Northern Ontario ER to Close Over Christmas Holidays
The North Shore Health Network has confirmed the temporary closure of its Thessalon emergency department during the Christmas and Boxing Day holidays, citing staffing challenges.
Category : Hospitals Healthcare
Medical Specialists Deserve Fair Compensation: Patient
A Montreal resident argues that medical specialists should be fairly compensated for their dedication, citing personal experience with life-saving oncologists amid ongoing salary negotiations.
Collavino Families Donate $1M to Windsor Hospital
Two Collavino families have pledged a generous $1 million donation to support the new Fancsy Family Hospital in Windsor, Ontario, announced on February 20, 2026.
Guelph Clinic Aims to Cut National Medical Imaging Wait Times
Frontier Diagnostics Guelph opens a new medical imaging facility, offering advanced diagnostic services to help alleviate country-wide patient wait times for crucial scans and tests.
Metal Detectors Installed at 3 More Saskatchewan Healthcare Facilities
Saskatchewan health authorities have installed metal detectors at three additional healthcare facilities to enhance safety for patients and staff. This expansion follows growing concerns over security in medical settings across the province.
Winnipeg Hospital Grey Listed by Nurses Union
The Manitoba Nurses Union has placed St. Boniface Hospital on a grey list, highlighting ongoing concerns over staffing and working conditions in Winnipeg's healthcare system.
Local Family Donates $1M to New Windsor-Essex Hospital
The Collavino family has donated $1 million to the new Fancsy Family Hospital in Windsor-Essex, supporting cardiac and cardio-pulmonary care with a new diagnostic lab.
Hospital System Closes Clinics After Ransomware Attack
A major U.S. hospital system has been forced to close all its clinics after a severe ransomware attack disrupted operations, highlighting growing cybersecurity threats to critical healthcare infrastructure.
Quebec GPs Pledge to Fast-Track Doctor Access for 180,000 Patients
Quebec's general practitioners federation commits to pairing 180,000 vulnerable patients with family doctors by March 2026, part of a larger initiative to register 500,000 patients by June.
Virtual Partnership Targets Windsor-Essex Doctor Shortage
A new collaboration between UHC and ONHealth Alliance introduces ONRx, a free virtual platform designed to provide primary care access for approximately 40,000 residents without family physicians in Windsor-Essex.
Kelowna Woman in Kidney Failure During Liver Transplant Wait
Lyndsay Richholt, 42, faces acute kidney failure while awaiting a liver transplant due to autoimmune disease, prompting her MLA to call for urgent healthcare intervention.
Calgary MS Patient's Care Cut Without Warning
Philip Ash, a Calgary man with advanced multiple sclerosis, had his essential home care visits unexpectedly reduced from four to two daily without explanation, raising concerns about his ability to remain independent.
Quebec Loses 1,000+ Doctors from Public Healthcare in 2025
A mass exodus of over 1,000 physicians from Quebec's public healthcare sector in 2025 is raising alarms, with advocates pointing to Bill 83 and chronic resource shortages as key drivers.
Calgary Hotel Evacuated Over Carbon Monoxide Scare
The Emerald Hotel & Suites in Calgary was evacuated on February 19, 2026, after emergency crews responded to a carbon monoxide scare, highlighting public safety concerns.
Regina Urgent Care Centre Cuts Weekend Hours
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has confirmed that the Regina Urgent Care Centre will operate on reduced hours this weekend due to staffing shortages, impacting patient access to non-emergency medical services.
Kemptville Hospital ER Saved by Ottawa Partnership, Recruitment
Kemptville District Hospital's emergency department was on the brink of closure in 2023 but was rescued through a partnership with The Ottawa Hospital. A recent recruitment campaign has now secured 10 new emergency physicians, ensuring long-term stability
Manitoba Hospitals Enhance Security with App and Officers
Shared Health announces a major security upgrade for Manitoba hospitals, expanding the WinnipegNewsSafety app and deploying more officers to improve safety for patients and staff.
Hema-Quebec and Transplant Quebec Merger Cancelled
The proposed merger between Hema-Quebec and Transplant Quebec has been called off, impacting Quebec's healthcare and organ donation systems amid broader national health and policy developments.
Halifax Infant Feeding Centre Opens with $10M Donation
A new specialized infant feeding centre is set to open in Halifax, funded by a $10 million donation from a Toronto lawyer who credits OCD treatment for his 'life reset' and philanthropic decision.
Ontario Health Teams Sign Pact for Indigenous Healthcare
A new collaboration agreement between Maamwesying Ontario Health Team and Algoma Public Health aims to improve health outcomes for Indigenous communities in the North Shore and Sault Ste. Marie region.
B.C. Long-Term Care Crisis Worsens with Budget Delays
British Columbia's long-term care system faces severe strain as budget decisions delay construction of seven new facilities, exacerbating chronic bed shortages and staffing challenges amid a rapidly aging population.
Alberta Launches Online Portal for Assisted Living Options
The Government of Alberta has introduced the Assisted Living Navigation Portal, providing families with comprehensive information on availability, fees, and services for continuing care facilities across the province.
Lapu Lapu Day Victims' Privacy Breached by Healthcare Workers
BC's privacy commissioner reveals 71 snooping incidents involving 16 victims of the Lapu Lapu Day tragedy, with healthcare workers illegally accessing medical records out of curiosity and personal reasons.
Barrie Couple's 74-Year Marriage Reunion in ER
Arnold and Helen McNeill, a Barrie couple married for 74 years, recently shared a heartwarming reunion at Southlake Health's emergency department, highlighting resilience and love in healthcare settings.
Family Seeks Answers After 11-Hour ER Wait Leads to Death
A Manitoba family is calling for systemic change after their loved one died following an extensive 11-hour wait in a Winnipeg emergency room, highlighting critical healthcare delays.
Woman Dies After 11-Hour ER Wait, Family Seeks Answers
A Winnipeg family is calling for systemic change after their loved one passed away following an extensive 11-hour wait in a hospital emergency room, highlighting critical issues in emergency healthcare access.
Winnipeg Woman Dies After 11-Hour ER Wait, Family Seeks Answers
A Winnipeg family is calling for systemic change after their loved one died following an 11-hour wait in a hospital emergency room, highlighting critical issues in healthcare access and response times.
Douglas Hospital Seeks $1M After Pipe Burst Damage
The Douglas Mental Health University Institute in Montreal faces extensive damage from a burst pipe, prompting a $1 million fundraising campaign to support repairs and patient care.
Hudson Medical Centre Closure Postponed
The Hudson medical centre has delayed its planned closure following community advocacy and operational reassessments, providing temporary relief for local healthcare access.
Ottawa Hospitals Face Loss of 735 Workers, 200 Beds
A union analysis warns Ottawa hospitals could lose 735 frontline health workers and up to 200 beds over two years due to provincial funding gaps, exacerbating existing overcrowding crises.
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