Windsor ESHC Pediatric Respiratory Clinic Opens for Flu Season
Essex County families gain dedicated pediatric respiratory care as Windsor's ESHC launches specialized clinic for the 2025 flu season. Learn about services and timing.
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Child high blood pressure rates nearly double in 20 years
New research shows childhood hypertension rates have nearly doubled over two decades, with many cases going undetected during routine doctor visits. Learn about the silent health crisis affecting Canadian youth.
Skating program helps Cape Breton students with disabilities
Lily's Dream skating initiative transforms lives for Cape Breton students living with disabilities. Discover how this innovative program promotes inclusion and physical activity.
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.
Service Dog Transforms Life of Woman With Rare Condition
A West Island woman living with POTS finds freedom and independence through her life-changing service dog, Rowan. Discover how this remarkable partnership is rewriting the rules of living with invisible disabilities.
Halifax mothers fight to save infant feeding clinic
Desperate Nova Scotia parents are pleading with the provincial government to keep the IWK Infant Feeding Clinic open, calling it an irreplaceable resource for struggling families.
Montreal Children's Hospital Clears All Surgery Waitlists
In an unprecedented healthcare breakthrough, the Montreal Children's Hospital has completely eliminated surgical waitlists, ensuring immediate care for young patients across Quebec.
New Brunswick unveils 5-year accessibility plan
New Brunswick launches comprehensive strategy to create barrier-free province by addressing physical, digital, and social accessibility challenges through multi-year action plan.
COVID-19 Higher Heart Risk in Kids Than Vaccines: Study
Groundbreaking Canadian research shows COVID-19 infection carries significantly higher heart complication risks in children compared to mRNA vaccination. Get the facts about myocarditis and pericarditis risks.
Calgary Toddler's Brave Fight Against Stage 4 Cancer
Meet Aurora, a courageous 18-month-old Calgary girl waging an inspiring war against stage 4 neuroblastoma. Discover her family's emotional journey and how community support is making a difference.
Halifax freshman leads university sports inclusion charge
A first-year student at Saint Mary's University is transforming athletic participation barriers into opportunities for inclusion, creating waves across Canadian university sports programs.
Cambridge Youth Wellness Hub Opens with Free Services
Cambridge, Ontario celebrates the opening of a groundbreaking youth wellness hub offering free mental health, addiction, and primary care services to young people aged 12-26.
Thieves steal $3,500 gear from disabled hockey team
A specially-adapted hockey team for players with disabilities in Colwood, BC faces devastating equipment theft just before their season, leaving athletes heartbroken and the community rallying to help.
Calgary Cerebral Palsy Expo Unites Families With Resources
Discover how Calgary's Neuromotor Resource Expo is transforming lives by connecting cerebral palsy families with cutting-edge therapies, support networks, and community resources in one powerful event.
Katelyn Bedard's Legacy Lives Through Windsor Bowl-a-Thon
Discover how a Windsor community transformed tragedy into hope through an annual bowling event that has raised vital funds for pediatric care across Ontario for nearly two decades.
Waterloo's Revolutionary Toddler Eye Test Breakthrough
A groundbreaking eye test developed in Waterloo, Ontario could transform how young children's vision problems are detected, using child-friendly technology to catch issues early.
Alberta students rally for teachers, protest disability program
Edmonton students joined forces with protesters demanding better support for teachers and condemning Alberta's Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) in a powerful demonstration at the Legislature grounds.
Regina Aims for 100% Accessible Playgrounds Citywide
Regina embarks on ambitious playground renewal project with groundbreaking commitment to make every city playground fully accessible for children of all abilities.
Kid Rock Faces Backlash for Ableist Slur About Special Olympics
Controversy erupts as musician Kid Rock uses offensive language while discussing Special Olympics, sparking widespread condemnation from disability advocates and fans alike.
Disability 'Die-In' Protest at Alberta Legislature Over ADAP
Disability rights activists are organizing a dramatic 'die-in' protest at the Alberta Legislature to oppose provincial changes to disability support programs they say will leave vulnerable citizens without essential services.
Disability advocate supports Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment
In a surprising move, disability advocate David Lepofsky endorses the controversial Lansdowne 2.0 project, citing significant accessibility improvements over current facilities.
Dyslexia: Canada's Silent Education Crisis
Discover why dyslexia affects 1 in 5 Canadians and how early screening and proper support can transform educational outcomes and unlock hidden potential.
BC Children's Hospital breakthrough makes transplants safer for kids
Vancouver researchers develop groundbreaking method to protect vulnerable children from deadly infections during bone marrow transplants, potentially revolutionizing pediatric care.
Saskatoon Mom Pushes for Wheelchair-Accessible Playgrounds
A determined Saskatoon mother is transforming local playgrounds to ensure children with mobility challenges can play alongside their peers, sparking an accessibility movement across Saskatchewan.
Waterloo Region Leaf Collection Rules Explained
Master Waterloo Region's leaf collection rules with our complete guide. Learn collection schedules, bag requirements, and pro tips to keep your property clean this autumn.
Blind Workers Laid Off During Government Shutdown Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how vulnerable blind workers became collateral damage in political standoff, with devastating consequences for disability employment programs.
Boyle Street reveals new logo for Edmonton facility
Edmonton's Boyle Street Community Services reveals a transformative new brand identity and logo, symbolizing hope and forward movement as they prepare to open their state-of-the-art facility in 2025.
BC boy's heartwarming Halloween comeback after surgery
A young BC boy prepares for his first trick-or-treating adventure after missing Halloween for critical heart surgery - a journey of courage and recovery that will melt your heart.
Dartmouth Care Facility Closing in Human Rights Settlement
Ocean View Manor, a long-term care facility in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, will close permanently on December 31st as part of a human rights remedy affecting residents with disabilities across the province.
Carney: Disability inclusion key to public service renewal
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney argues that tapping into the talents of people with disabilities could transform Canada's public service and address critical workforce shortages.
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