Quebec doctors' resolve on Bill 2 supported by public
Public backing for Quebec physicians opposing Bill 2 helped push the government to an agreement. A reader shares a positive healthcare experience and hopes doctors will stay.
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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.
Quebec Doctors Vote 97% for Deal to Add 500,000 Patients
Quebec family doctors have overwhelmingly approved a new agreement with the province, a move expected to connect half a million more patients with a GP. Read the details of the landmark deal.
Sonia Bélanger to replace Christian Dubé as Quebec health minister
Premier François Legault appoints Sonia Bélanger as Quebec's next health minister following the resignation of Christian Dubé, who called the new doctor deal a step back. Read the latest.
Canucks Trade Rumors, Facility Woes After Hughes Deal
Following the Quinn Hughes trade, the Vancouver Canucks signal they are open for more deals before the NHL's holiday roster freeze. Meanwhile, the team's lack of a dedicated practice facility is again in the spotlight.
Quebec doctors face hard task after Bill 2 fight
Quebec physicians reflect on their victory against Bill 2's penalties, describing trauma and a resolve to repair the damage inflicted on the healthcare system. Read their perspective.
Japan's Toy Hospitals Offer Free Holiday Repairs
Discover Japan's heartwarming holiday tradition where volunteer Toy Doctors fix broken toys for free. This annual initiative promotes sustainability and joy for children across the country.
Quebec Doctors Vote on New Deal After Province Backtracks
Quebec's family physicians are voting on a revised agreement after the provincial government walked back controversial payment reforms. The outcome will shape primary care access across the province.
Quebec Doctors' Pay Model Negotiations Resume in Weekend Blitz
Quebec Premier François Legault met with doctors' federations to restart talks on Bill 2. Negotiations enter a weekend 'blitz' phase. Read the latest.
B.C. issues new youth mental health guidelines for doctors
The B.C. government has released new clinical guidance for physicians to improve mental health and substance-use care for young people across the province. Learn about the key changes.
Canadiens' Josh Anderson skips practice, status unclear
Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson was absent from team practice on December 5, 2025. Details on his status and potential impact on the lineup remain pending.
Albertans skeptical of dual-practice health model: poll
A new Leger poll reveals Albertans are doubtful that allowing doctors to work in both public and private systems will improve wait times. Many fear it could make delays worse.
Quebec Talks Break Down, Patient Loses Doctor
A Montreal breast cancer survivor's family doctor quit after negotiations between physicians and Quebec failed. Learn the personal impact of the healthcare stalemate.
Quebec Ends Bill 2 Talks, Doctors Warn of Exodus
Quebec's government has halted talks on Bill 2, a controversial physician payment reform. The province's family doctors' federation warns the move will worsen the healthcare crisis and drive doctors away. Read the latest.
Quebec Doctor Salary Negotiations Break Down with Government
Negotiations between Quebec's doctors' federation and the CAQ government have collapsed over salary reform. Key details on the impasse and what happens next.
Quebec Doctors Refuse to Enforce New Health-Care Law
Family-medicine directors across Quebec say they won't enforce major provisions of Bill 2, warning it will overwhelm clinics. Learn about the growing resistance.
London team provides 3D-printed orthopedic care in Gaza
A medical team from London, Ontario, is using 3D printing to create custom fixators for severe bone fractures in Gaza. This innovative approach offers critical care where resources are scarce.
Alberta expands private surgery options to tackle wait times
Alberta Health Minister Adriana LaGrange unveils new legislation allowing doctors to perform public surgeries in private clinics. She hopes this hybrid model, addressing Canada's chronic wait times, could be replicated across the country.
Oilers Emphasize Practice After Shutout Win, Prep for Wild
The Edmonton Oilers highlight the value of practice following a shutout victory as they prepare for their next NHL matchup against the Minnesota Wild. Get the latest team insights.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Officially Declared Over
The Democratic Republic of Congo's health minister announces the end of the recent Ebola outbreak. Learn about the response and what this means for global health.
Bill 2 physician shortage threatens Quebec healthcare
Quebec's Bill 2 forces doctors to see more patients amid severe shortages, risking physician exodus and worse healthcare outcomes. Learn how this affects patients.
Hudson medical clinic closing over Quebec Bill 2 reforms
Hudson Medical Centre will close April 1, citing unsustainable conditions under Quebec's Bill 2. The closure affects 11,000 patients. Learn more about the impact.
Legault Signals Amendments to Quebec Health-Care Bill
Premier François Legault and Quebec's family doctors federation resume negotiations, potentially amending controversial Bill 2. Read about the latest developments in Quebec health reform.
Legault, FMOQ President Hold Rare Meeting on Negotiations
Quebec Premier François Legault and FMOQ president Marc-André Amyot held a rare sit-down meeting to push healthcare negotiations forward. Read the latest developments.
Quebec Premier, doctors seek path forward on Bill 2
Quebec Premier François Legault meets with family doctors to resolve the Bill 2 impasse. Will new talks avert a healthcare crisis? Read the latest developments.
Alberta's Dual-Practice Health Model Puts Patients First
Alberta's new health reforms introduce dual-practice for physicians, aiming to reduce wait times while maintaining universal coverage. Learn how this hybrid model could transform Canadian healthcare.
Rising Alberta health costs make private option viable
As Alberta's health-care spending hits 39% of the provincial budget, the UCP proposes private service options. Could this blended model solve the system's crisis?
Alberta introduces dual practice system for doctors
Alberta's government introduces legislation allowing doctors to work in both public and private systems. Learn how this could transform healthcare access across the province.
Alberta's Bill 11 seeks health system changes, dual practice
Alberta's Bill 11 proposes major healthcare reforms including dual practice for specialists and changes to drug coverage. Learn how this could impact your healthcare access.
Quebec Doctors Sue Government Over Pay Reform
Quebec's Federation of General Practitioners files legal challenge against provincial pay reform legislation, claiming it violates doctors' rights. Learn about the dispute.
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