The cancer-drug promise is separate from the NDP's pharmacare plan, which would cover the cost of some essential medications, starting with 125 common drugs. ...
Category: Health
Cabinet minister accuses Doug Ford of ‘lying’ about his past comments on autistic youth
Children and Youth Services Minister Michael Coteau drew comparisons between Ford and U.S. President Donald Trump. ...
Sponsored Content: Alzheimer Society calls for continued commitment to dementia strategy funding in 2018 budget
It is vital that continued commitment to dementia strategy funding be included in the 2018 provincial budget and that this investment continues to be supported by all elected representatives in the House and through our ...
Preschoolers to get free child care, premier announces
The government's $2.2-billion, three-year plan will likely be a cornerstone in the Liberal budget, as opposition lawmakers warn the "Oprah"-esque move comes too late. ...
Province announces up to $2.4 billion for new care centre at SickKids Hospital
The cash for a pair of new buildings at the Toronto hospital comes amid an outcry over hospital overcrowding and dated facilities. ...
Wynne announces OHIP+ expansion for seniors in pre-election promise
Ontarians 65 and over would no longer have to pay deductibles. ...
Dental health groups welcome NDP’s ‘Ontario Benefits’ plan, say important details still to be determined
Meanwhile, both the Liberals and the PCs have signalled they might promise some kind of dental care, but haven't nailed down the details. ...
Liberals, NDP spar over health-care horror stories
The health minister hit back Thursday, accusing the NDP of "putting politics over patients." ...
Premier declines to comment on PCs, but suggests questions to ask them
Kathleen Wynne also defended Liberal candidate Deanna Sgro. ...
Steve Paikin faces sexual harassment allegation from ex-mayoral candidate
The accusation concerns a comment the broadcaster allegedly made over lunch with Sarah Thomson in 2010. ...