Alberta auto insurance caps causing harm: MEI report
A new report finds Alberta's auto insurance premium caps are straining the market, causing insurer losses and reduced competition. Experts call for policy change.
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Public servant denied prescription coverage for chronically ill daughter
An Ottawa public servant fights her health plan's denial of a weight-loss drug for her daughter, highlighting gaps in coverage for children with chronic illnesses. Read the family's struggle.
B.C. Strata Law: When to Refund Insurance Levies
A B.C. strata expert clarifies when a $250,000 insurance deductible levy must be refunded to owners after recovery, based on the Strata Property Act. Learn the legal requirements.
Alberta ER Doctor: Health Crisis Was 'Predictable'
Dr. Raj Sherman warns Alberta's health care crisis was avoidable. Get the full story on the systemic failures and the urgent call for solutions.
N.S. spent $7.7B on health care last year: auditor
Nova Scotia's auditor general reports the province spent $7.7 billion on health care in the last fiscal year. Explore the details and implications of this massive investment.
Alberta Health Update on Respiratory Virus Season
Alberta's chief medical officer of health will give an update on the respiratory virus season. Get the latest public health information and guidance.
Alberta's top doctor to provide flu update amid high cases
Alberta's chief medical officer will provide an update on the influenza season, which has seen over 13,150 cases since August. Get the latest public health details.
Saskatoon Letter Calls for Priority Dementia Care
A Saskatoon woman shares her husband's traumatic hospital experience, urging priority access to specialized geriatric units for mobile dementia patients. Her story highlights systemic care gaps.
Trump Veto Threat on ACA Subsidies Creates Uncertainty
President Trump may veto a bill to restore Affordable Care Act subsidies, threatening premium hikes for millions. The House passed the bill, but Senate action is uncertain. Learn the latest.
SGI rate hike could cost half-ton truck owners $100 more
SGI's proposed 2026–27 rate increases may hit commercial half-ton truck owners hardest, with plate costs rising nearly $100 annually. The NDP criticizes the plan.
Insurers Taking Losses Due to Alberta Auto Rate Cap
A major credit agency warns Alberta needs a long-term auto insurance fix as insurers face losses from the rate cap, risking more departures. Read the latest.
Ontario child care fees won't drop in 2026, $10/day target in question
Ontario parents will not see child care fees decrease this year, raising doubts about the province's $10-a-day promise. Explore the details and what this means for families.
Sask. woman advised to crowdfund for out-of-province brain tumour care
A Saskatchewan woman with a brain tumour was advised by provincial health officials to crowdfund for out-of-province treatment. Read about the systemic gaps in healthcare coverage.
Moe's Health Care Comments Draw NDP Ire, Privatization Fears
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe's call for 'innovative' health care delivery, citing Alberta, draws NDP accusations of privatization. The government fires back, defending new approaches. Read the clash.
Alberta Leads Health-Care Reform with European Approach
Alberta is pioneering health-care reform by adopting European funding and patient choice models to tackle long wait times and rising costs. Discover how these changes could reshape care.
Alberta's Care-first Insurance Model Criticized
An accident reconstruction engineer warns Alberta's new no-fault auto insurance model, starting in 2027, grants excessive power to insurers and strips drivers of legal recourse. Learn the risks.
‘Code Red’: Urgent Call for Ontario to Fix Grey-Bruce Cancer Care
A health coalition declares a ‘code red’ for oncology services in Owen Sound, urging immediate provincial intervention as palliative patients lobby for change. Read the full story.
Alberta Parents Advocate for School Diabetes Care Standards
Alberta parents are leading a grassroots initiative to establish a mandatory, consistent standard of care for students with Type 1 diabetes in schools, addressing a critical gap in provincial support.
Quebec bans health care agencies in 5 regions
Quebec mandates five regions to stop using private health care employment agencies, aiming to reduce reliance on costly temporary staff and bolster the public system. Learn about the impacts.
U.S. Federal Workers Sue Over End to Trans Health Coverage
A new U.S. policy ending insurance coverage for gender-affirming care faces a legal challenge from federal employees, who call it discriminatory. The complaint was filed Thursday.
Health Insurance Costs Soar as Key Subsidies Expire
Enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits have expired, raising health insurance premiums for millions of Americans. Learn about the political stalemate and real-life impacts.
Alberta Bill 11: The Real Cost of Dual-Practice Health Care
Alberta's Bill 11 fuels debate on private-pay health services. Critics warn of a two-tier system, while capacity issues persist. Explore the impact on universal care in Canada.
Alberta Health System's New Legal Structure Now in Place
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirms the new legal framework for the province's health system is operational. The focus now shifts to delivering tangible results for Albertans.
Ontario Funds Private Clinics for Hip, Knee Surgeries
Ontario's PC government allocates $125 million to private clinics for hip and knee replacements, aiming to cut wait times. Analysis argues for broader two-tier health care reform.
Canada's Health Care Crisis: 28.6-Week Wait Times
Millions of Canadians lack a family doctor as wait times hit 28.6 weeks. Fraser Institute analyst Mackenzie Moir argues for structural reform, pointing to better-performing universal systems abroad. Read more.
Alberta Separation Referendum Question Approved
Elections Alberta has approved a proposed referendum question on provincial independence. The Alberta Prosperity Project now must gather nearly 178,000 signatures to proceed.
Manitoba Drivers' Wild Insurance Fraud Attempts in 2025
Manitoba saw brazen insurance fraud attempts in 2025, including a Winnipeg arson gone wrong and a vehicle reported stolen while en route to Dubai. Authorities detail the schemes.
N.B. Premier Holt on Health Care: 2025 Foundation, 2026 Results
New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt states 2025 set the groundwork for health system improvements. The coming year, 2026, will be focused on delivering tangible results for residents.
Barrie Expands Mental Health Care Spaces for New Year
Barrie launches new mental health care spaces to meet growing community needs. Discover the local initiatives bringing critical support and a fresh start in 2026.
Alberta Health Leaders Eye Renewed Collaboration in 2025
Alberta's Health Minister and the province's new permanent Chief Medical Officer of Health aim to strengthen their working relationship. Get the latest on this key development for public health.
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