Seven people were hospitalized following a significant fire at the Value Lodge motel in Nanaimo on December 27, 2025. Emergency crews responded to the blaze, which caused extensive damage. Read the latest details.
As temperatures plummet below -15°C, Montreal shelters are calling for public grace towards the unhoused. Learn how to help and what resources are available.
A boil water advisory has been ordered for St. Stephen, N.B. Learn the details, safety instructions, and what residents need to do immediately.
The Alberta government has launched a review after Prashanth Sreekumar, 44, died in an Edmonton emergency room while waiting for a doctor. The tragedy highlights ongoing pressures on the healthcare system.
Calgary phys-ed teacher Polly Cunes refused to quit marathon running after a severe knee injury. Her balanced approach to recovery led to a top finish at the 2025 Chicago Marathon. Discover her inspiring journey of resilience.
The slang term 'brain rot' is gaining traction, describing the mental fog from endless scrolling. Experts weigh in on its meaning and why it resonates in our hyper-connected era.
New data shows a worrying increase in Canadian smokers, signaling current policies are failing. Achieving a smokeless Canada by 2035 requires urgent alignment and new strategies.
Calgary doctor Peter Nieman shares his 42-year 'Tree Theory' on children's health and offers essential tips, including key vitamins, to build a stronger immune system during the long winter months.
A Montreal mother shares her struggle with PTSD and poverty after her son was stabbed in 2021. She now depends on social assistance and the Christmas Fund to support her three children.
A specially equipped van from the Old Brewery Mission provides critical healthcare, food, and housing support directly to Montreal's unhoused population, serving as a vital bridge to services.
Josh Freed's attempt to assemble a '30-minute' stationary bike spiraled into a 9-hour saga of dropped bolts, microscopic instructions, and physical comedy, proving the journey to fitness can start on the living room floor. Read his hilarious tale of DIY d
The provincial decision to close Calgary's sole supervised consumption site at Sheldon Chumir Health Centre raises alarms. Without alternatives, vulnerable neighbours face increased risks. Read the full analysis.
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.
Elon Musk compares Canada's government-run healthcare to the DMV after a 44-year-old Edmonton father died following an 8-hour ER wait. The tragic case sparks national debate.
Mission Memorial and Ridge Meadows Hospitals announce temporary overnight ER closures and maternity diversions due to acute staffing shortages. Learn the details and impacts.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announces a new law requiring social media platforms to display mental health warnings. Learn about the details and potential impacts.
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.
Mission Memorial Hospital's emergency department will operate reduced hours from Dec. 29 to Jan. 6 due to a physician shortage. Learn the details and where to seek urgent care.
Dr. Louis Francescutti, an Edmonton emergency physician, takes the helm at the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, aiming to tackle the root causes of addiction impacting Canada's healthcare system.
Five months after Premier David Eby called for change, B.C.'s costly rare disease drug program remains unreformed. The review continues, leaving families in limbo.
Casa Spinelli, a house in Edmonton, has opened its doors to provide a vital home for lung transplant patients during their critical recovery. Discover how this initiative is saving lives.
A fire at a downtown Toronto encampment on December 26 left one person injured. Firefighters responded to the scene near a church. Get the latest details on the incident.
A controversial NHS trial will ask children as young as 10 about freezing eggs or sperm, a direct response to puberty blockers' infertility risk. The study begins in 2026.
British Columbia mandates medical supervision for most safer supply drugs after years of evidence showed diversion to the black market. Critics say the policy change came too late.
Meet Toronto's SUNshine Girl Natalie, a fitness and entertainment professional who trains with Team Starr and enjoys outdoor adventures with her dog, Bella.
A highly infectious flu strain is circulating, with Alberta seeing its worst weekly case numbers since 2009. Experts warn children are severely affected. Learn how to protect your family.
Alberta reports its highest weekly flu case count since the 2009-10 H1N1 pandemic. Health officials urge vaccination as hospitals prepare for surge. Learn the latest details and symptoms.
Therapists reveal the most common insensitive remarks relatives make at gatherings and provide expert scripts for setting boundaries and changing the subject.
Canadian health experts explain why resting over the holidays won't ruin your fitness and why you don't need to 'burn off' festive food. Learn how to manage wellness guilt-free.
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