Canadian Seniors Struggle with Surgery Recovery
A new study reveals troubling numbers of Canadian seniors face difficult recoveries after surgery. Learn about the risks and patient experiences.
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Study: Many Canadian seniors struggle after surgery
New research reveals alarming post-operative recovery challenges for Canadian seniors. Learn about the risks and what families need to know about surgical outcomes for elderly patients.
Health Canada's drug crisis response lacks urgency: advocate
Jeremy Kalicum, co-founder of DULF, expresses shock at Health Canada's slow response to the overdose crisis. Read about the fight for a safe drug supply in Vancouver.
Regina Support Staff Demand More School Funding
Educational support workers in Regina rallied at the legislature demanding increased funding for schools. Learn about their concerns and the impact on Saskatchewan's education system.
Saskatoon homeless population surges to nearly 2,000
Saskatoon faces growing homelessness crisis as numbers jump by 400 to nearly 2,000 residents. City officials declare emergency situation requiring urgent action.
Quebec senior care crisis worsens as needs skyrocket
Quebec faces a growing senior care crisis with support needs set to surge dramatically. Learn about the current challenges and what's needed to address this urgent situation.
Montreal leader questions Legault's immigration stance
Projet Montréal's interim leader Ericka Alneus expresses discomfort with Premier Legault linking immigration to homelessness. Read about the political debate over Montreal's housing crisis.
Senior safely escapes North Bay house fire Sunday
An elderly man narrowly escaped a house fire in North Bay Sunday evening. Fire crews responded to Cedar Heights Road around 6:30 PM. Read the full story.
Timmins opens peer-led mutual aid health site
Timmins' DIY Community Health mutual aid center officially opens, offering peer-led support and crisis outreach through volunteers and donations. Learn how this initiative helps the community.
B.C. man gains trust of grumpy elderly flamingo
Travis Budgeon, a horticulturalist at Butterfly Gardens, forms unique bond with elderly flamingo, becoming its emotional support person. Read this heartwarming story.
Winnipeg-Kenora housing crisis: 1,600 units short
The Winnipeg-Kenora region faces a severe housing deficit exceeding 1,600 units amid soaring rental costs and rising homelessness. Learn how this crisis is impacting communities.
Medicine Hat Radio Host Fights Brain Tumor, Needs Help
Longtime Medicine Hat broadcaster Kim Johnston faces debilitating health crisis as community rallies. Rural Albertans speak out about healthcare challenges. Support grows for local radio personality.
Alberta healthcare workers need more drug crisis support
New Parkland Institute report reveals Alberta's drug poisoning crisis severely impacts healthcare workers, with 69% reporting work changes and 50% facing emotional abuse. Frontline staff need better support.
New Push to Find Missing Manitoulin Island Woman
Manitoulin Island police release new video and missing persons poster in ongoing search for Juanita Migwans, missing since 2024. Help bring her home.
Canada's First COMPASS Station Opens in Windsor
Windsor unveils groundbreaking COMPASS Station network along riverfront for drowning prevention and crisis support. Learn how this innovative system enhances water safety.
Elderly B.C. men sentenced for child sex crimes
Two men in their 80s from British Columbia face prison for severe child sexual offenses, including historic abuse by a teacher and possession of thousands of child abuse images. Learn the disturbing details.
Elderly Toronto woman killed in 'cowardly' arson attack
Toronto Police confirm 84-year-old Giovanna Balestrieri was victim of deliberate arson. Homicide investigation underway as suspect caught on video fleeing scene.
Annex fire ruled homicide after elderly woman dies
Toronto police confirm weekend Yorkville fire that killed elderly woman was homicide. Investigation ongoing as authorities seek answers in 'cowardly' act.
Elderly B.C. Man Missing on Grouse Mountain - Search Underway
Surrey Police Service leads urgent search for Won Kil Kim, 84, last seen at Grouse Mountain on November 17, 2025. Public asked to report any sightings immediately.
Yorkville fire ruled homicide after elderly woman dies
Toronto police confirm the Yorkville house fire that killed an elderly woman was a deliberate homicide. Investigation continues as community seeks answers about this tragic incident.
Yorkville Fire Death Ruled Homicide: 84-Year-Old Victim
Toronto police confirm an 84-year-old woman's death in a Yorkville house fire was homicide. Investigation continues as community seeks answers.
New Brunswick adds site to Nursing Homes Without Walls
New Brunswick expands innovative Nursing Homes Without Walls program with new site, providing essential care services to seniors in their own homes across the province.
Gaza's Schools Destroyed, Children Cannot Return to Class
The ongoing conflict has devastated Gaza's education system, with most schools destroyed and hundreds of thousands of children unable to resume their studies. Learn about the humanitarian impact.
Non-911 Crisis Response Serves 4,000 Ottawa Calls
Ottawa's innovative non-911 crisis response team successfully managed over 4,000 mental health calls in its inaugural year, providing specialized care and reducing police involvement.
United Way Helps Keep Sudbury Seniors Warm This Winter
United Way Centraide Northeast hosted its annual Keep Seniors Warm event in Sudbury to provide winter essentials for elderly residents in need. Learn how this initiative impacts the community.
Santa for Seniors Connects Chatham-Kent Elderly
The Santa for Seniors initiative in Chatham-Kent works to ensure no senior spends the holidays alone. Community volunteers create meaningful connections through gift-giving and visits.
Ottawa launches Student Support Office for school concerns
Ottawa establishes Student and Family Support Office to streamline responses to school issues. Minister announces enhanced support system for educational concerns.
Epilepsy Association opens new Halifax support centre
The Epilepsy Association of the Maritimes has opened a new Halifax facility to expand support services for individuals and families affected by epilepsy across the region.
Man charged in Halifax senior scam targeting elderly
A 25-year-old man faces charges after allegedly scamming Halifax seniors. Learn how to protect yourself and recognize financial fraud targeting elderly Canadians.
Elderly man discovered in Barrie dealership after hours
Barrie police investigate after a 76-year-old man was found inside a local car dealership after midnight, triggering security alarms. The incident raises safety concerns.
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