Legislative, Regulatory & Legal

Here's a look at what the provinces and territories have said about their proof-of-vaccination programs, or lack thereof.

Dr. Sohail Gandhi argues that with an Ontario provincial election coming in June, the OMA board should trigger arbitration now in the fee deal talks with the provincial government.

The system takes effect on Wednesday next week, requiring patrons to show proof of full vaccination and a piece of ID to enter settings that include restaurants, theatres and gyms.

The government is also still asking for more control over nurses' scheduling, which currently allows for nurses' flexible and predictable schedules

A Wednesday report from the Financial Accountability Office found health spending was $691 million lower than planned in the area of population and public health because the province didn't spend funds from the pandemic program.

Quebec has refused to sign the Reciprocal Medical Billing Agreement. Due to Ottawa’s inaction, Quebec patients are forced to pay directly when they require out-of-province medical care.

The province says businesses and patrons who don't follow the rules could be fined.