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163 storiesnewest firstlatest June 16, 2026page 9 of 9
The Montreal Brain Bank maintains Canada’s largest collection of 3,800 preserved human brains, supporting research into Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, suicide and major depression. The repository aims to facilitate studies that could lead to new diagnostics and treatments for neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders.
Quebec introduced an immigration measure on June 14 that prioritizes health‑care professionals but excludes personal support workers, prompting criticism from senior‑care providers who view the omission as unfair to essential support staff.
Héma-Québec launched a provincewide summer campaign on June 13, 2026, to boost blood and plasma donations during vacation season, coinciding with National Blood Donor Week.
