The Ontario government is providing $90 million in new funding for 1,100 beds that will help hospitals cope with the flu season. Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Health Minister Christine Elliot are set to announce funding for hospitals. Hospitals have been overcrowded, even in summers when demand is often at its lowest, said Ontario Hospital Association President Anthony Dale. Ontario Hospital Association president Anthony Dale said the money is much needed, given the sector is heading into its busiest time. A year ago, the Liberal government provided the health-care system with $100 million to handle the flu season., but NDP Leader Andrea Horwath said hospitals need at least $300 million to maintain the status quo.

Source: thestar October 03, 2018 16:52 UTC