Alberta Health Reform: Small Step, Limited Impact
Alberta's new health legislation allows private payment but maintains central control. Will this reduce wait times or just create more bureaucracy? Read our analysis.
Alberta's new health legislation allows private payment but maintains central control. Will this reduce wait times or just create more bureaucracy? Read our analysis.
Northern Ontario's inaugural private mental health walk-in clinic has launched in Sudbury, offering immediate support services. Discover how this healthcare innovation addresses critical gaps in mental health care access.
New federal data reveals medical assistance in dying accounted for 5.1% of all deaths in Canada last year, with cancer being the most common underlying condition. Read the full report.
Winnipeg sees significant growth in golf participation according to latest city data. Discover how local courses are thriving and what this means for community recreation.
Labrador faces a tuberculosis outbreak weeks after Inuit groups warned about health funding cuts. Learn about the crisis and its impact on Indigenous communities.
WHO reports a dramatic 71% decline in global measles cases over 24 years, crediting improved vaccination efforts. Learn how this public health victory was achieved.
Canada's housing market shows steady recovery with sales rising for six of seven months. Alberta leads October gains while national inventory remains balanced at 4.4 months.
Canadians under 35 doubled their net wealth since 2020, but face the lowest income growth in the nation. Discover the risks to their financial future.
A new report shows Alberta's health care spending is growing faster than the economy, reaching $9,597 per person in 2025. Discover the key factors driving this increase.
New Enserva report reveals tough 2025 for Canada's oilpatch with one project potentially changing fortunes. Read analysis of energy sector challenges and opportunities.
New Fraser Institute research reveals Ontario's housing affordability crisis now impacts smaller communities like Brantford, where mortgage payments consume over 70% of family income.
RCMP report reveals assault as the most common criminal offence in New Brunswick during 2024. Get the latest crime statistics and analysis.
As Alberta's health-care spending hits 39% of the provincial budget, the UCP proposes private service options. Could this blended model solve the system's crisis?
TransUnion reports Canadian consumer debt reached $2.6 trillion in Q3 2025 as mortgage churn increases and economic disparities widen across provinces.
Alberta's UCP government introduces fundamental health care legislation allowing private-public shifts, changing payment structures, and requiring health card reapplication.
Health Minister Marjorie Michel states the expert pharmacare report is not binding, leaving the future of a national drug plan uncertain. Learn about the implications.
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has approved a modest spending increase for its 2026 budget. Learn how this affects local public health services in our community.
Health Minister Marjorie Michel rejects crucial pharmacare recommendation from expert panel, raising questions about Canada's drug coverage future. Learn what this means for healthcare.
Federal government announces $35 million investment for 30 oral health training programs to strengthen Canada's dental care workforce and improve access to care.
Health-care workers across Alberta commence strike action as union reveals picket locations. Get the latest updates on the labor dispute affecting provincial health services.
Approximately 3,500 Alberta LPNs and health-care aides are set to strike Saturday, potentially delaying elective surgeries. Learn the key details and impacts.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith introduces hybrid healthcare model, sparking debate about reforming Canada's struggling system. Critics voice concerns while supporters point to Quebec's success with private clinics.
A Quebec coroner's report reveals a misleading sign and missing safety buoys contributed to a tragic drowning at Verdun beach. Discover the safety changes Montreal has implemented.
Timmins welcomes a new francophone community health centre serving over 1,700 French-speaking patients. Learn how this facility addresses healthcare gaps in Northern Ontario.
A new report from Halifax reveals speed display signs have a minimal impact, slowing drivers by just 1 km/h. Discover the findings and what it means for traffic safety.
President Trump's ambitious Golden Dome missile defense project encounters significant delays and operational challenges. Learn about the setbacks impacting this crucial defense initiative.
Alberta Premier and Education Minister will unveil findings from task force examining classroom challenges. Key report addresses educator concerns across provincial schools.
UN confirms Islamic State-backed rebels killed 89 people in multiple attacks in eastern Congo. Latest violence highlights ongoing security crisis in the region.
A new report reveals Windsor families face $271 weekly grocery bills as food inflation persists. Learn how local households are coping with rising costs.
New data from DoorDash and Google reveals how your province influences your Thanksgiving side dish preferences. Discover Canada's regional food dialects!