Alberta Doctors Support New Public-Private Surgery Plan
Alberta physicians explain why expanding private delivery within the public health system can improve access to timely care and reduce wait times for essential surgeries.
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Calgary Wellness Fair Connects Kids and Nursing Students
University of Lethbridge nursing students hosted an educational wellness fair at St. Patrick Fine Arts Elementary School, creating learning opportunities for children and healthcare trainees alike.
Foreign-trained nurses struggle to find work in Atlantic Canada
Internationally educated nurses in Atlantic Canada face significant hurdles finding employment despite nursing shortages. Learn about their challenges and potential solutions.
Trump Slams NY Times Reporter Over Health Article
Donald Trump targeted NY Times reporter Katie Rogers after she co-wrote an article about his health and aging. The Times defended her reporting as accurate. Read the full story.
Sunshine Coast long-term care wait times crisis
Sunshine Coast families demand provincial action as seniors face dangerously long wait times for long-term care beds. Learn about the growing healthcare crisis.
Alberta's Dual-Practice Health Model Puts Patients First
Alberta's new health reforms introduce dual-practice for physicians, aiming to reduce wait times while maintaining universal coverage. Learn how this hybrid model could transform Canadian healthcare.
Nova Scotia has highest wait-list deaths in Maritimes
New report reveals Nova Scotia recorded the highest wait-list mortality rates in the Maritimes last year. Learn about the healthcare crisis and urgent need for reform.
Trump Blasts NY Times Over Energy Level Claims
Donald Trump unleashed a 300-word social media rebuttal after The New York Times suggested he's showing fatigue. The former president defended his cognitive abilities and physical stamina.
23,000+ Canadians Died on Medical Wait-Lists
A shocking new report reveals more than 23,000 Canadians died while waiting for medical treatment in the past year. Learn about the healthcare crisis and its devastating impact.
Windsor-Essex MRI/CT scan delays reach 2 years
Patients in Windsor-Essex face critical delays for MRI and CT scans due to staffing shortages, with some waiting up to two years for essential diagnostics.
RVH alerts public to long emergency wait times
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie alerts patients about significant wait times due to high volume. Plan your visit accordingly and consider alternatives for non-urgent care.
SUNshine Girl Hannah: Nursing Student & Fitness Enthusiast
Meet Hannah, Toronto Sun's SUNshine Girl who balances nursing studies with pole fitness and yoga. Discover her journey from healthcare to modeling.
Windsor maintains 10 AM council meeting times
Windsor City Council will continue 10 a.m. meetings while conducting broader review of municipal schedule. Decision affects public accessibility and government operations.
Halton family worried as GTA care home strike continues
Family members express growing anxiety as the strike at a GTA care home persists, raising concerns about resident care and facility operations during labor disputes.
AUPE nursing care workers reach tentative deal
Nursing care workers with AUPE have reached a tentative agreement, ending their strike. The deal was announced on November 22, 2025. Read the latest details.
N.B. man's ER wait sparks minister invitation
After enduring 24 hours in Moncton ER, Peter Phillips invites health minister to experience healthcare crisis firsthand. Read his powerful story and advocacy efforts.
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.
Alberta Nursing Staff Struggle with Food Insecurity
New research reveals 8.3% of unionized nursing-care workers in Alberta used food banks in the past year as strike notice looms over failed negotiations with AHS.
Lethbridge fire hall gravel road proposal to improve response
Lethbridge city council reviews gravel road proposal to enhance firefighter response times from Station No. 5. Critical infrastructure upgrade for west side community safety.
Alberta announces dual-practice model for surgeons
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith unveils a Dual Practice Surgery Model to reduce wait times for elective surgeries, allowing surgeons to work in both public and private systems while committing to public service.
Manitoba nurses vote on hospital 'grey list' over safety
Nurses in Manitoba are voting on whether to designate a Winnipeg hospital with a 'grey list' status due to critical safety concerns. Learn about the implications for patient care.
Auditor General Reveals $125M Loss in Alberta Lab Privatization
Alberta's Auditor General exposes UCP government's disastrous Dynalife lab privatization that wasted $125 million and caused 5-week test wait times. Read the shocking findings.
Pictou Nursing Home Workers Vote for Strike Action
Long-term care workers at a Pictou, Nova Scotia nursing home have voted to authorize strike action. Learn about the implications for senior care in the region and what happens next.
N.B. Health Minister spends 24 hours in ER waiting room
New Brunswick's Health Minister spent 24 hours in a Moncton Hospital ER waiting room, experiencing the healthcare crisis firsthand. Discover the details and implications.
15-month hospital wait for nursing home bed in N.B.
Harold 'Malcolm' Jones has been living at Saint John Regional Hospital since summer 2024 awaiting a nursing home placement. Discover the healthcare crisis affecting seniors across New Brunswick.
Halifax nursing students host endometriosis film screening
Dalhousie nursing students organize film screening and panel discussion to raise endometriosis awareness and funds for women's health initiatives in Halifax.
New Brunswick adds site to Nursing Homes Without Walls
New Brunswick expands innovative Nursing Homes Without Walls program with new site, providing essential care services to seniors in their own homes across the province.
20-Hour ER Wait Leads to Emergency Surgery Discovery
Lori Stetina endured a 20-hour ER wait before learning she needed emergency surgery. This case highlights Canada's ongoing healthcare access challenges and emergency room delays.
Manitoba ER wait leads to emergency surgery with 19 staples
Lori Stetina endured a 19-hour wait in a Manitoba emergency room before undergoing unexpected surgery. Her story highlights Canada's healthcare crisis. Read her full experience.
Winnipeg Home Care Collapsing Under Neglect: Union
Winnipeg's home care system faces collapse due to years of neglect, nurses union reports. Critical services for vulnerable patients at risk. Learn about the crisis and its impact.
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