Calgary Elf Rally preps volunteers for Christmas Eve deliveries
Hundreds of volunteers attended an Elf Rally in Calgary to prepare for delivering gifts to over 800 families on Christmas Eve. Discover how the community is spreading holiday cheer.
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Calgary elves gather for Christmas gift delivery mission
Hundreds of volunteer elves gathered in Calgary for an Elf Rally to prepare for delivering gifts to over 800 families on Christmas Eve. Join the festive spirit!
Veterans Food Bank Donations Down 80%, Seeks Help
The Veterans Association Food Bank reports an 80% drop in donations, threatening holiday meals for veterans and their families. Urgent community support is needed for the 'Hope for Those Who Served' campaign.
Calgary teens volunteer to assemble hygiene kits
Eighteen Calgary teenagers demonstrated community spirit by volunteering to pack essential hygiene kits. Learn how local youth are making a difference in Alberta.
Veterans Food Bank donations down 80%, needs help
The Veterans Association Food Bank in Calgary reports an 80% decline in donations, putting veteran support services at risk. Community assistance urgently needed.
Veterans Face Budget Cuts and Policy Changes Under Carney
Robert Smol alleges Prime Minister Mark Carney's government is systematically dismantling veteran support through budget cuts and legislative changes. Veterans urged to organize and protest.
Windsor Goodfellows Begin 115th Annual Charity Drive
The Windsor Goodfellows' 115th annual newspaper drive is underway, with 400 volunteers raising funds for Christmas hampers and year-round programs like the food bank. Donate now to support your community!
Volunteers Power 54th Canadian Western Agribition Event
The 54th Canadian Western Agribition thrives thanks to hundreds of volunteers across 17 committees. Discover how these community members make this major agricultural event possible.
$1M Legion donation for veteran VR PTSD treatments
Edmonton's HiMARCC receives $1 million Legion donation for groundbreaking virtual reality therapy treating PTSD in Canadian veterans. Innovative treatment shows promising results.
Katy Perry Sues Disabled Veteran Over Property Deal
Pop star Katy Perry is seeking $5 million from an 86-year-old disabled veteran in a contentious property dispute over a $15 million California estate purchased in 2020.
Operation Red Nose Winnipeg Needs Volunteers Urgently
Operation Red Nose makes urgent plea for Winnipeg volunteers to ensure safe holiday rides. Community service faces critical shortage weeks before Christmas season begins.
Victoria Cross Petition for Northern Ontario War Hero
A growing movement seeks posthumous Victoria Cross recognition for Jess Larochelle, the North Bay soldier who single-handedly fought 40 Taliban fighters in 2006. Support the petition today.
Sudbury Fundraising $450K for Veteran's Home
Habitat For Humanity and Lockerby Legion partner to raise $450,000 for veteran housing in Sudbury. Join the community effort to support those who served Canada.
Salisbury Legion saved by new volunteers
The Salisbury Royal Canadian Legion branch remains open thanks to new volunteers stepping up. Discover how community support preserves this vital veterans' space in New Brunswick.
Calgary launches extreme cold plan for homeless population
Calgary implements emergency response plan to protect homeless residents during dangerous -20C temperatures. Outreach teams provide critical shelter and support.
Bradford ships thousands of relief supplies to Jamaica
BWG Councillor Cheraldean Duhaney leads massive humanitarian effort as volunteers box and load donations destined for Jamaica. Community comes together for international relief.
Manitoba bird species changing after 50 years
After half a century of birdwatching, a veteran birder reveals dramatic changes in Manitoba's avian populations. Discover how climate and habitat shifts are transforming local wildlife.
Operation Red Nose Needs Winnipeg Volunteers
Operation Red Nose launches volunteer drive in Winnipeg for 2025 holiday season. Help keep roads safe by offering designated driving services. Join the campaign today!
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.
Poll: Canadians Say Veterans Support Lacking
New polling reveals most Canadians feel insufficient support is provided to local veterans. The findings come after Remembrance Day ceremonies across the country.
$22.5M Federal Investment Targets Veteran Homelessness
Federal government announces $22.5 million investment to fund 34 projects addressing veteran homelessness across Canada. Learn how this initiative will support veterans in need.
Life After Fifty members donate handmade winter items
Seniors from Life After Fifty created and delivered handmade winter clothing to Windsor's homeless population on November 12, 2025. Discover how this initiative brings warmth and community support.
Canadian soldier overcomes losing legs in Afghanistan
Maj. Mark Campbell recounts surviving two deaths after an IED explosion in Afghanistan that took his legs, continuing to serve for 35 years in the Canadian Armed Forces. Read his inspiring story of resilience.
Saint John Volunteers Honored for Remembrance Day 2025
Saint John residents express gratitude to volunteers who organized the moving Remembrance Day ceremony at TD Station. Community comes together to honor veterans and fallen soldiers.
Minnedosa displays 73 veteran banners for Remembrance Day
Minnedosa residents proudly embrace 73 veteran banners and poppy blanket display during Remembrance Day ceremonies, honoring local military heroes and preserving their legacy.
106-Year-Old Calgary WWII Vet Honoured on Remembrance Day
Bill Wright, Calgary's oldest living WWII veteran at 106, shares powerful reflections on Remembrance Day 2025. Discover his story of service and sacrifice.
Veteran urges feds to reverse shockwave therapy decision
Edmonton veteran Justin Yaassoub battles chronic pain with shockwave therapy as federal department limits coverage. Advocates push for reversal to help veterans.
Edmonton veteran's decade-long memorial tradition
Canadian military veteran Darren Longstaff transforms his yard into a Remembrance Day memorial for the 10th consecutive year, honoring those who served and sacrificed for Canada.
Calgary's oldest WWII vet honors fallen at ceremony
Wilbert (Bill) Wright, Calgary's oldest living WWII veteran at 106, laid a wreath during solemn Remembrance Day ceremonies as crowds gathered to honor Canada's military heroes.
Veteran uses blacksmithing to rebuild lives in Winnipeg
Cameron Bennett, a 20-year veteran, founded Forging Ahead Inc. to help veterans and first responders find purpose through blacksmithing. Discover how this innovative program transforms lives.
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