David Bruser

Health Canada says generic drug maker will stop distribution to Canadian retailers of “all products” manufactured at factory in Bangalore, India — but the agency hasn’t revealed which products are affected.

Mercury contamination has plagued the Grassy Narrows First Nation for decades, but the Ontario premier is worried a cleanup could make the situation worse.

As part of the ongoing initiative in Grassy Narrows, Murray said, the province has earmarked $300,000 for testing of the local fish as well as another $300,000 to Grassy Narrows leaders to conduct their own studies.

Special analysis of nearly 6,000 homicide reports done to explore “casual relationship” ties between victims, murderers.

Working with provincial and First Nations leaders, Ottawa will address mercury contamination that has plagued Grassy Narrows for decades, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says.

Legislation introduced Tuesday would ensure money is set for remediation regardless of who is in power.

It’s not the first time the First Nation community has made this request. Top officials from both the provincial and federal governments say they are taking the request seriously.

Indigenous Services Minister Jane Philpott first made the promise at a closed-door meeting Wednesday. “We will support them through the troubles that they are facing,” she said.

Grassy Narrows Chief Rudy Turtle met with environment minister in October and was told dig plans would be sent within two weeks. None came.

In addition to the projected $19.5-million construction cost, Ottawa commits to provide long-term funding for operations and maintenance, including federally funded services such as nursing, personal support workers and palliative care.