West Coast General Hospital ICU remains closed
The intensive care unit at Port Alberni's West Coast General Hospital is still closed as officials work to resolve a staffing issue. Learn about the impact on local healthcare.
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Only 52% of high-volume government services met standards
A Treasury Board report reveals a decline in federal service performance, with under half of high-volume services meeting internal standards last year. Read the details and analysis.
Calgary Police Chief: Staffing Strains Top 2026 Challenge
Calgary Police Chief Katie McLellan identifies workforce stability as the primary internal challenge for 2026, crucial for long-term public safety amid city growth. A new recruitment initiative is launched.
Overnight ER Closures at 2 B.C. Lower Mainland Hospitals
Mission Memorial and Ridge Meadows Hospitals announce temporary overnight ER closures and maternity diversions due to acute staffing shortages. Learn the details and impacts.
B.C. Hospital ER Closes Overnight Amid Staffing Crisis
Mission Memorial Hospital in B.C. is experiencing overnight emergency room closures due to critical staffing challenges, resuming service disruptions. Learn about the impact and response.
Canadian medical labs face severe staff shortages
A national association warns of critical staffing shortages in Canada's medical labs, calling for urgent funding to train the next generation of professionals. Learn about the crisis and its impact on healthcare.
Angus Reid Poll Shows Sharp Drop in Government Satisfaction
New data reveals a significant decline in Canadians' approval of government performance, driven by soaring living costs and healthcare concerns. See how your province rates.
Feds defend $1.1M Deloitte AI contract after firm's mistakes
The federal government is justifying a $1.1-million contract awarded to Deloitte for AI advice, even after the consulting giant admitted to past errors. Get the full story on this controversial deal.
400 jobs cut at Natural Resources Canada by 2029
The federal government confirms 400 positions will be eliminated at Natural Resources Canada by 2029. Get the details on the workforce reduction and its implications.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
27,000+ Canadian Public Servants Earn Over $150K
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
Desk 'Hoteling' Could Hamper Public Servant Return-to-Office
New data reveals more than half of federal employees have no assigned workspace. Experts warn this 'hoteling' trend could create major logistical hurdles for any mandated full-time office return.
Opinion: What a Slimmed-Down Canadian Government Must Keep
As Ottawa seeks spending cuts, an opinion piece argues for refocusing on core government needs like security and food, questioning agencies like the NFB. Read the analysis.
Quebec cutting 5,000 government jobs, ordering office return
The Quebec government announces major workforce reductions and a hybrid work mandate. Learn the details and implications of this significant public sector shift.
Cochrane eyes Australian paramedics for staffing gaps
Northern Ontario's Cochrane district is turning to Australia to fill critical paramedic vacancies. The local service board has approved a plan to hire up to eight internationally trained professionals.
Ontario's $112M ad spend sets record, auditor finds issues
Ontario's auditor general reports a record $112M spent on government ads, with concerns over partisan promotion and a costly U.S. campaign that disrupted trade talks. Read the full investigation.
Newfoundland Pledges Strict AI Review After False Citations
Newfoundland and Labrador government announces comprehensive AI review after discovering fabricated citations in official reports. Premier Wakeham commits to transparency.
Ottawa Opens New Emergency Coordination Center
Canadian government launches new emergency management measures and coordination center in Ottawa to strengthen disaster response capabilities nationwide.
20 Sudbury Paramedics Off Work Due to Occupational Stress
Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services confronts staffing challenges with 20 paramedics on leave for occupational stress injuries. Learn about the impact on emergency services.
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.
Toronto's radical plan for homeless shelters and drugs
Toronto's shelter guidelines encourage hiring active drug users and providing drug services in all facilities, including those with children. A controversial shift in harm reduction.
Lawsuit seeks damages over Cowichan title ruling
New legal action seeks compensation from B.C. and federal governments following the Cowichan Nation Aboriginal title claim decision. Learn about the implications for Indigenous rights.
Quebec's NYC Residence Renovation Costs $2.6M
Quebec is spending over $2.6 million to renovate its delegate general's official residence in New York City, citing security and functionality upgrades. Discover the details.
Windsor-Essex MRI/CT scan delays reach 2 years
Patients in Windsor-Essex face critical delays for MRI and CT scans due to staffing shortages, with some waiting up to two years for essential diagnostics.
Alberta's Public-Private Surgery Model Stirs Controversy
Alberta's UCP proposes doctors work in both public and private systems. Critics argue this benefits the wealthy amid a staffing crisis where 80,000 await surgeries. Read the full analysis.
Essex broke transparency rules, implements reforms
Essex Council violated municipal transparency regulations but has now implemented corrective measures. Learn how the town is rebuilding public trust through improved accountability practices.
Border security crisis: refugees must self-declare threats
Canada's Customs union warns staffing shortages compromise border security, forcing asylum claimants to self-identify as threats. Urgent reforms needed to protect national security.
$1.03M spent on two government conferences
Taxpayers funded $1.03 million for two lavish 2024 government conferences featuring $94,000 dinners, $1,340 musical spoons, and $915 flower arrangements. Discover the shocking details of federal spending.
Saanich Police Chief on Staffing Challenges and Training Academy
Saanich Police Chief Dean Duthie discusses staffing challenges and proposes a Vancouver Island training academy to address recruitment issues. Learn about the department's current situation.
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