Dr. Louis Francescutti, an Edmonton emergency physician, takes the helm at the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, aiming to tackle the root causes of addiction impacting Canada's healthcare system.
London's Grand Theatre extends its 'Frozen' run, creating more fundraising opportunities for the London Business Cares Food Drive. A heartwarming holiday initiative.
The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation launches a special 50/50 raffle to raise crucial funds for food banks across Alberta during the holiday season. Learn how you can participate and help.
Purolator donates a retired delivery vehicle to Edmonton's Food Bank, bolstering logistics for holiday food drives. The gift aids community support during the winter season.
Health Canada announces a recall of several prepackaged food items from Inspired Go due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers are urged to check their products.
The UHC – Hub of Opportunities in Windsor provided 700 holiday food hampers this week, highlighting the growing reliance on food banks. CEO June Muir discusses the rising demand and community support.
Don't let foodborne illness ruin your holidays. Get essential food safety advice from Dr. Paul to keep your festive meals safe and enjoyable for everyone.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for PeelNuts in Ontario due to possible salmonella contamination. Consumers are urged not to eat the product.
London's Business Cares Food Drive exceeded its 2024 fundraising total in 2025, supporting the local food bank. Community effort proves resilient against economic headwinds.
Volunteers at the Regina Food Bank are assembling meals and hampers to support over 3,000 local families this holiday season. Discover how the community is coming together.
A year after declaring emergencies, cities across Ontario continue to grapple with severe food insecurity. Learn about the ongoing crisis and its impact on communities.
The annual Edgar Burton Food Drive in Sudbury has grown into one of Ontario's largest, demonstrating community strength. Read about this inspiring local initiative.
Lionhearts Inc., supported by Gateway Church and Halal Food Bank, opens a London warehouse to rescue surplus food and goods, tackling waste and supporting the community. Learn how this initiative makes a difference.
Ontario's police watchdog will not lay charges against Windsor officers after a man suffered a broken nose during an arrest. The SIU concluded the use of force was legally justified.
The SIU has cleared Barrie police officers after a custody altercation left a man with a broken nose. The ruling, citing justified force, was released on December 16, 2025.
Students at École St. Augustin formed a remarkable human chain to deliver food donations, addressing a critical 30% surge in demand at the Garson Food Bank. Read about this inspiring act of community support.
A community initiative led by students from James Hamblin School and local businesses has successfully donated over 4,000 pounds of food to the Qu'Appelle food bank, showcasing powerful local support.
The Hobby Spot & QCB in Leduc is motivating the community with a major food drive, aiming to collect 20,000 items for the local food bank by Saturday, December 20, 2025.
The Business Cares Food Drive in London is in its final week. Learn about this crucial community effort to support local food banks before the campaign concludes.
The Calgary Food Bank has launched a new downtown location modeled after a grocery store, allowing clients to choose their own food using a points system. The pilot project aims to address urban food insecurity with dignity and autonomy. Learn how this in
The Calgary Food Bank has officially launched a new downtown facility to provide more accessible food support to residents in need. Learn more about this vital community expansion.
A contentious application for a gravel pit near Goderich, Ont. is proceeding to mediation. The proposal has faced significant local opposition, marked by protest signs in the community.
San Diego officials are considering a $30 million settlement for the family of Konoa Wilson, a Black teen fatally shot by police in January 2025. The case has sparked significant debate over police use of force.
Canada's Food Price Report 2026 forecasts a 4-6% increase, costing a family of four $17,571. Expert analysis reveals a structural, long-term affordability crisis driven by a 'missing middle' in food manufacturing.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, known as 'scromiting,' is increasing. Learn about this severe condition linked to long-term marijuana use, its symptoms, and the urgent health warning for Canadians.
The B.C. government has released new clinical guidance for physicians to improve mental health and substance-use care for young people across the province. Learn about the key changes.
Anthem Properties has finalized a joint venture to develop two mixed-use rental towers in Vancouver's Cambie Corridor and Mount Pleasant, adding 293 rental homes by 2028.
A new report reveals a surge in Manitoba families with children turning to food banks due to soaring living costs. Explore the growing crisis of food insecurity in the province.
A new report reveals a sharp increase in Manitoba families with children seeking help from food banks due to rising living costs. Explore the growing crisis of food insecurity in the province.
A new public dashboard in Ontario provides real-time insights into community drug use through wastewater analysis. Discover the data and its implications for public health policy.