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Students return to Alberta schools after historic teachers’ strike screeches to a halt

The Alberta government legislated teachers back to work this week. Students across Alberta returned to class Wednesday after a provincewide teachers’ strike that lasted over three weeks. Mike Symington/CBC Nicholas Frew, Emily … READ MORE

UCalgary study offers new insight into physician shortage in Alberta

Researchers analyzed 16 years of data and reveal changes driving many of today’s challenges. Tima Miroshnichenko photo, Pexels Kelly Johnston, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary September 23, 2025 There is a growing … READ MORE

Eligible Alberta parents receive provincial payments Friday for children out of school during teachers’ strike

Parents of children 12 and under will get $480 per child for the 16 days school was out. Students across Alberta returned to class Wednesday after a provincewide teachers’ strike that lasted over three weeks. Mike Symington/CBC … READ MORE

Alberta teachers, students head back to school after three-week strike

Government used notwithstanding clause to force teachers back. Numerous demonstrations have been organized in support of the 50,000 Alberta teachers who have been on strike since October 6. PHOTO: RADIO-CANADA / TRAVIS MCEWAN RCI, … READ MORE

Alberta parents still struggling to book COVID shots for kids as doctors raise alarm about access

Alberta Medical Association estimates each COVID hospitalization costs the health system more than $34,000. Parents have to call Health Link to book COVID-19 vaccines for children under 12. But the health information line has been … READ MORE

Canada’s measles outbreak control challenged by disinformation and distrust, doctors say

Doctors share ideas for disinformation and outreach, warn more measles ‘inevitable’. Vaccine hesitancy, especially in specific communities, is one of the hurdles to getting more of the Canadian public protected against … READ MORE

New implant restores blood pressure balance after spinal cord injury

Neuroscientists and neurosurgeons from Canada, Switzerland and the Netherlands collaborate on life changing research and innovation. UCalgary researcher Aaron Phillips monitors Cody Krebs’s blood pressure as it’s stabilized by a … READ MORE

Robust Measles Immunity in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland

Researchers found robust immunity to measles among people living in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, indicating high uptake of the measles vaccine in the general population. Photo by CDC on Unsplash Fran Lowry, Medscape October … READ MORE

3D-Printed Orthoses Show Clinical Improvements

Otto Bock WalkOn Reaction AFO by The O&P EDGE, September 2, 2025 A team of researchers conducted a literature review across six databases (PubMed, Web of Science, EBSCO, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Sage) to evaluate the clinical … READ MORE

High Rates of Articular Cartilage Damage Found in Pediatric Athletes After ACL Injuries, Meniscus Tears

Image by Joshua Choate from Pixabay By John Ready, MS, Yale School of Medicine October 8, 2025 A new study led by Yale School of Medicine’s Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation unveiled key insights into the knee … READ MORE

Province will consider back-to-work legislation for Alberta teachers if strike continues to drag

Union spokesperson says no further meeting dates have been scheduled. Alberta Finance Minister Nate Horner said Wednesday it’s likely the government will table back-to-work legislation later this month when the legislative … READ MORE

Alberta students hope for end to teachers’ strike as classrooms remain empty

Teachers walked off the job Oct. 6. A provincewide strike has meant some 750,000 children haven’t been in classes for a week. The first formal bargaining meeting since the strike began Oct. 6 is set to take place Tuesday between … READ MORE

Alberta offers strike assistance of up to $300 per week for students with complex care needs

Parents can apply through an online parent portal starting Oct. 14. The province announced on Friday that families with complex care needs will soon be eligible to receive as much as $300 in financial support per school week during … READ MORE

4 questions you might be considering as Alberta’s provincewide teacher lockout continues

Families wondering how students will make up lost time as classes remain cancelled. Teachers strike CBC Janet French, CBC News Edmonton Oct 10, 2025 ▽ Table of Contents 1. What is the latest information about bargaining? 2. How are … READ MORE

‘Outbreak in Alberta was preventable’: AMA president criticizes province’s handling of measles outbreak, premier defends it

Measles is preventable. After a baby died of measles this week, The Alberta Medical Association is encouraging Albertans to get vaccinated in order to prevent more deaths and hospitalizations. Jacqueline Wilson reports. CTV News By … READ MORE

Alberta stopped tracking class sizes. Then it changed its funding formula. Now, it’s a teachers’ strike issue

Yet another new formula takes effect for 2025-26. Students rally for teachers in Calgary on Day 3 of the strike. Nick Brizuela/CBC Robson Fletcher, CBC News Calgary, October 09, 2025 One of the key issues in Alberta’s ongoing … READ MORE

Alberta teachers look for ways to make ends meet as historic strike in second day

A statue outside the Alberta Teachers' Association on Monday. Amber Bracken/The Canadian Press

Strike impacts about 750,000 students across public, Catholic and Francophone schools. A statue outside the Alberta Teachers’ Association on Monday. Amber Bracken/The Canadian Press The Canadian Press CBC Edmonton, October 07, … READ MORE

Alberta minister calls for automatic enrolment in Canada’s new disability benefit

Nixon said the federal application requirements present a ‘significant barrier’ to access in Alberta and beyond. Alberta Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services Jason Nixon. Brent Calver/Postmedia By Rahim … READ MORE

Parents of children with disabilities scramble for supports ahead of Alberta teachers strike

Alberta Teachers’ Association says its members will walk off the job on Oct. 6. Alberta Education and Childcare Minister Demetrios Nicolaides announced supports for parents if Alberta teachers strike on Monday. But, parents of … READ MORE

Alberta doctors say first measles death a ‘stark’ reminder outbreak was preventable

The emergency department of the Rockyview General Hospital is pictured in Calgary, Thursday, March 20, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh JMC Lisa Johnson, The Canadian Press October 3, 2025 EDMONTON – Alberta doctors say … READ MORE

Premature baby dies of measles in Alberta outbreak’s 1st death

Baby born early after mother contracted measles, province says. CDC/Molly Kurnit, MPH Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary October 02, 2025 Alberta is reporting its first measles death since outbreaks of the highly contagious illness began … READ MORE

Northeast B.C. measles vaccinations below herd immunity as school resumes, health officials say

Despite uptick in vaccinations over summer, rates still too low to stop transmission. Northern Health has reported 187 measles cases across the region as of Aug. 28, nearly double from the end of July. CBC Matt Preprost, CBC News … READ MORE

How small changes in walking technique may help treat knee osteoarthritis

Subtly adjusting foot angle during walking, tailored to each individual’s gait, can reduce knee pain and slow cartilage degeneration in mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis. This personalized, noninvasive approach decreases … READ MORE

I worried about being a mom with a disability. Now, I’ve embraced it — all with one hand

Finding out I was pregnant was one of the few times I doubted my ability to overcome and adapt. Kiaira Fedorus, shown here in April 2024, has cerebral palsy, which severely limits her physical abilities on the right side of her body. … READ MORE

Cosgriffe claims 100m backstroke silver as Canada caps Para swimming worlds with 12 medals

Burlington, Ont., native wins 2nd medal of meet after taking bronze in 100m butterfly. Canada’s Katie Cosgriffe, who races in the S10 classification, posted the fastest time of her career in Saturday’s 100-metre backstroke … READ MORE

Measles spread trending down as Alberta kids head back to the classroom. Will it last?

Alberta still identifying more cases per week than any other province. Measles can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, brain swelling and even death. Lindsey Wasson/Reuters Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary September 03, … READ MORE

Digital Tools Measure AFO Alignment Accurately

A study evaluating pediatric AFO alignment and shape differences of live scanned versus casted lower-limb models found that AFO users can be scanned in a nearly corrected position, and that digital tools can be used to measure and … READ MORE

AISH recipient, advocates worry about Alberta’s new disability benefit program

Alberta Disability Assistance Program coming in July 2026. Assisted Living and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon says ADAP will allow Albertans with disabilities to keep more of what they earn while receiving government benefits. … READ MORE

COVID cases starting to climb across parts of Canada

Consistent end-of-summer trend has doctors recommending precautions like vaccination, staying home sick A bottle containing wastewater sits in a lab at the University of Guelph as part of surveillance for respiratory pathogens. … READ MORE

Robot helps children walk as part of pilot project at Calgary schools

Robotic walking device will support students with neurodevelopmental disabilities. A University of Calgary project is exploring the use of robot-assisted walking devices called Trexos. The project’s director says such devices … READ MORE

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