New Brunswick has announced an increase to the income threshold for accessing government-funded home care services, allowing more seniors and individuals to qualify for support. Learn about the changes and who benefits.
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.
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?
The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society launches 'Helping Paws,' a free mobile veterinary clinic serving low-income households to prevent deadly parvovirus outbreaks. Read how this initiative brings critical care to doorsteps.
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
Families in the Greater Toronto Area are scrambling to secure before and after school care as more professionals return to the office, creating a critical shortage. Learn about the impacts and challenges.
Analysis reveals U.S. health care costs have surged 155% as a share of GDP since 1970. Columnist Star Parker argues for free-market solutions like Health Savings Accounts to cure a 'sick' system.
The Saint John Community Coalition launched a free store on December 6, 2025, offering essentials without cost. Discover how this initiative supports local residents in New Brunswick.
A Calgary dentist who defrauded insurers of nearly $700,000 for phantom dental work should go to prison, says the Crown. Defence argues her $500K+ restitution merits a non-custodial sentence. Sentencing in January.
The elite Philips Sonicare ExpertClean 7500 electric toothbrush is 50% off on Amazon Canada, a rare price drop to under $100. Reviewers rave about its dentist-level clean.
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
The City of Ottawa has extended its child-care funding agreement, yet families continue to wait for affordable $10-a-day spots and more spaces. Learn about the ongoing challenges and what it means for parents.
Columnist Randall Denley argues Auditor General Shelley Spence's 2025 report gives an unfairly negative view, ignoring real improvements like connecting 700,000 Ontarians to primary care.
A Toronto dentist faces serious charges after allegedly sexually assaulting two patients at his North York clinic. Police are urging potential victims to come forward.
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
Manitoba's official opposition calls for a mandatory standard of care for children with type-1 diabetes in schools. Parents in Winnipeg are advocating for provincial support for younger students.
A new 190-bed long-term care facility has officially opened in Shediac, New Brunswick, marking a significant investment in senior care for the region. Learn more about the project and its impact.
A new long-term care facility in North Bay has completed a major move, relocating 142 residents. The project, finished after over three years of construction, marks a significant upgrade for senior care in Northern Ontario.
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.
A Regina resident launches petition demanding mandatory care plan comprehension for Saskatchewan long-term care staff to protect vulnerable residents across the province.
Two Nova Scotia long-term care worker unions have voted to strike, demanding wage improvements. The potential labor action could affect care facilities across the province.
Atlantic Canada receives $4.7 million federal funding for dental care initiatives, improving access to essential oral health services across the region.
Faced with a failing provincial system, young Ottawans are using social media to find family doctors. Discover how Reddit fills healthcare gaps where official programs fail.
Sunshine Coast residents demand immediate action as long-term care facilities remain empty while seniors await placement. Community advocates call for provincial intervention.
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.
Sunshine Coast families demand provincial action as seniors face dangerously long wait times for long-term care beds. Learn about the growing healthcare crisis.
Pat Kelly, a cancer patient at Brightshores Cancer Care Centre in Owen Sound, demands leadership overhaul amid ongoing oncologist recruitment challenges. Learn about the growing concerns.
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announces the province will extend its child-care agreement with the federal government, securing affordable early learning and child care for families.