Alberta to Test Higher 120 km/h Speed Limits
Alberta plans to test 120 km/h speed limits on select rural highways. A reader argues the de facto limit is already 120 km/h, raising safety concerns. Plus, letters on MAID access and immigration policy.
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Toronto Dentist Charged with Sexual Assault During Treatment
A Toronto dentist faces a criminal charge following an alleged sexual assault of a patient during a dental procedure. Police are urging any other potential victims to come forward.
Guards barred from hospital after leaving man in cold
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has banned security guards from its facilities after video showed a man in a wheelchair left outside in freezing temperatures. Read the full story.
Edmonton cancer bell ceremony returns after outcry
Alberta Health Services reinstates the cherished bell-ringing ceremony at Edmonton's Cross Cancer Institute after families voiced their concerns. Read the full story of community impact.
Judge stops husband's 'Death Plan' for wife with Alzheimer's
A B.C. Supreme Court judge has intervened to protect a 77-year-old woman with advanced Alzheimer's from her husband, who openly discussed a plan to end her life if she became ineligible for MAID. Read the full ruling details.
Regina officer disciplined for privacy breaches
A Regina police officer received a one-day unpaid suspension after improperly accessing personal data 67 times. Chief Lorilee Davies responds to the privacy commissioner's report.
B.C. FOI 'Black Box' Exposed in Watchdog Study
A new study by B.C.'s information watchdog is investigating the opaque 'black box' of the province's freedom of information systems. Learn about the findings and their implications for transparency.
New Community Legal Clinic Launched on Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island announces a new community legal clinic to improve access to justice for residents. Learn about the initiative and its goals for 2025.
French Doctor Gets Life for Poisoning Patients, Killing 12
A French anesthesiologist has been sentenced to life in prison for poisoning dozens of patients, resulting in 12 deaths. The shocking case unfolded in Besançon clinics.
Safety fears as Winnipeg hospital bus stop moved
The relocation of a bus stop from Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg has raised significant safety and accessibility concerns for vulnerable patients and staff. Learn about the community's response.
IWK Health asks public to help find missing 18-year-old patient
IWK Health in Halifax is asking for the public's assistance in locating Wyatt Zwicker, an 18-year-old patient who is missing. The appeal was issued on December 16, 2025.
New Waiting Room Opens at University of Alberta Hospital
A newly renovated waiting area has opened at Edmonton's University of Alberta Hospital, offering a more comfortable space for patients and families. Learn about the upgrades and their impact.
Regina doctor accused of improper billing, patient safety risk
A Regina physician faces 10 charges of unprofessional conduct, accused of improper billing and working concurrent shifts that allegedly risked patient safety. Learn the details from the College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Saskatchewan Needs Strong Privacy Laws for AI Era
An opinion piece argues Saskatchewan's cybersecurity pact is insufficient. The province needs robust privacy legislation to govern AI data use, citing real-world examples of potential breaches.
Vancouver's $10 Info Request Fee Called 'Discouraging'
Vancouver considers a $10 fee for information requests, raising concerns about public transparency. Advocates warn it could hinder access to city data.
Sask. nurse shares scary ER incident with armed patient
A Saskatchewan nurse recounts a frightening event where a patient brought firearms and knives into a Saskatoon emergency room. Read the full story and its implications for hospital safety.
Woman gives birth in car after hospital discharge
An Indiana couple is demanding changes after the mother was allegedly discharged from Franciscan Health while in active labor, leading to a car birth. The father speaks out.
LHSC's new home care transition program aids patient recovery
London Health Sciences Centre unveils a new health care program designed to bridge the gap between hospital discharge and home recovery, providing crucial support for patients like Elisabeth Hutchison.
Alberta privacy chief concerned over health IDs
Alberta's privacy commissioner voices significant concerns about personal health numbers appearing on identification cards, highlighting privacy risks for citizens. Learn about the implications.
Essex OPP Investigating Robbery, Releases Suspect Info
Ontario Provincial Police in Essex are investigating a robbery and have released a suspect sketch and vehicle photo. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Dentist charged with assaulting patients in North York
A Toronto dentist faces serious charges after allegedly sexually assaulting two patients at his North York clinic. Police are urging potential victims to come forward.
IWK Hospital launches new clinical info system
Halifax's IWK Health is set to launch the new One Person One Record clinical information system this weekend, aiming to streamline patient data for healthcare professionals.
Vancouver Tower Pivots from Rentals to Medical Lodge
A controversial Vancouver tower project, once slated for market rentals, is being sold and converted into a medical travel lodge for Indigenous patients. The $235M shift reflects changing rental demand.
Pentagon: Hegseth Risked Troops with Signal Chat
A Pentagon watchdog report concludes Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth endangered U.S. troops by sharing attack plans on Signal. Read the full investigation details.
Nurse fired after video shows ignoring woman in labour
A Texas nurse is no longer employed after a video surfaced showing her asking a woman in active labour to complete paperwork. The incident has sparked outrage and hospital accountability.
U.S. crude, fuel inventories rose last week: EIA
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported a rise in crude oil and fuel stockpiles for the previous week. Get the latest data on energy inventories and market implications.
Quebec medical directors vow to defy health-care law Bill 2
Heads of Quebec's family medicine departments refuse to implement parts of Bill 2, citing overburdened clinics and a flawed surveillance role. They demand suspension of key articles.
B.C. legislature passes Mental Health Act confidence bill
The B.C. government has passed significant reforms to the Mental Health Act, enhancing patient rights and oversight. Learn about the key changes and what they mean for care.
Regina doctor suspended for 6 months over patient misconduct
A Regina physician has been suspended for six months following findings of sexual impropriety with patients. Learn the details of the disciplinary action and its implications.
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.
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