Karen Reimer urges Canadians to drive sober this holiday season, sharing her grief after her 24-year-old daughter was killed by an impaired driver on May 1, 2022. Her story is a powerful reminder of the consequences.
Karen Reimer, whose daughter was killed by an impaired driver in 2022, urges Canadians to plan a safe ride home this holiday season. Her story is a tragic reminder of the consequences of driving under the influence.
A man was arrested and faces charges after attempting to evade a RIDE program checkstop in Newcastle, fleeing on foot through a field. Police helicopter video captured the incident.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving urges Canadians to plan for sober rides this holiday season. Learn about the risks and how to ensure a safe journey home.
A teenage boy reported missing in Winnipeg has been located safe and sound by the RCMP. Get the full details on the successful search and recovery operation.
Parishioners at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Toronto discovered an abandoned newborn in a shoebox. The mother has been located, and both are receiving care. Learn about safe surrender laws in Canada.
Ontario Provincial Police report a driver attempted to avoid a RIDE check in northwestern Ontario. Read the latest on this impaired driving enforcement incident.
Ottawa Police report 8 drivers charged during recent Festive RIDE program checks. Stay informed on holiday road safety enforcement in the capital.
The number of migrants seeking asylum at a key Quebec border crossing has fallen sharply, with more being sent back to the U.S. under stricter enforcement. Explore the data and the policy debate.
Two Sudbury drivers, already under suspension, were arrested for impaired driving in separate RIDE checks just days before Christmas. Learn the details of the incidents and the charges they now face.
An 86-year-old man reported missing in Ottawa on Sunday morning has been located safe and sound, according to police. Read the latest update on the successful search.
Thinking of selling your home in 2026? Use the holiday break to tackle simple preparation tasks. Ottawa journalist Adam Beauchemin shares actionable tips for homeowners.
A professional contractor warns Canadians about common holiday decorating mistakes that risk fire, water damage, and structural harm. Learn how to celebrate safely.
Damian Hudson found guilty of second-degree murder for the 2023 fatal shooting of Karolina Huebner-Makurat, a mother of two, near a safe consumption site. The jury rejected his self-defence claim.
A Toronto man has been found guilty of murder for a 2025 shooting outside a Leslieville consumption site that killed a bystander, Karolina Huebner-Makurat. The verdict brings closure to a tragic case of community violence.
A Mississauga man subject to a lifetime driving ban was arrested after allegedly fleeing a RIDE stop and refusing a breath sample. Peel Police detail the incident and charges.
New, stricter penalties for impaired drivers are coming to Ontario in 2026. Learn about the changes and how they aim to enhance road safety across the province.
Essex County recorded the highest number of impaired driving charges during Ontario's 2025 Festive RIDE campaign. Learn the details and why police urge vigilance.
Montreal police's hate crimes unit is investigating after an Uber driver was threatened with a knife. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for ride-share operators in the city.
The Alberta government has pledged to shut down the supervised consumption site at Calgary's Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre next year. Learn more about the decision and its implications.
Ottawa Police have charged two novice drivers with impaired-related offences following RIDE spot checks. Learn the details of the incidents and the legal consequences.
Amazon offers a limited-time Lightning Deal: get $100 in Lyft ride credits for just $85. This 15% discount is a practical gift for non-drivers, travel, or late-night rides. Credits never expire.
The UN nuclear watchdog reports a drone strike has damaged the Chernobyl containment structure, raising radiation risks. Read the latest on this critical environmental threat.
Windsor police issued 70 tickets during a Friday night RIDE program. The initiative aims to keep roads safe by deterring impaired driving. Read the full details of the enforcement results.
Ontario Provincial Police report a decrease in impaired driving charges during the second week of the annual holiday RIDE campaign. Stay informed on road safety this season.
Essex County recorded the highest number of impaired driving charges in Ontario's West Region, according to recent police data. Community leaders call the trend 'just so sad' as enforcement continues.
A Toronto model reports being forced from an Uber late at night after the driver refused to transport a Jewish person. Uber has apologized, calling discrimination 'unacceptable.'
A multi-hour closure of Highway 69 in Northern Ontario ended safely after police resolved an incident. The dog involved was later found resting in a hotel bed. Get the full story.
British Columbia introduces a new rule requiring a witness for individuals using prescribed safer supply drugs. Learn about the policy aimed at preventing overdose deaths.
Federal government commits to introducing First Nations clean water legislation in spring 2026. AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak highlights key priorities for Indigenous communities.