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Sep 22, 2020

Throne speech will provide contrast to the frightful spectacle in the U.S.

Karl Nerenberg

Some Ottawa insiders have speculated that the government will pull back from any overly ambitious new programs, be they in energy, social welfare or even health, to focus on the pandemic.

Podcast

Sep 4, 2020

The growing threat of privatization

Needs No Introduction

The COVID crisis is showing us more consequences of putting profits before people. Hear a panel discussion from the Canadian Labour Congress about the problem and some possible solutions.

Blog

Aug 11, 2020

Leaker exposes risky health-care privatization scheme in Alberta

David J. Climenhaga

Most of the Edmonton region's orthopedic surgeons would have needed to be on board for the private hospital idea to have legs. At least one of them evidently wasn't.

In cahoots

Jul 23, 2020

Nova Scotia nurses grow impatient as province remains inactive on compensation for expanded role

Close to 4,000 nurses across Nova Scotia say they're tired of waiting for government and their employers to implement a pay increase they are owed.

In cahoots

Jul 14, 2020

Health-care member Audra Nixon combines compassion and knowledge to serve others

Audra also serves as president of the District 6 Health Care Workers Council, and is a member of the USW International Health Care Workers Council.

In cahoots

Jun 16, 2020

New study reveals shocking levels of mental illness among Canada's nurses

A first-of-its-kind study on mental disorders among Canada's nurses has been released today, revealing widespread and severe symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression, burnout and other conditions.

Blog

Jun 10, 2020

The pandemic: How is Canada doing compared to other countries?

Jim Harding

Federal and provincial governments were clearly caught off guard when the COVID-19 pandemic struck. A look at the emerging trends could help spark reforms as we seek a green and just recovery.

Podcast

Jun 4, 2020

COVID-19 -- what aren't we hearing about the situation in Africa?

rabble radio

Cases of COVID-19 are low compared to other regions of the world, but that doesn't mean all is well. We hear reports from the ground in Tanzania and Mozambique.

In cahoots

May 14, 2020

North Island Hospital housekeeping, waste management to be brought in-house

Housekeeping and waste management services currently delivered by Compass Canada will be brought under the direct control of the Vancouver Island Health Authority

Podcast

Apr 21, 2020

COVID-19 shines a light on the relationship between work and health

Talking Radical Radio

Robyn Beckett of the Decent Work and Health Network talks about the impact our employment can have on our health, the fight for better employment standards, and COVID-19.

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