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.
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.
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.
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.
Durham police are investigating a shooting in Oshawa that left a man in life-threatening condition. The victim was rushed to a trauma centre. Get the latest details.
A man was rushed to a trauma centre following a shooting in Oshawa near Vaughan Road and Maplewood Avenue. Durham Regional Police are investigating the incident.
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.
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.
Surviving a school shooting leaves deep psychological scars, but the financial burden—from medical bills to therapy and travel—can be crushing. Learn about the hidden costs and how communities are responding.
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 announces a new digital home care platform set for 2027, aiming to modernize and streamline access to vital healthcare services for residents.
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.
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.
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?
A Quebec researcher reveals street gangs are targeting younger children, often with trauma histories. Learn about the findings and the urgent call for intervention.
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
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.
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.
A college professor's chronic neck pain leads to a profound discovery about how her body held the trauma of a teenage cancer diagnosis for decades, highlighting the mind-body connection.
Jodie Foster opens up about a horrific childhood memory involving her puppy's death, which she secretly believed was a 'Faustian bargain' for her early fame. Discover how it shaped her life and career.
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.
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.
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.
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'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.
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.
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.
For GivingTuesday, the Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada launches 'The Moment I Knew' to fund critical support for 60,000 youth overcoming trauma and building stable futures.
Alberta's new health legislation allows private payment but maintains central control. Will this reduce wait times or just create more bureaucracy? Read our analysis.
A Regina resident launches petition demanding mandatory care plan comprehension for Saskatchewan long-term care staff to protect vulnerable residents across the province.
Two Nova Scotia long-term care worker unions have voted to strike, demanding wage improvements. The potential labor action could affect care facilities across the province.