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National Veterinary Association Calls on Federal Government to Address Severe Workforce Shortage

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Health, Attention, MNP, Social change, Federation, Patient, Public, Employment, Mental health, Research, Veterinary medicine, Social Development Canada, Human, Veterinarian, CVMA, Suicidal ideation, Investment, GDP, Parliament Hill, COPS, Animal, MNP LLP, Global News, ESDC

Establishment of a National Testing Centre for Internationally Educated Veterinarians Needed

Key Points: 
  • The veterinary profession in Canada faces pressing challenges that demand immediate attention from the federal government.
  • "Given the severe workforce shortage in our profession, Canada needs a veterinary workforce enhancement program that supports expansion and innovation of clinical teaching, training, and research to develop the next generation of veterinarians in response to societal demands."
  • The workforce shortage poses a significant threat to the veterinary profession and its ability to provide quality care for its patients and clients.
  • The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association is the national and international voice for Canada's veterinarians, providing leadership and advocacy for veterinary medicine.

Mental Health Commission of Canada leads development of new program to support employers with psychological health and safety audits

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Mental health, Health, Languages of Ethiopia, Social Development Canada, Mental, Employment, Organization, OHS, PHS, DSM-IV codes, ESDC

OTTAWA, ON, March 7, 2024 /CNW/ - The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) will see the development of an innovative new program that will support Canadian employers who want to foster the psychological health and safety of their workers.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, March 7, 2024 /CNW/ - The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) will see the development of an innovative new program that will support Canadian employers who want to foster the psychological health and safety of their workers.
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is contributing approximately $820,000 over three years to support the creation of MHCC's Psychological Health and Safety Audit Program.
  • Opening Minds is working to support employers that want to implement effective strategies and programs to protect and promote the psychological health and safety (PHS) of workers.
  • Employers that are interested in participating in the audit program begin with attending on the MHCC training course on Integrating Psychological Health and Safety.

More than 1 million Canadian seniors approved for Canadian Dental Care Plan to date

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Service Canada, Caregiver, Health Canada, X-ray, Quality of life, Sun Life Financial, Social Development Canada, Government, Letter, Dental care, Parent, Health, Employment, Insurance, CDCP, Ageing, ESDC, Health insurance

OTTAWA, ON, March 6, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) recently hit a major milestone when it reached one million seniors who have been deemed eligible for dental care coverage, helping to ease financial barriers to accessing dental care.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, March 6, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) recently hit a major milestone when it reached one million seniors who have been deemed eligible for dental care coverage, helping to ease financial barriers to accessing dental care.
  • "One million people have been approved for the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
  • Since the launch of the Canadian Dental Care Plan, more than one million seniors have been approved for dental care coverage.
  • To improve dental care outcomes, the CDCP will help cover a wide range of dental care services, on the recommendation of a dental care provider.

More than 1 million seniors approved for the Canadian Dental Care Plan

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Service Canada, Parliament, STE, Caregiver, Health Canada, X-ray, Quality of life, Sun Life Financial, Supportive housing, Social Development Canada, Senior, Dental care, ESDC, Government, Life, Parent, Dignity, Health, Family, CDCP, Ageing, Employment, Health insurance

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) recently hit a major milestone when it reached one million seniors who have been approved for dental care coverage – including over 400,000 seniors in Ontario.

Key Points: 
  • The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) recently hit a major milestone when it reached one million seniors who have been approved for dental care coverage – including over 400,000 seniors in Ontario.
  • "More than one million seniors have been approved for the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
  • – The Honourable Seamus O'Regan Jr., Minister for Seniors
    "Over a million uninsured seniors are approved to join the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
  • To improve dental care outcomes, the CDCP will help cover a wide range of dental care services, on the recommendation of a dental care provider.

Government of Canada response to OPC Report on 2020 Cyber Attacks

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
CRA, Treasury Board of Canada, Privacy, SSC, GCKey, Social Development Canada, Government, Shared Services Canada, ESDC, Government revenue, COVID-19, OPC, Privacy Commissioner, Canada Revenue Agency, TBS, Employment, Medical device

The Government of Canada welcomes the Office of the Privacy Commissioner's (OPC) report of findings on the 2020 cyber attacks against the Government of Canada.

Key Points: 
  • The Government of Canada welcomes the Office of the Privacy Commissioner's (OPC) report of findings on the 2020 cyber attacks against the Government of Canada.
  • In August 2020, the government quickly responded to cyber attacks made against Employment and Social Development Canada's (ESDC) GCKey service and the Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) Authentication Management System/Credential Management System.
  • For example, the Government of Canada has proactively implemented multi-factor authentication for key online services and updated the Government of Canada Cyber Security Event Management Plan to help strengthen and coordinate efforts to prevent and respond to cyber incidents impacting the Government of Canada and its systems.
  • The Government of Canada takes the privacy rights of Canadians seriously and is continuously adopting measures to safeguard their personal information held by government institutions.

New report from the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council projects job vacancies will surpass 100,000 by 2030 as nearly one-third of agri-workforce retires

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Economic development, Social change, Ageing, The Conference Board, SWSP, Conference Board of Canada, Food, Government, Conference, TFW, Seed, HR, Employment, Automation, Agriculture, Food security, Workforce, Research, ESDC, Renewable energy

This labour market supply and demand forecast is a study conducted by The Conference Board of Canada, on behalf of CAHRC.

Key Points: 
  • This labour market supply and demand forecast is a study conducted by The Conference Board of Canada, on behalf of CAHRC.
  • CAHRC found a 15 per cent increase in job vacancies compared to the number of jobs in 2022 that could not be filled by Canadians and residents of Canada.
  • The labour market information report says temporary foreign workers (TFW) will play an important role in narrowing the domestic labour gap.
  • However, even with a projected increase in TFW employment by 2030, an estimated 20 per cent or 22,200 positions will remain vacant.

More than 400,000 Canadian seniors have been approved for dental care under the Canadian Dental Care Plan

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
ESDC, Service Canada, Family, Disability Tax Credit, X-ray, CDCP, Caregiver, Parent, Dental care, Social Development Canada, Ageing, Sun Life Financial, Government, Person, Dentistry, Quality of life, Health Canada, Employment, Health insurance

"The Canadian Dental Care Plan is already seeing significant uptake, with more than 400,000 seniors successfully applying for the plan in just the first month, all without any wait time on the phone.

Key Points: 
  • "The Canadian Dental Care Plan is already seeing significant uptake, with more than 400,000 seniors successfully applying for the plan in just the first month, all without any wait time on the phone.
  • The Canadian Dental Care Plan has already got hundreds of thousands of uninsured seniors approved for dental care, and more are joining every day.
  • By expanding applications to the Canadian Dental Care Plan, we help ensure seniors have access to the essential dental care services they deserve.
  • "Once fully deployed, the Canadian Dental Care Plan will extend to eligible Canadians of all ages whose adjusted family net income is less than $90,000.

Balram's Immigration Consultancy: Bridging Labor Gaps in the Canadian Hospitality Industry

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Pillar, LMIA, Workforce, Documentation, Employment, IRCC, ESDC, Strategic planning, Social Development Canada, HR, Immigration, RCIC, Vision, Growth

Headed by the experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) Balram Kishan, the consultancy stands as a beacon of support, offering comprehensive services designed to bridge critical labor gaps and contribute to the sustained growth of the Canadian economy.

Key Points: 
  • Headed by the experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) Balram Kishan, the consultancy stands as a beacon of support, offering comprehensive services designed to bridge critical labor gaps and contribute to the sustained growth of the Canadian economy.
  • Balram's Immigration Consultancy has positioned itself as a strategic partner for businesses in these sectors, providing tailored immigration and recruitment services that align with the unique demands of the hospitality industry.
  • By unveiling talent and expertise from around the world, Balram's Immigration Consultancy plays a vital role in elevating the capabilities of Canadian businesses.
  • Proactive Approach: A Pillar of Balram's Immigration Consultancy:
    Balram's Immigration Consultancy distinguishes itself through its proactive approach to addressing labor shortages.

Making dental care more affordable in Canada

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Monday, December 11, 2023
Dentistry, Dental care, Health Canada, Service Canada, Telephone, Tooth decay, Ageing, Risk, Person, Cardiovascular disease, Disability Tax Credit, Government, Patient, Sun Life Financial, Social Development Canada, Stroke, Health, Caregiver, ESDC, Parent, Employment, X-ray, Nursing care plan, Letter, CDCP, Health insurance

Today, the Government of Canada announced the details of the upcoming roll-out of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), a significant milestone for the health and well-being of people in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Government of Canada announced the details of the upcoming roll-out of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), a significant milestone for the health and well-being of people in Canada.
  • "The Canadian Dental Care Plan will help millions of Canadians seeking access to oral health care.
  • The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will be administered by Health Canada in collaboration with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), through Service Canada, and Sun Life.
  • The Canada Dental Benefit will continue to support families with children under the age of 12 until June 30, 2024.

Government of Canada announces supports to improve well-being of health workers and help internationally educated health professionals enter the workforce more quickly

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
Well, Medical Council, MRAS, MCC, Organization, Royal college, Federation, Physician, Workforce, Investment, Surgeon, RNS, Government, Patient, PER, Medical Council of Canada, Express Entry, ESDC, International, RCPSC, Development, Mental health, School, Workplace, National Nurses United, Face, Education, Nursing, Health

The Government of Canada will continue working with these organizations as well as other partners and provinces and territories to improve retention, increase recruitment, and advance efforts so that health workers and internationally educated health professionals can work across Canada more quickly.

Key Points: 
  • The Government of Canada will continue working with these organizations as well as other partners and provinces and territories to improve retention, increase recruitment, and advance efforts so that health workers and internationally educated health professionals can work across Canada more quickly.
  • These investments will help improve the well-being of dedicated health workers across Canada and ensure more internationally educated health professionals can put their skills and experience to work, benefitting Canadians from coast to coast to coast."
  • "Health professionals are the backbone of our health care system, but are facing many challenges affecting their own mental health.
  • These investments will help support the well-being of health workers and also improve workforce planning by helping to implement solutions that ensure internationally educated health professionals can begin working where they're needed most in Canada."