West Coast General Hospital ICU remains closed
The intensive care unit at Port Alberni's West Coast General Hospital is still closed as officials work to resolve a staffing issue. Learn about the impact on local healthcare.
The intensive care unit at Port Alberni's West Coast General Hospital is still closed as officials work to resolve a staffing issue. Learn about the impact on local healthcare.
The Alberta government has launched a review into the death of a man at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital emergency room in Edmonton. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Kristin Kennedy, current CEO of Erie Shores HealthCare, will lead Windsor Regional Hospital starting April 2026. Learn about her background and the leadership transition affecting two major Ontario hospitals.
Windsor Regional Hospital announces its next Chief Executive Officer, with a seasoned internal leader set to take the helm in 2026. Discover the leadership transition plan.
Explore the construction of Vancouver's new $2.18 billion St. Paul's Hospital, designed as a future-proof health campus. See how it doubles the size of the old facility and aims to serve generations.
Ottawa Citizen readers reveal their favourite holiday traditions, from Parliament Hill lights to unique gifts gone wrong. Discover heartwarming local stories that capture the spirit of an Ottawa Christmas.
The wife of Prashant Sreekumar demands answers after he died at Grey Nuns Hospital following an 8-hour wait. She questions accountability and potential negligence.
Mission Memorial and Ridge Meadows Hospitals announce temporary overnight ER closures and maternity diversions due to acute staffing shortages. Learn the details and impacts.
While most celebrate, many Montrealers work through Christmas on snow removal, emergency services, and hospital care. Discover the stories behind the essential holiday shift.
Ken Retkowski has spent 17 years at Renfrew Victoria Hospital, unable to leave due to a lack of provincial funding for specialized care. His story highlights systemic gaps in long-term healthcare support.
A Winnipeg health-care manager diagnosed with PTSD after witnessing a workplace stabbing is suing Seven Oaks General Hospital and the WRHA for wrongful dismissal. Read the full story.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has banned security guards from its facilities after video showed a man in a wheelchair left outside in freezing temperatures. Read the full story.
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.
CTV's Krista Simpson uncovers new details on the long-awaited hospital for Waterloo Region, a project two decades in development. Learn about the potential opening date and project progress.
Security personnel involved in a recent incident are no longer permitted to work at Saskatoon's Victoria Hospital. Get the latest details on the investigation and hospital response.
Alberta Health Services reinstates public bell-ringing ceremonies at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital after listening to families. The tradition returns March 1.
The announcement of a new site for Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital, a critical hub serving 300,000 kids annually, has been overlooked. This planning phase is crucial for accountability and a successful build.
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.
London Health Sciences Centre reports increased hospital admissions, emergency visits, and outbreaks due to a busy influenza season. Get the latest details on the healthcare impact.
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.
Ontario Provincial Police report an incident of vandalism at St. Joseph's General Hospital in Elliot Lake. Details on the arrest and charges.
Georgian Bay General Hospital in Barrie mandates masks for all staff due to a significant increase in respiratory illnesses. The policy aims to protect vulnerable patients and healthcare workers.
Montreal Children's Hospital advises parents to use emergency rooms only for true emergencies due to high demand. Learn what this means for families and where to seek alternative care.
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
A newly renovated waiting area has opened at Edmonton's University of Alberta Hospital, offering a more comfortable space for patients and families. Learn about the upgrades and their impact.
Fraser Health announces temporary diversion of pregnant patients from Peace Arch and another hospital during the holiday period due to staffing. Learn the details and alternatives.
A Saskatchewan nurse recounts a frightening event where a patient brought firearms and knives into a Saskatoon emergency room. Read the full story and its implications for hospital safety.
A Swift Current woman shares her ordeal of being turned away from her local hospital during labour, forcing a lengthy trip. Read her story and the impact of regional service disruptions.
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.
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.