Class action lawsuit against Quebec long-term care facilities approved
A class action lawsuit against Quebec’s long-term care facilities for allegations of poor living conditions for residents has been given the green light. Continue reading
Paul Brunet
Quebec Liberals promise $7-a-day parking at hospitals, long-term care facilities
Parking fees at hospitals and long-term care facilities will be dramatically reduced across the province if Premier Philippe Couillard is re-elected, he said Saturday. Continue reading
Patients seek to sue Quebec over alleged mistreatment in long-term care facilities
A patients’ rights group is seeking authorization for a class-action lawsuit against Quebec long-term care facilities for the alleged mistreatment of patients. Continue reading
New rules for surveillance cameras in Quebec care centres
The new regulations will be in effect as of March 7. Continue reading
Quebec government to blame for nursing crisis: patients’ rights advocate
“When nobody wants to come and work for the company, who is the problem?” Continue reading
MUHC being sued by obstetricians and gynecologists for quotas limiting deliveries
By Anne Leclair Reporter
A group of obstetricians and gynecologists who work at the Royal Victoria Hospital is suing the McGill University Health Centre for setting what they claim are discriminatory quotas. Continue reading
Patients’ rights experts outraged over alleged lack of security at Douglas Institute
By Anne Leclair Reporter
Patients’ rights advocates are speaking out after Global News’ exclusive report about a patient escaping from the Douglas Mental Health University Institute for the fourth time this week. Continue reading
Pregnant woman’s health card expires, Quebec refuses to renew it
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
After living and working in Quebec for over two years, a pregnant Brossard resident is being denied health care. Continue reading
EXCLUSIVE: Senior claims she was yelled at for requesting English services at Verdun Hospital
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
A 73-year-old medical patients said an employee at the Verdun Hospital yelled at her after she requested to be spoken to in English. Continue reading
Mother dies week after son says she was pressured to leave hospital
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
A Montreal man has filed a complaint against the Suroît Hospital in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield after he says his mother was discharged and then died a week later. Continue reading