Overnight ER Closures at 2 B.C. Lower Mainland Hospitals
Mission Memorial and Ridge Meadows Hospitals announce temporary overnight ER closures and maternity diversions due to acute staffing shortages. Learn the details and impacts.
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Mission Hospital ER Closing Overnight Dec. 29-Jan. 6
Mission Memorial Hospital's emergency department will operate reduced hours from Dec. 29 to Jan. 6 due to a physician shortage. Learn the details and where to seek urgent care.
Pearson Airport Delays Continue on Boxing Day
Toronto Pearson International Airport faces ongoing flight delays on Boxing Day due to a mix of resolved ATC constraints and weather. Passengers urged to check flight status.
Cape Town housing crisis worsens with Airbnb boom
Cape Town faces a severe housing shortage as properties shift to short-term tourist rentals like Airbnb. Explore the impact on residents and the growing crisis.
Milk River ER forced to close temporarily due to staff shortage
The Milk River Emergency Room in southern Alberta is temporarily closed due to a critical staff shortage. It is scheduled to reopen Friday night after a new doctor was recruited for the community.
Maritime Farmers Short on Hay After Drought
Farmers across the Maritimes are grappling with critical shortages of hay and animal feed following a severe summer drought, threatening livestock health and farm viability.
Edmonton Calls for Year-End Blood and Plasma Donations
Canadian Blood Services issues an urgent appeal for donors in Edmonton as holiday demand spikes. Learn how you can help save lives this season.
Urgent Call for Blood Donations During Canadian Holidays
Canadian Blood Services urges donors as holiday demand for blood surges. Your donation can save lives this season. Find a clinic and book an appointment today.
How Robots Are Changing Service Jobs in Canada
From robot baristas in Toronto to clerk-less stores, automation is reshaping Canada's service sector. Discover the trend driven by labour shortages and consumer readiness.
Copper Prices Surge Toward $12,000 a Ton
Copper prices are approaching a historic $12,000 per ton, driven by tight supply and AI demand. Major banks predict further gains for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Matcha Latte Prices Soar in Montreal Due to Global Shortage
The price of matcha in Montreal has nearly doubled in a year, jumping from $26 to $46 per 100 grams. A surge in demand driven by Gen Z and social media trends has created a global supply crunch, forcing tea shops to seek new sources.
Holiday Blood Donation Shortage Prompts Urgent Call
Canadian Blood Services issues an urgent plea for donors as supplies dwindle during the holiday season. Ron Vezina emphasizes the constant need to help save lives.
Gatineau residents skeptical of new Quebec doctor deal
Despite a new provincial agreement with physicians, Gatineau families like Edward Blanco-Steger's, whose doctor is leaving, fear healthcare access won't improve. Read about the local concerns.
Walmart, U.S. Firms Build Skilled Trades Pipeline
Walmart and other major U.S. companies are launching initiatives to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, investing in training to build a sustainable workforce. Learn about the new strategies.
Rural Manitoba ERs Face Holiday Staffing Shortages
Doctors Manitoba warns of severe doctor shortages in rural emergency rooms during the holidays, urging residents to plan ahead. Learn which communities are affected.
Micron Surges as Chip Shortage Boosts Profit Outlook
Memory chip giant Micron sees shares surge after raising its profit forecast, fueled by a persistent global semiconductor shortage. Key details on the market shift and industry impact.
Navigating Trudeau Airport's Parking Mess: A Guide
Montreal's Trudeau airport faces a major parking shortage until 2031 after closing its main garage. Learn essential tips for parking, pick-ups, and alternative transit options to avoid travel chaos.
Chronic pain patients face medication shortages in Canada
Canadians with chronic pain describe the daily struggle of navigating nationwide shortages of essential pain control medications. Learn about the personal impact and ongoing supply issues.
Salvation Army Christmas donations down nearly 50%
The Salvation Army's iconic Christmas kettle campaign in London, Ontario, has seen donations plummet by nearly half due to a critical shortage of volunteers. Learn how this impacts community services.
Surrey to Open Two Municipal Clinics for Doctor Shortage
Surrey, B.C., announces two new city-run health clinics opening in 2025 to address the critical family physician shortage. Mayor Brenda Locke leads the initiative to improve local healthcare access.
Alberta's AI Ambitions Need People, Not Just Power
Alberta is attracting massive data centre investments, but experts warn the province must focus on talent and AI development, not just infrastructure, to capture lasting economic value. Read the analysis.
Toronto-Area Parents Struggle to Find Before & After School Care
Families in the Greater Toronto Area are scrambling to secure before and after school care as more professionals return to the office, creating a critical shortage. Learn about the impacts and challenges.
Ontario Residency Program Expanded for International Doctors
A judge's injunction has forced Ontario to expand its medical residency program, giving internationally trained doctors like Ottawa's Ashok Kumar Biswas a renewed opportunity to practice. Read about the policy reversal and its impact on the doctor shortag
Nearly 200 Quebec Doctors Get Licences to Work in Ontario
A significant number of Quebec physicians are obtaining licences to practise in Ontario, highlighting interprovincial mobility challenges in Canada's healthcare system. Learn about the implications.
Canadian Butchers Under Pressure from High Beef Prices
Canadian butcher shops face intense pressure as beef prices remain high due to historically low cattle herd numbers across the country. Learn the causes and impacts.
N.B. minister concerned over power shortages with Lepreau offline
New Brunswick's energy minister expresses concern about potential electricity shortages as the Point Lepreau nuclear station stays offline. Get the latest details on the situation.
Quebec City Home Sales Plateau Amid Severe Shortage
Quebec City's real estate market saw 875 sales in November 2025, a 4% annual drop, as active listings plummet to one-third of the 10-year average. Discover key trends and price surges.
Parents demand more resources for kids with autism in Sask.
Saskatchewan parents are calling for increased school supports after children with autism were sent home due to a shortage of educational assistants. Read their story.
Sask. NDP bill requires notification for rural ER doctor shortages
Saskatchewan's NDP introduces legislation mandating public alerts when rural emergency rooms lack physician coverage. Learn about the proposed bill and its implications for healthcare transparency.
Cochrane eyes Australian paramedics for staffing gaps
Northern Ontario's Cochrane district is turning to Australia to fill critical paramedic vacancies. The local service board has approved a plan to hire up to eight internationally trained professionals.
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