Ontario Making Progress on Primary Care Access Goals
Ontario Health Minister Sylvia Jones announced the province is on track to connect more residents with primary care. Learn the latest on this key healthcare initiative.
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New Doctors Ease Service Gaps in Watrous, Saskatchewan
Watrous residents see positive change as new physicians address emergency room closures that plagued the community. Read about the town's healthcare turnaround.
Busy flu season could lead to hospital wait times over 10 hours
A severe flu season is overwhelming hospitals, potentially causing emergency room waits exceeding 10 hours. The Ontario Medical Association warns of a concurrent family doctor shortage.
OMA Warns of Critical Family Doctor Shortage in Ontario
The Ontario Medical Association issues a stark warning about a growing family physician shortage, threatening access to primary care across the province. Learn the details and potential impacts.
Montreal Clinics Stay Open After Quebec Bill 2 Delay
Several Montreal-area medical clinics have postponed closure plans after Quebec delayed Bill 2 reforms. However, doctors warn the future remains uncertain as negotiations over payment models continue.
Lethbridge adds doctors but still faces physician shortage
Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge is recruiting more physicians, yet Alberta's healthcare system continues to grapple with a severe doctor shortage. Learn about the ongoing challenges.
Virtual Doctors Keep Saskatchewan Rural ERs Open
Saskatchewan is using virtual physician technology to maintain emergency services in rural communities facing critical doctor shortages. Learn how this controversial solution is working.
Kahnawake Mohawk Council gives $500 payments for inflation
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawake is distributing $500 to community members to help offset rising living costs. Learn about this direct financial support measure.
Gen Z Skips Down Payment Savings to Splurge on Travel
Facing unaffordable housing, Gen Z Canadians are shifting financial goals. A new survey shows 43% prioritize travel, surpassing home buying and retirement savings.
Lethbridge Mayor Focuses on Doctor Recruitment, Crime Drop
Re-elected Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen outlines priorities: recruiting family doctors and building on a 19% drop in the Crime Severity Index. Learn about the city's strategy.
Heart attack leads to lifelong friendship in Montreal
A Montreal hockey historian's life was saved by a quick-thinking ER doctor. Now, they share an unbreakable bond. Read this inspiring story of friendship born from crisis.
Saks Skips $100M Bond Payment Amid Creditor Talks
Cash-strapped Saks Global Enterprises misses a major interest payment as it negotiates with creditors, following a sharp decline in its bonds and recent debt restructuring.
Whistler warns of fake QR code parking scam
Whistler officials warn of fraudulent QR codes found on parking pay stations. Learn how to spot the scam and pay for parking safely in the resort municipality.
Mobile Game Revenue Soars 2.2x with DTC Payment Shift
Yodo1's partnership with Neon for Transformers: Earth Wars shifted player spending, cutting platform fees and boosting webshop revenue share to 57%. Discover the strategy behind the growth.
Ontario Works January Payment Details for Windsor
Essential information for Windsor residents on collecting Ontario Works cheques and payment cards for January 2026. Learn the key dates and procedures.
Edmonton doctor leads Canadian Centre on Substance Use
Dr. Louis Francescutti, an Edmonton emergency physician, takes the helm at the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, aiming to tackle the root causes of addiction impacting Canada's healthcare system.
Man arrested for trying to pay Brandon business with drugs
A Winnipeg man faces charges after allegedly offering drugs as payment at a Brandon business. Brandon Police Service confirmed the arrest on December 24, 2025.
Canadian Doctor James Naismith Invented Basketball
Discover how Canadian-born Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in 1891 to tame unruly students, creating a global sport for over 400 million. Explore his legacy.
Doctor's Orders: Belly Laugh 2-5 Days a Week
A health expert prescribes intentional laughter as a weekly wellness routine. Discover the surprising benefits of a good belly laugh and how to integrate it into your life.
Canadian Doctor Criticizes 'Closed Off' Medical Training System
An Edmonton-born physician shares her challenging journey through Canada's restrictive medical residency system, highlighting barriers for Canadian-trained doctors seeking to practice at home.
Gatineau residents skeptical of new Quebec doctor deal
Despite a new provincial agreement with physicians, Gatineau families like Edward Blanco-Steger's, whose doctor is leaving, fear healthcare access won't improve. Read about the local concerns.
Calgary woman can't afford doctor's fee for disability form
A Calgary woman on AISH says a $420 doctor's fee prevents her from applying for the federal disability tax credit, risking a $200 monthly clawback. The deadline is February 28.
How to prepare for your first meeting with a financial planner
A Windsor couple in their 30s with a $130K income prepares to meet a financial planner for the first time. Experts detail the essential documents to bring and key questions to ask to achieve their home-buying goal.
Doctor gets life for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12
Former anaesthetist Frederic Pechier receives a life sentence for poisoning patients in a bid to discredit colleagues. Read the shocking details of the French medical scandal.
Court grants review for doctor fighting $600K repayment order
An Ontario doctor has been granted a judicial review in her battle against a $600,000 repayment order related to COVID-19 vaccines. Get the latest on this developing legal case.
French Doctor Gets Life for Poisoning Patients, Killing 12
A French anesthesiologist has been sentenced to life in prison for poisoning dozens of patients, resulting in 12 deaths. The shocking case unfolded in Besançon clinics.
Trump announces $1,776 military payment in national address
President Donald Trump used a prime-time TV address to announce a special holiday payment for troops and future housing reforms, while blaming predecessor Joe Biden for economic woes.
Winnipeg Doctor Assaulted in Hospital Emergency Department
A doctor was assaulted in a Winnipeg emergency department, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for healthcare workers. Shared Health confirms the incident occurred amid rising tensions.
Doctor gets home confinement in Matthew Perry ketamine case
A doctor involved in selling ketamine to actor Matthew Perry receives a sentence of less than a year of home confinement. Get the latest details on this high-profile case.
Surrey to Open Two Municipal Clinics for Doctor Shortage
Surrey, B.C., announces two new city-run health clinics opening in 2025 to address the critical family physician shortage. Mayor Brenda Locke leads the initiative to improve local healthcare access.
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