16 h. ago New Alberta bill seeks to formalize citizenship on licences, integration with health care cards

Bill 10 formalizes the province's push to add citizenship markers to driver's licences and integrate them with health care numbers.

Science

37 h. ago Pediatricians protesting Bill 2 say 'everybody suffers' when preventive care is ignored

Dozens of pediatricians and family doctors protested the health-care reform outside the Montreal Children’s Hospital on Sunday, as part of co-ordinated demonstrations across Quebec.

Transport

50 h. ago Letters: Health care could pave the way to victory for Quebec Liberals

"But why isn't Pablo Rodriguez a more regular presence?"

Science

3 d. ago New academic research shows privatization of surgeries in England worsened inequalities and lengthened wait

OHC investigation reveals private clinics charging up to $4,590 for cataract surgeries that must be provided free of cost OTTAWA — The privatization of hospital surgeries in England led to growing inequality, longer wait-times and disruption of services in the public health care system, according to new academic reports. Allyson Pollock, co-author of the reports […]

Science

5 d. ago Here are the 18 clinics in Montreal's west end at risk of closing over Bill 2

More than 400,000 patients depend on the clinics for their health care.

Other

5 d. ago Budget signals lower increases to health transfers, end of funding deals

OTTAWA — The federal budget signals there is no room for the premiers to negotiate for more health-care funding in the coming years, one economist says – and the Ontario government is calling for that to change. The Canada Health Transfer is projected to be $54.7 billion in 2025-26 and is set to grow by […]

Science

5 d. ago GOLDSTEIN: Canada’s doctor shortage no accident, it was government policy

Ongoing crisis in nation's health-care system direct result of government policy decisions made decades ago

Events

5 d. ago B.C.’s new rules limit when employers can ask for sick notes

These changes will allow health-care providers to spend more time with patients who need medical care instead of just filling out sick notes, the government stated in a release.

Other

5 d. ago Opinion: As a doctor in Quebec, I question if I can continue to stay

Bill 2 has shaken my faith — not just in our health-care system, but in how our society values those who dedicate their lives to it.

Science

5 d. ago More than 80 nonprofits receive $250M for global women’s health from Melinda French Gates

More than 80 organizations that provide health care for women all over the world received grants Wednesday totaling $250 million from Melinda French Gates after a year-long application process. French Gates said the majority of the recipients of the Action for Women’s Health challenge have not previously received funding from her organization, Pivotal, or from […]

Economics

6 d. ago Resolutions on coal, flags and more up for debate at Alberta UCP annual meeting

The pitches, another being to make temporary residents pay for health care, were released recently by the party.

Other

8 d. ago 'No to Bill 2': Thousands of doctors pack Bell Centre for massive protest against health

Sunday's rally resembled a rock concert, with doctors bused in from all regions of the province.

Science

8 d. ago 'Bill 2 is a disaster': Thousands of doctors pack Bell Centre for massive protest against health

Sunday's rally resembled a rock concert, with doctors bused in from all regions of the province.

Science

9 d. ago Opinion: Reducing barriers to obesity treatments could avert a health

Expanding access to bariatric surgery and new drugs would help fight a host of serious illnesses and save Canada billions in health-care costs.

Economics

1 week ago Lincoln: Bill 2 another regressive coup d'éclat in Quebec health care

Latest legislation is disconnected from the real world of medical practitioners and the patients under their care.

Science

1 week ago Alberta hospital, nursing staff vote 98% in favor of striking ahead of mediation

About 16,000 Alberta hospital workers, including licensed practical nurses and health-care aides, have voted overwhelmingly to strike if necessary to back contract demands.

Science

1 week ago Union representing 16,000 Alberta nurses and healthcare staff vote 98 per cent in favour of striking

Wages and workplace safety are two of the top issues, according to the union

Science

1 week ago Union representing 16,000 Alberta nurses and health care aides vote 98 per cent in favour of striking

The earliest AUPE could issue a strike notice is Nov. 17

Science

1 week ago Maple acquires Beyond ADHD to expand responsible ADHD and mental health care across Canada

Acquisition strengthens access to clinically led virtual ADHD and mental health programs nationwide  TORONTO, Nov. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Maple, Canada’s leading virtual care company, today announced the acquisition of Beyond ADHD, a Canadian virtual care provider specializing in ADHD assessment, diagnosis, and follow-up. The acquisition advances Maple’s commitment to accessible, clinically led mental […]

Science

1 week ago Ottawa pledges nearly $82 billion over five years to rebuild military

OTTAWA – With Canada’s struggling military hoping for a much-needed return to both operational readiness and relevance, Budget 2025 plans to rebuild and rearm Canada’s neglected military by committing $81.8 billion over five years. Of that, $20.4 billion will go towards recruitment, generational pay raises and health care support for CAF members. Bolstering overseas missions […]

Economics