Midwives in Alberta will soon be able to provide greater care to expectant and new mothers, including prescribing and administering medications, inserting IUDs and performing ultrasounds. Continue reading →

In a decision released on Tuesday, the tribunal found that from 2005 to 2013, there is “sufficient evidence” to support the midwives’ claim that the provincial government discriminated against them in negotiating their compensation. Continue reading →

The provincial government has denied that “any aspect of the remuneration of midwives is discriminatory on the basis of sex.” Continue reading →

Citizen groups meeting in Montreal are hoping to hammer out a series of demands and recommendations to help improve access to midwifery care in Quebec. Continue reading →

In total, there are scheduled to be four full time midwives offering their services in the Fredericton region. Continue reading →

Guatemalan midwife speaks at Cobourg NGO to inspire education and support for women in her home country. Continue reading →

Nova Scotia NDP leader Gary Burrill says if elected, he would invest millions of dollars to expand the midwife program in Nova Scotia. Continue reading →

Alberta Health Services and the Alberta Association of Midwives has come to an agreement the province says will increase the number of midwives practising in Alberta. Continue reading →