How Toxic Workplaces Damage Your Health and What to Do
Chronic work stress manifests in sleeplessness, headaches, and illness. Experts reveal the signs of a toxic job and actionable steps to protect your well-being.
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Social Media Warning Paradox: Experts Question Effectiveness
As calls for social media warning labels grow in Canada and the U.S., Concordia University researcher Iman Goodarzi explains why the approach is more complex than tobacco or alcohol. Discover the data on our screen time.
Woman hospitalized after Brampton hit-and-run
A female pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run in Brampton. Peel Regional Police are investigating and searching for the fleeing driver. Details on the incident.
Heritage Foundation Calls for U.S. to Prioritize Marriage, Family
The Heritage Foundation's new report urges U.S. policymakers to strengthen marriage and family structures. Discover the conservative think tank's key proposals and their potential impact on social policy.
Police seek suspect in fatal Montreal hit-and-run
Montreal police are searching for a driver and witnesses after a fatal hit-and-run in downtown Montreal killed a man in his 50s. Authorities have released details of a suspect vehicle.
Windsor Crisis Response Team Answers 4,210 Calls in 2025
Windsor's Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team responded to 4,210 calls in 2025, a critical service blending mental health support with policing. Learn about their impact and future.
Friendship: The Secret to a Longer, Healthier Life?
A psychologist reveals how strong social connections boost longevity more than diet and exercise combined, and shares practical tips for making friends as an adult. Listen to the full podcast episode for more.
Pedestrian critically injured in Toronto hit-and-run
A pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run in downtown Toronto. Police are investigating and searching for the fleeing driver. Get the latest details.
Expert Tips to Avoid Post-Vacation Work Stress
Productivity coaches reveal their best strategies for a smooth return to work after a holiday. Learn how to protect your peace and manage your inbox without the overwhelm.
Ottawa City staff back in office 5 days a week
City of Ottawa ends remote work option for employees, requiring a full-time return to the office starting 2026. Federal public servants still await their own return-to-office announcement.
Hit-and-run injures pedestrian in Longueuil, police investigating
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene in Longueuil on Montreal's South Shore. Police are investigating the hit-and-run incident for details.
Hit-and-run injures pedestrian in Montreal's Saint-Leonard
A pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a hit-and-run in Montreal's Saint-Leonard borough. Police are investigating and urging witnesses to come forward.
Ottawa City staff required in office 5 days a week
The City of Ottawa announces a shift to a mandatory five-day in-office work week for employees, with some hybrid flexibility. Details on the new policy effective soon.
Remote work ending for thousands of Canadian workers in 2026
A major shift is coming in 2026 as thousands of public and private sector employees across Canada will see their remote work options end. Learn what this means for the future of work.
Elderly woman killed in Toronto hit-and-run, second driver sought
A 70-year-old woman was killed in a midtown Toronto hit-and-run. One driver, 48, is charged, but police seek a second driver who fled. Call 416-808-1900 with info.
Driver charged in fatal Midtown Toronto hit-and-run
Toronto police have laid charges after a woman in her 80s was fatally struck by two vehicles in a Midtown hit-and-run. Authorities continue to investigate the tragic incident near Yonge and Eglinton.
2025's Key Employment Law Lessons for Canadian Businesses
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt reveals how the balance of power shifted in Canadian workplaces in 2025, with courts siding decisively with employees on termination, remote work, and more.
Dear Abby: Tech Worker's Novelist Dream Stifled by Job
A woman in her early 30s feels trapped in a high-stress tech marketing job, her dream of writing a novel clouded by financial fears and depression. Dear Abby advises a part-time compromise.
Finding Mental Health Stability in a Ramen Shop Job
After a bipolar diagnosis and burnout, a woman finds unexpected peace and acceptance in a mall ramen shop. Her story challenges our ideas about success and work.
Career Expert: Generalists Thrive in Fast-Changing World
Diana MacKay discusses why a generalist approach may be the best career strategy for young Canadians facing rapid change and information overload. Learn how to navigate an unpredictable future.
Legal traps of remote work and how employers can avoid them
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines four disciplined practices for Canadian employers to legally manage remote workers, reassert control, and avoid costly settlements.
What Public Servants Must Watch in 2026
From major job cuts to new AI policies, here are the pivotal issues set to impact federal government employees in Canada during the coming year. Stay informed.
VR Helps Older Adults Build Closer Real-Life Connections
New research reveals how virtual reality experiences are helping seniors combat isolation by sparking conversations and building stronger, real-world social connections. Discover the transformative impact.
Montrealers Work Through Christmas to Keep City Running
While most celebrate, many Montrealers work through Christmas on snow removal, emergency services, and hospital care. Discover the stories behind the essential holiday shift.
Taiwan gets Christmas holiday after 25-year gap
For the first time in a quarter-century, Taiwan has a public holiday on December 25th. Discover the political history behind the date and its impact on workers.
Calgary man re-arrested for break-and-enter a day after release
A Calgary man faces charges for two break-and-enters committed within hours, one day after being released for a similar offence. Police urge holiday security vigilance.
Festivus 2025: Social Media Users Air Grievances
Canadians joined the global 'airing of grievances' for Festivus 2025, targeting high costs, political figures, and institutions. See the top complaints from this secular holiday tradition.
Unplanned Sewer Work Disrupts Kingsville Tuesday
Residents in Kingsville, Ontario, face disruptions as unplanned sewer work begins Tuesday, December 23. Windsor News provides details on the unexpected infrastructure repair.
B.C. developer fined $80K for safety violations
A British Columbia developer faces an $80,000 penalty for serious workplace safety breaches and failing to comply with a stop-work order. Learn the details of the enforcement action.
Vancouver hit-and-run kills elderly woman, driver sought
Vancouver police are searching for a driver who fled after striking and killing an 81-year-old woman on Rupert Street. The vehicle is a dark grey 1990s Volkswagen Golf.
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