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Alberta ERs Over Capacity, Need System-Wide Fixes

Alberta's hospitals face a chronic crisis with ERs and internal medicine units operating dangerously over capacity, leading to hallway care and patient safety risks. Read the analysis.

Quebec ERs at 300% Capacity Amid Early Flu Surge

A severe and early influenza A outbreak, combined with systemic healthcare failures, is overwhelming Quebec's emergency rooms. Doctors warn patient safety is at risk as occupancy rates soar. Learn the causes and urgent calls for action.

New Surrey school provides only temporary relief

École Snokomish Elementary opens in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood, but officials warn capacity pressures in B.C.'s largest district will return within years. The three-storey design may set a trend.

Man dies after 8-hour ER wait in Edmonton hospital

A 44-year-old man died at Grey Nuns Hospital after waiting eight hours in ER. A public letter criticizes the Alberta government for focusing on separation over healthcare. Read the full story.

Montreal ERs Over Capacity After Freezing Rain

Montreal emergency rooms are overwhelmed, with three facilities operating over 200% capacity after a freezing rain event. The Glen site ER hit 215% occupancy. Read the latest.

Man dies after 8-hour ER wait in Edmonton

The tragic death of Prashant Sreekumar, 44, after an 8-hour wait in an Edmonton emergency room underscores a critical crisis in Alberta's healthcare system. Frontline staff voice their daily fears.

Central Edmonton Schools Face 25% Student Growth

Edmonton Public Schools report severe overcrowding, with central schools like Delton and John A. McDougall experiencing 25% growth. Learn about the impact on student programming.

25 Deaths in ICE Custody Prompt Lawmaker Scrutiny

US House Democrats demand answers from DHS after a record 25 immigrant detainee deaths in 2025. Lawmakers cite systemic medical neglect and overcrowding. Read the full investigation.

15-month hospital wait for nursing home bed in N.B.

Harold 'Malcolm' Jones has been living at Saint John Regional Hospital since summer 2024 awaiting a nursing home placement. Discover the healthcare crisis affecting seniors across New Brunswick.

Ontario launches bundled home care to relieve hospitals

Ontario introduces High-Intensity Bundled Home Care program to reduce hospital overcrowding by providing comprehensive medical services directly to patients' homes. Learn how this initiative aims to transform healthcare delivery.

Canada's Prison Crisis: Beyond Bail Reform

Canada's correctional system faces a humanitarian crisis with overcrowded prisons, mental health emergencies, and soaring inmate deaths. Experts reveal why focusing solely on bail reform misses the bigger picture.

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