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.
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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.
UBC study calls doctor shortage a 'myth', suggests boomer tax
A provocative UBC study disputes B.C.'s doctor shortage narrative and suggests taxing wealthy baby boomers to fund healthcare. Explore the findings and potential policy shifts.
Vancouver's hotel shortage: A 10,000-room crisis by 2030
Vancouver faces a severe hotel shortage, needing 10,000 new rooms by 2030. Expert Stanley Dee argues this is a chance to build hotels that serve as vibrant public spaces and economic engines for the city.
Canada's skilled trades shortage hits crisis levels
Canada faces a shortage of over 800,000 skilled tradespeople, jeopardizing new infrastructure and economic growth. Initiatives like Jill of all Trades aim to empower youth.
Montreal maternity ward closing 3 months due to staff shortage
A Montreal-area hospital announces a three-month closure of its maternity ward starting December 2025 due to severe staffing shortages, impacting prenatal and delivery services.
Ontario falling short on healthcare: Auditor General
Ontario's Auditor General reveals critical failures in connecting patients with doctors, expanding medical education, and tackling overbilling. Key audits highlight systemic issues.
5,000 Regina patients lose family doctors after clinic closure
The sudden closure of The Gardens Community Health Centre in Regina has left thousands scrambling for care, highlighting Saskatchewan's ongoing primary care crisis. Learn what happened and the political fallout.
Patient's plea to keep life-saving Quebec surgeon
A Quebec patient shares how Dr. Ahmed Aoude saved her life and leg, urging the government to reconsider Bill 2's impact on doctors. Read her emotional appeal.
Survey: Lack of doctors still a major issue in Saskatchewan
A new Angus Reid Institute survey confirms Saskatchewan's family doctor shortage remains a critical problem. Read the details and what it means for residents' healthcare access.
New Brunswickers back greater paramedic role: poll
A new poll reveals strong public support in New Brunswick for paramedics to take on a larger role in the healthcare system. Discover the details and what it means for the future of care.
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.
20 Sudbury Paramedics Off Work Due to Occupational Stress
Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services confronts staffing challenges with 20 paramedics on leave for occupational stress injuries. Learn about the impact on emergency services.
Toronto flu shot shortage hits pharmacies this season
Toronto residents face difficulties finding flu shots at local pharmacies due to supply chain issues and high demand. Learn why and how to protect yourself this flu season.
Ottawa Paramedics Underreport Violence, Audit Finds
Shocking audit reveals 82% of Ottawa paramedics experience violence without reporting. Chief Poirier calls trend 'not OK' as weekly assaults become common.
$100K Escargot Theft From French Snail Farmer
Thieves stole over $100,000 worth of escargots from a French snail farm supplying Michelin restaurants, creating holiday season shortages. Read about the investigation.
Reddit Becomes Unlikely Doctor Finder in Ottawa
Faced with a failing provincial system, young Ottawans are using social media to find family doctors. Discover how Reddit fills healthcare gaps where official programs fail.
Meet SUNshine Girl Shaye: Her Dreams and Passions
Discover SUNshine Girl Shaye, a 6-foot-tall Sagittarius who loves horseback riding, country music and dreams of becoming a paramedic while driving a Tesla.
Fort Macleod ER Closed Overnight - Staff Shortage
The Fort Macleod Emergency Room faces temporary overnight closure due to qualified staff shortage. Learn about the impact and healthcare challenges in rural Alberta.
Foreign-trained nurses struggle to find work in Atlantic Canada
Internationally educated nurses in Atlantic Canada face significant hurdles finding employment despite nursing shortages. Learn about their challenges and potential solutions.
Paramedic spat on during arrest in Guelph
A Guelph-Wellington paramedic was assaulted while responding to an incident. Authorities confirm the medic was spat on during an arrest operation. Full details on the investigation.
Alberta Health Workers Vote for 12% Wage Increase
HSAA members in Alberta approve four-year collective agreement with 12% wage hike, ending 20-month contract dispute. Paramedics, therapists get additional increases.
AI Boom Sparks Memory Chip Shortage, Warn Tech Giants
Dell and HP warn of a major memory chip supply crunch driven by soaring AI demand, threatening price hikes for consumer electronics. Learn how this impacts you.
Cancer patient calls for new leadership at Owen Sound centre
Pat Kelly, a cancer patient at Brightshores Cancer Care Centre in Owen Sound, demands leadership overhaul amid ongoing oncologist recruitment challenges. Learn about the growing concerns.
Alberta's Private Surgery Plan Puts Patients at Risk
Medical students warn Alberta's new private-pay healthcare system will increase wait times and drain doctors from the public system. Learn how privatization impacts patient care.
Windsor-Essex MRI/CT scan delays reach 2 years
Patients in Windsor-Essex face critical delays for MRI and CT scans due to staffing shortages, with some waiting up to two years for essential diagnostics.
Ontario's new doctor residency rules spark outrage
Internationally trained doctors express frustration as Ontario's new residency requirements exclude qualified physicians despite severe doctor shortages across the province.
How Rent Control Worsens Housing Shortages
Jerry Agar analyzes how rent control policies, intended to help tenants, create housing shortages and hurt middle-income landlords. Discover the unintended consequences.
New Partnership Expands Paramedic Training in Northern Ontario
Collège Boréal and Confederation College launch partnership to enhance critical paramedic training access across Northern Ontario, addressing healthcare gaps in remote communities.
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