Corporate Governance

Legault accuses doctors of ‘taking students and the population hostage’
The Federation of General Practitioners called for an arbitration process, but the Legault government cut short this request on Wednesday. Health Minister Christian Dubé has argued that this could cost up to $1.8 billion in additional compensation.
Alberta justice minister told to legislate new safeguards, oversight of MAID
A new mandate letter to Mickey Amery from Premier Danielle Smith says the legislation should introduce ‘appropriate safeguards’ and prohibit mental illness from being a sole eligibility factor.

How Indigenous-led health education in remote communities can make reconciliation real

When Indigenous communities shape how health professionals are trained, it’s a path toward trust, equity and a health system that finally reflects the people it serves.
Interim report on Alberta health contract scandal not finished, won't be made public

Athana Mentzelopoulos claims individuals high in government interfered in overpriced health deals for private surgical companies and medical suppliers while she was head of Alberta Health Services.
The Ontario dependant pharmacist

For many Ontario pharmacist owners, especially those serving the province’s most vulnerable patients, the title of ‘independent pharmacist’ is a bit of fiction.
Never ending arbitration seems to be our fate

Never forget that this protracted process is also because the current government doesn’t really have the capacity to understand the complexity of the healthcare system (and the complexity of how physicians get paid).
Think tank calls on Ottawa to abandon single-payer pharmacare model

The C.D. Howe Institute report is the result of a policy workshop held in August, which included people representing the pharmaceutical industry, the insurance industry and government, along with academics and former public servants.
Leadership without fear: embracing the role you’re already in

What we’ve learned, often the hard way, is that good leadership isn’t about having all the answers.
Pill dispensers: How can we balance usefulness with sustainability

Pharmacists are well-positioned to offer effective and environmentally friendly solutions, whether by reducing, recycling or reusing pill dispensers, writes pharmacist Marc Parent.
Know the bias

Understanding the incentives behind your accountant, advisor or insurance broker can help you protect your goals.

Legault accuses doctors of ‘taking students and the population hostage’

Alberta justice minister told to legislate new safeguards, oversight of MAID

How Indigenous-led health education in remote communities can make reconciliation real

Interim report on Alberta health contract scandal not finished, won't be made public

The Ontario dependant pharmacist

Never ending arbitration seems to be our fate

Think tank calls on Ottawa to abandon single-payer pharmacare model

Leadership without fear: embracing the role you’re already in

Pill dispensers: How can we balance usefulness with sustainability

Know the bias