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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.
Dubé's Legacy: Quebec Health System Battered and Broken
An analysis of Christian Dubé's tumultuous five-year tenure as Quebec Health Minister, marked by ambitious reforms, soaring wait times, and a system left in crisis. Discover the mixed legacy of his push for transparency and efficiency.
Calls Grow to Reform Floor Crossing Rules in Canada
Political analyst Raphaël Melançon argues for stricter rules on MPs and MNAs switching parties mid-term, citing recent defections that undermine voter trust. A proposed solution: resign and run in a byelection.
Quebec Doctors Vote on New Deal After Province Backtracks
Quebec's family physicians are voting on a revised agreement after the provincial government walked back controversial payment reforms. The outcome will shape primary care access across the province.
Quebec Ends Bill 2 Talks, Doctors Warn of Exodus
Quebec's government has halted talks on Bill 2, a controversial physician payment reform. The province's family doctors' federation warns the move will worsen the healthcare crisis and drive doctors away. Read the latest.
Quebec Doctor Salary Negotiations Break Down with Government
Negotiations between Quebec's doctors' federation and the CAQ government have collapsed over salary reform. Key details on the impasse and what happens next.
Quebec medical directors vow to defy health-care law Bill 2
Heads of Quebec's family medicine departments refuse to implement parts of Bill 2, citing overburdened clinics and a flawed surveillance role. They demand suspension of key articles.
Bill 2 Distorts Moral Compass in Medicine: Doctor
A Quebec psychiatrist argues Bill 2's performance quotas undermine medical ethics and patient care, forcing doctors to choose between conscience and targets. Read the analysis.
Son of Quebec surgeons says Bill 2 won't fix broken system
A CEGEP student, whose parents are surgeons, shares an insider's view of Quebec's healthcare strain. He argues Bill 2's demands for more output ignore a system lacking resources, pushing dedicated physicians to burnout. Read his powerful plea for change.
Sunshine Coast residents push for long-term care action
Sunshine Coast residents demand immediate action as long-term care facilities remain empty while seniors await placement. Community advocates call for provincial intervention.
Quebec hospital pharmacists plead for help as vacancies hit 20%
Quebec hospital pharmacists demand ministerial action as 1 in 5 positions sit empty, creating medication safety risks. Read about the growing healthcare crisis.
Quebec AG: Difficult to Access Medical Specialists
Quebec's acting auditor general reveals significant challenges in accessing medical specialists. Learn about the systemic issues affecting healthcare delivery in the province.
Hudson medical clinic closing over Quebec Bill 2 reforms
Hudson Medical Centre will close April 1, citing unsustainable conditions under Quebec's Bill 2. The closure affects 11,000 patients. Learn more about the impact.
Quebec Premier, doctors seek path forward on Bill 2
Quebec Premier François Legault meets with family doctors to resolve the Bill 2 impasse. Will new talks avert a healthcare crisis? Read the latest developments.
Dual Healthcare System Could Create Negative Competition
Professor warns Alberta's proposed dual healthcare system may lead to negative competition and reduced care quality. Learn about the potential impacts on Canadian healthcare.
Alberta's Dual-Practice Health Model Puts Patients First
Alberta's new health reforms introduce dual-practice for physicians, aiming to reduce wait times while maintaining universal coverage. Learn how this hybrid model could transform Canadian healthcare.
Mom Demands Reform After Daughter's Suicide Following FOI
Maya Cassady, 17, died by suicide after obtaining her mental health records through freedom of information. Her mother now advocates for systemic reform to protect vulnerable youth.
Ontario Moves to Reinstate Cash Bail System
Ontario plans controversial legislation to require cash deposits for bail, reversing 50+ years of Canadian legal practice. Critics question constitutionality amid public safety concerns.
Alberta's Bill 11 seeks health system changes, dual practice
Alberta's Bill 11 proposes major healthcare reforms including dual practice for specialists and changes to drug coverage. Learn how this could impact your healthcare access.
New Brunswick backs specialty healthcare company growth
New Brunswick government supports BioScript Solutions expansion, creating jobs and enhancing specialty healthcare services across the province. Learn about this strategic investment.
Nunavik healthcare workers leave due to water shortages
Critical water shortages in Nunavik are driving doctors and nurses away, severely impacting healthcare delivery in Hudson Bay communities. Learn how this crisis affects patient care.
Quebec Doctors Sue Government Over Pay Reform
Quebec's Federation of General Practitioners files legal challenge against provincial pay reform legislation, claiming it violates doctors' rights. Learn about the dispute.
Quebec Doctors Sue Government Over Pay Reform
Quebec's federation of family doctors files legal challenge against provincial pay reform legislation, claiming it violates constitutional rights. Learn about the dispute.
Quebec Health Law Seizes Power, Angers Doctors
Quebec's new health legislation grants government unilateral control over doctor pay and patient assignments, sparking fierce backlash from physicians. Learn about the seismic shift in Canadian healthcare.
Quebec surgeon questions future after Bill 2
Montreal surgeon Dr. Ahmed Aoude shares how Quebec's Bill 2 threatens healthcare professionals and patient care. Read his emotional plea for support.
LaSalle Children's Clinic Closing Over Health Reforms
Montreal's Centre médical pour enfants LaSalle will close due to Quebec healthcare compensation changes, affecting pediatric services. Learn about the impacts.
Quebec doctors challenge Bill 2 pay reform in court
Quebec's family doctors are taking the government to court over Bill 2, a pay reform law they say is causing a catastrophic collapse in frontline healthcare. Learn about the legal battle.
Quebec Private Schools See Positive Cell Phone Ban Results
Survey reveals Quebec private schools are experiencing academic and social benefits following classroom cell phone restrictions. Discover how the policy is transforming learning environments.
Maternal Sepsis Deaths Lead to Hospital Reform Demands
A grieving widower demands action as Group A sepsis infections claim mothers' lives after childbirth. Learn about the growing crisis and calls for healthcare reform across Canada.
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