Nova Scotia Nursing Home Strike: Families Report Care Issues
Nova Scotia nursing home workers remain on strike, with family members reporting declining quality of care. The dispute continues as both sides seek resolution.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Quebec Digital Health Record Launches in Montreal, Mauricie
Quebec's Health Minister Sonia Belanger announced the rollout of the digital health record system in Montreal and Mauricie, aiming to improve healthcare efficiency and patient access.
HIV Emergency Declared in Manitoba, Advocates Cheer
Manitoba declares HIV a public health emergency, a move advocates welcome as a critical step to address rising cases and improve access to treatment and prevention.
Mom fights to change car seat laws after children's deaths
A New Brunswick mother is campaigning to change car seat regulations, 13 years after a crash killed two of her children. She believes updated laws could save lives.
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Double-Dipping Loophole in Settlement Agreements
A recent court case highlights the importance of precise wording in employment settlement agreements, especially regarding clawback clauses and repudiation.
Foster Healthier Long-Term Care Environments in Canada
Canada's aging population strains LTC homes; addressing staff burnout and mental health is critical for quality care and worker retention.
N.B. Mom Fights for Stricter Car Seat Laws After Crash
A New Brunswick mother advocates for tougher car seat regulations following the tragic deaths of her two children in a crash 13 years ago, aiming to prevent future tragedies.
10 Canadians in Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak
Ten Canadians have been connected to a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship near Spain. Health officials monitor the situation as the ship prepares to disembark.
B.C. nurses start four-day strike vote in labour dispute
British Columbia nurses start a four-day strike vote amid contract negotiations with the provincial government, citing workload and staffing issues.
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Ottawa Police Seek More Victims of Sexual Offences
Ottawa police are searching for additional victims after charging a man with sexual offences. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Digital Health Record to Save Quebec $120M Annually
Santé Québec says a new digital health record system will save $120 million per year by reducing administrative costs and improving patient care efficiency across the province.
B.C. Spends $100M on Health Projects Now on Hold
British Columbia has spent nearly $100 million on hospital and long-term care projects that are now indefinitely paused or cancelled, raising concerns about wasted funds and unmet needs.
Calgary Kids' Deaths Spur Call for Early DV Intervention
Experts say earlier domestic violence intervention could prevent tragedies like the deaths of two Calgary children found in a vehicle in April 2026.
No Deal in CUPE Strike: N.S. Care Workers on Picket Lines
No agreement reached in CUPE strike as Nova Scotia long-term care workers remain on picket lines. The ongoing dispute highlights labor tensions in the healthcare sector.
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Prioritizing Surgery Access Great News for Alberta Patients
Alberta's new voucher system allows patients waiting too long for surgery to get publicly funded care at private clinics, improving access and reducing wait times.
Appeal Court Increases Sentence for Heinous Assault
The Alberta Court of Appeal nearly doubled the sentence of Stephen Ralph Potts from 4 to 7.5 years for a brutal assault on a woman in Chateh, citing errors in the original sentencing.
Quebec Psychiatrists Support Forced Hospitalization Bill
Quebec's psychiatrists group endorses a bill allowing forced hospitalizations for mentally ill individuals, sparking debate on patient rights and public safety.
B.C. Expands Midwife Role to Include Abortion Care
British Columbia is expanding the scope of practice for midwives to include abortion care, aiming to improve access to reproductive health services across the province.
Ontario Lowers Colorectal Cancer Screening Age to 45 (07.05.2026)
Ontario will lower colorectal cancer screening age from 50 to 45 starting July 1, responding to rising cases in younger people. The change follows PEI and similar moves in the US and Australia.
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Govt expects $140M savings from refugee health co-pay
The Canadian government projects $140 million in savings this year by introducing co-payments for refugee healthcare, aiming to reduce costs while maintaining essential services.
Vancouver's overdose site block may face Charter challenge
Legal experts say Vancouver's attempt to block an overdose prevention site could violate Charter rights, citing the 2011 Supreme Court ruling that protected Insite.
Calgary Tragedy: Prevent Domestic Violence Earlier
A Calgary tragedy highlights the need for early intervention in domestic violence. Patterns of male violence are known; we must act on them before harm escalates.
Ontario Lowers Colorectal Cancer Screening Age to 45 (06.05.2026)
Ontario will lower colorectal cancer screening from age 50 to 45 starting July 1, responding to rising cases in younger adults. The change follows similar moves in PEI, the US, and Australia.
Liberals Block Health Minister Testimony on Failed E-Prescribing
Liberal MPs blocked a motion to compel Health Minister Marjorie Michel to testify about the failed $200 million PrescribeIT program, leaving questions on taxpayer funds unanswered.
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LSD led Calgary man to see mother as 'monstrously deformed'
Alex Xu testified he was high on LSD when he bludgeoned his mother Alice Ai to death, seeing her face as 'monstrously deformed' like a demonic entity.
Health workers warn Ottawa Hospital cuts will harm patients
Hundreds of job cuts at The Ottawa Hospital, including 200 nurses, will lead to longer waits and reduced care quality, health workers warn at a rally.
Sudbury sex assault suspect arrested in Toronto
Matthew Francis was arrested in Toronto on May 5 and brought back to Sudbury. He faces charges related to a sexual assault investigation by Sudbury police.
Savannah Guthrie Mother Abduction Three Months
More than three months after Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her Arizona home, police continue the active investigation with no suspect identified.
Quebec Liberals call for probe into digital health file
The Quebec Liberal Party is calling for an investigation into the province's digital health file system, citing concerns over privacy and transparency.
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Anti-Abortion Group Revolts Against Trump Over Abortion Pills
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America criticizes Trump for inaction on abortion, demanding FDA commissioner's firing and targeting mifepristone access.
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