It's official: Canada has lost its measles elimination status because of an outbreak that has persisted for more than 12 months. Country can regain status only if on-going spread is of measles interrupted for more than a year. www.cbc.ca/news/health/... via @cbcnews.ca

For our final #SciLit Week pick, comms director @carajmarshall.bsky.social recommends "Inner Cosmos" with @davideagleman.bsky.social—an exploration of the brain and consciousness and the dynamic systems that make us who we are. Brilliant science communication at its best. eagleman.com/podcast

A #SciLit week pick from our chief of staff, Luc Gauthier! He’s a fan of scientific photog Nicolas Escurat, who captures stunning images of sprites and red sylphs in the upper atmosphere. inspiring viewers to learn more and understand the science behind what they see. www.youtube.com/@nicolasescu...

Pour la semaine de la #culturesci, Jean-François Lepage, conseiller en politique, vous conseille « Une histoire naturelle du futur » de Rob Dunn. Un livre accessible et passionnant qui explore comment les lois de la biologie peuvent éclairer notre avenir et nos choix comme société.

Another science pick for #SciLit week comes from Priya Gurnani, Policy Analyst. She recommends the entertaining “Ologies” podcast, where Alie Ward interviews expert "-ologists" with curiosity and humour. Science is made quirky, accessible, and always interesting! 🎧https://www.alieward.com/ologies

Let’s celebrate #SciLit Week with great science content from my amazing team! 🌱 Vanessa Sung, Policy Advisor, recommends “The Serviceberry” by @Robin Wall Kimmerer—a beautiful book on Indigenous wisdom, gratitude, and community through science. Inspiring read!

The SOGC has issued a position statement reaffirming that acetaminophen remains a safe and appropriate option for fever and pain in pregnancy, when needed. The evidence does not support changing current clinical practice. Full statement here: tinyurl.com/5a5kmabc

When people act on false health claims, they miss out on proven treatments, put themselves at risk and strain our #CDNhealth system. That's how #misinformation harms and it's why we must act. Canada's medical, research & clinical community is speaking up: #ScienceMatters. Our joint statement 👇

Dr. Katalin Karikó who won a Nobel Prize for developing mRNA vaccines responds to RFK Jr: "When you are sick, you wouldn't ask for advice from a lawyer like Kennedy. You ask experts, your physician, for advice."

🌿Effective conservation starts with Indigenous voices at the table. Recommendations in our report developed by Indigenous researchers will help inform Canadian conservation policies supporting healthier ecosystems for all 🌏. #NIPD2025 🔗Read the report: science.gc.ca/site/science...

🌿Biodiversity loss is a global challenge. Our report, "Towards a National Digital Platform for Biodiversity Conservation," explores ways to facilitate data collection and apply #AI analysis via a data hub. 🔗Learn more: science.gc.ca/site/science... #WorldEnvironmentDay

I had a great time visiting colleagues in Edmonton with @chiefscican.bsky.social last week! It was my first time in YEG and it was wonderful to get acquainted with its vibrant scientific community and beautiful green spaces, not to mention the electric playoff atmosphere!

The G7 Science Academies have issued a joint declaration highlighting the importance of academic freedom, institutional autonomy, research integrity, security, and responsible conduct for the public good. 🔗 Read it here: bit.ly/3HdxZ6t

Great week connecting with federal, academic, and industry colleagues in Edmonton—insightful talks on quantum tech, AI, and pandemic preparedness. Inspired by the local scientific community and excited to advance Canadian science together! 🔬🇨🇦

Nature has launched its seventh global survey of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) doctoral students, which will probe graduate students’ views about their goals and challenges, and their experiences of their studies so far. Survey runs until June 11. #Academicsky 🧪

The first edition of Science Meets Parliament - ON was a resounding success! Thank you to the MPPs, delegates, organizers, and sponsors for their contributions to the event. #SciParlON2025 #CdnSci #CdnInnovation

The world’s first case of personalized CRISPR therapy! This is an amazing achievement with a Canadian connection - the CRISPR therapy was delivered using lipid nanoparticles developed by Acuitas Therapeutics, a company based in BC 🧪 🇨🇦

Science thrives on collaboration—not isolation. At #ChooseEuropeForScience, I emphasized how trusted international partnerships like 🇨🇦's with the 🇪🇺 can strengthen autonomy, resilience, and innovation in an increasingly complex world. #SciDiplo 📺 www.youtube.com/live/cT4EHmb...

Happy to see my university step up! McGill university platform becomes safe space for conserving U.S. climate research under threat www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...

Trump proposes unprecedented budget cuts for US science in next fiscal year NASA cut by 24% NIH cut by 40% EPA cut by 55% NSF cut by 56% Analysis from @maxkozlov.bsky.social @dangaristo.bsky.social @alexwitze.bsky.social and @nature.com team www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is investigating the City’s first confirmed cases of measles since 2019. Please read the PSA here: www.ottawa.ca/en/city-hall...

The second edition of Science Meets Parliament - British Columbia was a tremendous success! A heartfelt thanks to the Members of the Legislative Assembly, delegates, organizers, and sponsors for their contributions to the event. #SciParlBC2025 #CdnSci

NEW: An NIH policy coming in the next week will target — and at least temporarily stop — funding outside the US, threatening thousands of projects and collaborations on topics like infectious diseases and cancer. Some NIH staff have already been told to hold all subaward funds for foreign labs.

As we head into 🇨🇦 Election Day, it bears reminding that strategic voting matters primarily at the local level. In other words, check to make sure your strategic vote would actually work towards your desired outcome in your riding. Make your vote an informed vote.

Excited to have our front yard (and research) featured in this BBC article about turning your yard into a pollinator garden (so-called "meadowscaping") www.bbc.com/future/artic.... By Ally Hirschlag

Absolutely awful 💔

Radiolab is truly top tier science storytelling 🧪 This week’s episode is the story of how the search for organisms living in impossibly hot conditions ended up revolutionizing biological sciences & medicine - one of countless stories that illustrate the value of curiosity-driven research.

Astronauts 👩‍🚀 🚀 🧪

President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be killing much, if not all, of a historic initiative that was the first, and is still the largest, National Institutes of Health effort centered on the health needs of women. scim.ag/4jLeLTJ

Pope Francis leaves behind a legacy of compassion, courage, and a continuing call to protect our common home and all who share it with us. In his 2023 exhortation, Laudato Deum, he spoke out strongly against those who reject what science tells us about climate and deny their own responsibility. 🧵

Pope Francis worked toward a more humble and inclusive Church, and used his leadership to speak on behalf of the impoverished and suffering, for peace, and for the climate. This is a profound loss for the world.

The long weekend is half over, have you voted yet? #elxn45 #cdnpoli

Advance voting is open all long weekend 9am - 9pm! Find your polling station on your voter card/from the link below, it’s most likely within walking distance from your home. It’s a great idea to get your vote in early, in case something comes up on Election Day #elxn45 🇨🇦🗳️

This easy letter writing tool by @e4dca.bsky.social lets you contact all your local candidates to ask them to commit to protecting and promoting science in Canada! Take one minute to help put science on the radar this election 👇 #elxn45 #CdnPoli #CdnSci 🧪 🇨🇦

Given the rapidly evolving political landscape in the United States and reports of individuals encountering difficulties crossing the border, CAUT strongly recommends that academic staff travel to the U.S. only if essential and necessary. Read more: www.caut.ca/latest/2025/...

🌏 Trust in science remains high. Our challenge is not defined by pro-sci vs anti-sci antipathy but by “my sci/evidence” vs “your sci/evidence” polarization 🧪 We scientists need to BE the trusted friend/family/community member that fills info vacuums b4 others do. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

On-campus student advanced voting has started! Check to see if it’s available at your institution, this is a great way to vote especially if you’re living away from home for school 📚🗳️ #exln45 #Election2024 #CanadaVotes #cdnpoli

"Today is the day it all begins..." #OnThisDay 45 years ago -- April 12, 1980 -- Terry Fox dipped his foot in the Atlantic Ocean in St. John's, NL, to begin his Marathon of Hope. The 45th annual #TerryFoxRun run is on September 14. terryfox.org via @terryfoxfoundation.bsky.social #cancer

Let’s give this starter pack business a go! Here are (mostly) 🇨🇦 accounts I follow for science policy. Will continuously update! #scipol 🧪 go.bsky.app/UMLZfh5

CSPC is pleased to introduce the delegates of the first round of Science Meets Parliament - Ontario! Meet the Science Meets Parliament - ON 2025 delegates: sciencepolicy.ca/programs/sci... #SciParlON2025 #CdnSci #CdnInnovation

CSPC is pleased to announce the delegates for the second round of Science Meets Parliament - BC! Meet the Science Meets Parliament - BC 2025 delegates: sciencepolicy.ca/programs/sci... #SciParlBC2025 #CdnSci #CdnInnovation

I love this! As someone who’s always got a podcast or audiobook in my ear, I would have read way more papers in my PhD days if they were in audio format 🙈 🧪 #AcademicSky

The most powerful way to make science a priority this election is to tell your candidates directly. Our bilingual letter-writing tool makes it quick and easy to contact your local candidates and let them know that science, research, and evidence-informed decision-making matter.

This is absolutely not how science works 🧪

Pay attention #CanadianScience #CdnSci #AcademicSky 🇨🇦 🧪 #CdnPoli #elxn45 #elxn2025

All institutions would benefit from the exercise of critically thinking about the value of that platform as a communication tool.

The framing is odd, since the story offers no evidence that this is unique to women in #STEM. In any case, it’s well past time that unis are transparent abt academia being merely 1 of many career paths avail to STEM PhDs & train them accordingly. We need STEM experts in all sectors. 🧪 #AcademicSky

“Two of the experts suggested travelling with a burner phone and leaving their actual phones at home” #Canada 🇨🇦

The current reality presents not only an opportunity for 🇨🇦 to strengthen our research & innov system, but also “… a chance for our country to reaffirm its commitment to the principles of inclusion & diversity in research… [and] the importance of science & evidence in informing public policy.” 🧪

Canada, our election is coming up on Apr 28! Now is the time to check your voter registration, you can do so here www.elections.ca/content2.asp... We’re fortunate to have many different ways to vote. Let’s go thru some of them here 🧵 #cdnpoli #elxn45