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...
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...
“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...
“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...
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...
“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...
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...
