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.
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Alberta Schools Buckle Under Overcrowding, Aggression
Alberta schools operate in crisis mode as overcrowded classrooms with 30-40 students and rising aggression overwhelm educators. New government report reveals systemic failures.
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's Vaccination Rates Hit Record Low
Alberta's Covid and flu vaccination rates are the lowest in years. Experts blame poor communication and a $100 fee for the concerning decline in immunization.
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.
Alberta Proposes Three-Tier Doctor Practice Model
Alberta's UCP government plans hybrid health care allowing doctors to work in public and private systems simultaneously. Learn how this could change Canadian medicine.
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.
Medicine Hat Radio Host Fights Brain Tumor, Needs Help
Longtime Medicine Hat broadcaster Kim Johnston faces debilitating health crisis as community rallies. Rural Albertans speak out about healthcare challenges. Support grows for local radio personality.
Alberta healthcare workers need more drug crisis support
New Parkland Institute report reveals Alberta's drug poisoning crisis severely impacts healthcare workers, with 69% reporting work changes and 50% facing emotional abuse. Frontline staff need better support.
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.
Alberta youth employment crisis revealed in new report
A new report exposes the severe employment and unemployment challenges facing Alberta's youth. Learn about the economic pressures and potential solutions affecting young Canadians.
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.
Non-911 Crisis Response Serves 4,000 Ottawa Calls
Ottawa's innovative non-911 crisis response team successfully managed over 4,000 mental health calls in its inaugural year, providing specialized care and reducing police involvement.
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.
Alberta unions launch worker agenda campaign against government
Alberta Federation of Labour launches comprehensive worker agenda campaign targeting provincial government policies. Union leaders demand protection for workers' rights amid government reforms.
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.
Discover Alberta's Vanishing Ghost Towns
Join photographer Andrew Penner on a journey through Alberta's abandoned places like Farrow and Rowley. Discover these historic sites before they disappear forever from the Canadian landscape.
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.
Cuba fights mosquito-borne chikungunya virus outbreak
Health officials in Cuba are working to contain the spread of chikungunya virus transmitted by mosquitoes. Learn about the outbreak response and prevention measures.
Chronic Kidney Disease Doubles Worldwide: Canada Impact
Global chronic kidney disease cases surge to 800 million adults, with Canada experiencing increased mortality rates. Learn about this growing health crisis and its implications.
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.
Manitoba Municipalities Push for Mental Health Law Reform
Manitoba municipalities are urging the provincial government to review mental health legislation to reduce police involvement in crisis response. Learn about the renewed calls for change.
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.
Alberta Teachers Poised to Strike as Public Support Grows
Exclusive Leger poll shows overwhelming Albertans back teachers in contract dispute with provincial government. As tensions escalate, discover what's driving public opinion and what a potential strike could mean for students and families across Alberta.
80+ charges laid after weeklong Alberta crime spree
Two men face extensive criminal charges after a weeklong crime wave across Central Alberta that involved stolen vehicles, break-ins, and dangerous driving, according to RCMP.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse
Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.
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