New Nursing Home Opens in Oromocto, But Hundreds of Beds Still Needed
Maple Ridge nursing home officially opened in Oromocto, providing 60 new long-term care beds, but significant shortages persist across New Brunswick's aging population.
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Coalition Urges Quebec to Expand Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital
A coalition in Montreal is pressing the Quebec government to initiate expansion work at Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital, citing urgent healthcare needs and capacity issues in the region.
Surge in Internationally Trained Physicians Joins N.B. Healthcare
New Brunswick's healthcare system is experiencing a significant boost as more internationally trained physicians are being integrated, addressing critical staffing shortages and improving patient access to medical services across the province.
Stollery NICU Program Gains International Designation
Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital has achieved an international designation for its neonatal intensive care unit life support program, highlighting excellence in pediatric healthcare.
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P.E.I. Hospital Volunteers Offer Hair Washing for Patient Comfort
A dedicated group of volunteers in Prince Edward Island is providing hair washing services to hospital patients, offering essential care and emotional support during difficult times.
Sudbury Hospital Gets $1M Gift for Surgical Safety
Health Sciences North Foundation in Sudbury receives a $1.041 million donation from the FDC Foundation to modernize medical device reprocessing, enhancing surgical safety and capacity.
MLA's Mother with Dementia Waits 100 Hours in Hospital Hallway
NDP MLA Joan Pratchler expresses shock after her 89-year-old mother with dementia spent four days in a Royal University Hospital hallway following a stroke, highlighting systemic healthcare capacity issues.
Halifax Blood Clinic Cancelled Friday Due to Water Problems
The blood collection clinic at the Bayers Road Centre in Halifax has been cancelled for Friday, March 13, 2026, due to water-related issues, disrupting essential healthcare services.
Alberta ER Death Review Issues 16 Critical Recommendations
A comprehensive review into an emergency room death in Alberta has resulted in 16 urgent recommendations to address systemic issues of overcrowding and long wait times plaguing provincial health centers.
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Alberta ER Death Review Yields 16 Recommendations
A comprehensive review following the death of Prashant Sreekumar, who waited eight hours at an Edmonton hospital, has produced 16 recommendations to improve emergency care and address systemic issues in Alberta's healthcare system.
Nurse Offers Free Foot Care for Saskatoon's Homeless
Maddie Brown, a nurse with 13 years of experience, offers free foot care services to Saskatoon's unhoused population, emphasizing the critical link between foot health and overall well-being.
Mission Memorial Hospital ER Cuts Hours for 17 Days
Mission Memorial Hospital in Vancouver is significantly scaling back its emergency room hours for 17 days, raising concerns about healthcare access in the region during this period.
Windsor Shooting Threat Exposes Healthcare Worker Violence Crisis
A recent Windsor incident where a man threatened paramedics with a rifle underscores an alarming surge in violence against healthcare workers across Ontario, with experts calling it potentially the most dangerous profession in the province.
Two Die After Plasma Donation in Winnipeg, Health Concerns Rise
Two individuals have tragically died after donating plasma at a Winnipeg facility, prompting investigations into health protocols and donor safety measures in Canada's plasma collection system.
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Nova Scotia Primary Care Registry Down by 2,500 People
Nova Scotia's primary care registry has decreased by 2,500 individuals, highlighting ongoing challenges in healthcare access and doctor shortages in the province.
Health PEI Names Interim CEO Amid Doctor Shortage
Prince Edward Island announces a new interim CEO for Health PEI, highlighting leadership changes during ongoing challenges in securing family doctors for residents.
Operating Rooms at Victoria General Site to Reopen This Week
The QEII Health Sciences Centre's Victoria General site in Halifax is set to reopen its operating rooms this week, following recent closures. This move aims to restore critical surgical services and improve patient care in the region.
Windsor Nurse-Police Team Responds to 510 Calls in 2026
A specialized nurse-police team in Windsor, Ontario, responded to 510 calls in 2026, demonstrating its effectiveness in handling health-related emergencies and reducing strain on traditional emergency services.
Disneyland Hazmat Incident Hospitalizes Eight Employees
A hazardous materials incident in a backstage area at Disneyland on Tuesday led to eight employees being hospitalized after experiencing dizziness and shortness of breath from an odor caused by building materials.
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Hospital Efficiencies Can't Fix Ontario's Billion-Dollar Deficit
The Ontario Hospital Association warns that job cuts and efficiency measures won't solve the province's rapidly growing structural hospital deficit, as Ottawa's Bruyère Health eliminates 55 front-line positions amid financial pressures.
Sask. Health Workers Brace for 'Patient First' Changes
Health care professionals across Saskatchewan are gearing up for significant reforms under the new 'patient first' initiative, aimed at enhancing care delivery and efficiency in the province's medical system.
Surrey to Open Two Medical Clinics in City Centre and Newton
Surrey is moving forward with two new medical clinics operated by Total Life Care Granville Medical Inc., set to open in fall 2026, despite some council criticism over local healthcare intervention.
Vancouver Pharmacist Disciplined for Practice Violations
A British Columbia pharmacist faces disciplinary action after breaching scope of practice rules and emergency medication protocols dozens of times, raising concerns about regulatory oversight.
B.C. Resident Physicians Need Work-Hour Limits for Safety
Dr. Morgan Haines argues that British Columbia must establish defined work-hour limits for resident physicians to address exhaustion, burnout, and patient safety in the healthcare system.
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N.B. Patients Face Highest Costs Waiting for Medical Care: Study
A new study finds New Brunswick patients incur the highest financial burdens while waiting for medical treatment in Canada, highlighting systemic healthcare challenges.
Virtual ER Waiting Room Cuts Wait Times at Ontario Hospital
Sault Area Hospital's innovative virtual waiting room project, launched in August 2025, is delivering encouraging results for patients with less urgent medical concerns, addressing chronic emergency room overcrowding.
Canadian ER Crisis: Preventable Deaths Warning
Canadian emergency rooms operating beyond capacity are causing thousands of preventable deaths annually, doctors warn in a new medical commentary highlighting a 'hidden pandemic' of excess mortality.
U.S. Nurse Registrations Soar in B.C. After Recruitment Push
British Columbia's intensified recruitment efforts in the United States have led to a significant increase in American nurses registering to work in the province, with 174 healthcare workers accepting offers in a recent five-month period.
Regina Gala Raises Thousands for Hospital and Autism Support
The 'An Evening in Greece' charity gala at Regina's Delta Hotel successfully raised significant funds for local hospitals and autism support services, drawing community support for vital healthcare initiatives.
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New Hospital Breaks Ground in New Tecumseth, Ontario
Dignitaries officially launched construction of a new hospital in New Tecumseth, Ontario, on March 9, 2026, marking a significant healthcare infrastructure milestone for the region.
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