A city-funded street cleaning program in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside gathered 26,700 used needles and 17,400 bags of litter in 2025. The $3 million contract with Mission Possible is recommended to continue.
An estimated 17,000 demonstrators gathered across downtown Vancouver on January 18, 2026, in a significant public protest. Police were present as crowds converged on key locations like the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Local business owners in Gravenhurst, Ontario, are advocating for a downtown revival, citing a lack of attractions and retail options. Learn about their vision for the future.
Iranians in Montreal held a demonstration on January 17, 2025, to protest the deadly government crackdown in Iran. Get the full story on the local rally and its global context.
Residents of Waterloo, Ontario, gathered to show solidarity with ongoing protests in Iran. The demonstration highlights the global diaspora's support for change.
Vancouver police deploy extra officers as thousands gather downtown for protests against U.S. policies and the killing of demonstrators in Iran. Get the latest details.
Police prepare for large-scale demonstrations in downtown Vancouver this Saturday. Organizers expect thousands to gather at various locations. Stay informed on traffic and safety updates.
Iranian exiles across Europe hold emotional demonstrations, condemning the government's violent suppression of nationwide protests. A story of grief and defiance.
Healthcare professionals in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside are calling on the local health authority to reopen a specialized wound care clinic, citing a critical need for the vulnerable community.
Alberta Parks and Friends of Kananaskis host their annual Winter Safety Day this Sunday. Learn critical survival skills, see a mock avalanche rescue, and prepare for winter's unique challenges in the backcountry.
A protester in Berlin lit a cigarette from a burning photo of Iran's Supreme Leader, creating a powerful symbol of defiance. The act occurred during a demonstration supporting mass protests in Iran.
A dramatic proposal for Vancouver's former Army & Navy site includes two towers and 738 rental homes, despite breaking city policies. Read the details and community reaction.
Protesters with ties to Palestine Action have ended their weeks-long hunger strike in the U.K. The action, supported by demonstrations, highlights ongoing international activism. Read the full story.
Vancouver Police are investigating a violent daytime attack on a fast-food employee who refused a customer's demand for a free item. The incident highlights risks faced by service workers.
Iranians in Ottawa demonstrate at the U.S. Embassy, calling for American intervention as the death toll from a violent crackdown on protests in Iran climbs. Full coverage of the January 13, 2026, event.
Vancouver police ask for public help to find a white Range Rover involved in a fatal December hit-and-run on East Hastings. It's one of three unsolved cases since late November.
Hundreds of French farmers protested at Parliament with tractors, demanding better incomes and opposing the EU-Mercosur trade deal. Get the latest details on the demonstration.
Premier David Eby's vow to revitalize Vancouver's Downtown Eastside suffers a major setback with the closure of the London Drugs anchor store, despite repeated warnings from business leaders about safety and losses.
A man is under arrest after allegedly driving a U-Haul truck into a crowd at an anti-Iranian regime demonstration in Los Angeles. Get the latest details on this shocking incident.
The iconic West Georgia Street hotel reopens as Sandman Signature Vancouver Downtown following a full-property transformation, offering 303 upgraded rooms and enhanced amenities ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A truck drove through an anti-Iran demonstration in Los Angeles, leading to an attack on the driver. The incident highlights tensions amid global protests. Read the latest details.
Iranian-Canadians in Saskatchewan gathered at the legislature on Jan. 10, 2026, to support anti-government protests in Iran. Read about their call for freedom and international solidarity.
A U-Haul truck drove into a crowded protest against the Iranian regime in Los Angeles. Two people were evaluated by paramedics. Police issued a dispersal order.
Eight individuals were arrested at a tense demonstration in downtown Toronto, with three facing assault charges against police. The incident follows a dangerous truck event at a related protest in Los Angeles.
Toronto police arrested eight individuals during a volatile downtown demonstration. Three face charges for allegedly assaulting officers. Get the latest details on the incident.
Thousands gathered in Montreal on January 10, 2026, to rally against Iran's regime, echoing global solidarity with protesters facing a brutal crackdown. Read the full story.
A wave of street disorder and crime is forcing businesses to close across Canada. New data reveals nearly 20% of retailers say their survival is unsustainable. Read the full analysis.
London Drugs is closing its store in Vancouver's Woodwards building, citing safety and operational challenges. The retailer is the latest business to leave the Downtown Eastside development.
Vancouver's Lapu-Lapu Day festival is set to return in 2026 with a focus on community healing, following a deadly SUV attack at the 2025 event. The community looks to rebuild and remember.
London Drugs will permanently close its Downtown Eastside Vancouver store on February 1, 2025, citing persistent safety incidents and unsustainable financial losses. Read the full story.