Key Health Stories Impacting Kitchener in 2025
A review of the pivotal health and public safety developments in the Kitchener region for 2025, including local incidents and national policy debates. Stay informed on issues affecting your community.
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Sarnia police seek tips in unsolved 2025 homicide
Sarnia Police Service is appealing to the public for new information regarding the unsolved homicide of Robert 'B.J.' Raymond. Anyone with details is urged to come forward.
Mission Hospital ER Closing Overnight Dec. 29-Jan. 6
Mission Memorial Hospital's emergency department will operate reduced hours from Dec. 29 to Jan. 6 due to a physician shortage. Learn the details and where to seek urgent care.
One dead after car smashes into North York store
Toronto police are appealing for witnesses after a vehicle crashed into a North York store on Christmas Eve, killing one person. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Regina Urgent Care Centre Holiday Closure Sparks Concern
The Regina Urgent Care Centre on Albert Street is closed during the Christmas holidays, prompting criticism from the Saskatchewan NDP over reduced healthcare access.
629 ESDC staff disciplined for misconduct in 2024/25
A new federal report shows 629 Employment and Social Development Canada employees faced discipline last year, with unauthorized data access the top offence. Read the full findings.
Manitoba lowers breast cancer screening self-referral age
Manitoba has lowered the age for self-referral breast cancer screening to 40, a move celebrated by advocates. Learn about the change and its impact on early detection.
South Korea passes law with heavy fines for false information
South Korea's parliament has approved a bill allowing heavy punitive damages for publishing false information, raising concerns over press freedom and censorship. Learn the details and implications.
76,475 Canadians Have Died by MAID: A Decade of Debate
A decade after legalization, MAID accounts for 1 in 20 deaths in Canada. Proponents cite pent-up demand, while critics warn of lax safeguards and questionable practices.
P.E.I. ATV pilot road project expands to 99 kilometres
Prince Edward Island's pilot project allowing ATVs on select roads has grown to 99 kilometres, offering riders greater connectivity. Learn about the expansion and its impact.
Alberta to Test Higher 120 km/h Speed Limits
Alberta plans to test 120 km/h speed limits on select rural highways. A reader argues the de facto limit is already 120 km/h, raising safety concerns. Plus, letters on MAID access and immigration policy.
Readers Sound Off on Leafs' Broadcast, Healthcare, Trade
Toronto Sun readers share strong opinions on Joe Bowen's TV absence, Canada's healthcare failings, and dairy trade policy in the Dec. 21, 2025, letters.
Gatineau residents skeptical of new Quebec doctor deal
Despite a new provincial agreement with physicians, Gatineau families like Edward Blanco-Steger's, whose doctor is leaving, fear healthcare access won't improve. Read about the local concerns.
Toy Mountain 2025 wraps up successful season in Barrie
CTV's Toy Mountain campaign concludes another season of giving in Barrie, collecting donations for local children. See how the community came together for the holidays.
Final Walk-In Clinic in Huron-Perth Closing This Month
The South Huron Medical Centre's weekend walk-in clinic in Exeter, Ont. will shut down on Dec. 29, 2025. This closure marks the end of accessible after-hours care in the region, raising concerns for residents.
Judge stops husband's 'Death Plan' for wife with Alzheimer's
A B.C. Supreme Court judge has intervened to protect a 77-year-old woman with advanced Alzheimer's from her husband, who openly discussed a plan to end her life if she became ineligible for MAID. Read the full ruling details.
Regina officer disciplined for privacy breaches
A Regina police officer received a one-day unpaid suspension after improperly accessing personal data 67 times. Chief Lorilee Davies responds to the privacy commissioner's report.
Rome to charge visitors for Trevi Fountain access
Rome will implement an entry fee for the Trevi Fountain in 2025 to manage crowds and fund maintenance during the Jubilee Year, which expects millions of visitors.
BrandSafway Ranked 6th Top Specialty Contractor by ENR
Engineering News Record ranks BrandSafway sixth globally among specialty contractors. The firm has held a top-ten spot for 17 years, supporting iconic projects from Toronto to Norway.
Visa, Mastercard settle ATM fee lawsuit for $167.5M
Visa and Mastercard agree to a $167.5 million settlement over claims they conspired to keep ATM access fees high. Get the details on the class action lawsuit.
Quebec Doctors Vote 97% for Deal to Add 500,000 Patients
Quebec family doctors have overwhelmingly approved a new agreement with the province, a move expected to connect half a million more patients with a GP. Read the details of the landmark deal.
B.C. FOI 'Black Box' Exposed in Watchdog Study
A new study by B.C.'s information watchdog is investigating the opaque 'black box' of the province's freedom of information systems. Learn about the findings and their implications for transparency.
New Community Legal Clinic Launched on Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island announces a new community legal clinic to improve access to justice for residents. Learn about the initiative and its goals for 2025.
Santé Québec's French-only site a barrier for anglophones
Advocates argue the Santé Québec website's lack of English violates rights to health services in one's mother tongue. A reader's letter calls for compassion over language enforcement.
Quebec Pharmacist Powers Expansion Slow to Roll Out
The expansion of Quebec pharmacists' prescribing powers, announced to improve healthcare access, is experiencing significant implementation delays. Learn about the causes and impacts.
Safety fears as Winnipeg hospital bus stop moved
The relocation of a bus stop from Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg has raised significant safety and accessibility concerns for vulnerable patients and staff. Learn about the community's response.
Ethics of MAID for Mental Illness Debated in Parliament
As Parliament debates Bill C-218 to exclude mental illness from MAID eligibility, experts question if offering assisted death masks a failure to provide adequate mental health support and dignified living conditions in Canada.
Saskatchewan Needs Strong Privacy Laws for AI Era
An opinion piece argues Saskatchewan's cybersecurity pact is insufficient. The province needs robust privacy legislation to govern AI data use, citing real-world examples of potential breaches.
Quebec abortion clinic buffer zone law challenged in court
Final arguments are being heard in a Montreal court challenge against Quebec's law requiring protesters to stay 50 metres from abortion clinics. The case tests the balance between access and protest rights.
Vancouver's $10 Info Request Fee Called 'Discouraging'
Vancouver considers a $10 fee for information requests, raising concerns about public transparency. Advocates warn it could hinder access to city data.
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