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Giving Tuesday Boost for Edmonton Charities with Matched Funds

EPCOR's dollar-for-dollar match on Giving Tuesday is amplifying donations for Edmonton's Bissell Centre and YESS, providing critical winter support for families and youth in need. Discover how community generosity is making a difference.

Ontario Food Bank Use Hits Record High, Warns Report

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.

First Nations Feed Indigenous Homeless in Calgary

Southern Alberta First Nations communities organize Feeding the People event to support unhoused Indigenous Calgarians. Learn how community solidarity addresses urban Indigenous homelessness.

Montreal Buys Condos to Combat Homelessness

A new Montreal initiative is purchasing condominiums to provide housing for the homeless. The project is now actively seeking local donors to help scale its impact and address the city's housing crisis.

Last-Minute Push for Salvation Army Rent Bank Funding

London City Council faces pressure to reopen 2026 budget deliberations after Salvation Army's rent bank program was omitted. The program helps prevent homelessness by providing emergency housing support.

St. Mary's Students Reflect on Homelessness Experience

Students at St. Mary's High School in Kitchener gained firsthand insight into homelessness through an overnight tent initiative, fostering empathy and awareness about housing insecurity in their community.

Saskatchewan spends $1.5M on homeless hotel rooms

Saskatchewan government allocates $1.5 million for emergency hotel accommodations to support people experiencing homelessness during winter months. Learn about this critical initiative.

Saskatoon puts homelessness levy on hold

Saskatoon residents won't see a homelessness levy on tax bills soon as City Manager Jeff Jorgenson delays the proposal. Learn about the city's current approach to housing crisis.

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