Bill 2's Emotional Toll on Quebec Doctors
Sara Michaels shares how Quebec's Bill 2 is demoralizing dedicated physicians like her father, threatening the human connection at the heart of medicine. Read her powerful personal account.
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Saskatchewan signs first nurse practitioner contracts
Saskatchewan takes historic step by signing first contracts with nurse practitioners to expand primary care access across the province. Learn how this initiative will transform healthcare delivery.
Quebec pediatricians protest doctor pay law at hospitals
Pediatricians across Quebec organized protests at hospitals on November 16, 2025, opposing new legislation affecting physician compensation. Learn about the healthcare dispute.
Family turned away from hotel over guide dog
An Ottawa family was refused service at a Saint-Jérôme Comfort Inn due to a service dog. The incident highlights ongoing accessibility challenges in Canada. Learn more about your rights.
Community protests ER closures at Mission Memorial Hospital
Community members gathered outside Mission Memorial Hospital to protest emergency room closures. Learn about the growing concerns over healthcare access in British Columbia.
400 Quebec doctors apply to leave after health bill
Nearly 400 Quebec physicians have applied to practice elsewhere in Canada following the controversial Bill 2, marking a significant departure from historical trends. Read more about the healthcare exodus.
Doctor faces new sex assault charges at NS and NB hospitals
Sirpal Sanjeev faces additional sex assault charges at Nova Scotia and New Brunswick hospitals while his medical license was revoked for falsifying education credentials.
Quebec judge denies medical students' Bill 2 challenge
Superior Court rejects medical students' request to suspend parts of Quebec's new doctors' law, citing public's right to medical care over free speech concerns.
Quebec drops doctor surveillance from Bill 2
Quebec Health Minister Christian Dubé confirms controversial physician monitoring provision in Bill 2 will not be enforced. Get the latest on healthcare policy changes.
Quebec Bill 2 Healthcare Reform Faces Doctor Shortage
Quebec's Bill 2 aims to provide healthcare access but lacks investment in new doctors and staff. As physicians protest and burnout rates soar, 1.5 million Quebecers remain without family doctors.
Tsuut'ina Rejects G7 Scroll Over Water Issues
Tsuut'ina Nation refuses symbolic G7 gift, citing Canada's failure to resolve long-standing drinking water advisories on reserves. Read the full story.
300 Quebec Doctors Seek Ontario Licenses in One Month
Nearly 300 Quebec physicians applied for Ontario medical licenses in less than a month, signaling potential healthcare workforce shifts between provinces. Learn what's driving this trend.
Quebec surgeon questions future after Bill 2 shakes healthcare
A Montreal surgeon shares how Quebec's Bill 2 has shaken his faith in the healthcare system and made him question whether he can continue practicing in the province he loves.
Most Quebecers oppose doctor pay reform: poll
Nearly half of Quebecers oppose Legault's doctor payment reform, with 73% fearing physicians will leave the province. Read about the growing controversy.
Quebec cuts doctor paperwork, frees 310,000 appointments
Quebec's health minister announces reduced physician paperwork, freeing 310,000 medical appointments. Major healthcare efficiency improvement for patients across the province.
Quebec doctors flee to Ontario after Bill 2 passage
Over 260 Quebec doctors apply to work in Ontario following controversial Bill 2 that reforms physician pay and imposes massive fines for protests. Read the full story.
Ontario Braces for Severe Flu Season: Health Alert
Health experts warn Ontario could face a challenging flu season. Learn about vaccine access concerns and preventive measures to protect your family this winter.
Calgary Mom Faces Flu Vaccine Access Challenges
A Calgary mother's difficulty accessing flu shots reflects broader concerns as experts warn of a severe flu season ahead. Learn about vaccination challenges in Alberta.
New Website Connects Canadians with Cancer Clinical Trials
A new online platform helps Canadian cancer patients discover available clinical trials. Learn how this resource could transform cancer care access across the country.
Outaouais doctors protest new Quebec health legislation
Medical professionals in the Outaouais region are raising concerns about provincial legislation they say will worsen healthcare access. Learn how this affects patients.
STM weekend strike threatens food bank access
Labour tribunal considers conditions for STM weekend strike as food bank director warns shutdown would endanger vulnerable Montrealers needing essential services.
Quebec Doctors Warn Bill 2 Threatens Children's Healthcare
Medical professionals across Quebec are sounding alarms that proposed legislation could severely restrict children's access to essential medical care and create dangerous bureaucratic barriers.
Nova Scotia's Digital Healthcare Transformation
Nova Scotia embraces digital healthcare solutions, breaking down barriers and bringing medical services directly to patients through innovative online platforms and virtual care tools.
NB Hospital to Pay $5K for French Language Rights Violation
A New Brunswick hospital must compensate a patient $5,000 after staff failed to provide services in French, highlighting ongoing official language rights enforcement in Canada's only bilingual province.
Quebec Judge Halts Bill 2 - Doctors Win Free Speech Fight
A Quebec Superior Court judge has suspended Bill 2, legislation that would have restricted doctors' ability to protest. This landmark ruling protects physicians' freedom of expression rights across Quebec.
Quebec doctors challenge salary law in court
Quebec physicians are taking legal action against Bill 15's salary provisions, claiming the government is violating constitutional rights and undermining fair compensation negotiations.
Nova Scotia family doctor shortage affects 158,902 residents
New data reveals Nova Scotia's healthcare crisis deepens as waitlist for family practices hits record high. Discover what this means for residents and the government's response.
Rural Saskatchewan Faces Cybersecurity & Internet Challenges
Saskatchewan's rural municipalities confront dual challenges of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and inadequate internet connectivity during pivotal SARM midterm convention discussions.
Manitoba Approves Life-Saving Drug for Dying Boy
A Steinbach family celebrates as the Manitoba government approves coverage for a costly medication that could save their son's life after months of uncertainty and desperate appeals.
Quebec's Bill 2: A Blow to Aging Population
Quebec's newly proposed Bill 2 threatens to dismantle financial protections for the elderly, creating barriers to healthcare access and potentially devastating retirement plans across the province.
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