Ottawa Woman Waits 3 Hours for Ambulance with Broken Legs
An Ottawa woman faced a critical three-hour delay for emergency medical transport after suffering two broken legs in a fall, highlighting potential strains on ambulance services.
Category : Hospitals Healthcare
Infrastructure Insufficient to Save Healthcare: ER Doctor
An Edmonton emergency room physician argues that new infrastructure alone cannot resolve Alberta's healthcare system failures, as the minister disputes ER death reports.
Alberta NDP Calls for Emergency Session on Hospital Crisis
Alberta's Opposition NDP urges Premier Danielle Smith to reconvene the legislature following reports linking emergency room delays to at least six patient deaths.
Alberta ER Wait Times Spotlight as UCP, NDP to Speak
The Alberta government's plan to expand emergency capacity at multiple hospitals faces criticism over timing and intent, with UCP and NDP officials set to debate the issue amid ongoing concerns about ER wait times.
Documents Detail Deaths, Near Misses in Alberta Hospitals
Internal documents expose 'death zones' in Alberta hospitals, detailing patient fatalities and close calls. Read the investigation into systemic healthcare risks.
Alberta doctors document ER preventable deaths and close calls
Alberta physicians compiled a shocking report detailing preventable deaths and near misses in emergency rooms, urging government action. Read the full story.
$396M Raised for New Ottawa Hospital Campus, Final Cost Unknown
The Ottawa Hospital Foundation has secured $396 million for the new Civic Campus on Carling Avenue, a major fundraising milestone. However, the total project price tag remains undisclosed as construction progresses.
Alberta Doctors Detail Emergency Room Deaths from Waits
Alberta doctors break secrecy, detailing six emergency room deaths due to long waits. A shocking report sent to Premier Smith highlights systemic failures.
$2M for Alberta Children's Hospital Expansion Planning
The Alberta government is funding planning for a new in-patient tower and research centre at the Alberta Children's Hospital, adding 50 beds and boosting capacity by 32%. Learn more about this critical healthcare investment.
Fredericton hospital moves services to ease capacity strain
Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital in Fredericton is relocating some services to community spaces to address severe capacity concerns. Learn about the changes and their impact.
$2M for Alberta Children's Hospital expansion planning
The Alberta government is funding a $2 million planning phase for an expanded inpatient tower and new research centre at the Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary, aiming to add 50 beds and boost capacity by 32%.
Nova Scotia Launches Province-Wide Digital Health Record System
Nova Scotia's new One Person One Record system centralizes patient data, aiming to cut delays and attract doctors. Could this $365M model set a national standard?
Code Grey Resolved at London's University Hospital
London Health Sciences Centre lifts Code Grey at University Hospital after a resolved security incident. No ongoing threat to patients or staff. Details on hospital emergency protocols.
Code Grey Resolved at London's University Hospital
London Health Sciences Centre lifts Code Grey at University Hospital after a security incident is resolved. No further details on the nature of the event have been released.
Windsor's HDGH launches new staff recruitment campaign
Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor launches a targeted campaign to attract and retain healthcare professionals. Learn about the new initiative aimed at strengthening local hospital staffing.
How to Know If You're Peeing Wrong: A Urologist Explains
A New York urologist shares critical signs of urinary health issues, from frequency to flow. Learn what 'normal' peeing really means and when to seek help.
$11.2M for North Bay, Mattawa hospitals, unions warn of crisis
Ontario announces $11.2 million in new funding for hospitals in North Bay and Mattawa. While the government calls it an investment, healthcare unions warn a severe staffing crisis remains unresolved.
Brockville Hospital OB/GYN Closure Due to Staffing Crisis
Brockville General Hospital has temporarily closed its obstetrics and gynecology departments due to a critical staffing shortage. The closure, announced January 17, 2026, impacts essential maternal and women's health services.
University Hospital in London, Ont. under Code Grey
London Health Sciences Centre's University Hospital declared a Code Grey on January 17, 2026. Learn what this emergency code signifies for patient care and hospital operations.
Doctor Urges Taser Training for ER Staff to Combat Violence
A former St. Paul's Hospital physician warns emergency room staff will leave unless aggression from patients is addressed, proposing tasers and police escorts as solutions.
Calgary Doctor's Life-or-Death Call in Mountain Rescue
A Calgary surgeon recounts the critical decision to attempt rewarming a climber buried in an avalanche. Explore the thin line between life, death, and hope in the Rockies.
Edmonton's ER Crisis: A Story of Neglect and Winter Strain
Edmonton's hospital emergency rooms are overwhelmed, a crisis decades in the making. As winter hits, years of underinvestment and false promises come to a head. Read the full analysis.
Health Workers Appeal to Reopen Downtown Eastside Wound Clinic
Healthcare professionals in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside are calling on the local health authority to reopen a specialized wound care clinic, citing a critical need for the vulnerable community.
Vancouver approves VGH expansion with 280 long-term care beds
Vancouver City Council has unanimously approved a major expansion of the VGH campus, adding 280 long-term care beds, a daycare, retail, and clinical space. The project aims to address critical healthcare needs in the city.
Alberta launches new health-care performance dashboard
The Alberta government has launched a new public dashboard providing detailed metrics on health system performance across the province. Explore the data and see how your region measures up.
Laurentians Clinic Funded but Can't Find Staff
Residents of Wentworth North raised funds for a new health clinic, but the facility sits empty due to a critical staffing shortage. Discover the community's struggle and the broader healthcare crisis.
Ontario Hospitals Warn of Service Cuts Amid $1B Deficit
The Ontario Hospital Association warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead, including program consolidations and closures, as a structural deficit grows. Read more on the funding crisis.
RVH Announces Major Orthopaedic Surgery Advancements
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre introduces cutting-edge orthopaedic surgical advancements, enhancing patient care and recovery in the Barrie region. Discover the latest innovations.
Fatality Inquiry Ordered into Edmonton Man's Tragic ER Death
The Alberta government has ordered a judge-led public inquiry into the death of Prashant Sreekumar, 44, who died after an eight-hour wait in a Grey Nuns Hospital ER. The inquiry seeks answers and systemic change.
Alberta to give update on hospital capacity crush
Alberta's health officials and hospitals minister will provide a critical update on the province's overwhelmed healthcare system. Get the latest details on the capacity crisis.
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