Travellers to Canada take note: End of leniency period for Electronic Travel Authorization
The Government of Canada is reminding travellers to get the appropriate travel documents before booking a flight to Canada.
Remarks from the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Health to the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress
Thank you very much. Hello everyone and thank you for the welcome. I am thrilled to be here this morning in Quebec, in the beautiful city of Montréal. We could not have had a better place for our announcement today. As you know, Montréal is a world gastronomic capital and I want to talk primarily about food today. So what better than to be here in Montréal at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, surrounded by experts in healthy lifestyles.
Canada announces its intention to allow all Romanians and Bulgarians to travel to Canada visa-free on December 1, 2017
October 31, 2016 – Ottawa, Ontario – The Honourable John McCallum, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today the Government of Canada’s intention to lift the visa requirements for Romanian and Bulgarian citizens on December 1, 2017. It demonstrates the importance that the Government of Canada places on its relationship with both countries and with the EU more broadly.
2017 Immigration Plan – Setting the Foundation for Economic Growth
October 31, 2016 – Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada is committed to an immigration system that strengthens the Canadian middle class through economic growth and attracting investment, supports diversity and helps build vibrant, dynamic and inclusive communities. The story of Canadian immigration is inseparable from the story of Canada itself.
Key Highlights 2017 Immigration Levels Plan
The Government of Canada is maintaining its commitment to a strong immigration program and will welcome 300,000 immigrants in 2017.
Statement from the Minister of Health on Corded Window Coverings
OTTAWA – Corded window coverings pose a danger to children. There is significant concern that children continue to be entangled in accessible cords. Strangulation happens silently and can lead to injury or even death.
Health Minister to Address Social Finance Forum in Toronto
The Honourable Jane Philpott, Federal Minister of Health, will provide remarks at the Social Finance Forum, and will make an important announcement about a new hypertension initiative in Canada.
Message from the Minister of Health – Canadian Patient Safety Week – October 24 – 28, 2016
Canadian Patient Safety Week is a national, annual campaign to inspire improvements in patient safety and quality. Health care facilities and organizations across the country will be participating in events and activities to help increase awareness this week.
Health Canada media technical briefing on healthy eating
Health Canada officials will hold a technical briefing on Food Guide revisions following the Federal Health Minister’s announcement in Montreal.
Front-Of-Package (FOP) Nutrition Labelling
FOP nutrition labelling refers to simplified nutritional information displayed on the front of packaged foods, where it can easily be seen by consumers.