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Medical Portal Privacy Gap Exposed in Canada

A Canadian doctor's viral revelation about patient portal privacy raises urgent questions about digital medical confidentiality in the age of electronic health records.

Doctor Urges Repeal of Quebec's Dangerous Bill 2

A Montreal physician warns that Quebec's Bill 2 creates dangerous barriers to healthcare, compromising patient confidentiality and putting vulnerable populations at risk. Learn why medical professionals are demanding repeal.

Woman Sues After Forced Apology to Rapist Father

A shocking Florida lawsuit reveals a woman was compelled by deputies to apologize to her father, who had sexually assaulted her, raising serious questions about police procedures and victim rights.

Disability 'Die-In' Protest at Alberta Legislature Over ADAP

Disability rights activists are organizing a dramatic 'die-in' protest at the Alberta Legislature to oppose provincial changes to disability support programs they say will leave vulnerable citizens without essential services.

Alberta Teachers' Union Has No Legal Case: Experts

Legal analysis reveals the Alberta Teachers' Association has limited options after Premier Danielle Smith's government legislated an end to their planned strike, sparking debate over labour rights in Alberta.

Vancouver rejects lowering voting age to 16

Vancouver City Council has voted against a proposal to lower the municipal voting age to 16, dealing a blow to youth advocacy groups and progressive councillors who argued young people deserve a voice in decisions affecting their future.

B.C. Court Expands Indigenous Title to Urban Areas

A groundbreaking B.C. Supreme Court decision recognizes Indigenous title over specific urban and rural areas, challenging provincial land management and setting precedent for future claims.

BC seeks court stay in Cowichan Tribes case

British Columbia Premier David Eby announces the province will seek a court stay in the Cowichan Tribes case, citing significant implications for Indigenous reconciliation and land rights across BC.

Lethbridge students walk out supporting teachers

Hundreds of Lethbridge high school students walked out of class to protest Alberta's legislation forcing teachers back to work, highlighting growing tension in education sector.

Alberta Labour Prepares for General Strike Over Bill 2

The Alberta Federation of Labour is mobilizing its 170,000 members for potential general strike action in response to the UCP government's Bill 2, warning of the most significant labour unrest in decades.

Judge slashes $510M legal fee request in treaty case

A landmark ruling sees an Ontario judge dramatically reduce legal fees in a multi-billion dollar treaty rights case, calling the original $510 million request 'unreasonable' and setting new precedent for legal compensation.

Notwithstanding Clause: Canada's Constitutional Power Play

Discover how Saskatchewan's recent legal battle puts Canada's rarely-used constitutional override clause in the spotlight. Learn what Section 33 means for your rights and why provinces are increasingly reaching for this nuclear option.

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.

Could Charter Clause End Alberta Teacher Strike?

As Alberta's teacher strike disrupts classrooms, a constitutional expert reveals how a rarely-used Charter clause could force a resolution. Discover the political tool that might break the education deadlock.

Rio's Deadliest Police Raid: 40+ Bodies Found

A shocking police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Jacarezinho favela leaves more than 40 dead in what authorities call the city's deadliest raid ever, raising serious human rights concerns.

Ontario homeowners shocked by $20,000 water bills

Two Ontario residents face financial shock after receiving unprecedented water bills totaling nearly $20,000, raising concerns about municipal billing systems and consumer protection.

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