Only 52% of high-volume government services met standards
A Treasury Board report reveals a decline in federal service performance, with under half of high-volume services meeting internal standards last year. Read the details and analysis.
A Treasury Board report reveals a decline in federal service performance, with under half of high-volume services meeting internal standards last year. Read the details and analysis.
Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor reminds residents that critical mental health and addiction services remain available 24/7 throughout the holiday period, a time of increased stress for many.
Redwood Meadows Emergency Services lost critical equipment in a December 2025 fire. A new fundraising campaign aims to replace gear vital for protecting the Calgary-area community. Learn how you can help.
South Huron families will see the return of before and after school childcare programs next year, a critical service for working parents. Learn about the reinstatement and its impact on the community.
Integrated Power Services (IPS) has agreed to acquire TechPro Power Group, creating a powerhouse with over 2,200 technicians to serve data centers, utilities, and industrial sectors across North America.
The Ottawa Mission celebrates a new group of graduates from its Food Services Training Program, providing skills and hope for a fresh start. Learn about this life-changing initiative.
A new Kin Centre and childcare facility has opened in Lucknow, Ontario, funded by the local LondonCountry festival. The project supports community space and childcare needs.
A fire broke out in the back hall of the Redwood Meadows Emergency Services station. No injuries were reported. The incident highlights risks to critical emergency infrastructure.
York Region Paramedic Services will improve emergency response times by utilizing transit-only lanes, a new initiative announced in December 2025. Learn how this change aims to save lives.
A grandmother's 60-70 hour weekly childcare duty for her grandkids has led to an 8-year intimacy drought, pushing her marriage to the brink of separation. Advice columnist Dear Abby weighs in.
The Lighthouse in Orillia faces a critical funding shortfall, threatening its essential services for the community. Learn about the urgent appeal and how it impacts local support systems.
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
Prairie Harm Reduction says Saskatoon's record-breaking homeless count confirms community services are overextended. The findings highlight a growing crisis in the city.
Ottawa announces updated $1.6 billion child-care agreement with Saskatchewan, representing significant funding increase for affordable childcare across the province.
Saskatchewan has secured a five-year extension of its child-care agreement with the federal government, ensuring continued affordable childcare support for families across the province.
East Preston, Nova Scotia will welcome nearly 50 new child-care spaces in 2025, addressing critical childcare shortages in the community. Learn how this expansion supports local families.
Advocates say Manitoba's promised child care system expansion is falling far behind schedule, calling for a complete overhaul of the current funding framework to address critical shortages.
Tecumseh residents get extended yard waste collection. Learn about the new schedule and how it benefits local homeowners and the environment.
Waterloo Region is expanding affordable childcare with 4,000 new funded spaces by 2026 as waitlists continue to grow. Learn how this initiative addresses the childcare crisis.
Official Languages Commissioner Raymond Theberge expresses serious concerns about federal budget reductions impacting language services across Canada. Learn more about the potential consequences.
Daycare by Design officially opened its doors in Saint John, NB, marking a significant addition to the city's childcare services. Learn about this new facility's impact on local families.
The Charlemagne EarlyON Child and Family Centre in Orléans is closing Nov. 30, the second such closure since September. Families fear a major gap in free early-learning programs. Learn more about the impact.
Millennial parents question if grandparents should receive payment for babysitting. Explore the growing family dynamics debate and its implications for Canadian families.
Ontario's promised $10-a-day childcare remains elusive as federal funding falls short. Learn why the program faces a $2B annual shortfall and reduced access for low-income families.
London councillors express confusion as 535 small businesses and non-profits face blue box collection cancellation starting January 1, 2026. Learn the impacts.
LaSalle calls on Ontario government to resolve police funding disparities affecting municipal services. Learn how this impacts community safety and local budgets.
Brandon residents can now receive real-time snow clearing updates through multiple channels. Learn how the city is improving winter communication and service delivery.
BrightPath Early Learning in Barrie is reviewing serious allegations that an educator assaulted children. The daycare confirms investigation underway amid parent concerns.
Saskatchewan Health Authority launches new alert system for service disruptions. Stay informed about emergency healthcare service changes in your area.
Greater Saskatoon Chamber CEO Jason Aebig urges program and service audits as city faces potential 8.23% property tax increase in 2026. Learn how this affects affordability.