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.
The Regina Urgent Care Centre on Albert Street is closed during the Christmas holidays, prompting criticism from the Saskatchewan NDP over reduced healthcare access.
Need a last-minute Christmas tree? A Calgary garden centre is giving theirs away for free on December 24, 2025. Get the details and spread some holiday cheer.
Ontario's PC government allocates $125 million to private clinics for hip and knee replacements, aiming to cut wait times. Analysis argues for broader two-tier health care reform.
Millions of Canadians lack a family doctor as wait times hit 28.6 weeks. Fraser Institute analyst Mackenzie Moir argues for structural reform, pointing to better-performing universal systems abroad. Read more.
New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt states 2025 set the groundwork for health system improvements. The coming year, 2026, will be focused on delivering tangible results for residents.
South Huron families will see the return of before and after school childcare programs next year, a critical service for working parents. Learn about the reinstatement and its impact on the community.
A Montreal pediatric palliative care home, Le Phare, creates festive moments for children and families during the holidays. Discover how compassion lights up the season.
New Brunswick has announced an increase to the income threshold for accessing government-funded home care services, allowing more seniors and individuals to qualify for support. Learn about the changes and who benefits.
Nova Scotia announces a new digital home care platform set for 2027, aiming to modernize and streamline access to vital healthcare services for residents.
The 'An Evening to Shine the Light' gala in Midland raised $196,000 for the Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. Over 150 guests attended the December fundraiser.
Senate Democrats are reluctant to force another government shutdown in January, believing they've won the political messaging war on health care despite failing to extend ACA subsidies. Internal party divides persist as the midterms approach.
Rep. Jim McGovern detailed years of unfulfilled pledges by Donald Trump to replace the Affordable Care Act. The House passed a GOP bill without extending key subsidies.
Four House Republicans defy Speaker Mike Johnson, signing a Democratic petition to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire this month. Will the Senate act?
Stratford is launching its first overnight warming centre at the Connections Centre to provide a safe, warm space for those in need during the cold winter months. Learn about the opening and its importance.
The new King Thunderbird Centre officially opened its doors in Edmonton on December 15, 2025, marking a significant upgrade from the old Boyle Street location. Discover the impact on the community.
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
A Winnipeg-based tech company is scouting for the perfect 'Goldilocks' plot in Manitoba to build a large-scale data centre, aiming to capitalize on the province's resources and strategic location. Learn more about this potential economic driver.
Four individuals were transported to hospital following a serious house fire in Regina. Regina Fire & Protective Services responded to the incident, which is now under investigation.
Families in the Greater Toronto Area are scrambling to secure before and after school care as more professionals return to the office, creating a critical shortage. Learn about the impacts and challenges.
Analysis reveals U.S. health care costs have surged 155% as a share of GDP since 1970. Columnist Star Parker argues for free-market solutions like Health Savings Accounts to cure a 'sick' system.
The City of Orillia officially opened its new warming centre on Friday, December 5, 2025. The facility provides a crucial warm, safe space for residents during the cold winter months.
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
Moose Jaw police are investigating the Lakeview Wellness Centre following serious concerns about the mistreatment of an American woman. Get the latest details on the ongoing probe.
The City of Ottawa has extended its child-care funding agreement, yet families continue to wait for affordable $10-a-day spots and more spaces. Learn about the ongoing challenges and what it means for parents.
Columnist Randall Denley argues Auditor General Shelley Spence's 2025 report gives an unfairly negative view, ignoring real improvements like connecting 700,000 Ontarians to primary care.
London Health Sciences Centre unveils a new health care program designed to bridge the gap between hospital discharge and home recovery, providing crucial support for patients like Elisabeth Hutchison.
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
Regina Fire & Protective Services successfully contained a commercial fire on the 3000 block of Dewdney Ave. No injuries reported. Details on the response and other national news.
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.
Ontario's auditor general reveals the Ford government wrote off $1.4 billion in personal protective equipment. Discover the details and implications of this massive financial loss.