New Winnipeg homeless encampment rules take effect
Winnipeg enforces new regulations governing homeless encampments, establishing clear protocols for city officials and residents. Learn how these changes impact urban homelessness management.
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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.
QS Demands 500 Emergency Beds for Montreal Homeless
Québec Solidaire calls for 500 additional emergency shelter beds in Montreal as early winter hits. MNA Guillaume Cliche-Rivard warns of life-threatening conditions without immediate action.
Quebec Solidaire Demands 500 Emergency Shelters in Montreal
Quebec Solidaire calls for 500 emergency shelters to address Montreal's homelessness crisis. Learn about the urgent political response and the human impact.
Windsor Seniors Craft Warmth for Homeless
Life After Fifty members hand-knit hundreds of winter items for Windsor's Homelessness and Housing Help Hub, showcasing community compassion and active senior contributions.
Regina Committee Sends Homeless Strategy to Council
Regina's Executive Committee has forwarded key recommendations to City Council aimed at transforming the city's approach to homelessness. Learn about the proposed changes.
$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.
Montreal Mayor Faces STM Strike in First Week
New Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada confronts major STM strike and winter challenges during her first week in office. Read her insights on homelessness and city priorities.
Early winter snow pressures Montreal homeless shelters
Montreal's first major snowstorm forces homeless shelters into overdrive as mayor-elect pledges action. Learn how the city is responding to the crisis.
UN: Sudan relief operations near collapse
The UN migration agency warns Sudan's humanitarian operations are collapsing amid escalating violence. Millions face starvation as aid delivery becomes impossible.
Manitoba Municipalities Push for Mental Health Law Reform
Manitoba municipalities are urging the provincial government to review mental health legislation to reduce police involvement in crisis response. Learn about the renewed calls for change.
Kitchener man runs city perimeter for homeless
A Kitchener resident completes extraordinary run around the entire city perimeter to raise awareness and support for people experiencing homelessness. Learn how one person is making a difference.
Barrie Mayor Seeks National Alliance on Homelessness
Barrie's mayor travels to Vancouver to build cross-country coalition demanding urgent federal action on Canada's escalating homelessness crisis. Exclusive details inside.
Edmonton's $1M Shelter Decision Sparks Heated Debate
Edmonton City Council's controversial decision to allocate $1 million for temporary day shelter services divides community and advocates, raising questions about long-term homelessness strategy.
Ottawa Mission Culinary Grads Celebrate at Blue Door Gala
The Ottawa Mission's Food Services Training Program celebrated its latest graduates at an inspiring gala, transforming lives through culinary skills and employment opportunities for vulnerable community members.
Windsor Youth Centre Launches 'Hugs' Campaign for Youth
The Windsor Youth Centre kicks off its annual 'Hugs' campaign, providing essential support and holiday cheer to local youth in need through community donations and outreach programs.
Saint John Opens Neighbourly Homes Community
Saint John takes a major step in addressing homelessness with the opening of Neighbourly Homes, a 20-unit supportive housing community offering residents dignity and comprehensive support services.
Why clearing homeless encampments won't solve Nova Scotia's crisis
The Nova Scotia Affordable Housing Association warns that dismantling homeless encampments without proper housing alternatives exacerbates the crisis. Experts call for sustainable solutions and increased affordable housing investment.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Disabled Sudbury Woman Homeless in Broken Tent
A disabled Sudbury woman faces unimaginable hardships living homeless in a damaged tent, exposing the severe gaps in Ontario's social support systems during harsh weather conditions.
Hockey Tournament Raises $100K+ for Homeless in Dartmouth
Dartmouth's Alderney Landing hosted the 6th annual Hockey Helps the Homeless tournament, bringing together community and NHL alumni to raise critical funds for local charities fighting homelessness.
West Island's Only Homeless Shelter Hosts Community Open House
Discover how Montreal's West Island community is rallying around its only homeless shelter during an open house event aimed at building bridges and support.
Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse
Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.
Alberta Minister Defends Edmonton Shelter Funding
Alberta's social services minister responds to criticism about Edmonton shelter capacity, insisting provincial funding is adequate despite visible homelessness issues.
A Better Tent City Seeks Funding for Staff Expansion
Waterloo Region's innovative homeless community requests $170,000 to hire two new support workers, aiming to enhance services and sustainability for vulnerable residents.
Barrie addresses Milligan's Pond encampment with coordinated action
The City of Barrie is implementing a comprehensive strategy to address the growing encampment at Milligan's Pond, balancing community safety concerns with support services for vulnerable residents.
Cambridge Clears Homeless Encampment Over Safety Concerns
City crews removed a homeless encampment at Cambridge's 150 Main Street, citing fire hazards and public safety risks. The operation highlights ongoing tensions between municipal enforcement and vulnerable populations.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Edmonton Council Prioritizes Winter Shelter Expansion
Edmonton's freshly sworn-in city council takes immediate action to address winter homelessness crisis by prioritizing shelter capacity expansion as temperatures drop.
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