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.
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Ex-recovery home worker sentenced for sexual assaults
Adam Haber receives three-year prison term after multiple women came forward with sexual assault allegations from New Westminster recovery homes. Read the full story.
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.
103-year-old vet's first Remembrance Day in Ottawa
Elmer Friesen, a 103-year-old WWII veteran, reflects on his emotional first Remembrance Day ceremony in Ottawa as Canadians nationwide honor fallen soldiers.
B.C. recovery worker gets 3 years for sex assaults
Adam Haber receives three-year prison sentence for sexual assaults while working at drug recovery facility. Case highlights vulnerability in addiction treatment system.
Service Dogs Save Lives of Canadian Veterans
Paws Fur Thought pairs service dogs with military and RCMP veterans coping with operational stress injuries. Discover how these remarkable animals are saving lives across Nova Scotia.
New Ontario funding ends Windsor-Essex IVF waitlist
Ontario invests $1.6M annually in Windsor's only IVF clinic, eliminating years-long wait times for publicly funded fertility treatments and helping 300 patients yearly.
Moncton Vet Battles for Alternative PTSD Treatments
Retired Master Cpl. Gordon Hurley, a special forces vet in Moncton, reveals his long-hidden PTSD struggle and his fight for access to alternative therapies. His story highlights the urgent need for veteran mental health support.
Halifax Church Concert Pays Tribute to Veterans
A special Remembrance Day concert at St. Andrew's Church in Halifax honored veterans through music and shared memories. Discover how the community came together to pay tribute.
Stranger reveals Canadian soldier's untold WWII story
A British journalist tracks down Canadian family to share wartime stories of their grandfather, revealing decades-old bonds forged in North African hospitals during WWII.
Family's Quest to Bury Japanese-Canadian WWI Soldier
The family of Pte. Sentaro Omoto, a Japanese-Canadian WWI soldier, is determined to fulfill his final wish of having his ashes buried in British Columbia, correcting a historical injustice.
Retired Service Dog Remains Devoted to Windsor Veteran
A Windsor veteran shares how her retired service dog continues to demonstrate behaviors from her PTSD support role, showing the lasting bond between handler and animal.
Ottawa High School Students Create Veteran Documentary
Five Grade 10 students at Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Ottawa produced a documentary honouring Air Commodore John Fauquier, preserving local veteran stories for Remembrance Day.
Manitoba Changes Veteran Licence Plate Eligibility Rules
Manitoba government updates criteria for specialized veteran licence plates, expanding access to more service members. Learn about the new eligibility requirements.
Federal Funding Supports Veterans in Skilled Trades
Helmets to Hardhats Canada receives federal funding to expand career pathways for Veterans in skilled trades. New outreach specialists will provide mentorship and employment support.
Ottawa Street Named for Korean War Veteran John Gardam
A touching ceremony in Ottawa's Beacon Hill neighbourhood immortalizes Korean War veteran John W. Gardam with a street bearing his name, celebrating his military service and community contributions.
Winnipeg advocates: Detox plan needs follow-up care
Community leaders in Winnipeg warn that proposed drug detox facilities must include comprehensive aftercare programs to prevent relapse cycles and ensure long-term recovery success.
Calgary family's $100K donation boosts Lethbridge veterans project
A remarkable $100,000 donation from a Calgary family is accelerating construction of Lethbridge's Salute Our Veterans housing project, bringing critical support for homeless veterans closer to reality.
Bombardier Partners with U.S. Army for Veteran Careers
Bombardier joins the U.S. Army's Partnership for Your Success (PAYS) program, creating exciting aerospace career opportunities for transitioning soldiers and military veterans across Canada and the United States.
$400M Water Plant Expansion Threatens Municipal Budgets
A massive $400 million water treatment plant expansion required for PowerCo's operations could cripple municipal finances across southwestern Ontario, arriving 30 years sooner than anticipated and leaving local governments scrambling for solutions.
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.
Trump Reveals Deal to Lower Obesity Drug Costs
Former President Donald Trump reveals groundbreaking agreement with pharmaceutical giant to make obesity drugs more affordable and accessible across the United States.
Brain Glow Detects Cancer: Canadian Research Breakthrough
Groundbreaking Canadian research reveals how the brain's natural glow can help surgeons identify and remove cancerous tissue with unprecedented precision during operations.
Pope Challenges U.S. on Migrant Treatment Under Trump
In a powerful address, Pope Francis urges American Catholics and citizens to deeply reflect on the treatment of migrants during Trump's presidency, calling for compassion over political division.
Cameraman's Life Changed After Tremor Surgery
After 25 years battling essential tremors, CTV News cameraman John Toman finally finds relief through groundbreaking MRI-guided focused ultrasound surgery at Toronto's Sunnybrook Hospital.
Alberta gambling case exposes dangerous criminal underworld
A recent Alberta court case reveals how gambling addiction fuels criminal activity, exposing the dangerous underworld lurking beneath Canada's regulated betting industry.
Manitoba Approves Life-Saving Drug for Dying Boy
A Steinbach family celebrates as the Manitoba government approves coverage for a costly medication that could save their son's life after months of uncertainty and desperate appeals.
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