Healthcare for substance use is supported by evidence
Images of the drug toxicity crisis in Canada are harrowing. In 2023, an average of 22 people died every day…
Summer illustrates the importance of thriving
As we continue to enjoy the outdoors this summer, many of us are spending more time engaging in physical activities,…
Canadian Dental Care Plan will help more people thrive
Oral health is essential for overall good health and quality of life. Yet due to its high costs, those who…
Capital gains tax increases a reminder of economic inequality in Canada
The introduction of the higher capital gains taxes on June 25 reminds us there is still much to be done…
Pride Month highlights need to address 2SLGBTQ+ homelessness
Pride Month is not only a time to celebrate 2SLGBTQ+ communities, but a call for more equitable policies across all…
Crisis team expansion a welcome step
The recently approved City of Toronto budget, which nearly doubled funding to the Toronto Community Crisis Service (TCCS), is a…
Needed: A national approach to race-based data for health equity
Canadian healthcare institutions have rarely asked about the race or ethnicity of the people they serve. Contrary to popular belief,…
Communities must own their health data
Canadians are increasingly expressing worries about the collection and use of their data. Institutional and legislative measures exist to offer…
Learning from the pandemic experiences of Latin Americans in Toronto
The unequal impact of COVID-19 on low-income and racialized groups became very evident during the first 18 months of the…
Getting to the root of the mental health crisis
Bell Let’s Talk’s 2024 campaign, “Let’s create real change” opens a crucial conversation about taking lasting action to address the…
Ending disparities in auto insurance premiums
Cities in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) have some of the highest auto insurance rates in Ontario. Certain neighbourhoods are…
Winter plan for people sheltering outdoors falls short
Cold weather can have a devastating impact on people who are homeless, leading to hypothermia, frostbite and even death. Adequate…