Maine Fishermen's Sea Hash Discovery Unravels a Smuggling Past
A writer's journey from a rural Maine childhood to uncovering a forgotten drug smuggling history along the coast, reshaping her understanding of home and class. Discover the full story.
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B.C. program helps parents boost kids' social-emotional skills
A new free online series from B.C. health experts helps parents build children's social-emotional health at home, responding to a record-high decline in developmental readiness among kindergarteners.
Alberta RCMP Focus on Rural Policing Needs for 2026
Alberta RCMP's commanding officer, Deputy Commissioner Trevor Daroux, outlines plans to better address the changing public safety requirements of rural communities in the coming year. Learn about the new priorities.
Measles Outbreak Worsens Amid Vaccine Policy Review
As the U.S. faces its largest measles outbreak since 1991, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. considers aligning vaccine schedules with Denmark. Public health experts warn of risks.
Rural Manitoba ERs Face Holiday Staffing Shortages
Doctors Manitoba warns of severe doctor shortages in rural emergency rooms during the holidays, urging residents to plan ahead. Learn which communities are affected.
Alberta's new police funding model strains small towns
Small Alberta municipalities face rising RCMP costs under a new provincial funding model, with their share set to increase from 22% to 30% over five years, sparking financial concerns.
Final Walk-In Clinic in Huron-Perth Closing This Month
The South Huron Medical Centre's weekend walk-in clinic in Exeter, Ont. will shut down on Dec. 29, 2025. This closure marks the end of accessible after-hours care in the region, raising concerns for residents.
Mobile Breast Cancer Screening Unit Coming to Rural Sask.
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.
Ontario's New Kindergarten Curriculum Explained
Ontario has introduced a revised kindergarten curriculum. Learn about the key changes, their goals for early learning, and what they mean for families across the province.
Alberta to trial 120 km/h speed limit on highways
Alberta will launch a controlled trial of a 120 km/h speed limit on select rural divided highways in the new year, following strong public support. Learn which roads are affected.
Vaccine Policy Reversal Sparks Family Planning Fears
A CDC committee's vote to roll back the universal Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns has parents, including a Canadian educator, fearing for children's health and reconsidering family size. Read her powerful plea.
Gangs recruiting younger youth in Quebec, researcher finds
A Quebec researcher reveals street gangs are targeting younger children, often with trauma histories. Learn about the findings and the urgent call for intervention.
Evan Leversage's Legacy Lives On 10 Years After His Death
Ten years after losing his battle with brain cancer, Evan Leversage's spirit continues to inspire his community in St. George, Ontario. Discover how his memory brings light and hope.
U.S. Panel Votes to Delay Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine
A federal vaccine committee, now led by skeptics, voted to halt guidance for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination. Public health experts warn this could lead to thousands of preventable infections and dangerous confusion.
Jodie Foster's Traumatic Childhood Dog Tragedy Revealed
Jodie Foster opens up about a horrific childhood memory involving her puppy's death, which she secretly believed was a 'Faustian bargain' for her early fame. Discover how it shaped her life and career.
Ottawa child-care deal extended, $10-a-day spaces still scarce
The City of Ottawa has extended its child-care funding agreement, yet families continue to wait for affordable $10-a-day spots and more spaces. Learn about the ongoing challenges and what it means for parents.
Sask. NDP bill requires notification for rural ER doctor shortages
Saskatchewan's NDP introduces legislation mandating public alerts when rural emergency rooms lack physician coverage. Learn about the proposed bill and its implications for healthcare transparency.
Rural Councillors Reject Battery Storage System Rezoning
Ottawa's rural committee rejects rezoning farmland for a controversial battery energy storage system. Proponents cite clean energy needs, while residents fear risks. Read the full story.
Rural Republicans Push Back on Trump's AI Data Centre Expansion
U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to fast-track AI data centre construction is meeting fierce opposition in Republican heartlands over farmland loss and soaring utility costs. Read the full story.
Quebec child-care workers protest religious symbols ban
Quebec child-care unions demand a moratorium on the expanded religious symbols ban, warning it targets Muslim women, worsens labour shortages, and harms inclusivity.
Saskatchewan child-care funding increases to $1.6B
Ottawa announces updated $1.6 billion child-care agreement with Saskatchewan, representing significant funding increase for affordable childcare across the province.
Saskatchewan signs 5-year child-care agreement extension
Saskatchewan has secured a five-year extension of its child-care agreement with the federal government, ensuring continued affordable childcare support for families across the province.
50 New Child-Care Spaces Opening in East Preston
East Preston, Nova Scotia will welcome nearly 50 new child-care spaces in 2025, addressing critical childcare shortages in the community. Learn how this expansion supports local families.
Transcona residents oppose 1,300-acre development
Winnipeg's Transcona residents fear losing their rural lifestyle as a massive 1,300-acre development proposal threatens their community's character. Learn about the concerns.
Landlords Support Bill 60, Rural Water Tax Issues Raised
Ontario landlords welcome Bill 60 reforms to Residential Tenancies Act, citing improved landlord-tenant balance. Rural residents voice concerns over Ottawa water tax implementation without support.
Manitoba child care expansion lagging, advocates demand change
Advocates say Manitoba's promised child care system expansion is falling far behind schedule, calling for a complete overhaul of the current funding framework to address critical shortages.
Bullet hits grader in RM of Alexander, mayor concerned
Rural Manitoba municipality remains on edge after a bullet struck a municipal grader in what officials call a threatening incident. Learn about the community's safety concerns.
Waterloo Region adding 4,000 childcare spaces by 2026
Waterloo Region is expanding affordable childcare with 4,000 new funded spaces by 2026 as waitlists continue to grow. Learn how this initiative addresses the childcare crisis.
Manitoba puts millions toward rural water upgrades
Manitoba announces significant funding for rural water and wastewater system improvements across the province. Learn how this investment will impact communities.
New Saint John daycare celebrates grand opening
Daycare by Design officially opened its doors in Saint John, NB, marking a significant addition to the city's childcare services. Learn about this new facility's impact on local families.
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