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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Saskatchewan Petition Targets Long-Term Care Safety
A Regina resident launches petition demanding mandatory care plan comprehension for Saskatchewan long-term care staff to protect vulnerable residents across the province.
Closing arguments wrap up in neurologist assault case
The sexual assault trial of a former neurologist reaches pivotal moment as closing arguments conclude. Case involves multiple patient allegations with verdict pending.
Nova Scotia long-term care workers vote to strike
Two Nova Scotia long-term care worker unions have voted to strike, demanding wage improvements. The potential labor action could affect care facilities across the province.
$19.8M award for botched Mayo Clinic surgery
An Iowa woman receives $19.8 million compensation after jury finds Mayo Clinic surgery was negligently performed. Read the full legal details.
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.
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.
Sunshine Coast long-term care wait times crisis
Sunshine Coast families demand provincial action as seniors face dangerously long wait times for long-term care beds. Learn about the growing healthcare crisis.
Winnipeg hospital death investigated as critical incident
A woman's death while waiting for care at Winnipeg's Grace Hospital is being investigated as a critical incident. The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority confirms the tragic event occurred in November 2025.
Cancer patient calls for new leadership at Owen Sound centre
Pat Kelly, a cancer patient at Brightshores Cancer Care Centre in Owen Sound, demands leadership overhaul amid ongoing oncologist recruitment challenges. Learn about the growing concerns.
Saskatchewan extends federal child-care deal
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announces the province will extend its child-care agreement with the federal government, securing affordable early learning and child care for families.
Saskatchewan renews $10-a-day daycare deal
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe confirms the province will sign a renewed five-year agreement for the $10-a-day child-care program this Friday, extending affordable daycare.
23,000+ Canadians Died on Medical Wait-Lists
A shocking new report reveals more than 23,000 Canadians died while waiting for medical treatment in the past year. Learn about the healthcare crisis and its devastating impact.
95K North York patients without care in healthcare strike
Over 95,000 patients in North York face weeks without primary care as healthcare workers strike for fair wages. Learn how this affects community health services.
Cockroaches Reported at Regina General Hospital
Regina General Hospital reported cockroaches in two patient rooms this October. Learn about the incident and the hospital's response to the pest control issue.
New Brunswick Opens Collaborative Care Clinic in St. Stephen
St. Stephen becomes the latest New Brunswick community to receive a collaborative care clinic, enhancing healthcare access for residents. Premier Susan Holt announced the initiative on November 25, 2025.
Coroner recommendations after MAID case from bedsores
Quebec coroner investigates after quadriplegic man sought medical assistance in dying following severe hospital-acquired bedsores. New protocols recommended for patient care.
RVH alerts public to long emergency wait times
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie alerts patients about significant wait times due to high volume. Plan your visit accordingly and consider alternatives for non-urgent care.
Quebec senior care crisis worsens as needs skyrocket
Quebec faces a growing senior care crisis with support needs set to surge dramatically. Learn about the current challenges and what's needed to address this urgent situation.
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?
Bill 2: Political Intrusion in Quebec Healthcare Exam Rooms
Bioethicist Marie-Josée Potvin warns Quebec's Bill 2 destroys patient-clinician trust by imposing political targets in medical decisions. Read why healthcare professionals are protesting.
Ontario Neurologist Sexual Assault Trial Proceeds
The trial continues for a former Ontario neurologist accused of sexually assaulting patients. Get the latest updates on this developing legal case and its implications for healthcare trust.
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.
$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.
Halton family worried as GTA care home strike continues
Family members express growing anxiety as the strike at a GTA care home persists, raising concerns about resident care and facility operations during labor disputes.
Water main break affects Winnipeg's Seven Oaks Hospital
A significant water main break near Seven Oaks Hospital in Winnipeg has disrupted medical services. Patients report being transferred to other facilities during the emergency situation.
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.
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