U.S. Health Care Costs Skyrocket, Market Reform Urged
Analysis reveals U.S. health care costs have surged 155% as a share of GDP since 1970. Columnist Star Parker argues for free-market solutions like Health Savings Accounts to cure a 'sick' system.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Ontario Residency Program Expanded for International Doctors
A judge's injunction has forced Ontario to expand its medical residency program, giving internationally trained doctors like Ottawa's Ashok Kumar Biswas a renewed opportunity to practice. Read about the policy reversal and its impact on the doctor shortag
Quebec Doctors' Pay Model Negotiations Resume in Weekend Blitz
Quebec Premier François Legault met with doctors' federations to restart talks on Bill 2. Negotiations enter a weekend 'blitz' phase. Read the latest.
Quebec Talks Break Down, Patient Loses Doctor
A Montreal breast cancer survivor's family doctor quit after negotiations between physicians and Quebec failed. Learn the personal impact of the healthcare stalemate.
Quebec family medicine clinics warn of closures as Bill 2 talks fail
The collapse of negotiations over Quebec's Bill 2 has family medicine groups warning of imminent clinic closures, threatening primary care for hundreds of thousands of patients. The countdown is on.
Quebec Ends Bill 2 Talks, Doctors Warn of Exodus
Quebec's government has halted talks on Bill 2, a controversial physician payment reform. The province's family doctors' federation warns the move will worsen the healthcare crisis and drive doctors away. Read the latest.
Quebec Doctor Salary Negotiations Break Down with Government
Negotiations between Quebec's doctors' federation and the CAQ government have collapsed over salary reform. Key details on the impasse and what happens next.
Quebec Doctors Refuse to Enforce New Health-Care Law
Family-medicine directors across Quebec say they won't enforce major provisions of Bill 2, warning it will overwhelm clinics. Learn about the growing resistance.
Alberta cancels Lethbridge private surgical facility plan
The Alberta government has halted procurement for a private surgical facility in Lethbridge. Get the details on this significant shift in healthcare delivery for the region.
Sask. NDP bill requires notification for rural ER doctor shortages
Saskatchewan's NDP introduces legislation mandating public alerts when rural emergency rooms lack physician coverage. Learn about the proposed bill and its implications for healthcare transparency.
B.C. health review cuts 1,100 jobs, redirects $60M
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
Quebec medical directors vow to defy health-care law Bill 2
Heads of Quebec's family medicine departments refuse to implement parts of Bill 2, citing overburdened clinics and a flawed surveillance role. They demand suspension of key articles.
Bill 2 Distorts Moral Compass in Medicine: Doctor
A Quebec psychiatrist argues Bill 2's performance quotas undermine medical ethics and patient care, forcing doctors to choose between conscience and targets. Read the analysis.
Ontario falling short on healthcare: Auditor General
Ontario's Auditor General reveals critical failures in connecting patients with doctors, expanding medical education, and tackling overbilling. Key audits highlight systemic issues.
Son of Quebec surgeons says Bill 2 won't fix broken system
A CEGEP student, whose parents are surgeons, shares an insider's view of Quebec's healthcare strain. He argues Bill 2's demands for more output ignore a system lacking resources, pushing dedicated physicians to burnout. Read his powerful plea for change.
Quebec College of Physicians Concerned About Bill 7
The Quebec College of Physicians voices alarm over potential political interference with Bill 7, fearing it could compromise medical independence and patient care standards.
Alberta expands private surgery options to tackle wait times
Alberta Health Minister Adriana LaGrange unveils new legislation allowing doctors to perform public surgeries in private clinics. She hopes this hybrid model, addressing Canada's chronic wait times, could be replicated across the country.
UNAIDS Chief Urges Canada Not to Cut Foreign Aid
UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima appeals to Canada's government to maintain foreign aid and global health funding, warning of severe consequences from potential cuts.
Alberta Health Reform: Small Step, Limited Impact
Alberta's new health legislation allows private payment but maintains central control. Will this reduce wait times or just create more bureaucracy? Read our analysis.
Bill 2 physician shortage threatens Quebec healthcare
Quebec's Bill 2 forces doctors to see more patients amid severe shortages, risking physician exodus and worse healthcare outcomes. Learn how this affects patients.
MAID accounts for 5% of Canadian deaths in 2024
New federal data reveals medical assistance in dying accounted for 5.1% of all deaths in Canada last year, with cancer being the most common underlying condition. Read the full report.
Alberta Doctors Support New Public-Private Surgery Plan
Alberta physicians explain why expanding private delivery within the public health system can improve access to timely care and reduce wait times for essential surgeries.
Quebec AG: Difficult to Access Medical Specialists
Quebec's acting auditor general reveals significant challenges in accessing medical specialists. Learn about the systemic issues affecting healthcare delivery in the province.
Hudson medical clinic closing over Quebec Bill 2 reforms
Hudson Medical Centre will close April 1, citing unsustainable conditions under Quebec's Bill 2. The closure affects 11,000 patients. Learn more about the impact.
Manitoba Health Links adds doctors in pilot project
Manitoba launches pilot project integrating doctors into Health Links service. Premier Wab Kinew announces initiative to improve healthcare access for residents across the province.
Alberta health spending $9,597 per person in 2025
A new report shows Alberta's health care spending is growing faster than the economy, reaching $9,597 per person in 2025. Discover the key factors driving this increase.
Legault Signals Amendments to Quebec Health-Care Bill
Premier François Legault and Quebec's family doctors federation resume negotiations, potentially amending controversial Bill 2. Read about the latest developments in Quebec health reform.
Legault, FMOQ President Hold Rare Meeting on Negotiations
Quebec Premier François Legault and FMOQ president Marc-André Amyot held a rare sit-down meeting to push healthcare negotiations forward. Read the latest developments.
Dual Healthcare System Could Create Negative Competition
Professor warns Alberta's proposed dual healthcare system may lead to negative competition and reduced care quality. Learn about the potential impacts on Canadian healthcare.
Alberta's Dual-Practice Health Model Puts Patients First
Alberta's new health reforms introduce dual-practice for physicians, aiming to reduce wait times while maintaining universal coverage. Learn how this hybrid model could transform Canadian healthcare.
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