| Canadian Institutes of Health Research
| news releases
Strong public health systems are essential to protecting the health of Canadians by helping prevent disease, promote well-being, and reduce health inequities. By investing in research, the Government of Canada strengthens the capacity of our public health systems to address challenges such as the opioid overdose crisis, climate-related events, infectious disease outbreaks, and persistent social and economic health inequities.
| Canadian Institutes of Health Research
| backgrounders
The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), in partnership with the Fonds de la Recherche du Québec (FRQ), the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, and Michael Smith Health Research BC, is investing over $10 million to support 14 research teams across Canada. Through the Strengthening Resilient and Equitable Public Health Systems (STEPS) initiative, these teams will work over the coming years to generate actionable evidence and develop practical solutions to strengthen public health systems, improve health equity, and enhance preparedness for current and future challenges.
The Government of Canada is reinforcing its leadership in preventive health care by advancing national guidelines grounded in the highest standards of scientific rigour, transparency, and equity.
On June 8, 2026, the Department of National Defence (DND) hosted the official opening of the Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) Valcartier Research Centre (VRC) pavilion complex.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
| media advisories
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will participate in the TMX bell-ringing ceremony and deliver remarks on Canada’s life sciences sector and the key role pharma plays in building a strong economy.
The Government of Canada continues to move forward with a comprehensive approach to strengthen community safety and address firearms violence and crime.
The Government of Canada is confident in its decision to prohibit assault-style firearms because of the risk they pose to public safety. By extending the amnesty period, the Government is providing certainty to owners and businesses that they will continue to be protected from criminal liability while the Supreme Court hears the appeal and renders its decision.
