Two Wheel View in Calgary uses bicycles to teach life skills to vulnerable youth. As child poverty rises across Canada, the need for such programs is more urgent than ever. Support the Calgary Christmas Fund.
Two single mothers in Surrey reveal how school programs like Wraparound and Adopt-A-School provide essential food and support, as their incomes fall far short of rent and living expenses. A fundraiser aims to raise $25,000.
Discover the story of SUNshine Girl Carmen, a hospitality student with a passion for languages and a dream to work at Disneyland. Explore her journey and aspirations.
A University of Regina student from Ukraine faces academic disruption as visa processing delays prevent him from writing final exams. Learn about the impact on international students.
Economist Bjorn Lomborg argues that 12 targeted projects costing US$35 billion could outperform the UN's $10 trillion Sustainable Development Goals. Discover the data-driven priorities for 2026.
The City of Kitchener is preparing to hire more than 200 students for temporary summer positions in 2026. Applications open soon for these valuable work experience opportunities.
An 18-year-old student was fatally stabbed in the parking lot of Portage Collegiate Institute. Police are investigating the tragic incident that has shaken the Manitoba community.
With a provincial affordability fund cancelled, Vancouver's Adopt-A-School campaign is a critical lifeline for families struggling with food and clothing, helping ensure children attend school daily.
Chilliwack resident Jennifer Gore books time off work to volunteer with the Province's Empty Stocking Fund, creating personalized holiday hampers for thousands of children in the Fraser Valley.
As Nova Scotia prepares to raise its minimum wage, an advocate argues a guaranteed basic income is essential to address widespread suffering. Learn about the push for systemic change.
Vancouver's Indigenous education leader David Delorme requests $20,000 from Adopt-A-School to provide emergency support for families, breaking cycles of poverty and trauma to boost student success.
A new report warns Ontario's food banks are overwhelmed by surging demand driven by rising poverty. Learn about the crisis and its impact on communities.
The City of Windsor is now accepting applications for its 2026 Summer Student Lottery, offering valuable municipal job opportunities. Apply by the deadline for a chance to gain work experience.
Feed Ontario's 2025 Hunger Report reveals over 1 million people relied on food banks last year, signaling a looming crisis in homelessness, healthcare, and community stability. Immediate action is urged.
Ontario universities confront significant revenue losses following federal cap on international students. Learn how this policy impacts higher education funding across Canada.
The Ottawa Food Bank's 2025 report reveals a 101% surge in visits since 2019. While a testament to community support, its efficiency may be reducing government urgency to tackle poverty directly.
A new national report reveals Canada's affordability crisis is creating a hidden crisis for youth in low-income communities, intensifying academic and mental health challenges.
As the Gazette Christmas Fund launches, we examine the difficult choices Montrealers on low incomes face with a $125 holiday cheque. Discover the real cost of gifts, food, and bills.
A new interactive installation at Southcentre Mall reveals the hidden struggles of Calgarians facing poverty and the affordability crisis. Discover how you can help this Giving Tuesday.
Former Missouri substitute teacher Carissa Jane Smith receives a 10-year prison sentence for paying underage students cash, drugs, and alcohol in exchange for sexual acts.
West Island Mission in Montreal reports increasing numbers of poverty-stricken families seeking assistance as food insecurity becomes more severe in the region.
University of Prince Edward Island campus food bank records dramatic 60% increase in student visits between 2022-2024 as living costs skyrocket. Learn how students are coping.
Yale Secondary in Abbotsford struggles to support impoverished students after the B.C. government cut its $20-million student affordability fund. Help is needed.
Montreal police investigate vandalism at Royal West Academy after student suspended for Instagram posts critical of Israel. Mother condemns destructive actions.
Regina Public Schools and Catholic Schools partner with Regina Minor Football to create innovative football academy program for local high school students in Saskatchewan.
Pro-Palestinian student strikes at McGill University result in minimal class cancellations as the university warns of sanctions for rule violations. Learn about the demands and campus response.
Oxfam report reveals G20 billionaires could end global poverty with just one year's earnings. Learn how wealth inequality affects poverty solutions worldwide.
Oilfields High School students in Diamond Valley are getting practical agricultural education through hands-on vertical farming. Discover how this innovative approach enhances learning.
Alberta Teachers' Association president Jason Schilling warns new pronoun policy could damage crucial teacher-student relationships. Learn how this affects education in Alberta.
A new Calgary study investigates how government policies and benefit programs are impacting Canadians living in poverty. Discover the findings and what they mean for future support.