Posted On: Monday, June 30th, 2025
Originally designed and released in 2021 as a visual resource for hepatitis C testing technologies, this resource has been updated as of June 2025 and now includes HIV. Available to download as a PDF, it outlines the various testing technologies that exist for HIV and hepatitis C in terms of name & core function,… Read more »
Posted On: Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
June 17, 2025 The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, P.C., M.P. Minister of Public Safety House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, P.C., M.P. Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 RE: The Strong Borders Act and its Harm to People Living with HIV and Other Marginalized… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, June 16th, 2025
June 21st marks National Indigenous Peoples Day—a time to celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada. For the Métis, this day is more than a celebration, it’s an opportunity to honour our ancestors, our resilience, and the unique blend of Indigenous and European heritage that defines… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, June 12th, 2025
We look forward to welcoming you to Taking Action on Hepatitis. July 23, 2025. 8:30 – 12 Noon Pacific time. World Hepatitis Day (WHD) is an annual day of recognition, education, and advocacy on July 28th. Let’s break it down is the theme of this year’s WHD: “Let’s break down the barriers holding us back… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Via CAAN. CAAN Communities, Alliances & Network is inviting organizations to participate in our “Keeping Our Fires” project, funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada and the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch. This initiative aims to collaborate with organizations across the land to co-create resources to strengthen the capacity to provide culturally safe… Read more »
PAN was pleased to be invited to the Canadian Treatment as Prevention (TaSP) Summit and we fully endorse the BC-CfEs call to action, for the Prime Minister and federal government to take action to shore up both domestic and international actions to address HIV/AIDS. BC-CfE released a press statement on June 6, 2025 (excerpt below)…. Read more »
Posted On: Monday, June 9th, 2025
Canada is on Indigenous lands. Another name used for Canada and the United States is Turtle Island, based on creation myths. International borders were established by non-Indigenous settlers. Indigenous peoples have been on the land for thousands of years, pre-dating colonial explorers in collaborative land use, establishing communities, governance structures, education, spiritual practices, and exchange… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Tuesday June 17, 2025 11:30-12:30 Pacific time/ 12:30-1:30 Mountain time Trends and guidelines in gonorrhea are changing in Canada – are you up to date? Join this informative webinar, hosted by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), that will cover gonorrhea (GC) and AMR-gonorrhea (AMR-GC) trends and national guidelines. Hear from PHAC speakers, including… Read more »
Via Provincial Health Service Authority: Across Canada, vulnerable populations continue to face barriers to accessing timely and equitable treatment for Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections (STBBIs) such as Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, HIV, and infectious syphilis. Delays in accessing prescription drug coverage are a key issue, and we want to hear about the experience of… Read more »
Posted On: Sunday, June 1st, 2025
In recognition of the start of National Indigenous History Month, PAN is happy to share a new resource: an online course to support our members and allies to reflect on their reconciliation journeys as individuals and organizations. PAN has worked with the team at Indigenous Perspectives Society (IPS) since 2021, learning from Executive Director Rachelle… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 26th, 2025
On May 9, 2025, the Government of British Columbia proclaimed the first-ever Viral Hepatitis Elimination Day, marking a step in the province’s commitment to eradicating viral hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030. This initiative underscores the province’s pledge to improving public health outcomes and addressing the challenges posed by viral hepatitis. Understanding Viral Hepatitis… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 26th, 2025
Substance Use News provides a monthly collection of news and resources on the social, medical and political responses to the toxic drug supply crisis and harm reduction. To get the latest toxic drug safety alerts, visit Info for People Who Use Substances page from Toward the Heart. Get weekly substance use news by subscribing to our newsletter: scroll… Read more »
