 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 21, 2020 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service:
    Kristina Namiesniowski, currently President of the Public Health Agency of Canada, becomes Senior Official at the Privy Council Office, effective September 28, 2020.
  • Iain Stewart, currently President of the National Research Council of Canada, becomes President of the Public Health Agency of Canada, effective September 28, 2020.
  • Sony Perron, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Indigenous Services, becomes Executive Vice-President of Shared Services Canada, effective September 28, 2020.
  • Valerie Gideon, currently Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, First Nations and Inuit Health Branch, Indigenous Services Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Indigenous Services, effective September 28, 2020.

Government of Canada and Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek celebrate Grand Opening of new Health Centre

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Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Today, on behalf of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Superior North and Chief Joe Ladouceur from Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek (BNA) celebrate and announce the grand opening of the community's new Health Centre.

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  • Today, on behalf of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Superior North and Chief Joe Ladouceur from Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek (BNA) celebrate and announce the grand opening of the community's new Health Centre.
  • "Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek is proud to announce the opening of our new Health Centre.
  • "Congratulations to Chief Ladouceur and Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek First Nation on the grand opening of your new Health Centre.
  • "Congratulations to Chief Ladouceur and Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek on the grand opening of the community's new Health Centre.

The Government of Canada is investing to safely restart the economy, while protecting the health of Canadians

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Monday, July 27, 2020

THUNDER BAY, ON, July 27, 2020 /CNW/ -All levels of government are working in close collaboration to keep Canadians safe as we gradually restart our economy.

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  • THUNDER BAY, ON, July 27, 2020 /CNW/ -All levels of government are working in close collaboration to keep Canadians safe as we gradually restart our economy.
  • Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, provided more details on this funding provided by the federal government to support health priorities and address Canadians' immediate needs.
  • The Government of Canada will provide $4.28 billion to further expand testing and contact tracing capacity, and the associated data management and information sharing systems.
  • "As we see an increase in cases in several parts of the country, our work continues with all levels of government to protect Canadians.

Government of Canada Launches Action Plan on Post-Traumatic Stress Injuries

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Monday, April 8, 2019

The Action Plan was developed based on consultations with public safety organizations, other levels of government, academia, union representatives, mental health professionals and non-governmental organizations.

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  • The Action Plan was developed based on consultations with public safety organizations, other levels of government, academia, union representatives, mental health professionals and non-governmental organizations.
  • "We must do a better job of addressing post-traumatic stress injuries and the mental wellness of public safety officers.
  • - The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Health
    "The Paramedic Chiefs of Canada (PCC) is highly appreciative and applauds the Government of Canada for the commitment that has led to the development of this critically important Action Plan on Post Traumatic Stress Injuries (PTSI).
  • "The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) is grateful to the Government of Canada and to Ministers Goodale and Petitpas Taylor for today's announcement of an Action Plan on Post-Traumatic Stress Injuries.