Teacher sentenced for paying students for sex
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.
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UPEI food bank visits surge 60% as costs rise
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.
RFK Jr.'s Brother Condemns His Food Aid Stance
Maxwell Taylor Kennedy scorches his brother, HHS Secretary RFK Jr., for aligning with Trump on SNAP cuts, calling it a betrayal of their father's legacy against poverty.
Timmins Mutual Aid Centre Opening End of January
DIY Community Health progresses on its new mutual aid centre in downtown Timmins, with an anticipated opening by the end of January 2025. Learn more about this community initiative.
Second Orléans EarlyON Centre Closes, Worrying Families
The Charlemagne EarlyON Child and Family Centre in Orléans is closing Nov. 30, the second such closure since September. Families fear a major gap in free early-learning programs. Learn more about the impact.
Royal West Academy Vandalized After Student Suspension
Montreal police investigate vandalism at Royal West Academy after student suspended for Instagram posts critical of Israel. Mother condemns destructive actions.
Saskatchewan expands homelessness strategy with $20M
Saskatchewan announces $20 million expansion to homelessness strategy. Learn how this funding will address housing crisis and support vulnerable populations across the province.
Windsor Good Greens Program Hits Food Recovery Milestones
Windsor's Good Greens Food Reclamation Program celebrates multiple achievements in reducing food waste and feeding communities. Learn how this initiative is making a difference.
Ontario expands energy efficiency programs for appliances
Ontario government announces expanded energy efficiency programs for eligible appliances, helping households reduce costs and environmental impact. Learn how to benefit.
Alberta Student Data Breach: Privacy Chief's Warning
Alberta's privacy commissioner issues a stark warning after a PowerSchool breach exposed student data across Canada. Learn what information was compromised and the urgent recommendations made.
Surrey school seeks help for hungry students
W.E. Kinvig Elementary in Surrey requests emergency funds as 50 families struggle with food insecurity after provincial funding cuts. Learn how you can help.
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.
Ottawa Food Bank Visits Double Since 2019
The Ottawa Food Bank's 2025 Hunger Report reveals a 101% increase in visits since 2019, urging all government levels to address the affordability crisis. Read the full story.
UWindsor Sport Management Program Tops Canadian Ranking
University of Windsor's Master of Sport Management and Leadership program earns top spot in Canada. Learn about this prestigious recognition and program details.
Adopt-A-School campaign launches 14th year in Vancouver
The Vancouver Sun Children's Fund launches its 14th Adopt-A-School campaign to help schools support children facing poverty and hunger. Learn how you can help.
Calgary student loan fraud sentencing delayed
Dave Guylenz Mitchell Beauvais, who confessed to a $200,000 student loan fraud using fake IDs, will wait until December for a sentencing date. Learn the details of the Calgary case.
Alan Doyle: Mental Health Treatments Actually Work
Great Big Sea's Alan Doyle shares his mental health journey and foundation work, advocating for open discussions and effective treatments in Canada.
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.
BGC London starts $3M campaign for 70th anniversary
Facing financial challenges, London's Boys and Girls Club launches $3-million fundraising campaign during 70th anniversary celebration with Olympic champion Damian Warner.
Ontario's New Student Support Offices Spark Trustee Concerns
Ontario mandates student support offices in school boards, including OCDSB, raising concerns about the future of elected trustees. Learn about the changes coming in 2024.
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.
New Ontario school board offices for parent concerns
Ontario will require school boards to establish dedicated support offices where parents can escalate education concerns about their children's schooling. Learn how this new system works.
B.C. higher education crisis triggered by federal cap
Federal international student caps push B.C.'s small colleges to the brink, exposing decades of provincial underfunding that threatens social mobility and local economies.
Edmonton's $15M Student Housing Race Begins
Edmonton's new Downtown Student Housing Incentive has sparked a developer race for $15M in federal funds to build 500 affordable student units. The real construction challenge starts now.
OPP notified after Skills Development Fund audit
Ontario government alerts OPP following forensic audit of Skills Development Fund recipient. Minister David Piccini announces investigation into training program funding.
Windsor University Students Combat Opioid Crisis
University of Windsor students take action against the opioid crisis by distributing naloxone kits and hosting training sessions on campus. Learn how young leaders are making a difference.
Hanover crash claims 3 students, 1 critically injured
Community mourns after devastating crash kills three Hanover students and leaves fourth with life-threatening injuries. Details on the tragedy and community response.
3 Hanover High School Students Killed in Crash
A tragic car crash in Grey County has claimed the lives of three Hanover high school students. The community mourns this devastating loss.
Trump defends Chinese student visas despite MAGA criticism
Former President Donald Trump defends his plan to bring 600,000 Chinese students to US universities, arguing it benefits American economy despite MAGA supporters' concerns about espionage and competition.
Orléans Playgroup Closes After 30+ Years
A beloved EarlyON child drop-in centre in Orléans is closing after more than three decades. The Ottawa Catholic School Board needs the space for additional classrooms. Learn about this community loss.
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