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.
Residents of Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf in Barrie, Ontario, launched a festive campaign to ensure every child receives a Christmas present. Discover their inspiring story of community spirit.
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?
Ottawa's children's hospital is experiencing a significant rise in flu cases. Experts advise when to treat kids at home to ease pressure on healthcare. Learn the signs and how to help.
Canadian hospitals face a surge in flu cases. Health experts advise parents on when to treat sick children at home and avoid gatherings to ease the strain on healthcare systems.
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
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.
Becky Hamber recorded videos blaming CAS and others after her foster son's death. She and her wife Brandy Cooney face first-degree murder charges in a harrowing Burlington case.
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.
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.
Four top Ottawa florists showcased stunning holiday designs during the Homes For The Holidays Tour, raising over $100,000 for Hospice Care Ottawa. Discover their unique festive inspirations.
Parents across Canada are sharing their children's hilarious and brilliant linguistic inventions on social media. Discover 30 of the best kid-created terms that might just replace the originals.
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.
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.
A new 190-bed long-term care facility has officially opened in Shediac, New Brunswick, marking a significant investment in senior care for the region. Learn more about the project and its impact.
A new long-term care facility in North Bay has completed a major move, relocating 142 residents. The project, finished after over three years of construction, marks a significant upgrade for senior care in Northern Ontario.
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.
A Regina resident launches petition demanding mandatory care plan comprehension for Saskatchewan long-term care staff to protect vulnerable residents across the province.
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.
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 demand immediate action as long-term care facilities remain empty while seniors await placement. Community advocates call for provincial intervention.
Two dogs, Vladdy and Kirk, surrendered to the Guelph Humane Society in need of critical care are now healed and ready for their forever homes. Discover their journey.
Quebec's Bill 2 jeopardizes specialized pediatric palliative care for vulnerable children. Pediatricians warn the legislation could force doctors from this essential field.
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 families demand provincial action as seniors face dangerously long wait times for long-term care beds. Learn about the growing healthcare crisis.
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.