CKHA Program Eases Hospital-to-Home Transition
Chatham-Kent Health Alliance launches a new patient navigation program to support individuals transitioning from hospital care back to their homes, aiming to improve recovery and reduce readmissions.
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Regina budget yields mixed results for grant programs
Regina's 2026 city budget spares community grants with a future boost but cuts heritage incentives. Local groups express relief and concern over the process.
Alberta minister vows no cuts to disability benefits
Alberta's Social Services Minister Jason Nixon commits to no budget cuts for AISH and new ADAP program, defends support levels ahead of July launch. Details on medical review panel revealed.
Edmonton Kids Create Video Games in Code Ninjas Program
Young students in Edmonton are learning vital coding skills by developing their own video games through the Code Ninjas after-school program, blending education with creativity.
B.C. IVF funding runs out as demand soars
British Columbia's publicly funded IVF program has exhausted its first-year budget, creating long waiting lists and uncertainty for patients. Learn about the funding shortfall and patient struggles.
Why Canadian Bosses Prefer Hiring Foreign Workers
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
CHEO nurse gets work permit extension, can stay in Canada
Sa'id Altawalbeh, a CHEO nurse, can breathe a sigh of relief after his work permit was extended for one year, giving his family more time to secure permanent residency in Canada. Read his story.
Regina councillor motion to stop EV bus program
A Regina city councillor is pushing to halt the electric bus program during budget talks, labeling it another failed initiative. Get the details on the motion and the debate.
Some Essex Residents Still Without New Recycling Carts
Some Essex County residents are still waiting for new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions its blue box program. Key details on the rollout and what it means for 2026.
Halifax pauses e-scooter, e-bike program until spring
The City of Halifax is suspending its shared e-scooter and e-bike program for the winter months. The service will resume in the spring of 2026. Learn the details and reasons behind the seasonal pause.
Canada Joins EU's €150B SAFE Defence Program
Canada secures historic entry into the EU's SAFE defence procurement fund, aiming to reduce military reliance on the U.S. and open new opportunities for Canadian defence firms. Read the details.
New LHSC-Shriners program eases pain for kids
A groundbreaking partnership between LHSC and Shriners Hospitals is transforming pediatric care in London, reducing travel burdens and improving pain management for young patients across the region.
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.
Dual Healthcare System Could Create Negative Competition
Professor warns Alberta's proposed dual healthcare system may lead to negative competition and reduced care quality. Learn about the potential impacts on Canadian healthcare.
New Brunswick backs specialty healthcare company growth
New Brunswick government supports BioScript Solutions expansion, creating jobs and enhancing specialty healthcare services across the province. Learn about this strategic investment.
Site Selected for New Stollery Children's Hospital
Alberta government selects University of Alberta south campus site for new standalone Stollery Children's Hospital. Planning continues for facility serving 300,000+ children annually across Western Canada.
New Stand-Alone Stollery Children's Hospital Location Revealed
Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital will get a new independent facility, marking a significant healthcare advancement for pediatric care in Alberta. Learn more about this groundbreaking development.
Nunavik healthcare workers leave due to water shortages
Critical water shortages in Nunavik are driving doctors and nurses away, severely impacting healthcare delivery in Hudson Bay communities. Learn how this crisis affects patient care.
Alberta nurses strike ends with tentative deal
Alberta's 16,000 licensed practical nurses and health-care aides reach tentative agreement, ending strike that lasted less than an hour. Deal awaits ratification.
N.B. man's ER wait sparks minister invitation
After enduring 24 hours in Moncton ER, Peter Phillips invites health minister to experience healthcare crisis firsthand. Read his powerful story and advocacy efforts.
Quebec surgeon questions future after Bill 2
Montreal surgeon Dr. Ahmed Aoude shares how Quebec's Bill 2 threatens healthcare professionals and patient care. Read his emotional plea for support.
Alberta's Public-Private Surgery Model Stirs Controversy
Alberta's UCP proposes doctors work in both public and private systems. Critics argue this benefits the wealthy amid a staffing crisis where 80,000 await surgeries. Read the full analysis.
School Food Program Expands in Saskatchewan
The national school food program is expanding across Saskatchewan, providing more students with access to nutritious meals. Learn how this initiative supports children's health and education.
LaSalle Children's Clinic Closing Over Health Reforms
Montreal's Centre médical pour enfants LaSalle will close due to Quebec healthcare compensation changes, affecting pediatric services. Learn about the impacts.
N.B. Medical Society supports $270M healthcare deal
New Brunswick's medical society endorses a $270 million agreement to strengthen collaborative care. Learn how this investment will transform healthcare delivery across the province.
AHS and AUPE resume talks, strike still possible
Critical negotiations resume between Alberta Health Services and AUPE as 58,000 healthcare workers consider strike action. Get the latest updates on the tense labor dispute.
Alberta Nursing Staff Struggle with Food Insecurity
New research reveals 8.3% of unionized nursing-care workers in Alberta used food banks in the past year as strike notice looms over failed negotiations with AHS.
Jamil Jivani Opposes National School Food Program
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani sparks debate by calling the National School Food Program government overreach, arguing for economic solutions instead. Read the full analysis.
Alberta allows doctors to work in public and private systems
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces groundbreaking healthcare reforms allowing physicians to work in both public and private systems. Learn how this affects patient care.
New HART Healthcare Hub Opens in Windsor-Essex
Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare launches innovative HART Hub on November 19, 2025, revolutionizing patient care access in Windsor-Essex region. Discover the future of healthcare delivery.
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