N.S. Family Doctor Shortage Deepens in Latest Health Data
New data from Nova Scotia Health shows an increase in residents without a family practice. Discover the latest numbers and what it means for healthcare access in the province.
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Lengthy Wait Times at Ottawa's Queensway Carleton Hospital
Patients at Ottawa's Queensway Carleton Hospital are facing extended wait times as of January 2026. Learn about the current situation and its impact on healthcare access in the region.
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.
Windsor ER wait times surge, tracking clock offline
Emergency department wait times in Windsor have surged, while the public online tracking clock remains offline. Get the latest on the local healthcare strain.
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.
Quebec Bill 2 revisions may save some family clinics
Revisions to Quebec's Bill 2 could prevent the closure of some family medicine clinics, offering a partial reprieve for primary care access. Learn about the changes and what they mean for patients.
Longer ER waits in Windsor-Essex, hospitals advise clinics
Hospitals in Windsor and Leamington report longer-than-usual emergency room wait times. Officials urge patients with non-urgent needs to visit walk-in clinics instead. Details on the situation and public guidance.
Northern Ontario's FONOM sets 2026 priorities: highways and healthcare
The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities outlines highway safety and healthcare access as its main focus for 2026, urging provincial action on critical infrastructure and services.
Mission Hospital ER Closing Overnight Dec. 29-Jan. 6
Mission Memorial Hospital's emergency department will operate reduced hours from Dec. 29 to Jan. 6 due to a physician shortage. Learn the details and where to seek urgent care.
Regina Urgent Care Centre Holiday Closure Sparks Concern
The Regina Urgent Care Centre on Albert Street is closed during the Christmas holidays, prompting criticism from the Saskatchewan NDP over reduced healthcare access.
Gaza Students Can't Reach Canadian Schools
Palestinian students with Canadian study acceptances are stranded in Gaza, unable to leave despite their academic futures hanging in the balance. Their stories highlight a critical barrier.
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.
Final Walk-In Clinic in Huron-Perth Closing This Month
The South Huron Medical Centre's weekend walk-in clinic in Exeter, Ont. will shut down on Dec. 29, 2025. This closure marks the end of accessible after-hours care in the region, raising concerns for residents.
Quebec Doctors Vote 97% for Deal to Add 500,000 Patients
Quebec family doctors have overwhelmingly approved a new agreement with the province, a move expected to connect half a million more patients with a GP. Read the details of the landmark deal.
Quebec Pharmacist Powers Expansion Slow to Roll Out
The expansion of Quebec pharmacists' prescribing powers, announced to improve healthcare access, is experiencing significant implementation delays. Learn about the causes and impacts.
Safety fears as Winnipeg hospital bus stop moved
The relocation of a bus stop from Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg has raised significant safety and accessibility concerns for vulnerable patients and staff. Learn about the community's response.
Expert Calls for New International Student Intake System
An immigration expert argues Canada's international student program needs a new intake mechanism. Learn about the proposed changes and their potential impact.
Parents demand more resources for kids with autism in Sask.
Saskatchewan parents are calling for increased school supports after children with autism were sent home due to a shortage of educational assistants. Read their story.
Waterloo Region EQAO results prompt provincial review
The latest EQAO test results for Waterloo Region students have shown insufficient progress, leading Ontario's Education Minister to announce a review of learning and testing. Read the details.
U of R students to vote on new union, URSA, in December
University of Regina students will vote Dec. 12-15 on adopting the new University of Regina Students' Association (URSA), which pledges transparent governance and renewed advocacy, marking a clean break from the dissolved URSU.
Fire Students Train in Dark Maze at Cambrian College
Firefighting students at Sudbury's Cambrian College honed critical lifesaving skills in a specialized, pitch-black trailer maze. This intense training prepares them for real-world emergencies.
Manitoba urged to mandate insulin help for students with diabetes
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.
Barrie Students Create Holiday Cards for Veterans
Students in Barrie, Ontario, have created special Christmas cards for veterans at the local Legion, spreading holiday cheer and gratitude. Discover this touching community initiative.
Vancouver Schools Seek Aid for Indigenous Students in Crisis
Vancouver's Indigenous education leader David Delorme requests $20,000 from Adopt-A-School to provide emergency support for families, breaking cycles of poverty and trauma to boost student success.
Survey: Lack of doctors still a major issue in Saskatchewan
A new Angus Reid Institute survey confirms Saskatchewan's family doctor shortage remains a critical problem. Read the details and what it means for residents' healthcare access.
Ottawa Program Teaches Newcomers Hockey Skills
Frank Ryan Catholic High School in Ottawa launches innovative program teaching newcomer students how to skate and play hockey, fostering community integration through Canada's favorite sport.
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.
New Students' Association Formed at University of Regina
University of Regina students establish a new association to replace URSU. Learn about the changes and what this means for campus life in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Calgary Wellness Fair Connects Kids and Nursing Students
University of Lethbridge nursing students hosted an educational wellness fair at St. Patrick Fine Arts Elementary School, creating learning opportunities for children and healthcare trainees alike.
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