Alberta Doctors: Leadership Lacking in Hospital Overcrowding Crisis
Edmonton physicians are sounding the alarm on a critical lack of leadership as Alberta hospitals face severe overcrowding. Read about the crisis and the call for action.
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Inside Saskatchewan's Overcrowded Hospital ER Crisis
A firsthand account from a Saskatoon hospital reveals alarming ER overcrowding, staff burnout, and systemic failures. Learn what's happening and why critics blame privatization.
Calgary 2026 Housing Forecast: Boom, Bust, or Retreat?
Will Calgary's housing market boom, bust, or retreat in 2026? Explore expert analysis on population growth, construction rates, and economic factors shaping the city's real estate future.
Senior waits 1 hour outside for ambulance with broken hip
Margaret Campbell, 84, endured a painful hour-long wait for an ambulance outside her Edmonton home after breaking her hip. The incident raises urgent questions about emergency response times for seniors.
Patient dies after clash with guards at Saskatoon hospital
A patient has died following an incident with security personnel at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. The case is now under investigation by provincial authorities.
Busy flu season could lead to hospital wait times over 10 hours
A severe flu season is overwhelming hospitals, potentially causing emergency room waits exceeding 10 hours. The Ontario Medical Association warns of a concurrent family doctor shortage.
Quebec hospitals spend millions on enhanced security measures
Quebec hospitals are investing millions to bolster security, including metal detectors at Notre-Dame Hospital in Montreal. Learn about the new measures and the push for safer healthcare environments.
Windsor ER Wait Time Clock Offline After Launch
Windsor Regional Hospital's new online Emergency Department wait time clock is offline. Get the latest details on this tool intended to increase transparency for patients.
Calgary Doctors Sound Alarm Over Hospital Wait Times
Physicians in Calgary are urging officials to declare a state of emergency due to dangerously long hospital wait times, highlighting a system under severe strain. Read the full report.
Leamington hospital slashes ER wait times with new funding
Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington has dramatically reduced emergency room wait times using an innovative admission and discharge unit, now backed by $2.33M in permanent provincial funding. Discover how this model could transform Ontario healthcare.
Top 10 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend
Discover the best events and activities happening in Calgary this weekend, from zoo walks to local culture. Plan your perfect few days in the city.
B.C. specialist waitlists surge 20%, hit 1.2 million patients
Dr. Chris Hoag warns B.C.'s specialist wait times are a crisis, costing the system millions and harming patients. Delays lead to ER visits and worse outcomes.
Scotia Place Construction Shifts to Steel Structure in Calgary
Calgary's new Scotia Place event centre is entering a pivotal construction phase focused on its steel framework in 2026. Get the latest details on this major downtown development.
Alberta Man Waits Months for Critical Brain Assessment
Former radio host Kim Johnston, suffering severe symptoms from a brain lesion, finally gets an assessment date after 123 days, highlighting critical healthcare delays in Alberta. Read his urgent story.
Flu surge causes long ER waits in Windsor-Essex hospitals
Windsor-Essex hospitals report high patient volumes and long emergency room wait times as flu cases peak. Officials urge using alternatives for non-urgent care. Learn more.
Deaths in ER Waiting Rooms Highlight Canada's Healthcare Crisis
The deaths of Adam Burgoyne and Prashant Sreekumar after long ER waits reveal a systemic failure. A former healthcare worker argues administrators must return to patient care to save lives.
Longer ER waits in Windsor-Essex, hospitals advise clinics
Hospitals in Windsor and Leamington report longer-than-usual emergency room wait times. Officials urge patients with non-urgent needs to visit walk-in clinics instead. Details on the situation and public guidance.
Windsor ERs Experience Higher-Than-Normal Patient Volumes
Windsor Regional Hospital and other local facilities are reporting busier emergency departments. Learn what's driving the surge and its impact on patient care.
Fancsy Mega-Hospital Construction Begins Soon in Windsor
New Windsor Regional Hospital CEO Kristin Kennedy announces construction on the Fancsy Family Hospital Project will begin in spring or summer 2026. Key details on the project's pivotal phase and leadership transition.
What to Expect from Calgary Restaurants in 2026
Explore the evolving Calgary dining landscape for 2026. From pop-up concepts to enduring favourites, discover the trends and challenges shaping the city's vibrant restaurant industry.
High-Profile Cases to Fill Calgary Courts in 2026
A look at the major trials scheduled for Calgary courts in 2026, including a fatal road rage incident, a Good Samaritan killing, and a bizarre condo tunneling case. Stay informed on Calgary justice.
GTA Hospitals Welcome First Newborns of 2026
The Greater Toronto Area celebrated the arrival of its first newborns of 2026. Meet the families who rang in the new year with new life at hospitals in Vaughan, Etobicoke, and Brampton.
Edmonton man dies in ER waiting room, family mourns
Family and officials gathered in Edmonton to mourn Prashanth Sreekumar, who died while waiting for emergency care. This tragedy highlights critical pressures within Alberta's healthcare system.
Man dies after 8-hour ER wait in Edmonton; family mourns
The family of Prashant Sreekumar, 44, who died in an Edmonton ER after an eight-hour wait, demands accountability and systemic change in Canada's health care.
Sault Hospital Slashes Paramedic Offload Times to 20 Minutes
Sault Area Hospital dramatically reduces ambulance offload delays, freeing paramedics for emergency calls. A major win for healthcare efficiency in Northern Ontario.
Man dies after 8-hour ER wait in Edmonton hospital
A 44-year-old man died at Grey Nuns Hospital after waiting eight hours in ER. A public letter criticizes the Alberta government for focusing on separation over healthcare. Read the full story.
Medicine Hat man fears for life after Calgary ER death
A Medicine Hat radio host's wait for a neurosurgical evaluation turns fearful following a death in a Calgary ER. Learn about the healthcare anxieties in Alberta.
Recall UCP MLAs Over ER Wait Times, Demand Albertans
Outrage grows in Alberta as tragic deaths in overcrowded emergency rooms spark calls for political accountability. Readers demand immediate action on healthcare crisis.
Calgary municipal fee hikes, tax increases take effect Jan. 1
Calgarians will see a series of municipal fee increases and property tax rises effective January 1, 2026, impacting household budgets after the holidays. Learn what's changing.
Windsor Regional Hospital names next CEO for 2026
Windsor Regional Hospital announces its next Chief Executive Officer, with a seasoned internal leader set to take the helm in 2026. Discover the leadership transition plan.
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