Legislative, Regulatory & Legal

The Saskatchewan Minister of Health has approved regulatory bylaw amendments to authorize an extended intern category for pharmacy technicians.

Dr. Hussein Kanji says the drop in morale was palpable inside Vancouver General Hospital as demonstrators protested COVID-19 public health measures outside its doors Sept. 13.

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.

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

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.

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.