Alberta Budget 2026: Healthcare Hits Record $34.4 Billion
Alberta's 2026 budget reveals a record $34.4 billion healthcare allocation, sparking debate over surgical facility funding and opposition criticism of hospital funding gaps.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Alberta Launches $2.3B Health Oversight Crown Corporation
The Alberta government has allocated $2.3 billion to create a new crown corporation that will oversee provincial health agencies, aiming to streamline operations and improve healthcare delivery across the region.
B.C. Expands Drug Access with National PharmaCare
British Columbia residents will see improved access to essential diabetes and hormone medications as the province integrates with the national PharmaCare program, announced by Health Minister Josie Osborne.
NDP Names Lead Researcher for Your Care Your Say Project
Cheryl Camillo has been appointed as the lead researcher for the Saskatchewan NDP's Your Care Your Say initiative, which aims to gather public input on healthcare reforms in the province.
Legault Defends Offer to Quebec Medical Specialists Amid Pay Dispute
Premier François Legault insists Quebec's 11% salary offer to medical specialists is sufficient, but FMSQ president Dr. Vincent Oliva counters that specialists earn less than Canadian peers and demands are unfair.
Legault: Specialist Doctors' Pay Offer Is Enough as Union Pressures
Quebec Premier François Legault defends the government's pay offer to specialist physicians as the FMSQ union escalates pressure tactics in ongoing contract negotiations.
Ontario Health Spending Up 50% Under Ford Government
MPP Andrew Dowie defends government record, citing $30 billion increase in health care spending while addressing protests over privatization and conservation authority mergers.
N.B. Expands Collaborative Care Clinic with $1.7M Investment
The New Brunswick government has announced a $1.7 million investment to expand a collaborative care clinic in Nackawic, enhancing local healthcare access and services for community members.
Trump Admin Halts Minnesota Medicaid Funds Over Fraud
Vice President JD Vance announced a temporary suspension of Medicaid funding to Minnesota, citing fraud concerns. The move is part of a broader crackdown involving federal agencies.
Trump Admin Pauses Minnesota Medicaid Funding Over Fraud
Vice President JD Vance announces a temporary halt to certain Medicaid funds for Minnesota, citing ongoing fraud investigations and concerns over program integrity.
Casey Means Senate Hearing for Surgeon General Role
Wellness influencer Dr. Casey Means testified before the Senate health committee in a pivotal confirmation hearing for the U.S. surgeon general position, highlighting her background and vision for public health.
Refugee Health Costs Hit $989M as Backlog Grows
Canada's interim federal health program for refugee claimants now costs taxpayers $989 million annually, up from $60 million in 2016, as backlog reaches 300,000 cases.
Ottawa Launches First Men and Boys' Health Strategy
The Canadian government unveils a groundbreaking $3 billion initiative to address health disparities for men and boys, focusing on mental health, chronic diseases, and preventive care.
Canada Approaches 100,000 MAID Deaths, Exceeding World Totals
Canada is projected to reach 100,000 Medical Assistance in Dying deaths by early summer, with annual numbers now exceeding all other countries with legal euthanasia combined.
Alberta's Record Doctor Funding Faces Physician Doubts
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces historic investment to boost healthcare, but front-line doctors question its real impact on the system.
Ontario Health Teams Seek Funding to Retain Nurses, Professionals
Family health teams across Ontario are urgently calling for increased government funding to address a critical shortage of nurses and health professionals, warning that retention issues threaten patient care.
B.C. Budget's Long-Term Care Deferral Sparks Outcry
British Columbia's decision to postpone publicly funded long-term care projects in the provincial budget has drawn sharp criticism from residents concerned about aging populations and healthcare accessibility.
Alberta's $7.7B Doctor Funding Amid Triage Plan Delays
Alberta announces $7.7 billion investment in physician services while triage liaison roles remain unfilled, raising concerns about healthcare system pressures and broken promises.
Canada Launches Survey to Shape Men's Health Strategy
Health Minister Marjorie Michel announces a nationwide feedback initiative in Ottawa, urging action to address critical gaps in men's healthcare and wellness.
Alberta's $7.7B Investment for Physician Recruitment in 2026-27 Budget
The Alberta government is making a historic $7.7 billion investment in physician recruitment as part of its 2026-27 budget, aiming to address healthcare staffing shortages across the province.
Conservatives Demand Probe into Asylum Seekers' Health Care
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre calls for a federal investigation into the provision of health care services to asylum seekers in Canada, citing concerns over system strain and fairness.
Abortion Hotline Doctor Juggles Calls and Toddler Post-Roe
Dr. April Lockley, medical director of the Miscarriage and Abortion Hotline, fields dozens of daily calls while caring for her 3-year-old daughter. Since Roe v. Wade fell, she's seen a dramatic shift from medical concerns to fears of criminalization.
Quebec Specialist Doctors Escalate Pressure in Stalled Talks
The Fédération des médecins spécialistes du Québec ramps up pressure tactics as contract negotiations with the provincial government remain deadlocked, highlighting ongoing tensions in healthcare.
Saskatchewan Denies Brain Surgery Travel Coverage
A Saskatoon woman's plea for travel coverage to access life-saving brain surgery in Edmonton has been denied by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health, sparking calls for policy reform.
Family Seeks MAID Changes After Son's Euthanasia
The family of Kiano Vafaeian, a 26-year-old diabetic man with mental health issues, calls for changes to Canada's medical assistance in dying program after his euthanasia in British Columbia.
Quebec Premier Calls Medical Specialists' Salary Demands Unreasonable
Premier François Legault states Quebec's medical specialists are asking for unreasonable salary increases as negotiations stall, with the FMSQ expressing exasperation over the slow pace of talks.
Legault Says Specialist Doctors Are Not Being Reasonable
Quebec Premier Francois Legault has publicly stated that specialist doctors in the province are not acting reasonably in ongoing negotiations, escalating tensions over healthcare funding and services.
B.C. IVF Funding Capped at $34M as Demand Outpaces Supply
British Columbia's budget maintains but does not increase funding for its oversubscribed in vitro fertilization program, keeping it at $34 million annually despite growing waitlists and comparisons to Ontario's expanded investment.
Kid Rock and Health Secretary Launch 'Rock Out Work Out' Campaign
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Kid Rock team up in a bizarre video promoting fitness and nutrition, featuring workouts, cold plunges, and the slogan 'Make America Healthy Again'.
Senate Report: Recruit Bilingual Health Workers
A new Senate report calls for Canada to prioritize recruiting bilingual health professionals to address language barriers and improve care access in official language minority communities.
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