A new women's warming centre has opened in Saskatoon's Riversdale neighbourhood just before Christmas, despite significant concerns raised by local businesses and residents about transparency and location.
A woman from Guelph is in custody after an alleged assault at a local bus shelter. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred as winter weather grips the region.
Toronto city council votes to reimburse a consultant sued over an Etobicoke shelter plan, as a residents' group fights the project and councillors trade accusations of 'hate' for the homeless.
A man in his 70s was rushed to hospital after a vehicle struck a bus shelter in Etobicoke. Toronto police are investigating the incident. Read the latest details.
Prince William continues his mother's charitable work, bringing his son Prince George to the same London homeless shelter he first visited with Princess Diana in 1993. A powerful moment of legacy.
A shelter-in-place order in Welland, Ontario, was lifted Saturday morning after police arrested a male suspect following an officer-involved shooting and day-long standoff. Get the latest details.
A Niagara police officer was shot, prompting an ongoing standoff in Welland. Residents on Plymouth Road are under a shelter-in-place order as the situation continues.
A CNESST investigation reveals fatal 2023 accident occurred due to a complete lack of safety protocols, training, and qualified supervision on a Montreal North construction site. Read the shocking findings.
A new report details the lack of training and safety equipment for temporary foreign workers before a fatal workplace collapse in Montreal. Read the investigation's findings.
The City of Edmonton has prolonged its extreme weather response beyond the Christmas holiday to protect vulnerable residents from dangerous cold. Learn about the vital services and warming spaces available.
Niagara police urge residents to shelter in place after a reported shooting near Plymouth Rd. and Lincoln St. in Welland. Schools and the local hospital are in lockdown.
Niagara police have issued a shelter-in-place order for a Welland neighbourhood following a reported shooting. Residents are urged to stay indoors as the investigation continues.
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Winnipeg's Main Street Project shelter is filling up quickly as a severe winter storm forces people indoors. The blizzard has caused highway closures and power outages across Manitoba.
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
BC Housing opens 20 temporary overnight shelter beds at Coquitlam's former Riverview Hospital site for three winter months, with shuttle service from three Tri-Cities locations.
Windsor's Downtown Mission served a festive holiday meal to hundreds, offering warmth and community as food costs surge and shelter demand hits record highs. Read how the community supports its most vulnerable.
A 30-year-old man faces charges after online threats prompted shelter-in-place orders at schools in the Montreal area, including Howard S. Billings in Chateauguay. Get the latest details.
The Edmonton Humane Society achieves a major milestone as the first animal shelter in Western Canada to receive national accreditation. Learn what this means for animal welfare standards in Alberta and beyond.
Frances Elaine Campione, convicted of drowning her two young daughters in Barrie in 2006, has been granted escorted temporary absences from prison by the Parole Board of Canada. Read the details.
Canada's population fell by 76,068 in Q3 2025, the first quarterly drop since COVID-19. The decline is driven by fewer foreign students and workers. Read the full analysis.
Vancouver council has approved a controversial plan allowing towers up to 32 storeys in the Downtown Eastside while reducing the mandated percentage of shelter-rate housing units.
Stratford is launching its first overnight warming centre at the Connections Centre to provide a safe, warm space for those in need during the cold winter months. Learn about the opening and its importance.
Alberta's updated wetland policy exempts low-impact farming on temporary wetlands, welcomed by agricultural groups but criticized by the Alberta Wilderness Association. New rules take effect in 2025.
Youth Haven Canada has revealed its new emergency shelter on Wellington St. East in Barrie, providing critical support for at-risk youth. Get the details on this vital community resource.
The City of Timmins faces fierce criticism for selecting a former sawmill site as a permanent remote homeless encampment. Residents voice safety concerns as officials defend the controversial decision.
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada commends Montrealers for donating sleeping bags and gloves after her urgent call for help as temperatures plunge below -20°C with wind chill.
Montreal's Chez Doris shelter announces new emergency winter resources to protect vulnerable women from the cold. Learn how the community can support this vital initiative.
Shelter Nova Scotia's CEO discusses their Holiday Wish List initiative, aiming to support vulnerable individuals in local communities during the festive season. Learn how you can contribute.
The Ottawa Humane Society is asking for pet food donations ahead of the holidays to support animals in its care. Learn how you can help during Giving Week.