Quebec Obstetrics Clinics Close Due to Physician Dispute
Multiple obstetrics clinics in Quebec are shutting down after failed negotiations between the provincial government and physicians' groups, impacting maternal healthcare access.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Vaccine Injury Program Overhauled Amid COVID Case Backlog
The federal vaccine injury support program, established during the COVID-19 rollout, has been taken over by new administrators to address a significant backlog of unresolved claims.
Government Takes Over Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
Canada's federal government has taken direct control of the Vaccine Injury Support Program after significant backlogs, complaints, and administrative issues under private management.
Alberta Leads Canada with MAID Restrictions in Bill 18
Alberta introduces Bill 18 to limit Medical Assistance in Dying to terminal cases, addressing concerns over safeguards and vulnerable populations in Canada.
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Ontario Autism Program Spending Nears $1B, Aims to Cut Waitlist
The Ontario Autism Program's budget has ballooned to nearly $1 billion, with advocates hoping the increased funding will significantly reduce the extensive waitlist for services.
Vancouver's New Healthcare Rules Spark Doctor Worries
British Columbia introduces a new healthcare regulatory framework, raising concerns from medical professionals about implementation and patient care impacts.
Ottawa Takes Over Vaccine Injury Compensation to Clear Backlog
The Canadian federal government is taking control of the vaccine injury compensation program, aiming to address a significant backlog of claims and streamline the process for affected individuals.
GOP May Slash Health, Food Aid to Pay for Iran War
Republican lawmakers consider cutting $200 billion from Medicaid and food assistance programs to offset costs of President Trump's war in Iran, sparking Democratic outrage over potential impacts on millions of Americans.
Ontario's 'Buy Ontario' Health Policy Risks Trade and Healthcare
Premier Doug Ford's extension of 'Buy Ontario' procurement into healthcare equipment creates trade vulnerabilities with the U.S. while potentially worsening Ontario's strained medical system through protectionist policies.
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Quebec Reaches Agreement with Pharmacist Owners
The Quebec government has finalized an agreement in principle with pharmacist owners, marking a significant step in healthcare collaboration. Minister Boulet confirmed the deal, which aims to enhance pharmacy services across the province.
P.E.I. Lowers Colorectal Cancer Screening Age to 45
Prince Edward Island reduces the colorectal cancer screening eligibility age from 50 to 45, aligning with updated national guidelines to enhance early detection and prevention efforts.
Delta Rally Demands Seniors' Care Funding, Slams Broken Promises
Residents and officials in Delta, British Columbia, held a rally on March 29, 2026, calling for increased funding for seniors' care and criticizing unfulfilled government commitments.
N.B. Launches Long-Term Care Plan, Critics Cite Lack of Urgency
The New Brunswick government has launched a comprehensive long-term care plan aimed at addressing seniors' needs, but critics argue it lacks the urgency required for immediate challenges like nursing home wait times and hospital charges.
Health System Must Master Subtraction: Pruning Low-Value Care
Saskatchewan's new health plan focuses on adding services, but experts argue eliminating wasteful procedures is crucial for sustainability and better outcomes.
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Immigration Fears Force Pregnant Women to Avoid Healthcare
Doulas and doctors report pregnant immigrant patients are skipping prenatal care and hospital births due to terror of ICE enforcement, creating a public health crisis.
Health Care, Affordability Top P.E.I. Spring Session Agenda
As the Prince Edward Island legislature opens its spring sitting, pressing issues of health care accessibility and living costs dominate the political debate, reflecting widespread public concern.
MAID Limits Cause Suffering, Erode Trust: Edmonton Practitioners
Medical practitioners in Edmonton warn that proposed restrictions on Medical Assistance in Dying would prolong patient suffering and signal a dangerous lack of trust in healthcare professionals.
NDP Slams SHA for Not Making Service Disruption Tool Public
The Saskatchewan NDP has condemned the Saskatchewan Health Authority for keeping a service disruption tool private, arguing it leaves patients uninformed about healthcare availability.
Alberta Doctors Oppose Bill 18, Warning It Harms Patient Care
Alberta clinicians involved in medical assistance in dying express strong opposition to Bill 18, arguing it removes meaningful choice for patients and undermines ethical medical practice.
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Quebec CLSCs to Operate Like School Boards for Healthcare
Quebec's CAQ government unveils policy transforming CLSCs into first-line service access points, assigning all residents to local centers to reduce ER strain and improve care.
Quebec to Assign All Residents to CLSCs for Better Healthcare Access
Quebec's Health Minister Sonia Belanger announces a new vision to improve primary healthcare by connecting every resident with a local CLSC, aiming to reduce wait times and enhance service delivery.
Quebec Premier Hopefuls Pledge Health-Care Modernization
Candidates for Quebec premier commit to overhauling the health-care system, focusing on technology and efficiency to address current shortcomings and future demands.
Ontario Boosts Home Care, May Miss Long-Term Care Goal
Ontario's 2026 budget increases home care funding, but the province could fall short of its long-term care bed target amid economic challenges.
AMA Calls for Competitive Doctor Recruitment in Alberta
The Alberta Medical Association emphasizes the need for Alberta to stay competitive in attracting doctors, as other provinces like B.C. actively recruit healthcare professionals from the U.S.
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Alberta's MAID Legislation: Smith's Libertarian Shift
Premier Danielle Smith's government introduces Bill 18, severely restricting medical assistance in dying in Alberta, marking a stark departure from her past libertarian stance on personal health choices during the pandemic.
Alberta MAID Changes Spark Debate Over Patient Rights
Alberta's UCP government announces new Medical Assistance in Dying legislation, prompting letters questioning public silence and potential restrictions on end-of-life choices for chronic conditions.
MPs Face Dire Consequences of MAID for Mental Illness
Parliamentary committee hears conflicting testimony on expanding medical assistance in dying to mental illness cases, with experts warning of unpredictable outcomes and discrimination concerns.
B.C. Health-Care Regulation Changes Spark Concerns
British Columbia implements sweeping changes to health-care professional regulation starting April 1, including college amalgamations and new disciplinary procedures that eliminate appeals.
Alberta's MAID Bill Puts Barriers Where Compassion Needed
Alberta's proposed medical assistance in dying legislation introduces unnecessary restrictions that undermine patient autonomy and informed consent, contradicting widespread public support for existing federal MAID framework.
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Ontario Ends Funding for Supervised Consumption Sites
Premier Doug Ford and Health Minister defend the decision to close supervised consumption sites, redirecting resources toward addiction treatment and recovery programs in a major policy shift.
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