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Posted 10 December 2022

Province Invests In Indigenous Housing

Two projects geared towards addressing housing issues for Indigenous residents are on the receiving end of $1.7 million from the Ontario Government through it Social Services Relief Fund. $1.3 million is being directed towards a joint project between Mattawa Non-Profit Housing Corporation and...

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Posted 10 December 2022

Province Invests In Indigenous Housing

Two projects geared towards addressing housing issues for Indigenous residents are on the receiving end of $1.7 million from the Ontario Government through it Social Services Relief Fund. $1.3 million is being directed towards a joint project between Mattawa Non-Profit Housing Corporation and...

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Posted 9 December 2022

Health Canada Approves Pfizer’s Bi-Valent vaccine for Children ages 5-11

Health Canada has approved Pfizer’s bivalent vaccine for children ages 5-11 It targets the original strain of the coronavirus and more recent variants. We will have more information when it becomes available

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Posted 9 December 2022

Health Canada Approves Pfizer’s Bi-Valent vaccine for Children ages 5-11

Health Canada has approved Pfizer’s bivalent vaccine for children ages 5-11 It targets the original strain of the coronavirus and more recent variants. We will have more information when it becomes available

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Posted 9 December 2022

Health Canada Has Tips for Toy Safety

It’s that time of year, with many shopping for the holidays, Health Canada wants to remind consumers of toy safety this Holiday Season, especially for younger kids. “Look for sturdy, well-made toys that are appropriate for your child’s age, size, and abilities,” says Susan Talbot, a Product...

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Posted 9 December 2022

Wait Times For Medical Treatment Continue To Rise: Study

Canadians are waiting longer than ever for medically necessary elective care, according to a new study. The Fraser Institute, an independent think-tank, released its annual report Thursday on health care wait times. Each year, it surveys specialist physicians across 12 specialities to get an...

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Posted 9 December 2022

Wait Times For Medical Treatment Continue To Rise: Study

Canadians are waiting longer than ever for medically necessary elective care, according to a new study. The Fraser Institute, an independent think-tank, released its annual report Thursday on health care wait times. Each year, it surveys specialist physicians across 12 specialities to get an...

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Posted 9 December 2022

Health Canada Has Tips for Toy Safety

It’s that time of year, with many shopping for the holidays, Health Canada wants to remind consumers of toy safety this Holiday Season, especially for younger kids. “Look for sturdy, well-made toys that are appropriate for your child’s age, size, and abilities,” says Susan Talbot, a Product...

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Posted 9 December 2022

Cost Of Groceries Climbs In Northwestern Ontario

Struggling to put food on the table due to finances is a reality for more than 1 in 7 households in our region. The Northwestern Health Unit has released its findings from a food costing survey conducted this spring. It finds that the average cost to feed a family of four is $299.12 per week or...

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Posted 9 December 2022

Doctor Groups Urge Governments To Collaborate To Fix Healthcare

A continued push for improved healthcare in Canada. National, provincial and territorial medical organizations representing physicians across Canada are coming together. They’re asking the federal, provincial and territorial governments to collaborate and begin solving the country’s health...

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