Solitary confinement still happening, but ‘under a new name,’ says now-disbanded panel formed to track Liberals’ new system
Canada’s correctional investigator says the 2019 law was flawed, leading to an increase of poorly monitored segregation-like conditions.
Expanding the Canada Health Act must include mental health and substance use health
Mental health and substance use health are the foundation of economic productivity as well the cornerstone of our health and well-being.
Health
Here are two major ways Canada can significantly increase its supply of family doctors
The federal government can enhance funding to the Medical Council of Canada to asses foreign doctors, and provinces can boost investment to increase their output of graduating physicians.
Minister Holland has made positive pharmacare first steps, but stumbled on Health Act letter’s virtual care commission, say sector experts
The clock is ‘loudly ticking’ on a likely federal election in the spring, and it’s important pharmacare deals are signed with the provinces and territories before that happens, says the Canadian Health Coalition’s national director.
Canada should stand firm against the assault on the World Health Organization
Despite its imperfections, the WHO has delivered historic successes, which are only possible through the concerted efforts of all nations.
It is time the feds make the long-awaited diabetes device fund a reality
The fund can help alleviate the financial burden weighing on those living with diabetes, and eliminate regional inequities in access.
The future of long-term care in Canada: a call for better care through health equity
Future agreements must require health equity plans with targets for delivering the diverse care needed in each jurisdiction.
Beyond long-term care: Canada’s missing link in seniors’ care
Not all seniors need long-term care, so the federal government must act now to fill this critical housing gap.
New Canada Health Act interpretation letter misses the mark on virtual care
Publicly funding medically necessary virtual care would improve access for all Canadians, not just those fortunate enough to have stable jobs with benefits.
