TB Outbreak Hits Labrador After Inuit Funding Loss
Labrador faces a tuberculosis outbreak weeks after Inuit groups warned about health funding cuts. Learn about the crisis and its impact on Indigenous communities.
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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.
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?
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.
WECHU approves slight 2026 budget spending increase
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has approved a modest spending increase for its 2026 budget. Learn how this affects local public health services in our community.
$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.
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.
New Francophone Health Centre Opens in Timmins
Timmins welcomes a new francophone community health centre serving over 1,700 French-speaking patients. Learn how this facility addresses healthcare gaps in Northern Ontario.
Experts: Private Health Care May Increase Mortality
Medical specialists in Montreal express grave concerns that the privatization of Canada's health care could lead to increased patient mortality rates. Learn more about the risks.
Political Appointees Risk Canada's Health Care System
Experienced health leaders are being replaced by political appointees across Canada, risking universal healthcare. Learn how this shift from expertise to ideology puts patient care in jeopardy.
Alberta health-care workers strike set for Saturday
16,000 Alberta LPNs and health-care aides begin strike Saturday after failed negotiations. Critical services impacted as union demands fair wages and staffing. Follow for updates.
Alberta health-care workers serve strike notice
AUPE members in Alberta have served strike notice, potentially disrupting health services across the province. Learn about the implications and next steps.
New Calgary Youth Mental Health Facility Opening 2027
Calgary's new CASA Mental Health facility will provide specialized care for 81 youth with complex mental health challenges, addressing growing needs in Alberta communities.
Toronto's New Medical Officer of Health Dr. Michelle Murti
Dr. Michelle Murti begins her tenure as Toronto's medical officer of health, bringing fresh perspective to public health challenges. Learn about her vision for Toronto Public Health.
Toronto's new top doctor: affordability key to health
Dr. Michelle Murti, Toronto's new Medical Officer of Health, declares affordability a critical health issue affecting residents' wellbeing. Learn how economic stress impacts public health outcomes.
Operating spending driving deeper deficits: PBO
Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals Ottawa's operational expenses, not capital investments, are primarily responsible for growing budget deficits. Learn the fiscal implications.
Tuberculosis Outbreak in Edmonton Inner City
Alberta health officials declare a tuberculosis outbreak in Edmonton's inner city, with a dozen cases linked to the homeless population. Learn about the risks and response.
Half of young Canadian men at risk of problem anger
New research reveals 50% of Canadian men aged 19-29 struggle with problem anger affecting daily life. Learn about the mental health crisis and available support resources.
FSA Funds Expire Soon: Top Pain Relief Buys
Your FSA funds likely expire in under two months. Discover 12 FSA-eligible pain relief products, from arthritis gels to massage guns, to use your pre-tax dollars wisely before the deadline.
Health Sciences Union, AHS Return to Bargaining Table
Health care workers' union and Alberta Health Services resume contract negotiations after October rallies. Latest updates on Edmonton health care bargaining.
Edmonton Man's Movember Moustache Sparks Mental Health Talks
An Edmonton resident is turning heads and starting important dialogues about men's mental health through his creatively outrageous moustache styles during Movember, proving that facial hair can be a powerful tool for connection.
Freeland: Economic Overhaul Just Beginning Despite Deficit
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland defends Canada's massive deficit spending, promising more ambitious economic reforms focused on boosting competition and supporting middle-class Canadians.
Bill 2: Strike 3 for Quebec Health Care?
Quebec's health care system faces a potential triple threat under Bill 2, with experts warning of devastating consequences for patient care and medical privacy rights across the province.
Ontario Launches Men's Counselling Link Service
A groundbreaking new service is connecting Ontario men with accessible mental health counselling through a centralized referral system designed to overcome traditional barriers to seeking help.
Health Canada seizes ivermectin from BC woman
Health Canada takes decisive action against a British Columbia woman promoting ivermectin as a cancer treatment, seizing the unapproved drug and warning about serious health risks.
McDonald's U.S. Growth Soars with Value Menu Strategy
McDonald's reports impressive U.S. growth driven by strategic pricing and digital sales surge, outperforming market expectations despite consumer spending pressures.
Movember Guide: Transform Men's Health in Canada
Discover how Canadians are joining the global Movember movement to tackle men's health crises - from mental health struggles to prostate cancer awareness.
Meta Stock Tumbles on AI Spending Fears
Meta Platforms faces investor backlash as ambitious AI infrastructure investments trigger stock decline. Discover how Zuckerberg's AI ambitions are reshaping the company's financial landscape.
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