17 h. ago Canadians ‘strongly’ urged to get measles vaccine by public health officials before travelling

'Measles is very contagious and can cause serious illness, with complications including pneumonia, deafness, brain inflammation, and, in severe cases, death,' says Dr. Theresa Tam

Science

40 h. ago Dean Regier: Canada must step up as the global leader in pandemic preparedness

Opinion: The U.S. retreat from public health creates an urgent gap, and Canada must fill it. We must strengthen our ability to develop and produce vaccines and treatments at home

Politics

45 h. ago Potential HIV, hepatitis exposure at Toronto gynecology clinic causes worry

A letter from Toronto Public Health was sent to 2,500 patients who had potentially been exposed to bloodborne viruses

Other

2 d. ago Officials investigating sudden surge of Tesla sales in Canada

A suspicious surge in Tesla sales earlier this year sparked an investigation from Transport Canada.Over three days in January, Tesla reported selling 8,600 vehicles nationwide, resulting in $43 million in government rebates.The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association has urged Transport Canada to investigate, as it believes the rebate system is being misused. Canadian officials are investigating the spike in Tesla sales to see if there are any irregularities during the program's final days.In January, Canada announced it would wind down its federal EV incentive program. Alongside this, Tesla increased the Model 3 and Model Y prices on February 1st, which meant the vehicles no longer qualify for the $5,000 rebate for EVs under $55,000.The combination of the two might have caused an uptick in sales, but 8,600 vehicles in four locations across a three-day period is a lot. One location sold 1,200 vehicles only on January 11th, and another in Quebec City sold more than 4,000 that weekend.

Economics

5 d. ago Health officials in Ontario’s Peel Region suspect avian flu in wild bird deaths

Peel Public Health says the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative is testing the birds to determine their cause of death. 

Events

6 d. ago 72% of Consumers Consider Organic Ingredients Important in Personal Care Products

Research from NSF demonstrates the growing demand for cleaner choices and third-party certification for skincare, cosmetics and soaps, among other products GUELPH, Ontario — NSF, a leading global public health and safety organization, has released new consumer data that demonstrates the importance of health and sustainability in personal care purchasing habits. “NSF’s survey results clearly […]

Economics

8 d. ago CUPE BC – Investment in Public Services is Critical During Economic Uncertainty

VICTORIA, British Columbia — Budget 2025 includes necessary capital investments for infrastructure projects in K-12, health, post-secondary, and transportation, helping to keep public services stable in the years ahead. Where previous budgets focused on expansion of services and programs to make life more affordable for families and workers, this budget shifts to capital investments to […]

Events

8 d. ago Canadian travel industry urged to stand up to U.S. tariffs: ‘TIME TO ACT IS NOW’

The ripple effect of trade barriers has caused a drop in cross-border travel

Economics

9 d. ago Tuesday's letters: Why no public inquiry for health contracts?

Why won’t Danielle Smith call a public inquiry into political interference in health-care contracts? What’s she hiding? Why did she claim she never pressured prosecutors, then get caught? Was she lying then or now? Why do her friends and donors get rich off government contracts while Albertans struggle? Why does she dismantle public health care […]

Science

9 d. ago Officials urge early vaccines to protect infants amid measles outbreak

Southwestern Public Health is expanding first-dose vaccination eligibility to help protect infants

Sport

1 week ago Four possible measles exposures flagged as area outbreak grows

Public health officials at the epicentre of Ontario's measles outbreak near London have flagged four new exposure sites.

Other

2 w. ago Toronto’s homelessness crisis ‘completely out of control:’ Advocates

Nearly one unhoused person a day dies in the city, according to Toronto Public Health

Other

2 w. ago Fraser Health board responds to critics in the wake of Delta ER closures

The Fraser Health Authority's board of directors held a public meeting Wednesday, a week after announcing it was parting ways with former CEO Dr. Victoria Lee.

Science

2 w. ago Canadian charities estimated to have lost $266 million in donations during postal strike

Charities in Canada lost $266 million in donations due to the Canada Post strike, according to estimates by CanadaHelps, a platform for donating and fundraising online. As a result, CanadaHelps is urging Canadians to use an extended donation deadline of Feb. 28 to give to charities. Using models developed by CanadaHelps, charities would have expected […]

Economics

2 w. ago Utah could become the first state to ban fluoride in its drinking water

Utah could become the first state to ban fluoride in its drinking water, alarming public health experts and dentists who note the mineral’s role in reducing tooth decay across the nation. The Republican-controlled statehouse sent the legislation to Gov. Spencer Cox (R) last week after both chambers passed it largely along party lines. If signed […]

Other

2 w. ago Canadians firms urged to ‘think very carefully’ before shifting operations to U.S.

Montreal-based TFI International Inc. just announced it was changing its legal domicile to the U.S.

Economics

2 w. ago CanadaHelps Estimates $266 Million Loss for Charities Due to Canada Post Strike; Urges Canadians to Use Extended Donation Deadline to Give

Funding lost from the 2024 postal strike and a looming recession from tariff threats places Canadian charities in a precarious position TORONTO, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to estimates from CanadaHelps, the country’s largest platform for donating and fundraising online, the Canada Post strike cost Canadian charities $266 million in lost donations, accounting […]

Economics

2 w. ago EU begins easing Syria energy, transport and banking sanctions to help revive its economy

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union on Monday began easing energy and transport sanctions and banking restrictions against Syria, aiming to help breathe life into the conflict-torn country’s economy if its new leaders work toward a peaceful future. The EU started to impose asset freezes and travel bans on Syrian officials, banks, agencies and other […]

Sport

2 w. ago Canada urged to suspend refugee pact with U.S. over persecution fears

The Canadian Civil Liberties Association and other advocate groups are urging the federal government to immediately pause the Safe Third Country Agreement.

Other

2 w. ago B.C. health officials urge spring break travellers to check immunization records

Two cases of measles, in a child and an adult, were reported in the Lower Mainland. Both had recently returned from overseas.

Sport