26 Ottawa Care Home Residents Displaced After Flooding
The City of Ottawa confirms 26 long-term care residents require relocation following facility flooding. Officials are coordinating emergency housing and support services.
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Ontario child care fees won't drop in 2026, $10/day target in question
Ontario parents will not see child care fees decrease this year, raising doubts about the province's $10-a-day promise. Explore the details and what this means for families.
Sask. woman advised to crowdfund for out-of-province brain tumour care
A Saskatchewan woman with a brain tumour was advised by provincial health officials to crowdfund for out-of-province treatment. Read about the systemic gaps in healthcare coverage.
Moe's Health Care Comments Draw NDP Ire, Privatization Fears
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe's call for 'innovative' health care delivery, citing Alberta, draws NDP accusations of privatization. The government fires back, defending new approaches. Read the clash.
Post-Holiday Poinsettia Care Guide for Canadian Homes
Expert gardening advice on preventing leaf drop and caring for your poinsettia year-round. Learn the difference between sweet potatoes and yams in our latest gardening column.
Minnesota child care centers in viral video fraud probe operating normally
Minnesota investigators report child care centres accused of fraud in a viral video are currently operating. Discover the details of the investigation and what steps authorities are taking next.
Minnesota's Child Care Fraud Probe: Document Deadline Next Week
Minnesota authorities have until next week to provide documents to the U.S. government in a significant child care fraud investigation. Get the latest details on the probe.
‘Code Red’: Urgent Call for Ontario to Fix Grey-Bruce Cancer Care
A health coalition declares a ‘code red’ for oncology services in Owen Sound, urging immediate provincial intervention as palliative patients lobby for change. Read the full story.
Quebec bans health care agencies in 5 regions
Quebec mandates five regions to stop using private health care employment agencies, aiming to reduce reliance on costly temporary staff and bolster the public system. Learn about the impacts.
Alberta Bill 11: The Real Cost of Dual-Practice Health Care
Alberta's Bill 11 fuels debate on private-pay health services. Critics warn of a two-tier system, while capacity issues persist. Explore the impact on universal care in Canada.
Ontario Funds Private Clinics for Hip, Knee Surgeries
Ontario's PC government allocates $125 million to private clinics for hip and knee replacements, aiming to cut wait times. Analysis argues for broader two-tier health care reform.
Canada's Health Care Crisis: 28.6-Week Wait Times
Millions of Canadians lack a family doctor as wait times hit 28.6 weeks. Fraser Institute analyst Mackenzie Moir argues for structural reform, pointing to better-performing universal systems abroad. Read more.
N.B. Premier Holt on Health Care: 2025 Foundation, 2026 Results
New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt states 2025 set the groundwork for health system improvements. The coming year, 2026, will be focused on delivering tangible results for residents.
Before and After School Care Returns to South Huron
South Huron families will see the return of before and after school childcare programs next year, a critical service for working parents. Learn about the reinstatement and its impact on the community.
Christmas Joy for Kids in Montreal End-of-Life Care
A Montreal pediatric palliative care home, Le Phare, creates festive moments for children and families during the holidays. Discover how compassion lights up the season.
N.B. increases income limit for home care support
New Brunswick has announced an increase to the income threshold for accessing government-funded home care services, allowing more seniors and individuals to qualify for support. Learn about the changes and who benefits.
Nova Scotia to launch new home care platform in 2027
Nova Scotia announces a new digital home care platform set for 2027, aiming to modernize and streamline access to vital healthcare services for residents.
Democrats Wary of January Government Shutdown Over Health Care
Senate Democrats are reluctant to force another government shutdown in January, believing they've won the political messaging war on health care despite failing to extend ACA subsidies. Internal party divides persist as the midterms approach.
McGovern Lists Trump's Failed Health Care Promises
Rep. Jim McGovern detailed years of unfulfilled pledges by Donald Trump to replace the Affordable Care Act. The House passed a GOP bill without extending key subsidies.
GOP Moderates Force Vote on Expiring Obamacare Subsidies
Four House Republicans defy Speaker Mike Johnson, signing a Democratic petition to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire this month. Will the Senate act?
Sask. auditor raises red flags over care home inspections
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
Toronto-Area Parents Struggle to Find Before & After School Care
Families in the Greater Toronto Area are scrambling to secure before and after school care as more professionals return to the office, creating a critical shortage. Learn about the impacts and challenges.
U.S. Health Care Costs Skyrocket, Market Reform Urged
Analysis reveals U.S. health care costs have surged 155% as a share of GDP since 1970. Columnist Star Parker argues for free-market solutions like Health Savings Accounts to cure a 'sick' system.
Ottawa child-care crisis looms with federal RTO mandate
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
Ottawa child-care deal extended, $10-a-day spaces still scarce
The City of Ottawa has extended its child-care funding agreement, yet families continue to wait for affordable $10-a-day spots and more spaces. Learn about the ongoing challenges and what it means for parents.
AG's Report Ignores Ontario Health Care Progress: Denley
Columnist Randall Denley argues Auditor General Shelley Spence's 2025 report gives an unfairly negative view, ignoring real improvements like connecting 700,000 Ontarians to primary care.
B.C. health review cuts 1,100 jobs, redirects $60M
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
Manitoba urged to mandate insulin help for students with diabetes
Manitoba's official opposition calls for a mandatory standard of care for children with type-1 diabetes in schools. Parents in Winnipeg are advocating for provincial support for younger students.
190-Bed Nursing Home Opens in Shediac, N.B.
A new 190-bed long-term care facility has officially opened in Shediac, New Brunswick, marking a significant investment in senior care for the region. Learn more about the project and its impact.
New North Bay Care Home Welcomes 142 Residents
A new long-term care facility in North Bay has completed a major move, relocating 142 residents. The project, finished after over three years of construction, marks a significant upgrade for senior care in Northern Ontario.
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