Statement from the New Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on the Beginning of Her Term
| Public Health Agency of Canada | statements
Dr. Joss Reimer begins her term as Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer.
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The Government of Canada is taking meaningful steps to better support Canadians with a serious and permanent injury as a result of receiving a Health Canada authorized vaccine
| Public Health Agency of Canada | news releases
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced that the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) will begin administering the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (VIAP) on April 1, 2026.
Technical briefing on the launch of the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program
| Public Health Agency of Canada | media advisories
Public Health Agency of Canada officials will provide a technical briefing to provide details on the launch of the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program.
Government of Canada strengthens oversight and security for the handling of human pathogens and toxins
| Public Health Agency of Canada | news releases
Today, the Government of Canada announced that the amendments to the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) received Royal Assent.
Joint Statement from the Acting Chief Public Health Officer of Canada and the Chief Medical Officer of Public Health for Indigenous Services Canada on World Tuberculosis Day
| Public Health Agency of Canada | statements
Today, the Acting Chief Public Health Officer of Canada and the Chief Medical Officer of Public Health for Indigenous Services Canada issued a joint statement for World Tuberculosis Day
Message from the Minister of Health, Secretary of State (Sport) and Secretary of State (Seniors) – Brain Health Awareness Month and Brain Awareness Week
| Public Health Agency of Canada | statements
Brain Health Awareness Month and Brain Awareness Week highlight the importance of protecting and strengthening our body's most vital organ.
Statement from the Minister of Health on International Women's Day
| Public Health Agency of Canada | statements
Minister Michel issues a statement to mark International Women’s Day, celebrating the achievements of women and ongoing work toward equality.
Message from the Minister of Health – Black Mental Health Week 2026
| Public Health Agency of Canada | statements
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.
Government of Canada appoints Dr. Joss Reimer as Chief Public Health Officer
| Public Health Agency of Canada | news releases
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced the appointment of Dr. Joss Reimer as Canada’s next Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), for a three-year term, effective April 1, 2026.
Government of Canada funds six community-based dementia projects
| Public Health Agency of Canada | backgrounders
Projects funded under the Dementia Community Investment (DCI) provide tailored interventions and supports for people living with dementia, including those with young-onset dementia; those who live in rural/remote and ethnocultural communities; as well as members of Indigenous populations.