Category: Books

Vulnerable – The Law, Policy and Ethics of COVID-19

The novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which causes the disease known as COVID-19, has infected people in 212 countries so far and on every continent except Antarctica. Vast changes to our home lives, social interactions, government functioning and relations between countries have swept the world in a few months and are difficult to hold in one’s mind at one time. That is why a collaborative effort such as this edited, multidisciplinary collection...

Is Two-Tier Health Care the Future?

Canadians are deeply worried about wait times for health and this book explores whether or not two-tier health care is a solution. Entrepreneurial doctors and private clinics are bringing Charter challenges to existing laws restrictive of a two-tier system. They argue (wrongly in our view) that Canada is an outlier amongst developed countries in limiting options to jump the queue.  In this book, leading researchers explore the public and private...

Evidence Network

“Canadians don’t like to hear this, but when it comes to pharmaceuticals, our health insurance system has plenty in common with the United States – and that’s not a good thing.” The Evidence Network of Canadian Health Policy, commonly known as EvidenceNetwork.ca is a non-partisan, web-based project funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Research Manitoba and a partnership with the George and Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation to make the latest evidence on...

Evidence Network

“Many Canadian have no drug insurance whatsoever and one in five Canadian now report that someone in their household is not taking their prescription medicine die to concerns about cost” The Evidence Network of Canadian Health Policy, commonly known as EvidenceNetwork.ca is a non-partisan, web-based project funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Research Manitoba and a partnership with the George and Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation to make the latest evidence on controversial...

Law and Mind: Mental Health Law and Policy in Canada

This title provides a comprehensive analysis of the most important cases and key debates at the intersection of mental health law and policy. Mental health issues pose critical challenges for Canada’s systems of justice and health care. Problems with mental health are common, but often neglected due to stigma and the vulnerability of those living with these conditions. This is evident within our legal system. Every day in our courts we...

Evidence Network

“Isn’t it long past time our government and our doctors work to ensure all Canadians – and not just those who can afford to pay – receive timely care?” – Colleen M. Flood. The Evidence Network of Canadian Health Policy, commonly known as EvidenceNetwork.ca is a non-partisan, web-based project funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Research Manitoba and a partnership with the George and Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation to make the...

Canadian Health Law & Policy (5th Edition)

Provides guidance on the laws, regulations, programs, plans and practices affecting conditions of work and employee benefits in Ontario. A wide range of topics is covered including: hiring, employment standards, termination, pension plans and retirement savings, health care benefits, disability benefits, non-traditional job structures, leaves and flex-time, job sharing, contract workers, telework, human rights issues, health and safety and privacy in the workplace Features useful charts, checklists – including a...

The Right to Health at the Public/Private Divide: A Global Comparative Study

Through a comparative global study of countries from all continents representing a diversity of health, legal, political, and economic systems, this book explores the role of health rights to advance greater equality through access to health care. Does health care promote equality, or does it in fact advance the opposite result? Does inserting the idea of “the right to health” into health systems allow the reinsertion of public values into...

Administrative Law in Context

The print edition of Administrative Law in Context, 2nd Edition includes a PDF ebook. Look for your PIN code card inside the front cover. The PDF ebook is also available for purchase separately. The second edition of the best-selling casebook Administrative Law in Context uses the same unique two-part format as the previous edition — a hardbound text supported by a website where both students and instructors can find full-text...

Data Data Everywhere

Hospitals, doctors’ offices, and pharmacies are sitting on some very valuable information – your medical information. As health-care providers enter the digital world and computerize their patients’ records in an effort to improve the efficiency and quality of care, they are also building a valuable health research tool. The files in their databases may contain the answers to many medical questions we currently face, but they also contain private information...