A family from Ontario is spearheading a pivotal B.C. Supreme Court trial to alter Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) laws, arguing their daughter was forced to choose death due to inadequate care. The trial began January 12, 2026.
Ontario Health Minister Sylvia Jones announced the province is on track to connect more residents with primary care. Learn the latest on this key healthcare initiative.
The Ontario Medical Association issues a stark warning about a growing family physician shortage, threatening access to primary care across the province. Learn the details and potential impacts.
Several Montreal-area medical clinics have postponed closure plans after Quebec delayed Bill 2 reforms. However, doctors warn the future remains uncertain as negotiations over payment models continue.
Tammy O'Brien, a Saskatoon woman on a fixed income, was denied travel cost coverage by the Saskatchewan Health Ministry for lifesaving brain surgery in Edmonton. NDP critics call the policy failure 'unprecedented.'
Revisions to Quebec's Bill 2 could prevent the closure of some family medicine clinics, offering a partial reprieve for primary care access. Learn about the changes and what they mean for patients.
Alberta is pioneering health-care reform by adopting European funding and patient choice models to tackle long wait times and rising costs. Discover how these changes could reshape care.
Quebec mandates five regions to stop using private health care employment agencies, aiming to reduce reliance on costly temporary staff and bolster the public system. Learn about the impacts.
A U.S. appeals court rules Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can proceed as lawsuit continues. The decision impacts healthcare access amid ongoing legal and political debates.
B.C.'s publicly funded IVF program has exhausted its budget, creating confusion and heartbreak for prospective parents. Learn about the eligibility issues and what it means for families.
Alberta's Bill 11 fuels debate on private-pay health services. Critics warn of a two-tier system, while capacity issues persist. Explore the impact on universal care in Canada.
Health Minister Marjorie Michel declares a pivotal shift in Canadian health strategy, emphasizing the need for domestic resilience and reduced dependence on American institutions. Learn the details.
British Columbia's publicly funded IVF program has exhausted its first-year budget, creating long waiting lists and uncertainty for patients. Learn about the funding shortfall and patient struggles.
A decade after legalization, MAID accounts for 1 in 20 deaths in Canada. Proponents cite pent-up demand, while critics warn of lax safeguards and questionable practices.
Ontario's PC government allocates $125 million to private clinics for hip and knee replacements, aiming to cut wait times. Analysis argues for broader two-tier health care reform.
Millions of Canadians lack a family doctor as wait times hit 28.6 weeks. Fraser Institute analyst Mackenzie Moir argues for structural reform, pointing to better-performing universal systems abroad. Read more.
Despite a new provincial agreement with physicians, Gatineau families like Edward Blanco-Steger's, whose doctor is leaving, fear healthcare access won't improve. Read about the local concerns.
Public backing for Quebec physicians opposing Bill 2 helped push the government to an agreement. A reader shares a positive healthcare experience and hopes doctors will stay.
New Brunswick has announced an increase to the income threshold for accessing government-funded home care services, allowing more seniors and individuals to qualify for support. Learn about the changes and who benefits.
Quebec family doctors have overwhelmingly approved a new agreement with the province, a move expected to connect half a million more patients with a GP. Read the details of the landmark deal.
An analysis of Christian Dubé's tumultuous five-year tenure as Quebec Health Minister, marked by ambitious reforms, soaring wait times, and a system left in crisis. Discover the mixed legacy of his push for transparency and efficiency.
President Trump's executive order initiates a major shift in U.S. drug policy, potentially moving cannabis to Schedule III. This change could aid medical research and reduce industry taxes. Explore the implications and political divide.
The Trump administration announced sweeping plans to restrict gender-affirming care for minors, affecting Medicaid funding and redefining disability protections. Learn the details and potential impact.
A landmark Florida lawsuit alleges major medical associations misrepresented science to promote youth gender transitions. This follows the Cass Review's findings of weak evidence.
Rep. Jim McGovern detailed years of unfulfilled pledges by Donald Trump to replace the Affordable Care Act. The House passed a GOP bill without extending key subsidies.
Quebec physicians reflect on their victory against Bill 2's penalties, describing trauma and a resolve to repair the damage inflicted on the healthcare system. Read their perspective.
Governor Kathy Hochul announces New York will legalize medically assisted suicide with strict safeguards. The move follows extensive debate and aims to provide end-of-life options.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announces a landmark agreement to legalize medically assisted suicide, marking a pivotal shift in end-of-life care policy. Learn the details and implications.
Four House Republicans defy Speaker Mike Johnson, signing a Democratic petition to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire this month. Will the Senate act?
Quebec's family physicians are voting on a revised agreement after the provincial government walked back controversial payment reforms. The outcome will shape primary care access across the province.