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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Ottawa Christmas tree sales support mental health
Ottawa residents combine holiday tradition with charity at Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre tree sale. Discover how buying Christmas trees helps community mental health services.
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.
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.
Lawsuit: Social Media Hid Teen Mental Health Research
Major school districts and attorneys general sue Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat, alleging they concealed research showing harm to youth mental health. Learn the details.
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.
Food for Thought: How Diet Impacts Mental Health
Discover how nutritional psychiatry links your diet to mood and anxiety. Learn which foods boost mental wellness and how the gut-brain axis works. Start your journey to a healthier mind today.
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.
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.
B.C. Amends Mental Health Act to Protect Workers
B.C. government proposes amendments to the Mental Health Act to provide stronger legal protections for health workers delivering involuntary patient care. Learn about the changes.
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.
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'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.
Record online gambling debt hits young Canadians
Financial and psychology experts warn of dire consequences as Canadians bet record sums online, falling into debt. Learn how to identify risks and seek help.
$35M donation for Ontario children's mental health
A transformative $35 million donation will enhance mental health services at Ontario children's hospitals, addressing critical gaps in pediatric care across the province.
Why Families Designate a 'Problem Person'
Exploring how the 'designated patient' in families actually expresses collective distress. Learn how family therapy addresses systemic issues rather than blaming individuals.
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.
Northern Ontario Trans Advocate Shares Difficult Journey
Vincent Bolt's suicide attempt led his family to acceptance. Now a psychotherapist, he advocates for Ontario's transgender community. Read his powerful story.
ADHD Startup Founder Convicted in Adderall Fraud
A U.S. jury finds the founder of a mental health startup guilty in a multi-million dollar Adderall fraud scheme. Learn the details of the case and its implications.
Alberta healthcare workers need more drug crisis support
New Parkland Institute report reveals Alberta's drug poisoning crisis severely impacts healthcare workers, with 69% reporting work changes and 50% facing emotional abuse. Frontline staff need better support.
B.C. woman spreads joy after 14 brain surgeries
A Tsawwassen woman's sparkling personality helped her endure 14 brain surgeries. Now she's giving back to her community through music and positivity.
Documentary follows songwriter's journey to confront trauma
Calgary-born Cassidy Waring returns home to confront childhood trauma in documentary Hearse Chasing, exploring family addiction and complex PTSD. Premiering at CUFF.Docs.
UK PM's Personal Video Message to Son on Men's Day
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer shares emotional video letter to his son on International Men's Day, discussing mental health and fatherhood. Read this touching political moment.
Journal sued over controversial antidepressant drug trial
A medical journal faces legal action after publishing a study promoting antidepressant use for youth depression treatment. The infamous drug trial returns to spotlight amid growing concerns.
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.
Penn Badgley on Miscarriages Nearly Ending Marriage
Penn Badgley opens up about how two consecutive miscarriages with wife Domino Kirke brought them to the brink of separation, highlighting the silent grief of pregnancy loss.
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