Migrant farm workers face exploitation in Canada
An investigation reveals how Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, vital for agriculture, can lead to the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers. Read the full story.
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67,500 B.C. health workers vote to approve 4-year deal
A union representing tens of thousands of health care workers in British Columbia has ratified a new four-year collective agreement. Learn the details of this significant labour deal.
GOP Defies Speaker to Force Vote on Affordable Care Act Subsidies
A group of House Republicans has bypassed Speaker Mike Johnson to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies. This internal party clash could impact healthcare costs for millions of Americans. Read the latest on the political showdown.
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.
B.C. care workers reach transition deal with province
Workers in B.C.'s long-term and assisted living facilities have ratified a new transition agreement. The deal marks a significant step for the sector's workforce.
Migrant farm workers face abuse, underpayment in Canada
A major investigation reveals systemic exploitation of nearly 80,000 temporary foreign workers in Canadian agriculture, with reports of wage theft, injuries, and abuse described as 'the new slavery.'
Edmonton nursing care union members vote yes on deal
Alberta Union of Provincial Employees nursing care members have voted overwhelmingly to accept a new collective agreement, securing improved working conditions and benefits for healthcare workers.
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.
Vancouver health workers vote for strike mandate
Community health workers in Vancouver have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike mandate amid contract negotiations. The BCGEU represents workers seeking better wages and conditions.
Alberta Health Workers Vote for 12% Wage Increase
HSAA members in Alberta approve four-year collective agreement with 12% wage hike, ending 20-month contract dispute. Paramedics, therapists get additional increases.
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.
Why Canadian Bosses Prefer Hiring Foreign Workers
New research shows temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and work longer hours, depressing wages for all Canadian workers. Learn how this affects Canada's labor market.
95K North York patients without care in healthcare strike
Over 95,000 patients in North York face weeks without primary care as healthcare workers strike for fair wages. Learn how this affects community health services.
Alberta health workers ratify collective agreement
Front-line health workers in Alberta vote 66% to ratify new collective agreement with health agencies. Deal brings stability to healthcare sector.
Eby: Legal protection for involuntary care workers
B.C. Premier David Eby introduces changes protecting workers from lawsuits in involuntary care cases. Learn how these reforms impact healthcare professionals across Canada.
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.
Alberta nurses strike ends with tentative deal
Alberta's 16,000 licensed practical nurses and health-care aides reach tentative agreement, ending strike that lasted less than an hour. Deal awaits ratification.
Windsor Children's Centre Agreement Ratified
The John McGivney Children's Centre in Windsor has officially ratified its collective agreement, ensuring continued specialized services for children with disabilities in the community.
Alberta Premier distances from DynaLife lab testing debacle
Alberta Premier distances herself from $109M DynaLife lab testing crisis as union warns of potential job action. Capacity expansion plans announced amid ongoing negotiations.
AHS and AUPE resume talks, strike still possible
Critical negotiations resume between Alberta Health Services and AUPE as 58,000 healthcare workers consider strike action. Get the latest updates on the tense labor dispute.
Alberta Nursing Staff Struggle with Food Insecurity
New research reveals 8.3% of unionized nursing-care workers in Alberta used food banks in the past year as strike notice looms over failed negotiations with AHS.
2005 Budget Drama: When Speaker Broke Tie to Save Gov't
Relive the dramatic 2005 budget vote where Parliament's Speaker cast the deciding vote to save Paul Martin's minority government amid political betrayals and high-stakes drama.
Alberta allows doctors to work in public and private systems
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces groundbreaking healthcare reforms allowing physicians to work in both public and private systems. Learn how this affects patient care.
Alberta healthcare workers need more drug crisis support
New Parkland Institute report reveals Alberta's drug poisoning crisis severely impacts healthcare workers, with 69% reporting work changes and 50% facing emotional abuse. Frontline staff need better support.
New HART Healthcare Hub Opens in Windsor-Essex
Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare launches innovative HART Hub on November 19, 2025, revolutionizing patient care access in Windsor-Essex region. Discover the future of healthcare delivery.
Pictou Nursing Home Workers Vote for Strike Action
Long-term care workers at a Pictou, Nova Scotia nursing home have voted to authorize strike action. Learn about the implications for senior care in the region and what happens next.
B.C. health workers reach tentative agreement for 67,500
67,500 B.C. health workers secure tentative labor agreement with wage increases and improved working conditions. Learn about the four-year deal's key provisions.
Vancouver health workers reach 4-year tentative deal
Health care workers in Vancouver have secured a tentative four-year agreement with employers, bringing stability to British Columbia's healthcare system. Learn about the breakthrough deal.
Alberta's public-private doctor plan faces criticism
Alberta's proposal allowing physicians to work in both public and private systems raises concerns about healthcare equity. Critics warn this could create two-tier medicine in the province.
MP Stubbs defends missing budget vote after surgery
Conservative MP Shannon Stubbs explains missing crucial budget vote following medical procedure. Get the full story on this parliamentary development.
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