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NB Hospital Death Lawsuit Settled by Family

The family of a New Brunswick man who died in a hospital emergency room has reached a settlement in their lawsuit. The case highlights ongoing concerns about emergency healthcare in Canada.

First Canadian asphalt shingle recycling plant opens

Northstar Clean Technologies launches Canada's first asphalt shingle reprocessing facility east of Calgary, diverting 80,000+ tons annually from landfills. A major step for sustainable construction.

Ottawa Hospital ER Wait Times Exposed

New data reveals emergency room wait times at Ottawa hospitals. Learn what patients face and how the healthcare system is responding to increasing demands.

Gas Leak Forces Evacuations in Kirkland Lake

A dangerous natural gas leak triggered emergency evacuations in downtown Kirkland Lake, Ontario. Multiple streets closed as emergency crews work to contain the hazardous situation.

Springwater Council Battles Over Boundary Changes

Tensions explode at Springwater Township council as accusations of back-room deals and procedural violations fly during heated boundary change debate. Mayor and councillors clash over transparency and governance.

Gas Leak Emergency: Kirkland Lake Evacuations

A major natural gas leak triggered emergency evacuations in downtown Kirkland Lake, Ontario. Emergency crews responded to the hazardous situation, closing streets and establishing safety perimeters.

Nova Scotia ER Patients Wait 70+ Hours for Beds

Shocking new data reveals Nova Scotia emergency room patients are waiting more than three days for hospital admission, exposing a deepening healthcare crisis in Atlantic Canada.

Fort Macleod ER Closed Due to Staffing Crisis

Alberta's Fort Macleod emergency department faces temporary closure due to critical staff shortages, leaving residents without urgent care access. Learn about alternative options and the growing healthcare crisis in rural communities.

Staffing shortages deny sexual assault kits to survivors

A devastating healthcare shortage in Northern Ontario is forcing sexual assault survivors to be turned away from hospitals without receiving crucial forensic evidence collection kits, raising alarm among advocates and medical professionals.

Windsor's Green Bin Program Diverts 350+ Tonnes of Waste

Windsor's new green bin initiative exceeds expectations as residents enthusiastically embrace composting, diverting massive amounts of food waste from landfills and paving the way for environmental sustainability.

Swiss Emergency Hammer: Life-Saving Car Tool

Discover the revolutionary Swiss Safe Car Emergency Hammer - a multi-tool safety device designed to help drivers escape vehicles after accidents and handle roadside emergencies.

Quebec Doctors Challenge Health Minister to See Crisis

Frontline physicians extend unprecedented invitation to Minister Christian Dubé, urging him to witness firsthand the crisis gripping Quebec's healthcare system and join them in finding real solutions.

Dramatic Vehicle Fire Erupts in Greenwich, NS

A terrifying vehicle fire completely engulfed a car in Greenwich, Nova Scotia, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky. Firefighters battled intense flames in this dramatic Kings County incident.

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