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.
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.
Federal government announces $35 million investment for 30 oral health training programs to strengthen Canada's dental care workforce and improve access to care.
Quebec's new health legislation grants government unilateral control over doctor pay and patient assignments, sparking fierce backlash from physicians. Learn about the seismic shift in Canadian healthcare.
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.
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 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.
Saskatchewan health ministry issues overdose alert in Saskatoon after 104 overdoses in 10 days. Frontline workers cite treatment barriers as fatalities rise.
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.
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.
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.
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.
AUPE members in Alberta have served strike notice, potentially disrupting health services across the province. Learn about the implications and next steps.
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.
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.
Quebec Liberal Leader Pablo Rodriguez positions health care as path to victory as CAQ support drops to record lows. Analysis of political strategy and voter concerns.
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.
Nearly 400 Quebec physicians have applied to practice elsewhere in Canada following the controversial Bill 2, marking a significant departure from historical trends. Read more about the healthcare exodus.
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.
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.
Quebec's government pledges not to enforce controversial surveillance clauses in its new health law, marking a third concession to appease angry doctors and restart negotiations.
Health care workers' union and Alberta Health Services resume contract negotiations after October rallies. Latest updates on Edmonton health care bargaining.
Quebec Superior Court refuses to rule on a new interpretation of Bill 2, stating it would not protect doctors in future legal challenges. Learn the implications for healthcare.
Conservation officers seek public help after second moose found shot and wasted north of Sault Ste. Marie. Report any information to MNR.
Canada has lost its measles-free status after 25 years. Quebec's outbreak officially ended April 19, but health authorities remain vigilant. Learn about vaccination importance.
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.
Transplant Québec's CEO expresses bafflement over Quebec government's controversial decision to merge the specialized organ donation agency with broader blood operations, raising concerns about transplant system effectiveness.
Quebec physicians are taking legal action against Bill 15's salary provisions, claiming the government is violating constitutional rights and undermining fair compensation negotiations.
The FMSQ launches court challenge to suspend key provisions of Quebec's Bill 2, warning of catastrophic consequences for patient care and medical staffing across the province.
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.
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.