Population planning must look beyond snapshot of fertility levels
There is no reason for panic about population decline. Instead, we should focus on promoting reproductive agency, and preparing for an aging society.
Turning the tables on ‘Positive Nutrition’
Positive Nutrition encourages individuals to view eating as an opportunity to nourish the body and mind by focusing on the abundance of nutrients and foods we should incorporate for optimal health.
G7 may have missed the mark on health, but Canada has a second chance to lead
If health is embedded into the G7’s work, the returns will be real and lasting. Otherwise, the cost of the missed opportunity will be measured not in dollars, but in lives.
Carney’s plan should emphasize public health rather than fossil fuels
The Liberal government needs to prioritize giving Canadians a longer and more prosperous life rather than aligning itself with the fossil fuel industry.
Winning the legislation lottery: MPs eye causes that hit close to home for fall bills
‘I’m very excited about it,’ says Liberal MP Ahmed Hussen, who’s among the first set of MPs to get a crack at proposing legislation this Parliament after being ineligible to do so since 2017.
An invitation to parliamentarians: let’s build an all-party men’s mental health caucus
The caucus will look at what can be done in the realms of education, employment, family, mental health services and civic society, all with the aim of developing appropriate policy and legislation that can contribute to healthy men, healthy families and healthy communities.
Canada’s economic future runs on brain power
The brain economy is emerging, whether we shape it or not. Canada has the tools, the talent, and the momentum. What we need now is the leadership and co-ordination to match.
Canadians’ right to a healthy environment is already being tested
Canada is deciding whether and how to regulate a class of toxic substances known as PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances), more commonly known as ‘forever chemicals.’
National dental care program is likely more costly than advertised
When first announced two years ago, the estimated price tag was $13-billion over five years, and then $4.4-billion ongoing.
Canada’s next top doctor must be a ‘focal point’ for public health amid changes in the U.S., concerns about next pandemic
Dr. Theresa Tam has left the job of chief public health officer after eight years. Her successor will have to contend with a change in the U.S.’ public health approach, vaccine hesitancy among Canadians and the need to always be ready for the next global outbreak.
