Ottawa firefighters extinguish North Gower barn fire
Ottawa Fire Services responded to a major barn fire in North Gower on December 25. No animals were inside the structure. Read the full details of the Boxing Day incident.
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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.
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.
Maine Fishermen's Sea Hash Discovery Unravels a Smuggling Past
A writer's journey from a rural Maine childhood to uncovering a forgotten drug smuggling history along the coast, reshaping her understanding of home and class. Discover the full story.
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.
Windsor-Essex Holiday Hours: Openings & Closures
A complete guide to what's open and closed in Windsor-Essex over the 2025 holiday season. Plan your errands and celebrations with this essential schedule.
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.
2025 Holiday Hours: What's Open and Closed in Canada
Plan your festive season with our guide to what's open and closed across Canada over Christmas and New Year's 2025. Essential info for shopping, services, and travel.
Alberta RCMP Focus on Rural Policing Needs for 2026
Alberta RCMP's commanding officer, Deputy Commissioner Trevor Daroux, outlines plans to better address the changing public safety requirements of rural communities in the coming year. Learn about the new priorities.
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.
Rural Manitoba ERs Face Holiday Staffing Shortages
Doctors Manitoba warns of severe doctor shortages in rural emergency rooms during the holidays, urging residents to plan ahead. Learn which communities are affected.
Alberta's new police funding model strains small towns
Small Alberta municipalities face rising RCMP costs under a new provincial funding model, with their share set to increase from 22% to 30% over five years, sparking financial concerns.
Final Walk-In Clinic in Huron-Perth Closing This Month
The South Huron Medical Centre's weekend walk-in clinic in Exeter, Ont. will shut down on Dec. 29, 2025. This closure marks the end of accessible after-hours care in the region, raising concerns for residents.
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.
Mobile Breast Cancer Screening Unit Coming to Rural Sask.
A new mobile mammography unit will provide critical breast cancer screening services to northern and rural Saskatchewan communities starting in the new year, improving access to early detection.
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.
Alberta to trial 120 km/h speed limit on highways
Alberta will launch a controlled trial of a 120 km/h speed limit on select rural divided highways in the new year, following strong public support. Learn which roads are affected.
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.
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.
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.
Flood warning issued for B.C.'s North Shore, highways closed
A flood warning is in effect for North Shore creeks as heavy rain targets B.C.'s Lower Mainland. Officials have proactively closed highways. Stay informed on the evolving situation.
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.
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.
Sask. NDP bill requires notification for rural ER doctor shortages
Saskatchewan's NDP introduces legislation mandating public alerts when rural emergency rooms lack physician coverage. Learn about the proposed bill and its implications for healthcare transparency.
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