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.
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Shopify CEO criticizes foreign tech subsidies
Shopify CEO Tobias Lütke calls out Liberal government's $72M subsidy to Nokia as 'toxic' to Canadian tech economy. Analysis shows Canada ranks 17th in global innovation.
Calgary's downtown revival exposes economic double standard
Analysis reveals how Calgary's office conversion subsidies favor corporations over citizens while public amenities like libraries prove more effective for urban revival.
Saskatchewan Petition Targets Long-Term Care Safety
A Regina resident launches petition demanding mandatory care plan comprehension for Saskatchewan long-term care staff to protect vulnerable residents across the province.
Shopify CEO Criticizes Foreign Tech Subsidies
Shopify CEO Tobias Lutke calls federal subsidies for foreign tech firms 'toxic.' Analysis reveals Canada ranks 17th in global innovation, contradicting government claims.
First Private Mental Health Walk-In Clinic Opens in Sudbury
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.
MAID accounts for 5% of Canadian deaths in 2024
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.
TB Outbreak Hits Labrador After Inuit Funding Loss
Labrador faces a tuberculosis outbreak weeks after Inuit groups warned about health funding cuts. Learn about the crisis and its impact on Indigenous communities.
Alberta Doctors Support New Public-Private Surgery Plan
Alberta physicians explain why expanding private delivery within the public health system can improve access to timely care and reduce wait times for essential surgeries.
Nova Scotia long-term care workers vote to strike
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.
$4.7M for Atlantic Canada Dental Care Projects
Atlantic Canada receives $4.7 million federal funding for dental care initiatives, improving access to essential oral health services across the region.
Reddit Becomes Unlikely Doctor Finder in Ottawa
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 push for long-term care action
Sunshine Coast residents demand immediate action as long-term care facilities remain empty while seniors await placement. Community advocates call for provincial intervention.
Parent's Guide to Cold and Flu Season in Canada
Essential guidance for Canadian parents during peak cold and flu season. Learn preventive strategies and when to seek medical attention for your child's health.
Alberta health spending $9,597 per person in 2025
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 long-term care wait times crisis
Sunshine Coast families demand provincial action as seniors face dangerously long wait times for long-term care beds. Learn about the growing healthcare crisis.
B.C. parents push for involuntary care for addicted youth
Desperate British Columbia parents are advocating for policy changes to allow involuntary care for drug-addicted children. Learn about their emotional fight for reform.
Legault Signals Amendments to Quebec Health-Care Bill
Premier François Legault and Quebec's family doctors federation resume negotiations, potentially amending controversial Bill 2. Read about the latest developments in Quebec health reform.
Cancer patient calls for new leadership at Owen Sound centre
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 extends federal child-care deal
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.
Saskatchewan renews $10-a-day daycare deal
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe confirms the province will sign a renewed five-year agreement for the $10-a-day child-care program this Friday, extending affordable daycare.
95K North York patients without care in healthcare strike
Over 95,000 patients in North York face weeks without primary care as healthcare workers strike for fair wages. Learn how this affects community health services.
Trump Approval Hits Term Low After Government Shutdown
CNN analysis reveals Democrats gained politically from the longest U.S. government shutdown despite health care setbacks. Trump's approval sinks to -15 points.
B.C. NDP changes Mental Health Act amid court challenge
B.C. government removes controversial 'deemed consent' provision from Mental Health Act in response to court challenge. Premier Eby defends involuntary care provisions.
Canadian Soldiers Quit Over Housing, Health Care
An internal report reveals Canadian Armed Forces members are leaving due to inadequate housing, long daycare waits, and lack of doctors. Learn the shocking details.
Manitoba approves rare disease drug coverage
Jeremy Bray wins drug coverage for rare condition after provincial announcement. Read how this decision impacts rare disease patients across Manitoba.
New Brunswick Opens Collaborative Care Clinic in St. Stephen
St. Stephen becomes the latest New Brunswick community to receive a collaborative care clinic, enhancing healthcare access for residents. Premier Susan Holt announced the initiative on November 25, 2025.
Quebec senior care crisis worsens as needs skyrocket
Quebec faces a growing senior care crisis with support needs set to surge dramatically. Learn about the current challenges and what's needed to address this urgent situation.
Rising Alberta health costs make private option viable
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?
Alberta UCP enacts major health care system reforms
Alberta's UCP government introduces fundamental health care legislation allowing private-public shifts, changing payment structures, and requiring health card reapplication.
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