Researchers have recently examined the geographic variability of the vulnerability of populations to earthquakes. These studies focus mainly on the complex modelling of geophysical processes or identification of socio-economically disadvantaged populations. However, no studies to date have...

Objectives To develop and apply a population isolation model to define the appropriate level of maternity service for rural communities in British Columbia, Canada.Methods Iterative, mathematical model development supported by extensive multi-methods research in 23 rural and isolated communities...

Implemented in 2004 by the Canadian government, the Compassionate Care Benefit (CCB) program aims to provide income assistance and job security to caregivers who decide to take temporary leave from their employment to care for a terminally ill family member at risk of dying. Reports have cited...