Quebec Caregiver Program Expanded, Sorel Woman's Story
Quebec has expanded its paid caregiver program, but the change comes too late for a Sorel woman, highlighting ongoing challenges in provincial support systems.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Quality Healthcare: More Than Just Access in Canada
An analysis of why focusing solely on healthcare access without quality measures undermines patient safety and system sustainability in Canada, with specific examples from Alberta.
Should Canada Pause MAID Amid Healthcare Crisis?
As Canada's MAID program expands, concerns grow about whether inadequate healthcare funding is driving desperate choices rather than genuine patient autonomy.
Ottawa to Charge Asylum Seekers, Refugees for Health Care
The federal government announces a new policy requiring asylum seekers and refugees to co-pay for health services, sparking debate on access and costs.
Quebec's Caregiver Reimbursement Plan Criticized
Quebec's new $107.2M home care program promises compensation for family caregivers, but disability rights groups criticize lack of transparency and simultaneous healthcare cuts.
Doctors Manitoba Releases Plan to Modernize Medical Referrals
Doctors Manitoba has published a new report outlining strategies to modernize the referral and consultation process in Winnipeg's healthcare system, aiming to improve efficiency and patient care.
Quebec Doctors Sue Over Mandatory Public Service Law
A Quebec private doctors' federation has filed a court motion seeking to invalidate Bill 83, which requires new physicians to practice in the public system for five years or face substantial fines.
Montreal Doctors Challenge Quebec Public Service Law
Private physicians in Montreal are legally contesting a Quebec regulation that requires them to work five years in the public health system, citing professional freedom concerns.
Quebec Family Caregivers Eligible for Remuneration
Family caregivers in Quebec can now receive financial compensation for their essential support roles, marking a significant policy shift to recognize their contributions.
Refugees to Pay for Healthcare Co-Payments in Canada
Starting May 1, refugees and asylum seekers in Canada will pay $4 per prescription and 30% of other health services under the Interim Federal Health Program.
Quebec's New Doctor Pay Model: Impact on Patients
Quebec's landmark agreement shifts family doctor compensation from fee-for-service to a blended model centered on patient enrollment, aiming to connect 500,000 more Quebecers with primary care by 2026.
Red Tape Reduction Could Free 9,000 Physician Equivalents
A new report reveals Canadian doctors spend 9 hours weekly on administrative tasks, with nearly half being unnecessary. Reducing this burden could free up the equivalent of 9,000 full-time physicians nationwide.
N.B. to Return Elected Members to Health Boards by 2030
The New Brunswick government introduces legislation to restore elected representatives to regional health boards, aiming for implementation by 2030 to enhance local accountability.
N.S. Auditor General Flags Health-Care Reporting Issues
Nova Scotia's auditor general has identified significant transparency problems in the province's health-care reporting, raising concerns about accountability and public trust in the system.
Nova Scotia Revamps Doctor Wait-List for Better Care
Nova Scotia announces a major overhaul of its family physician wait-list system, aiming to streamline patient access and reduce wait times across the province.
Cutting Red Tape Could Free Up 9,000 Doctor Equivalents
A new report finds that reducing administrative burdens in Canada's healthcare system could free up capacity equivalent to 9,000 doctors, potentially easing strain.
Quebec Health Minister Bélanger Confronts Major Healthcare Hurdles
Sonia Bélanger, Quebec's newly appointed health minister, navigates complex healthcare reforms, physician negotiations, and political uncertainty following her predecessor's resignation.
Quebec Health Reform Fails as Government Retreats
Quebec's ambitious healthcare overhaul has collapsed within months, with the government retreating from key reforms after facing massive opposition from organized physicians.
Quebec, Medical Specialists to Resume Talks Next Week
The Quebec government and the Federation of Medical Specialists will restart crucial negotiations next week, aiming to address ongoing healthcare challenges and physician agreements.
Canadian Dental Plan: Progress and Challenges
The Canadian Dental Care Plan has enrolled over 5.5 million people, but faces challenges with coverage confusion and dentist participation. Satisfaction rates are rising despite growing pains.
Sask. Doctors Push for Province-Wide Patient Registry
Family physicians in Saskatchewan are advocating for a centralized patient registry to streamline doctor searches and reduce wait times, aiming to enhance healthcare efficiency across the province.
Ontario Health Care Crisis: Constitutional Right at Risk
A critical examination of Ontario's failing health care system under Premier Doug Ford, highlighting emergency room crises, underfunding, and privatization threats to Canada's constitutional right to free public health care.
NDP Claims Sask. Gov't Proposes Health Worker 'Snitch Line'
The Saskatchewan NDP alleges the provincial government is creating a reporting mechanism for health care workers to voice workplace concerns, calling it a 'snitch line' that could undermine trust.
Alberta Health-Care Investment Shows Results Despite Pushback
Alberta's government announces that recent investments in the health-care system are demonstrating measurable improvements, even as the initiatives face ongoing public and political scrutiny.
Trump Healthcare Plan Sparks Outrage Over GDP Focus
Dr. Mehmet Oz's comments linking Trump's healthcare plan to extending work lives for economic gain have ignited criticism, with many calling it dystopian and out of touch with real struggles.
Abortion Clinics Alerted to D.C. Protest Over Abortion Pill
The National Abortion Federation warns clinics in Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Maryland of potential unrest as Rescue Resurrection plans protest demanding abortion pill restrictions. Security measures intensify amid rising violence.
Royal Alex Midwifery Program Move to Fort Saskatchewan
The Alberta Association of Midwives warns that transferring an in-house midwifery program from Edmonton's Royal Alexandra Hospital to Fort Saskatchewan could create significant healthcare access issues for expectant mothers in the region.
Alberta's Two-Tier Medicine Threatens Public Health Care
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's push for private health delivery, including Bill 11, could drain doctors from the public system. Critics say it won't fix the core doctor shortage crisis. Read the analysis.
105,000+ Canadians travelled abroad for medical care in 2025
A new report details how over 105,000 Canadians paid to escape the country's lengthy healthcare wait times last year, highlighting systemic failures. Read the full analysis.
Family Doctor's Prescription for Quebec's Ailing Health System
Montreal family physician Dr. Michael Kalin calls for a radical shift away from failed centralized reforms, urging support for local clinics and doctors to fix Quebec's healthcare crisis. Read his plan.
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