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Mission Hospital ER Closed Over Halloween Weekend

Patients in Mission, BC faced limited emergency care options as the local hospital's emergency department closed for nearly 48 hours due to severe staffing shortages during the Halloween weekend.

Quebec Med Students Vote to Strike Over Health Law

Thousands of future doctors across four Quebec universities are taking a stand against Bill 31, voting overwhelmingly for strike action in a dramatic escalation of their protest against the province's healthcare reforms.

Moose Jaw officer charged with assault, break-and-enter

A Moose Jaw police officer has been charged with assault and break-and-enter following an on-duty incident that occurred in January 2024. The case is now before the courts as the officer faces serious criminal allegations.

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.

Calgary Hospitals Launch Trauma Resilience Training

A groundbreaking program at Calgary's Foothills Medical Centre is equipping frontline hospital staff with vital tools to combat burnout and compassion fatigue through specialized trauma resilience training.

Langley RCMP sergeant guilty of assault in arrest

A Langley RCMP staff sergeant has been found guilty of assault for using excessive force during a shoplifting arrest. Learn about the case that's raising questions about police conduct.

Kamloops Pharmacist Suspended, Fined $2,500

A Kamloops pharmacist faces consequences after admitting to making false statements to their regulatory body, resulting in a four-month suspension and financial penalty.

Regina Police Chief Firing Acknowledges Harm: Complainant

The firing of Regina Police Chief Evan Bray represents an acknowledgment of harm caused to community members, according to a woman whose misconduct complaint contributed to his removal. The case highlights ongoing accountability issues within police servi

NB Doctor Waitlist Grows by 10,000 in 6 Months

New Brunswick's primary care shortage reaches alarming levels as nearly 10,000 additional people join the patient registry waitlist since April, exposing a growing healthcare accessibility crisis across the province.

Halifax police officer charged with obstruction

A Halifax Regional Police officer has been charged with obstruction of justice following an internal investigation into allegations of selling stolen bicycles. The case raises serious questions about police conduct and accountability.

Quebec's Controversial Doctor Bill Sparks Healthcare Debate

Quebec's proposed Bill 15, dubbed the 'Doctors' Bill,' is generating heated debate across the province. Discover what the controversial legislation actually contains and why it's dividing medical professionals and policymakers.

Quebec's Doctor Exodus: 100+ Physicians Leaving

Quebec faces a devastating healthcare exodus as over 100 doctors announce plans to leave the province, with Liberal Leader Marc Tanguay warning of catastrophic consequences for the public healthcare system.

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