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Government of Canada announces partnership with the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences to assess fetal alcohol spectrum disorder in Canada

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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FASD is a serious public health issue linked to many complex social determinants of health.

Key Points: 
  • FASD is a serious public health issue linked to many complex social determinants of health.
  • Recent studies from Canada estimate that between 0.1% and 3% of children and youth have been diagnosed with FASD.
  • Today, the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health announced close to $950,000 for the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) to undertake a comprehensive scientific assessment on FASD.
  • This project is being funded under PHAC's Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder National Strategic Projects Fund .

Academies to assess Canada’s role in Global Health

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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OTTAWA, June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) and the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) have established an expert panel to assess Canada’s role in global health and to identify opportunities for Canada to enhance its leadership.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) and the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) have established an expert panel to assess Canada’s role in global health and to identify opportunities for Canada to enhance its leadership.
  • There are crucial questions related to Canada’s global health “footprint”: What impact has the pandemic had on Canada’s engagement in global health?
  • The expert panel will study the history of Canada’s engagement in global health, the recent period including the COVID-19 pandemic, and future opportunities for Canada’s to play a leadership role as a middle power.
  • “The timing is excellent, as we begin to emerge from the pandemic, for an independent analysis of Canada’s position and aspirations in global health,” jointly affirmed Dr. Alain Gagnon (President, Royal Society of Canada) and Dr. James (Jay) Cross (President, Canadian Academy of Health Sciences).

CAHS Releases Health Human Resources Assessment Report

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON , April 4, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) released its report on health human resources (HHR) in Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, ON , April 4, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) released its report on health human resources (HHR) in Canada.
  • The report, titled "Canada's Health Workforce: Pathways Forward", provides key findings designed to inform stakeholders (including governments).
  • The report provides evidence-informed approaches to addressing the current challenges facing the Canadian health workforce.
  • In addition, a committee led by and composed of Indigenous health leaders contributed to the overall report and authored the section on Indigenous health workforce.

Toronto Developers Contribute $6.8 Million to Create 122 New Affordable Homes

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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The designated recipient of the funds is the Toronto-based Land Trust, Community Affordable Housing Solutions ( CAHS ).

Key Points: 
  • The designated recipient of the funds is the Toronto-based Land Trust, Community Affordable Housing Solutions ( CAHS ).
  • CAHS has recently announced plans to invest the $6.8 Million received to date to create 122 new affordable homes as follows:
    Up to 40 affordable ownership units that will include two and three-bedroom units at a future community at St. Clair Ave. and Caledonia Rd.
  • We are proud to be part of a robust non-profit sector that not only builds affordable homes but is also working to ensure these homes stay affordable for decades to come.
  • In addition to the historic land trust, the developers will also provide a number of additional community benefits, including (but not limited to):
    A 56-unit affordable housing will be constructed by the developers and conveyed to the City of Toronto.

CAHS Announces Recipients of the Presidents' Award

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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"We are pleased to recognize these five outstanding individuals," said Dr. Chris Simpson, Chair of the Presidents' Award Committee.

Key Points: 
  • "We are pleased to recognize these five outstanding individuals," said Dr. Chris Simpson, Chair of the Presidents' Award Committee.
  • "It was important for CAHS to recognize their life-long contribution and dedication to public life, the healthcare system and social justice."
  • Dr. Jay Cross, CAHS President (2022-2023) thanked the recipients.
  • The five recipients of the Presidents' Award were selected to celebrate their exceptional contribution to our health care system."

Marlin Spring Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Provide 90+ Affordable Housing Units within Two Toronto Developments

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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City Council approved a Marlin Spring proposal to develop and construct a 26-storey condominium building at 316-336 Campbell Road in Toronto in the Junction Triangle neighbourhood.

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  • City Council approved a Marlin Spring proposal to develop and construct a 26-storey condominium building at 316-336 Campbell Road in Toronto in the Junction Triangle neighbourhood.
  • The building will contain approximately 315 residential units, of which 21 will be affordable rental co-ops as well as an additional 9 rental replacement units.
  • City Council also approved plans to develop and construct a multi-tower condominium development at 1978-2002 Lake Shore Blvd.
  • The 36 and 20-storey buildings will sit on top of a 5-storey podium and will provide 600+ homes, including 61 affordable rental units.

Assessment report provides key findings to support inclusion of Autistic people

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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OTTAWA, ON, May 10, 2022 /CNW/ - Today, the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) is releasing its assessment report on autism.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, May 10, 2022 /CNW/ - Today, the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) is releasing its assessment report on autism.
  • Better inclusion of Autistic people in Canadian society will have a positive impact.
  • The report's key findings focus on the needs of Autistic people and their families, and the tools needed to support their inclusion in society.
  • This report provides key findings that will support the economic and social inclusion of Autistic people in Canada."

PlantFuel begins clinical trials on its Performance Protein vs Whey Protein.

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
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****Additionally, a subset of research volunteers will be assessed for the effect of PlantFuel Performance Protein on blood essential amino acid bioavailability.

Key Points: 
  • ****Additionally, a subset of research volunteers will be assessed for the effect of PlantFuel Performance Protein on blood essential amino acid bioavailability.
  • PlantFuel's Performance Protein delivers 20g of complete, Plant Fueled protein with added vegan-fermented BCAAs as InstAminos and PeakO2 performance mushrooms.
  • We believe we have the first plant protein that can rival the whey protein market and give consumers a performance-based option that is plant-based," states PlantFuel founderBrad Pyatt.
  • "One of the initial clinical trials we're designing will compare a standard whey protein supplement head-to-head with a PlantFuel protein blend formulated with other bioactive ingredients, such as an adaptogenic mushroom blend and vegan fermented BCAAs, to bridge some gaps in standard vegan protein supplements."