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How ‘pervasive’ is racism in health care? This B.C. researcher gathers the stories of Black, Indigenous people – CBC
Aug 14, 2025 Prince George, B.C., Calgary, Toronto, Thunder Bay, Ont., part of PhD candidate Ashley Wilkinson’s work Ashley Wilkinson has found racism is an ongoing challenge in health-care settings in Canada, which…
This cancer survivor celebrated her birthday by paying strangers’ hospital parking fees – CBC
Cancer patients face roughly $33K in out-of-pocket costs related to their care, charity says Aug 13, 2025 Krystyna Locke decided to celebrate her 63rd birthday in a very familiar place…
Moving to a more walkable city pays off for health, scientists find – CBC
Smartphone data reveals a boost in physical activity based on where people live Aug 14, 2025 People who moved to a walking friendly city walked more, and at the brisk…
He felt ‘chased’ by anxiety and got help online. Now, that resource experts trust could be shut down – CBC
1 in 4 people will deal with anxiety in their lifetime, but counselling can be hard to find Aug 14, 2025 Joey Laguio remembers waking up every morning in high…
Boil Water Advisory – Igloolik
Press Release August 13, 2025 The Department of Health is advising residents of Igloolik to boil their water before consumption until further notice. This is a safety measure due to…
Province funds Tŝilhqot’in-led healing and wellness model
Press Release Aug. 13, 2025 WILLIAMS LAKE – First Nations people living with substance-use challenges will soon benefit from a new Tŝilhqot’in-led healing and wellness model as the Province provides $8.3…
Government of Yukon seeks input on the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act
Press Release August 13, 2025 The Government of Yukon is looking for input from Yukoners on the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) Act, which aims to address property-based illegal activities…
Premier Simpson announces new Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services
Press Release August 13, 2025 Premier R.J. Simpson today announced the appointment of Mr. Alan Doody as the Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services for the Government of the…
GN invites Nunavummiut to learn about the new Mental Health Act, set for implementation in 2026
Press Release August 13, 2025 The Department of Health (Health) invites Nunavummiut to join them in-person for an information session to discuss the implementation of the new Mental Health Act.…
First Nations woman’s distressing haircut ‘not called for,’ family says – Laronge Now
Aug 13, 2025 The family of First Nation’s woman Corina Morin say her rights, traditions, and beliefs were violated when hospital staff in Saskatoon cut her hair without her consent.…
