Climate emergencies demand an equitable safety net
Climate-related emergencies are becoming more frequent, and people with the fewest resources to cope are the most impacted.
Small fees big barriers for refugees and newcomers
Recent changes to the Interim Federal Health Program have renewed concerns about financial barriers to healthcare for refugees and newcomers.
Stalled AODA increases health inequities in Ontario
National Accessibility Week is an opportunity to reflect on the fact it’s been over one year since Ontario failed to meet its own deadline to be completely accessible by 2025.
Community governance must shape Canada’s new data systems
Ontario is at a turning point in digital health, with the federal government introducing Bill S-5, the Connected Care for…
Needs magnify when disabilities co-occur
More than 3 million people in Ontario live with disability, and many live with mental health issues as well. It’s time to learn more about the service needs of this group.
Ending food insecurity means all hands on deck
Food insecurity is on the rise in Canada as factors such as inflation, housing affordability, insufficient wages and income supports impact what people can afford. Finding solutions to food insecurity in Canada requires an all hands on deck approach.
AI for mental health: Efficiency does not equal equity
Canadians are struggling to access mental health services, and are turning to digitized mental care as an alternative. Emerging research shows using chatbots as opposed to trained professionals puts health equity – and patients – at risk.
Menstrual health is not a luxury
Menstrual products are essential health items, yet one in six people in Canada who menstruate do not know if they can afford products for their next period.
Care economy jobs must be thriving jobs
In a new research project, Wellesley Institute is applying the thriving at work framework to better understand PSW and ECE work environments. We want to learn how these jobs can support workers’ health and well-being, and what helps these workers thrive in the workplace.
Ontario needs a plan to reverse the decline in life expectancy
The decline in life expectancy is one of Ontario’s biggest health emergencies ever, but it is going on under the radar.
Canada Disability Benefit: More action still needed
Close to one million Ontario residents with a disability live with poverty. The recent introduction of the Canada Disability Benefit…
Creeping privatization in Ontario healthcare: Why we need to pay attention
Ontario has seen a wave of fragmented policy changes that are expanding privatized healthcare in the province, transferring the management…