Gardening expert Brian Minter highlights how hardy willow varieties, like corkscrew and pussy willows, provide texture, beauty, and food for pollinators during Canada's coldest months. Discover low-maintenance winter gardening tips.
The family of Mary Dyson is pleading for public help after the Kamloops, B.C., woman was last seen on December 23, 2025, with no contact over the holidays. Authorities are investigating.
Discover the three types of holiday cacti you can grow indoors for vibrant winter colour. Learn how to trigger their blooms with specific light and temperature conditions.
Ontario Provincial Police are asking for the public's assistance following a series of break-ins in northwestern Ontario. Police remind residents to secure vehicles and homes.
Calgary police are investigating two sexual assaults near Chinook LRT station on Dec. 13. They seek dashcam footage and ask the public for help identifying the suspect.
A new report reveals a mental health crisis among Canadian students. Family physician Dr. Vera Kohut shares crucial tips for parents on how to offer support and help their children manage stress.
Calgary father and son Paul and Mac Hughes prepare for their fourth Christmas in war-torn Ukraine, bringing toys and hope to displaced children near Kharkiv. Read their story of resilience.
A Grade 8 student in Montreal is making a difference by donating her time and meals to the city's homeless population through her initiative, Operation Hot Meals. Discover her inspiring story.
A Winnipeg community rallied to free a fire truck stuck in deep snow after a major winter storm slammed southern Manitoba, causing widespread disruptions.
A Windsor man's personal dislike for the cold has inspired a major coat collection campaign, with 1,000 winter coats set for distribution this week to help those in need survive the winter.
Garden columnist Helen Chesnut shares her proven strategies for finding and working with a great gardener. Learn how to source help through word-of-mouth and garden centres.
The Salvation Army's Christmas Assistance Program continues in London, Ontario, providing essential support to families in need during the holiday season. Learn about the community effort.
Discover how to select and care for amaryllis plants to bring vibrant colour and a spring-like feeling to your Canadian home this winter. Expert tips from gardener Penka Matanska.
LetPot's SS-Pro Smart Seed Starter, an all-in-one automated germination system, launches globally on Kickstarter after a successful prototype debut. It solves common gardening pains with AI-controlled light and heat.
Gardening expert Helen Chesnut offers step-by-step advice for saving your begonia tubers through the winter. Learn the timing and methods for successful storage in Canada's coastal climate.
London Police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a male suspect connected to the Best Defence Conference protest. A separate wanted suspect has turned herself in.
Gardening expert Brian Minter shares his top poinsettia varieties for Christmas 2025, from versatile 'Pixie' plants to multi-bloom value picks, perfect for Canadian holiday decorating and gifting.
Canadian gardening expert warns against fall pruning as it weakens trees during harsh winters. Learn proper timing and techniques for apple and crabapple trees.
Discover Sun Dipper, the tall, slender staking tomato with exceptional flavour that's winning over Canadian gardeners. Learn how to grow this unique variety for your summer garden.
Get a head start on your spring garden projects. The Essex Region Conservation Authority is offering grants to support community greening initiatives across Windsor-Essex.
Serenity Renewal for Families celebrates four decades of supporting individuals and families affected by addiction in Ottawa. Learn about their vital community work.
Lethbridge police are asking for public assistance to identify a suspect in a Saturday night robbery at a north side business. Help investigators solve this case.
Over 50,000 Ottawans gathered for the annual Help Santa Toy Parade on November 22, 2025, celebrating holiday spirit along a brand-new route through downtown Ottawa.
Ottawa's beloved Help Santa Toy Parade returns with holiday magic and a brand-new route for 2025. Discover the festive changes and what to expect this season.
Canadian gardening expert explains the real reasons grass struggles under spruce trees and offers practical landscaping solutions for Canadian homeowners.
Learn when and how to divide bearded irises for optimal growth and flowering. Expert gardening advice for Canadian gardeners facing disappointing blooms.
Windsor clarifies bylaw rules, permitting Street Help to continue using portable wheelchair ramp after initial confusion over legality. Accessibility prevails.
Windsor's Street Help can continue using their portable wheelchair ramp after city officials clarified bylaw rules. The organization had been told the ramp was illegal.
Discover Brian Minter's expert tips for transforming your porch pots with vibrant winter colour and festive greenery. Create a natural, spirit-lifting display that lasts from late fall until spring.
Life After Fifty members hand-knit hundreds of winter items for Windsor's Homelessness and Housing Help Hub, showcasing community compassion and active senior contributions.