Policy

The federal government is asking for more time to amend the assisted-dying law, acknowledging that it can't meet a court-imposed deadline to drop a provision that allows only those who are already near death to qualify for medical help to end their lives.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh wrote to every premier in Canada to outline the party's plan and ask for their buy-in

If mentally ill patients seek MAiD, there is simply no way to know for sure whether they satisfy the 'irremediability' criterion

Smoking cessation is often neglected in health centres, but taking it seriously could have huge positive impacts on patient outcomes and the health system

The province will now consult widely before making a final decision

The results showed little variation among people who identified as supporters of the three main federal parties

Canada’s chief public health officer is calling on health leaders to understand and address persistent stigma in the healthcare system, which she says creates barriers to equitable service and effective care for those who are most in need.

The only way to truly defend the equity-protecting asset that is the CHA is to strengthen our system. Here are five ideas that may be considered unconventional but offer some promise, if not some good food for thought.