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.
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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 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.
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.
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.
Free End-of-Life Workshop in Sudbury November 25
Maison McCulloch Hospice hosts free end-of-life planning workshop in Sudbury on November 25, 2025. Learn advance care planning from palliative care coaches.
B.C. Child Care: Most Expensive in Canada
B.C.'s child-care program now has Canada's highest fees despite NDP promises. Only 10% of spaces are $10/day while families pay up to $95 daily. Learn about the economic impact.
Son speaks out on dementia antipsychotic use
A Saskatoon man shares his father's experience with inappropriate antipsychotic medication in long-term care, highlighting a systemic issue affecting dementia patients across Canada.
First Look: Winnipeg's New 72-Hour Protective Care Centre
Winnipeg's new protective care centre will offer a safe space for drug-intoxicated individuals for up to 72 hours. Minister Bernadette Smith tours the facility ahead of its opening.
New Glasgow Long-Term Care Home Construction Starts
Nova Scotia begins construction on new long-term care facility in New Glasgow, addressing senior care needs in Pictou County. Project represents significant healthcare investment.
AI Radiation System Boosts Cancer Care in London
London's Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre introduces groundbreaking AI-assisted radiation therapy that's revolutionizing cancer treatment for patients across the region.
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.
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.
Northwest Regina collision impacts traffic flow
Emergency services respond to two-vehicle collision in northwest Regina. RPS, EMS and Regina Fire on scene. Stay updated on traffic impacts.
New Child-Care Spaces Coming to Inverness and Canso
Nova Scotia government expands child-care access with new spaces in Inverness and Canso. Learn how this initiative supports families and early childhood development.
Vancouver Aquatic Centre closure frustrates swim clubs
The indefinite closure of Vancouver Aquatic Centre after ceiling damage displaces swim clubs. User groups face transparency issues and limited pool access in the city.
Vancouver mayor proposes Filipino cultural centre plan
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim unveils plan for Filipino cultural centre despite community concerns. Learn about the proposal and ongoing discussions.
Nurse Practitioners Improve Cancer Care Access at LHSC
London Health Sciences Centre enhances cancer care accessibility through nurse practitioners. Positive patient feedback confirms improved treatment experiences and streamlined healthcare delivery.
Ontario launches bundled home care to relieve hospitals
Ontario introduces High-Intensity Bundled Home Care program to reduce hospital overcrowding by providing comprehensive medical services directly to patients' homes. Learn how this initiative aims to transform healthcare delivery.
76 new child-care spaces for Middle Musquodoboit
Middle Musquodoboit welcomes 76 new licensed child-care spaces to address growing demand. The expansion promises enhanced early childhood education opportunities for Nova Scotia families.
Manitoba's 72-hour detention for meth intoxication
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew introduces involuntary 72-hour detention for drug-intoxicated individuals. New protective care centers aim to address public safety and addiction treatment in Winnipeg.
Ontario extends $19/day child-care program for one year
Ontario and federal government agree to extend $19/day child-care program for one year. Parents and providers welcome relief but say long-term solution needed for affordable child care in Canada.
Ontario child-care fees to remain at $19/day in 2025
Ontario and federal government agree to one-year extension of $19/day average child-care fees. Deal ensures affordability for families through 2025.
Ontario short thousands of long-term care beds
New data from Ontario's fiscal update shows the province remains thousands of beds short of its long-term care commitment, raising concerns about healthcare capacity and senior care quality.
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.
BC Care Home Cuts Harming Seniors: Missed Baths, Isolation
Disturbing reports reveal how funding reductions to British Columbia care homes are compromising senior care, leading to skipped baths, lonely meals, and deteriorating living conditions for vulnerable residents.
Vancouver Filipino Community Champions Cultural Centre
Metro Vancouver's vibrant Filipino community is rallying support for a groundbreaking cultural centre that would celebrate heritage and serve growing population needs.
Canadian Luxury Body Oils for Everyday Pampering
Explore premium Canadian-made body oils that transform daily routines into luxurious self-care rituals. From coast to coast, these locally crafted elixirs deliver hydration and sensory bliss.
Elora Parking Lot Crash: Driver Charged After Pedestrian Struck
A dramatic parking lot collision in downtown Elora sends one pedestrian to hospital with serious injuries as police charge driver with careless driving in Centre Wellington investigation.
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