The Wagner family from Summerside, P.E.I., is urgently seeking financial and logistical assistance after Robert Wagner suffered a severe medical emergency while in Mexico. Learn how you can help.
A new study shows 4,600 residents of Atlantic Canada travelled internationally for medical treatment in 2025, highlighting pressures on the domestic healthcare system. Read the full analysis.
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.
Thousands of nurses walked off the job at several major New York City hospitals on January 12, 2026, in a major labour action over staffing ratios and patient safety. Get the latest details.
A severe flu season is overwhelming hospitals, potentially causing emergency room waits exceeding 10 hours. The Ontario Medical Association warns of a concurrent family doctor shortage.
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.
Several Montreal-area medical clinics have postponed closure plans after Quebec delayed Bill 2 reforms. However, doctors warn the future remains uncertain as negotiations over payment models continue.
Several grocery stores in Canada's Maritime provinces report a shortage of lactose-free milk as of January 2026. Learn about the impact and what it means for consumers with dietary needs.
A retired Victoria Police officer has returned to active duty to help address a staffing shortage. Chief Fiona Wilson highlights the value of experienced personnel rejoining the force.
Facing severe recruiting struggles, Canadian police departments like Victoria PD are swearing in retired officers like Cst. Sean Millard. Discover how this trend is reshaping law enforcement staffing.
The union representing over 4,500 B.C. paramedics and dispatchers says negotiations with the province have stalled, raising the threat of job action. Read about the key issues and potential impact on emergency services.
The intensive care unit at Port Alberni's West Coast General Hospital is still closed as officials work to resolve a staffing issue. Learn about the impact on local healthcare.
Calgary Police Chief Katie McLellan identifies workforce stability as the primary internal challenge for 2026, crucial for long-term public safety amid city growth. A new recruitment initiative is launched.
Mission Memorial and Ridge Meadows Hospitals announce temporary overnight ER closures and maternity diversions due to acute staffing shortages. Learn the details and impacts.
Mission Memorial Hospital in B.C. is experiencing overnight emergency room closures due to critical staffing challenges, resuming service disruptions. Learn about the impact and response.
Farmers across the Maritimes are grappling with critical shortages of hay and animal feed following a severe summer drought, threatening livestock health and farm viability.
A national association warns of critical staffing shortages in Canada's medical labs, calling for urgent funding to train the next generation of professionals. Learn about the crisis and its impact on healthcare.
An Edmonton-born physician shares her challenging journey through Canada's restrictive medical residency system, highlighting barriers for Canadian-trained doctors seeking to practice at home.
Canadians with chronic pain describe the daily struggle of navigating nationwide shortages of essential pain control medications. Learn about the personal impact and ongoing supply issues.
The Salvation Army's iconic Christmas kettle campaign in London, Ontario, has seen donations plummet by nearly half due to a critical shortage of volunteers. Learn how this impacts community services.
Surrey, B.C., announces two new city-run health clinics opening in 2025 to address the critical family physician shortage. Mayor Brenda Locke leads the initiative to improve local healthcare access.
A judge's injunction has forced Ontario to expand its medical residency program, giving internationally trained doctors like Ottawa's Ashok Kumar Biswas a renewed opportunity to practice. Read about the policy reversal and its impact on the doctor shortag
A significant number of Quebec physicians are obtaining licences to practise in Ontario, highlighting interprovincial mobility challenges in Canada's healthcare system. Learn about the implications.
Northern Ontario's Cochrane district is turning to Australia to fill critical paramedic vacancies. The local service board has approved a plan to hire up to eight internationally trained professionals.
A medical team from London, Ontario, is using 3D printing to create custom fixators for severe bone fractures in Gaza. This innovative approach offers critical care where resources are scarce.
Ontario's Auditor General reveals critical failures in connecting patients with doctors, expanding medical education, and tackling overbilling. Key audits highlight systemic issues.
Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services confronts staffing challenges with 20 paramedics on leave for occupational stress injuries. Learn about the impact on emergency services.
Quebec hospital pharmacists demand ministerial action as 1 in 5 positions sit empty, creating medication safety risks. Read about the growing healthcare crisis.
Medical students warn Alberta's new private-pay healthcare system will increase wait times and drain doctors from the public system. Learn how privatization impacts patient care.
Toronto's shelter guidelines encourage hiring active drug users and providing drug services in all facilities, including those with children. A controversial shift in harm reduction.