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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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.
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.
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.
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.
Alberta's Dual-Practice Health Model Puts Patients First
Alberta's new health reforms introduce dual-practice for physicians, aiming to reduce wait times while maintaining universal coverage. Learn how this hybrid model could transform Canadian healthcare.
Mom Demands Reform After Daughter's Suicide Following FOI
Maya Cassady, 17, died by suicide after obtaining her mental health records through freedom of information. Her mother now advocates for systemic reform to protect vulnerable youth.
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?
Ontario Moves to Reinstate Cash Bail System
Ontario plans controversial legislation to require cash deposits for bail, reversing 50+ years of Canadian legal practice. Critics question constitutionality amid public safety concerns.
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.
Alberta's Bill 11 seeks health system changes, dual practice
Alberta's Bill 11 proposes major healthcare reforms including dual practice for specialists and changes to drug coverage. Learn how this could impact your healthcare access.
WECHU approves slight 2026 budget spending increase
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.
$35M for 30 Canadian Oral Health Training Programs
Federal government announces $35 million investment for 30 oral health training programs to strengthen Canada's dental care workforce and improve access to care.
Quebec Health Law Seizes Power, Angers Doctors
Quebec's new health legislation grants government unilateral control over doctor pay and patient assignments, sparking fierce backlash from physicians. Learn about the seismic shift in Canadian healthcare.
Alberta Health-Care Union Strike Locations Announced
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.
Alberta health workers strike set for Saturday
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's health reform sparks debate on fixing system
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.
New Francophone Health Centre Opens in Timmins
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.
Experts: Private Health Care May Increase Mortality
Medical specialists in Montreal express grave concerns that the privatization of Canada's health care could lead to increased patient mortality rates. Learn more about the risks.
Political Appointees Risk Canada's Health Care System
Experienced health leaders are being replaced by political appointees across Canada, risking universal healthcare. Learn how this shift from expertise to ideology puts patient care in jeopardy.
Brampton Widower Demands Hospital Reform at City Hall
A grieving widower's emotional breakdown at Brampton City Hall highlights urgent calls for hospital reform as Group A sepsis infections devastate families nationwide.
Alberta health-care workers strike set for Saturday
16,000 Alberta LPNs and health-care aides begin strike Saturday after failed negotiations. Critical services impacted as union demands fair wages and staffing. Follow for updates.
Alberta health-care workers serve strike notice
AUPE members in Alberta have served strike notice, potentially disrupting health services across the province. Learn about the implications and next steps.
New Calgary Youth Mental Health Facility Opening 2027
Calgary's new CASA Mental Health facility will provide specialized care for 81 youth with complex mental health challenges, addressing growing needs in Alberta communities.
Toronto's New Medical Officer of Health Dr. Michelle Murti
Dr. Michelle Murti begins her tenure as Toronto's medical officer of health, bringing fresh perspective to public health challenges. Learn about her vision for Toronto Public Health.
Toronto's new top doctor: affordability key to health
Dr. Michelle Murti, Toronto's new Medical Officer of Health, declares affordability a critical health issue affecting residents' wellbeing. Learn how economic stress impacts public health outcomes.
400 Quebec doctors apply to leave after health bill
Nearly 400 Quebec physicians have applied to practice elsewhere in Canada following the controversial Bill 2, marking a significant departure from historical trends. Read more about the healthcare exodus.
Tuberculosis Outbreak in Edmonton Inner City
Alberta health officials declare a tuberculosis outbreak in Edmonton's inner city, with a dozen cases linked to the homeless population. Learn about the risks and response.
Half of young Canadian men at risk of problem anger
New research reveals 50% of Canadian men aged 19-29 struggle with problem anger affecting daily life. Learn about the mental health crisis and available support resources.
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