Sheltered Skate Space Opens on Granville Island
A new sheltered skateboarding facility has opened on Vancouver's Granville Island, providing a year-round, weather-protected space for local skaters to practice and connect.
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Ringette celebrates 50 years in Fredericton
Fredericton's ringette community celebrates 50 years, tracing the sport's journey from when 'team sports for girls were unusual' to a multi-generational family tradition.
$1M donation for Brandon hospital critical care
Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation receives transformative $1 million donation to support new Critical Care facility, enhancing healthcare services for Manitoba communities.
Secure Ocean Tech Testing Space Opens in Dartmouth
A new classified testing facility for ocean technology has opened at COVE in Dartmouth, N.S., providing a secure space for scientists and researchers to advance marine innovation.
Guide Dog Organization Finds Permanent Home in Edmonton
B.C. and Alberta Guide Dogs establishes first permanent Edmonton facility to address growing service dog demand. Learn how this expansion will transform lives.
New Women's Warming Centre Opens in Saskatoon
Saskatoon launches a temporary warming centre for women at a former bus terminal. Get the latest on winter shelter logistics and the permanent location underway.
New Calgary Youth Mental Health Facility Opening 2027
Calgary's new CASA Mental Health facility will provide specialized care for 81 youth with complex mental health challenges, addressing growing needs in Alberta communities.
WestJet CEO apologizes for 200 disability complaints
WestJet's CEO told a parliamentary committee the airline received 200 disability complaints in 2023, calling each case 'unacceptable' and vowing improvements for accessible air travel in Canada.
WestJet power wheelchair weight cap leaves travelers grounded
WestJet's 250-pound power wheelchair weight restriction is preventing Canadians with disabilities from flying. Advocates demand policy changes for accessible air travel.
Street Help wheelchair ramp approved after bylaw review
Windsor's Street Help can continue using their portable wheelchair ramp after city officials clarified bylaw rules. The organization had been told the ramp was illegal.
Waterloo mayor makes case for high-performance aquatic centre
Waterloo's mayor explains why the city needs a new high-performance aquatic facility. Discover the benefits and community impact of this proposed development.
Terrorism charges expanded in Texas detention center attack
Federal prosecutors expand terrorism charges in July shooting at Texas immigration detention center. Key developments and implications for national security.
Protesters arrested at Chicago-area ICE facility
Illinois State Police detained protesters after clashes outside a Chicago-area immigration facility. Get the latest details on the arrests and the ongoing tensions.
New Chocolate Factory Opens in Brantford, Ontario
Barry Callebaut has officially opened its new chocolate manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario, marking a significant investment in the region's food processing sector and creating local employment opportunities.
Support dog lends paw at Edmonton children's hospital
A yellow Labrador named Pumbaa serves as a facility dog at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital, providing emotional support to young patients during difficult treatments.
Canada's first hospital facility dog comforts sick kids
Stollery Children's Hospital makes history by hiring Canada's first facility service dog, Pumbaa, to provide comfort and support to young patients like four-year-old Jake Davis.
First Canadian asphalt shingle recycling plant opens
Northstar Clean Technologies launches Canada's first asphalt shingle reprocessing facility east of Calgary, diverting 80,000+ tons annually from landfills. A major step for sustainable construction.
LaSalle Vipers get council approval for branding upgrades
LaSalle council approves Vipers' plan to enhance branding at Vollmer Complex with facility modifications. The hockey team's proposal aims to boost fan experience and community engagement.
Edmonton Area Garbage Dump Fire Still Burning
A significant fire continues to burn at GFL Waste Management facility near Edmonton. Smoke and flames visible as firefighters work to contain the blaze. Stay updated on developments.
Waterloo's Inclusive Playground Gets Major Upgrade
Waterloo Park's popular inclusive play area expands with exciting new equipment designed for children of all abilities, creating a more accessible recreational space for families across the region.
Manitoba Drug Detention Facility Launching in Weeks
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announces revolutionary approach to addiction treatment with new compulsory care facility opening in weeks, marking significant shift in provincial drug policy.
Canada-wide warrant for 20-year-old who escaped NB facility
New Brunswick authorities are searching for Brady Jordon Morrison, 20, who allegedly walked away from a Saint John community correctional center. The escape has triggered a nationwide warrant.
REAL CEO Rick Bennet Departs Organization
Rick Bennet has departed as CEO of Regina's REAL District, marking a significant leadership change for Saskatchewan's premier entertainment and sports venue. The sudden exit comes amid ongoing organizational restructuring.
Orillia Fights Doctor Shortage with New Training Hub
Orillia launches groundbreaking medical training facility in partnership with local hospitals and universities, creating a sustainable pipeline of family physicians for Simcoe Muskoka and beyond.
Bosnia Retirement Home Fire: 11 Dead, Dozens Injured
A catastrophic fire at a retirement home in Bosnia-Herzegovina has left 11 residents dead and over 30 injured, with emergency crews working tirelessly through the night in rescue efforts.
Vancouver Aquatic Centre Closed Over Ceiling Damage
The Vancouver Aquatic Centre has been shut down indefinitely after concerning ceiling damage was found during routine maintenance, leaving swimmers and fitness enthusiasts without their downtown facility.
Saskatoon Waste Facility Failure Causes Rotten Egg Stench
A powerful hydrogen sulfide odor is permeating parts of Saskatoon following equipment failure at the city's waste management facility, prompting air quality concerns and resident complaints.
Halifax freshman leads university sports inclusion charge
A first-year student at Saint Mary's University is transforming athletic participation barriers into opportunities for inclusion, creating waves across Canadian university sports programs.
YMCA opens new downtown Windsor location at UWindsor
The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario unveils its new downtown Windsor facility in the University of Windsor's Centre for Engineering Innovation, marking a significant community partnership and urban revitalization effort.
Intruder Breaks Into Kitchener Prison, Assaults Two
A brazen security breach at a Kitchener correctional facility leaves two employees injured after an unauthorized individual gained entry and launched violent attacks.
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