Ontario NDP hopes Doug Ford government will support free birth control

Free prescription contraception from the Manitoba government a win for one expert - Winnipeg

The provincial NDP government is reiterating its promise to make prescription contraception free for Manitobans. One expert says that is a win for women's health.

Ford government signals support for NDP motion for free birth control

Currently, OHIP covers contraception for individuals under the age of 25, as long as they aren't also covered by a private plan.

Steelworkers call on Ford government to support NDP bill to ban replacement workers in Ontario

TORONTO -- The United Steelworkers union (USW) is looking forward to the potential passing of legislation tabled in the Ontario legislature by the New Democratic Party to ban the use of replacement workers during labour disputes in the province. Ontario Members of Parliament are voting on the bill today.

Ontario NDP hopes Doug Ford government will support free birth control

The Ontario NDP is hoping the Doug Ford government will support a motion to provide coverage for birth control under OHIP.

Ontario signals support for NDP motion for free birth control

Hamilton, Halton, Niagara and area news from CHCH - Hamilton, Halton, and Niagara news.. Ontario women could soon receive free prescription contraception from the provincial government. Marit Stiles wants OHIP to be expanded to cover these prescriptions and devices. She says it is long overdue and would ensure that everyone who needs it has full access to reproductive planning. “This is a truly non-partisan and common-sense way to ensure that ev…