A fundraising initiative in Edmonton is working to collect $1 million for an advanced cancer treatment centre, aiming to bring critical care options currently unavailable in Canada to local patients.
A bear cub with severe burns is recovering at a wildlife shelter in northern B.C. after a dramatic rescue. The Northern Lights Wildlife Society is providing critical care.
After six drownings in 2025, Quebec's Lifesaving Society shares critical ice safety tips, including the '1-10-1' survival rule and how to read ice colour and thickness.
A 41-year-old Calgary man faces multiple charges following a joint police and humane society investigation into repeated animal abuse and the theft of a dog from custody.
A 41-year-old Calgary man faces charges following a joint investigation by police and the humane society into multiple alleged animal abuse incidents involving a dog. His court date is set for January.
In his 2025 Christmas broadcast, King Charles III praised unity in diversity and emphasized the critical importance of early cancer detection, a personal priority for the monarch.
The Recovery Kidz Society in B.C. alerts consumers to rising gift card scams. Founder Alexis Root shares crucial tips to protect your money during the festive season. Stay informed and shop safely.
Cynthia Mitchell of Winnipeg fights cholangiocarcinoma, a rare bile duct cancer, and is seeking access to a clinical trial in Texas. Diagnosed in 2021, she remains determined in her battle.
A Canadian journalist's symptoms were dismissed by her OB-GYN, delaying a diagnosis of aggressive stage 3C neuroendocrine cancer. Her story highlights systemic issues in women's healthcare.
Retired champion jockey Eurico Rosa da Silva discovered profound healing through equine therapy after his career. Now, he's helping others find the same peace at Ontario's LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society.
Dozens of Christmas turkey dinners were distributed to clients in Regina on Monday, December 22, 2025, thanks to a partnership with Interpro Pipe + Steel. Read about this community act of kindness.
Music legend Barry Manilow postpones January concerts to undergo surgery for early-stage lung cancer. Get the latest on his health and rescheduled shows.
The future of swimming at Windsor's only public beach, Sand Point, depends on a Lifesaving Society safety audit following a teen's drowning. Will it reopen in 2026?
The Edmonton Radial Railway Society cancels its holiday Christmas Car service due to unexpected mechanical failures. Discover the impact on festive traditions and future plans.
The CityReach Care Society delivered hundreds of essential holiday hampers to families in need across Vancouver on December 21, 2025, spreading festive cheer and support.
A Windsor high school reunion has successfully raised $3,000 for the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation, showcasing community spirit and support for local healthcare. Read more about this heartwarming initiative.
The Toronto Humane Society is looking for a special adopter for Milo and Sky, a bonded pair of affectionate 10-year-old cats. Learn about their personalities and the adoption offer.
A 44-year-old's colon cancer journey highlights a worrying rise in young-onset cases. Experts warn federal research cuts jeopardize life-saving breakthroughs. Learn why screening is crucial.
Alberta Health Services reinstates the cherished bell-ringing ceremony at Edmonton's Cross Cancer Institute after families voiced their concerns. Read the full story of community impact.
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled a lawyer need not swear allegiance to the monarch, citing religious freedom. The decision redefines the legal oath's meaning in Canada.
The federal government has announced a $1.5 million investment in Surrey's Youth Breaking Barriers Gang Prevention Society to expand its critical work steering youth away from gang life through mentorship and outreach. Learn how this funding will impact t
Stephen LeDrew argues that platitudes are insufficient against the rising threat of Islamist terrorism, citing the Bondi Beach attack and calling for concrete action from Canadian leaders.
A new mobile mammography unit will provide critical breast cancer screening services to northern and rural Saskatchewan communities starting in the new year, improving access to early detection.
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
The Edmonton Humane Society achieves a major milestone as the first animal shelter in Western Canada to receive national accreditation. Learn what this means for animal welfare standards in Alberta and beyond.
Alberta Health Services quietly halts the celebratory bell-ringing ceremony for pediatric cancer patients finishing treatment. Critics call the move insensitive and nonsensical.
The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society launches 'Helping Paws,' a free mobile veterinary clinic serving low-income households to prevent deadly parvovirus outbreaks. Read how this initiative brings critical care to doorsteps.
The PREP Society in Calgary received a special donation of 15 dolls representing children with Down syndrome from Bee You Kids, promoting inclusion and representation.
Alberta Health Services has discontinued the bell-ringing ceremony for pediatric cancer patients in remission. The decision, made for safety, has left families like Myla Dye-Wilson's heartbroken.
The Grieving Parents Society of Edmonton held a poignant candlelight ceremony on December 7, 2025, to remember children who have died. The event brings community support to bereaved families.