Man dies after 8-hour ER wait in Edmonton hospital
The wife of Prashant Sreekumar demands answers after he died at Grey Nuns Hospital following an 8-hour wait. She questions accountability and potential negligence.
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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.
Man Waits 17 Years in Hospital for Provincial Funding
Ken Retkowski has spent 17 years at Renfrew Victoria Hospital, unable to leave due to a lack of provincial funding for specialized care. His story highlights systemic gaps in long-term healthcare support.
Hospital Manager Sues Over Firing After Witnessing Stabbing
A Winnipeg health-care manager diagnosed with PTSD after witnessing a workplace stabbing is suing Seven Oaks General Hospital and the WRHA for wrongful dismissal. Read the full story.
St. Clair College Warns of 2026 Program, Job Cuts
St. Clair College's president has indicated that program reductions and job cuts are possible in 2026 due to financial pressures. Learn about the potential impacts on students and staff.
Union blasts province over North Bay hospital job cuts
Healthcare workers and union members rallied in North Bay, calling on the Ontario government to reverse planned job cuts at the North Bay Regional Health Centre.
Guards barred from hospital after leaving man in cold
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has banned security guards from its facilities after video showed a man in a wheelchair left outside in freezing temperatures. Read the full story.
Conestoga College lays off 200 staff before Christmas
Nearly 200 full-time employees at Conestoga College have been laid off just before the holidays, sparking criticism. Get the details on this major workforce reduction.
Waterloo Region's new hospital opening timeline revealed
CTV's Krista Simpson uncovers new details on the long-awaited hospital for Waterloo Region, a project two decades in development. Learn about the potential opening date and project progress.
Security Officers Removed from Saskatoon Hospital
Security personnel involved in a recent incident are no longer permitted to work at Saskatoon's Victoria Hospital. Get the latest details on the investigation and hospital response.
Stollery Hospital to Bring Back Bell-Ringing in March
Alberta Health Services reinstates public bell-ringing ceremonies at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital after listening to families. The tradition returns March 1.
New Stollery Hospital Site Announcement Under-Recognized
The announcement of a new site for Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital, a critical hub serving 300,000 kids annually, has been overlooked. This planning phase is crucial for accountability and a successful build.
Labour Shortage Ends as Job Vacancies Keep Falling in Canada
Statistics Canada reports a continued decline in job vacancies, with openings dropping 2.8% in Q3 2025. Explore the shift from labour shortage to job shortage and what it means for the economy.
200 Conestoga College employees lose jobs before holidays
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time positions just before the holiday break. Get the full details on this significant workforce reduction in Kitchener-Waterloo.
LHSC sees surge in flu admissions, ER visits, and outbreaks
London Health Sciences Centre reports increased hospital admissions, emergency visits, and outbreaks due to a busy influenza season. Get the latest details on the healthcare impact.
Federal job cut notifications to start in January
The federal government will begin notifying public servants of potential job cuts in January 2025. Get the latest details on this significant workforce adjustment.
Man causes damage at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elliot Lake
Ontario Provincial Police report an incident of vandalism at St. Joseph's General Hospital in Elliot Lake. Details on the arrest and charges.
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.
Hospital Staff in Barrie Must Wear Masks as Illnesses Rise
Georgian Bay General Hospital in Barrie mandates masks for all staff due to a significant increase in respiratory illnesses. The policy aims to protect vulnerable patients and healthcare workers.
Montreal ERs Under Pressure: Parents Asked to Avoid Unless Urgent
Montreal Children's Hospital advises parents to use emergency rooms only for true emergencies due to high demand. Learn what this means for families and where to seek alternative care.
NDP Leader Marit Stiles tours North Bay amid health, education crises
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles visited North Bay, criticizing the province's takeover of a local school board and recent hospital job cuts. Read her full assessment of the northern crises.
New Waiting Room Opens at University of Alberta Hospital
A newly renovated waiting area has opened at Edmonton's University of Alberta Hospital, offering a more comfortable space for patients and families. Learn about the upgrades and their impact.
GM CAMI layoffs hit 1,200 workers before holidays
Over 1,200 workers at GM's CAMI plant in Ingersoll face a devastating holiday season as layoffs force tough decisions. Couples at the plant are hit with a 'double' financial blow.
Pregnant patients diverted from 2 B.C. hospitals for holidays
Fraser Health announces temporary diversion of pregnant patients from Peace Arch and another hospital during the holiday period due to staffing. Learn the details and alternatives.
Sask. nurse shares scary ER incident with armed patient
A Saskatchewan nurse recounts a frightening event where a patient brought firearms and knives into a Saskatoon emergency room. Read the full story and its implications for hospital safety.
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.
Sask. woman forced to travel while in labour
A Swift Current woman shares her ordeal of being turned away from her local hospital during labour, forcing a lengthy trip. Read her story and the impact of regional service disruptions.
Early Retirement Info Sent to 68,000 Federal Public Servants
The federal government has begun notifying 68,000 public servants about a new early retirement program, a key step in its plan to cut 40,000 jobs from the bureaucracy. Learn the eligibility criteria and what the union says.
$6.5M campaign launched for MRI machine at Goderich hospital
Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich, Ont., kicks off a $6.5 million fundraising drive to bring a vital MRI machine to the community. Join the 'Magnetic Moments' campaign today.
North Bay hospital job cuts protested at union town hall
A union representing workers at North Bay Regional Health Centre held a town hall to oppose planned job cuts, warning the hospital is already 'swamped'. Read about the community's concerns.
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