Leading Canadian health associations demand the federal government fix systemic barriers denying First Nations and Inuit children essential care under Jordan's Principle and the Inuit Child First Initiative.
A 35-year-old employee at a Sault Ste. Marie health-care facility faces multiple charges following a lengthy investigation dating back to late 2024. Get the full details on the case.
A youth care professor warns that constant stimulation is harming kids' mental health. Discover why allowing boredom is vital for healthy child development.
The state of emergency on Six Nations of the Grand River remains in effect as the community works to recover from significant flooding. Get the latest details on the ongoing situation.
Healthcare professionals in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside are calling on the local health authority to reopen a specialized wound care clinic, citing a critical need for the vulnerable community.
The Alberta government has launched a new public dashboard providing detailed metrics on health system performance across the province. Explore the data and see how your region measures up.
Prime Minister Mark Carney met with an environmental non-profit called Coastal First Nations, not a governing body representing over 70 B.C. coastal First Nations. The group is endorsed by just eight communities.
Mark Carney's push for West Coast economic development hits a snag as the Metlakatla First Nation demands resolution of a propane contract dispute before supporting any new projects, including pipelines. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A WinnipegArt pilot project unveils a pop-up replica of a renovated patient room at HSC Children's Hospital, aiming to enhance healing through art. See the transformation.
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.
Discover Barbra Hesson's curated picks for January 2026 children's books, featuring poetry, graphic novels, and heartwarming stories. Explore new releases for young readers.
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.
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.
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 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'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.
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.
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 launches new mental health care spaces to meet growing community needs. Discover the local initiatives bringing critical support and a fresh start in 2026.
A union representing tens of thousands of health care workers in British Columbia has ratified a new four-year collective agreement. Learn the details of this significant labour deal.
Nova Scotia announces a new digital home care platform set for 2027, aiming to modernize and streamline access to vital healthcare services for residents.
Senate Democrats are reluctant to force another government shutdown in January, believing they've won the political messaging war on health care despite failing to extend ACA subsidies. Internal party divides persist as the midterms approach.
Rep. Jim McGovern detailed years of unfulfilled pledges by Donald Trump to replace the Affordable Care Act. The House passed a GOP bill without extending key subsidies.
Residents of Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf in Barrie, Ontario, launched a festive campaign to ensure every child receives a Christmas present. Discover their inspiring story of community spirit.
Four House Republicans defy Speaker Mike Johnson, signing a Democratic petition to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire this month. Will the Senate act?