63 h. ago Opinion: One inquiry to rule them all; separate probes into Alberta Health decisions limit transparency

The Alberta government’s latest move — forcing AHS leadership to participate in court filings to discredit its fired CEO — should concern every Albertan. It sends a chilling message to health-care workers: speaking out will result in job loss and protracted legal retaliation. This isn’t just about one case or one individual; it highlights broader […]

Science

3 d. ago Braid: Government tries to deflect Auditor General to lawyers. No way, says Doug Wylie

The health-care procurement scandal is fast morphing into one of the most epic legal battles Alberta has ever seen

Politics

4 d. ago Ontario hospital's questionable shape has the internet abuzz

In a too-good-to-not-be-true manner, an Ontario-area hospital is making a splash online for its incredible aerial appearance.Pull up your maps app and take a look at the Newmarket Health Centre to gaze upon a man-shaped building — complete with all appendages.With arms (and legs) open to those in York Region looking for care, the Newmarket Health Centre's (NHC) shockingly accurate dic-piction has the internet in stitches.Subreddit r/toronto has been kicking up Grade-A cracks about the overtly phallic structural appendage, proving that a good old D-joke is never not hilarious, nor in bad taste.Dozens have chimed in with jokes, like one Redditor who wrote, "It would look great with a water feature."Located at 194 Eagle Street, roughly an hour's drive from the city, NHC search engine results bring up many possible culprits, including a fertility clinic, while the provincial government also lists a long-term care home onsite.Get up close and personal with the aerial and stree...

Technology

5 d. ago Saskatchewan looking to U.S. to cure doctor woes with recruitment program

The Saskatchewan government is hoping to convince American doctors, who are concerned about recent political interference and cuts to health care in the U.S., to move north.

Science

5 d. ago CUPE: Canada must protect Palestinian health care workers, end genocide

OTTAWA, Ontario — The Canadian Union of Public Employees is demanding urgent action to end Israeli military attacks on Palestinian first responders and health care workers in Gaza, and to stop the ongoing genocide. CUPE represents 190,000 health care workers, including over 9,000 paramedics and first responders across Canada. CUPE National President Mark Hancock has […]

Society

5 d. ago ESMAIL: Alberta takes big step towards shorter wait times and higher quality health care

Instead of handing out bags of money each year to providers, the new system — known as “activity-based funding” — will pay health-care providers for each patient they treat, based on the patient’s particular condition and important factors that may add complexity or cost to their care.

Science

6 d. ago Canadian details the hate she experiences living in the U.S.

A Canadian working in health care in the U.S. shared a disturbing incident she faced in the operating room amid a discussion on the tariff war.TikToker @fern_9221, whose bio states that she's a neuroscientist, shared a video of herself sitting in her car after work in which she describes an experience in the workplace that caught her off guard."Just got off work," she said. "I just wanted to share with you what it was like today down under in the United States in 2025."She said that when Americans find out she's Canadian, they typically ask her to say "out" and "about" in a Canadian accent, causing them to "break down in giggles."However, one American coworker's reaction completely took her by surprise.The neuroscientist described how she was in the middle of surgery when she "outed" herself as a Canadian during a conversation about tariffs."I said, 'Well, you know, I'm a Canadian, and I, you know, I don't agree with the tariffs.' And one of the nurses ...

Other

6 d. ago Textron Aviation Expands Affordable and Convenient Health Care Options for Wichita Employees With Second Onsite Plane Healthy Wellness Center & Pharmacy

WICHITA, Kan. — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced the opening of its second innovative Plane Healthy Wellness Center & Pharmacy, located at the company’s east headquarters in Wichita, Kansas. The Wichita-based wellness center provides more than 9,500 employees and their dependents the choice to access affordable, convenient, comprehensive and […]

Transport

7 d. ago Prime Biome Reviews (URGENT DOCTOR REPORT): Surprising Gut Benefits & Side Effects Revealed by Real Users

DENVER, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gut health and skin care have always been treated as separate issues, with people relying on skincare products for clearer skin and digestive aids for bloating or discomfort. But what if the secret to radiant skin and a well-functioning gut lies in the same place? This is exactly […]

Science

9 d. ago Carney, Poilievre focus on trades and red tape as Singh tackles health care

Federal party leaders are starting the second full weekend of the federal election campaign at opposite ends of the country, with stops in B.C., Atlantic Canada and Ontario.

Economics

1 week ago Canadian Pet Population Survey Highlights the Importance of Access to Veterinary Care

TORONTO, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The latest findings from the 2024 Canadian Pet Population Survey reveal significant insights into the pet ownership landscape in Canada. Conducted by Léger, a leading Canadian research and analytics firm, the survey underscores the critical role of access to veterinary care in supporting the health and well-being of […]

Economics

1 week ago Conservative bill on prenatal and postnatal care in B.C. a rare opportunity for bipartisan co

Jody Toor's bill on prenatal and postnatal care would give government a year to create provincial strategy on mental health care for mothers.

Culture

1 week ago Lorne Gunter: Smith needs to let Alberta's collective outrage set the autonomy agenda

According to calculations by Vancouver’s Fraser Institute, between 2007 and 2022 Alberta and Albertans sent $245 billion more to the federal government than the federal government sent back to this province in the form of pensions and social payments, unemployment benefits, research grants, health care contributions, affordable housing construction and so on. Some of that […]

Events

1 week ago ‘It’s a golden ticket’: U.S. doctors explain the urge to come to Canada

U.S. doctors, frustrated by the political and health-care climate, are now eyeing Canada as a promising alternative for their careers.

Science

1 week ago Historic downtown Calgary fire hall will become arts/culture hub

Arts hub in downtown Calgary historic buildings takes another step

Events

1 week ago Singh talks tough on health care, offers boost to Edmonton candidates

As Jagmeet Singh visits Edmonton, local NDP candidates are bullish about their chances to increase their seat count

Science

1 week ago ‘100 calls per month’: Why U.S. doctors are looking to move to Canada

As political tensions and health-care layoffs roil the United States, a surge of American doctors may be looking to make a move north — and provinces are taking notice.

Science

1 week ago Gameday Men’s Health Appoints Dr. Haleem Mohammed as Chief Medical Officer to Lead National Expansion with Clinical Excellence

A nationally renowned physician, Dr. Hal brings his diverse background to his new role to further revolutionize men’s healthcare and outcomes CARLSBAD, Calif. — Gameday Men’s Health, a premier men’s health clinic redefining men’s wellness by combining cutting-edge treatments with personalized concierge-level care to optimize health, energy, and performance, has named Dr. Haleem Mohammed, MD, […]

Society

2 w. ago B.C. launches health authority efficiency review to minimize waste

Health Minister Josie Osborne says the government wants to ensure that all authorities are best positioned to tackle the "complex challenges" facing the health care system.

Science

2 w. ago One fix to the family doctor crisis? Not every problem needs a doctor

How Canada Wins: Other health professionals can help fill gaps in primary care 'if only we let them'

Science