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Edmonton Journal
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- Edmonton Journal
'It's pretty straightforward': Danielle Smith objects after Ontario man charged with assaulting home intruder
OTTAWA — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is echoing Ontario counterpart Doug Ford's bafflement after learning that a Lindsay, Ont. man is facing criminal charges for injuring a home intruder. Article content Smith was quick to dispense some folk wisdom to the wounded trespasser when asked about the incident on Thursday. Article content Article content 'Well if you don't want to get shot or beaten up don't break into people's houses. It's pretty straightforward,' quipped Smith, drawing a smattering laughter and applause from the room. Article content Article content 'We do expect that people are going to use a reasonable (amount) of force to defend themselves and their families, and I support that,' she continued. Article content Article content Her remarks came a day after Ford blasted Ontario police for arresting the trespassing victim, lamenting that 'something is broken' in Canada's criminal justice system. Article content The alleged intruder was already wanted by police for multiple unrelated offenses, including breach of probation, when he broke into the man's home in the early hours of Monday morning, according to court filings. Article content Police arrived at the scene to find the intruder with serious, life-threatening injuries arising from an altercation with the resident, who now faces aggravated assault and weapons charges. Article content Smith said the incident reflected a lingering Canada-wide problem with criminal recidivism, touching on every province and territory. Article content Article content 'We all have had instances where somebody has been released on their own recognizance and then been repeat offenders … so we know that this is a problem that needs to be solved through (federal) legislation,' she said. Article content Smith said she hopes tough on crime legislation will be high on the agenda when Parliament resumes next month. Article content The Alberta premier wasn't the only out-of-province politician to speak out on the incident. Article content Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, Alberta's newest MP, shared a pithy reaction on social media earlier in the day.
CTV News
21 minutes ago
- CTV News
Ottawa mayor pitches 3.75% tax increase in 2026; biggest hike for police in 15 years
Mayor Mark Sutcliffe is proposing a budget for 2026 that could see major hikes to transit fares and a big increase for police. CTV's Natalie van Rooy reports. An error has occurred. Please ensure your web browser is up to date before trying again. If applicable, disable any virtual private network (VPN) and ad blocker. [3003/4032] Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe says his proposal for the the 2026 budget would keep the overall property tax increase smaller than many other major cities, but it would also include what he called the biggest budget increase for police in 15 years. The 2026 draft budget directions document, prepared for the Finance and Corporate Services Committee, directs staff to develop the budget with an overall net tax requirement increase of no more than 3.75 per cent, which includes a city-wide tax levy increase of up to 2.9 per cent and higher levies for police and public transit. ADVERTISEMENT 'To date, the City has avoided an additional 10 per cent tax increase over this Term of Council through $207.5 million of achieved savings. These efficiencies reduce the overall tax supported net requirement while maintaining service and balancing affordability,' staff say. A 3.75 per cent tax hike would cost the average urban property owner an extra $166 next year. Major budget increase for police The Ottawa Police Services levy would be increased between 2.9 per cent and 6.5 per cent in 2026. 'It represents the largest increase in the police budget in more than 15 years … but it comes at a time when it's needed to serve our community,' Sutcliffe told reporters at a news conference on Thursday. Sutcliffe says this is necessary to cover the costs of the Ottawa Police Service's new district policing model and staff stabilization plan to hire more police officers. 'Our residents have been asking for better and more effective policing. They want to see more officers patrolling our streets. They want faster response times. They want to feel safe in their community,' he said. 'We need to support these important changes by investing further in policing and public safety.' Concept of South Facility A conceptual image of the future Ottawa Police South Facility on Prince of Wales Drive, as shown at a topping off ceremony on May 9, 2025. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa) A 6.5 per cent increase would add an estimated $25 million to the net operating budget for Ottawa police, pushing it to approximately $414 million. Transit improvements 'cost money' The budget directions say the transit levy could increase anywhere between 3 per cent and 15 per cent next year, and fares would go up anywhere between 2.5 per cent and 7.5 per cent. 'Public transit is vitally important to our community and to our economy,' Sutcliffe said. 'Earlier this year, we successfully launched Lines 2 and 4 of light rail, and in the coming months, we'll open the eastern extension of Line 1 to Orléans—another huge milestone for transit. We're also continuing to purchase more electric buses to make our transit service greener and more reliable… These improvements cost money, so another boost in transit funding is required.' Ottawa LRT The O-Train operates on Line 1 on Thursday, July 3, 2025. (Andrew Adlington/CTV News Ottawa) The document says staff are directed to produce a list of operating efficiencies to reduce the overall fare and transit tax levy requirement. Staff are also directed to find capital investment deferrals for consideration, and any funding related to the provincial commitment to upload the Ottawa LRT. A 2.5 per cent transit fare hike would add approximately $3 to the price of an adult monthly bus pass. A 7.5 per cent increase would increase the monthly fare by approximately $10. Sutcliffe said the larger increases to the police and transit levies would be made to fit within his goal of keeping the overall tax increase at 3.75 per cent next year. 'We will continue to have among the lowest tax increases of any major city in Canada,' he said. 'It won't be easy to hit these targets, but we owe it to our residents to do everything possible to achieve this important balance between investing in what matters most and keeping life affordable.' 'There are a lot of needs and pressures, but we will continue to do the heavy lifting to find savings and efficiencies,' Sutcliffe said. Other fee increases include a 10 per cent increase in the garbage fee, which would add an extra $2 per month to what the average single family home pays. Recreation fees are expected to rise 2.9 per cent next year. The Finance and Corporate Services Committee meets Sept. 2 to discuss the budget directions. The 2026 draft budget will be presented to city council on Nov. 12, and the final adoption vote will take place on Dec. 10.
Globe and Mail
21 minutes ago
- Globe and Mail
Global Hospital Information System (HIS) Market Set to Surpass USD 91.7B by 2030, Amid North America Dominance and APAC Surge
"Global Hospital Information System (HIS) Market Research Report by Arizton" Industry Analysis Report, Regional Outlook, Growth Potential, Price Trends, Competitive Market Share & Forecast 2025–2030. According to Arizton's latest research, the global hospital information system (HIS) market is projected to grow from USD 51.09 billion in 2024 to USD 91.72 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 10.24% during the forecast period. Report Summary: Market Size (2030): USD 91.72 Billion Market Size (2024): USD 51.09 Billion CAGR (2024-2030): 10.24% HISTORIC YEAR: 2021-2023 BASE YEAR: 2024 Forecast Year: 2025-2030 Largest Region (2024): North America Fastest-Growing Region: APAC Market Segmentation: Component, Deployment Mode, System Type, Facility Type, and Geography Geographic Analysis: North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa Cloud HIS: Turning Hospital Data into Smarter, Faster Care The migration to cloud-based hospital information systems marks a major milestone in healthcare digital transformation. By moving from large upfront hardware investments to flexible, subscription-based models, hospitals can achieve cost savings of around 30 % while scaling operations to meet fluctuating patient volumes and emerging technology needs. Cloud platforms also enable AI and machine learning integration, supporting advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and smarter operational decisions. While public cloud currently leads the market due to cost advantages, hybrid models are expected to grow fastest, balancing data security with operational flexibility in regulated healthcare environments. Real-world examples highlight the impact, AdventHealth completed a $660 million migration of 37 hospitals to Epic's cloud-hosted EHR, and NHS Trusts deployed cloud-based TeleTracking software for patient flow and bed management. These implementations demonstrate how cloud HIS drives efficiency, reduces wait times, and delivers actionable insights, underscoring its strategic value and growth potential in the global HIS market. Hospital Information System Market - 2025 Snapshot: Dedalus + AWS: Driving cloud migrations and managed EPR services across Europe and beyond. AI-Powered Interoperability: MEDITECH & Google Cloud bring smarter search, summarization, and a strong partner ecosystem to streamline clinical workflows. Voice-First EHRs: Oracle's next-gen AI-enabled platform reduces documentation time, pushing intelligent care into production. Epic's Global Surge: Largest net gain in hospital decisions worldwide in 2024, solidifying international dominance. From Data to Decisions: HIE Transforming Care Health Information Exchange (HIE) enables healthcare organizations to share clinical data securely and electronically, delivering safer, faster, and more patient-centered care. The rapid growth of digital health records and the global shift toward value-based care make seamless data exchange essential for improving outcomes, reducing costs, and enhancing healthcare quality. Interoperability, the ability of systems, applications, and devices to access, exchange, and integrate data, now plays a critical role in coordinated care. Vendors actively develop HIS platforms with open architecture and standardized data formats, while forming partnerships, pursuing mergers, and offering third-party interoperability as a service solution to meet the rising demand for connected, patient-centric healthcare. Global HIS Market: North America Dominates, APAC Surges Ahead North America holds over 40% of the global hospital information system (HIS) market, driven by regulatory pressure for open data, rapid cloud adoption, and strong demand for advanced analytics and AI. Market consolidation is likely around vendors with proven interoperability, cloud capabilities, and validated outcomes, while new entrants focus on specialized and ambulatory segments. Health systems prioritize governance, change management, and turning data into safer, more efficient care over HIS brand alone. The U.S. remains the most influential market, combining deep capital, dense vendor ecosystems, regulatory requirements for interoperability and patient access, and high adoption of analytics, telehealth, and cloud services. Meanwhile, APAC is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.03%, fueled by aging populations, rising incomes, and government-backed digital health initiatives. Hospitals are moving from isolated EMRs to enterprise HIS suites that integrate clinical, administrative, supply chain, and population-health functions, while telemedicine, decision support, and digital workflows continue to drive adoption and efficiency. Hospital Beds Market - Global Outlook & Forecast 2024-2029 Global Clinical Trials Software Market - Focused Insights 2024-2029 What Key Findings Will Our Research Analysis Reveal? What is the growth rate of the global hospital information system (HIS) market? What are the key drivers of the global hospital information system (HIS) market? 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