Patient Care

• B.C.’s older clinic funding model ending in 2026 but not all doctors agree

  The ministry says population-based funding has extremely high administrative requirements and costs, with providers spending more time on paperwork and less time on patient care.

  Health

  Dec 23, 2025
  
• Opposition to Bill 15 mounts amid fear closure could be invoked to end debate

  English-speaking communities fear Santé Québec will create too much bureaucratic power in one system and remove local control from hospitals, clinics and other health institutions.

  Health

  Nov 30, 2023
  
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• Edmonton pharmacy redesign with focus on patient care

  An Edmonton pharmacy has expanded its model to include three exam rooms where pharmacist can treat patients for chronic illnesses and common minor ailments.

  Health

  Nov 4, 2023
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• Selkirk Health Centre to receive new CT scanners, doubling capacity

  Selkirk Regional Health Centre could soon be getting two new CT scanners, courtesy of a multi-million dollar investment by the Mantiboa government.

  Health

  May 19, 2023
• New surgical robot ‘Daryl’ now helping assist Sask. medical operations

  The da Vinci Surgical System reportedly offers less pain, faster recovery times, and lowers the risk of infection. 

  Health

  Nov 25, 2022
• MUHC’s Got Talent competition raises $677, 000 for research and cutting edge technology

  Montreal doctors are revealing their hidden talents in a friendly talent competition organized by the MUHC foundation, to raise funds for different causes close to their hearts.

  Canada

  Nov 17, 2022
• Union representing Quebec nurses submits its new contract demands

  The wish list includes 60 demands the union hopes will be met by the Quebec government.

  Canada

  Nov 7, 2022
• ‘Dehumanizing’: B.C. woman outraged her mother placed in hospital sunroom with no call button

  For a second time, a patient at Royal Jubilee hospital in Victoria has complained about being put into a sunroom rather than a proper recovery room after receiving treatment.

  Health

  Aug 11, 2022
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• Montreal General Hospital staffing shortage forces closure of some units

  For months health departments across the Quebec have complained about severe staff shortages, particularly in the wake of the pandemic.

  Health

  May 31, 2022
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• Edmonton hospital provides essential service for transgender patients

  An Edmonton trans woman is sharing her story about what post-operative care in Alberta looks like and how an Edmonton hospital is helping people begin a new life.

  Perspectives

  Mar 31, 2022