Greg Fergus Makes History as First Black Canadian Speaker – Replacing Rota

Liberal MP Greg Fergus made history on Tuesday by becoming the first Black Canadian to serve as Speaker of the House of Commons. Fergus, representing the Hull—Aylmer riding in Quebec, replaced Anthony Rota after he resigned amid international controversy over his actions during a visit by Ukraine’s president. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau praised Fergus’s election, …

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Unveiling the Latest Data: Is Canada’s Economy Slowing Down? Get insights from StatCan – National Update!

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 29, 2023 7:25 am Decrease article font size Increase article font size Statistics Canada will release its figures for the start of the third quarter today, providing insights into the economy. The agency will report real gross domestic product numbers for July. Earlier estimates for July suggested that …

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Discover Exciting News: Accessible HPV Testing Now Nationwide in Canada

A New At-Home Test for HPV Now Available Across Canada Doctors in Canada are emphasizing the need for better access to cervical cancer screening, and a new at-home test for the human papillomavirus (HPV) is now available across the country. The testing kit, developed by Switch Health, can be purchased online for $99, and screens …

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The Impact of Spinal Surgery Delays on Canadian Children: A Comprehensive Report – Nation-Wide Findings

Children across Canada are experiencing excessive wait times to see specialists and receive necessary treatment, according to a recently published report. The report, focusing on delays in scoliosis surgeries, highlights the potential long-term impacts on children and the healthcare system. It reveals that four out of ten children undergo surgery after the recommended wait time …

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Indian Potash Aims to Strengthen Canadian Deal Amidst Nijjar Conflict: An Insightful Perspective

According to the managing director of Indian Potash, supplies of Canadian potash are not expected to be affected by the diplomatic row between India and Canada. The company hopes to extend its contract with Canadian supplier Canpotex beyond September. India, with its vast agriculture sector employing about half of its 1.4 billion people and contributing …

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Alarming Increase in Youth Self-Harm Cases Revealed Amidst COVID-19 Crisis, Study Finds

Pediatric hospital visits for self-harm in Canada experienced a significant increase during the early years of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research. A study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) on Monday revealed higher-than-expected rates of emergency department visits and hospital admissions for self-harm among children and adolescents between March 2020 and …

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Significant rise in August inflation at 4% attributed to surging gas prices – Nationwide implications

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The annual rate of inflation picked up again in August, rising to four per cent, according to Statistics Canada. Economists had largely expected the increase, as gasoline prices pushed inflation higher. Statistics Canada attributed some of the inflation at the pumps to the base-year effect — the …

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