AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCancer Care Support: Nova Scotia’s Canadian Cancer Society Lodge That Gives is getting a $346,920 upgrade for a more efficient cooling/heating system, aiming to cut energy costs and emissions while improving comfort for patients and families. Brain Cancer Trial Move: HDT Bio Canada Inc., with McGill University and The Neuro, is launching a Canadian clinical program for HDT-401 in Phase 1 glioblastoma evaluation after Health Canada feedback. Trauma Care Equity: A new Canadian study finds women with traumatic brain injuries are less likely than men to be admitted to Level I/II trauma centres. Public Health & Safety: Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival was cancelled after a shooting left two dead and four seriously injured; police say it appears to be an exchange of gunfire and are still investigating. Health Policy & Access: Health Canada approved the first generic semaglutide for weight loss, a major step for affordability and access. Mental Health Funding: Health Canada announced a news conference on youth mental health care support in Quebec. Cannabis Governance: Six Nations council repealed its cannabis control regulations, citing ongoing compliance, enforcement, and financial sustainability challenges. Immigration Tooling: IRCC launched an interactive portal to help travellers instantly determine whether they need a visa, eTA, or exemption. Express Entry Shift: IRCC updated Express Entry category-based selection, easing experience rules (12 months in last 3 years, not necessarily continuous) and listing priority occupations including healthcare.
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