Montreal Shelter Adds 22 Beds for Housing Crisis
Ricochet shelter in Montreal's West Island expands with 22 temporary beds to address growing housing demand. Learn how this responds to the city's shelter crisis.
Ricochet shelter in Montreal's West Island expands with 22 temporary beds to address growing housing demand. Learn how this responds to the city's shelter crisis.
Severn residents ordered to shelter in place as police search for armed suspect. Stay informed about ongoing police operation and safety measures.
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New Brunswick's living wage increases to $24.77 per hour according to new report. Discover what this means for families and workers across the province.
A fire at a Winnipeg homeless encampment in Centennial neighbourhood has ignited serious safety concerns among local residents on November 11, 2025.
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.
Waterloo Regional Police respond to weapons complaint on Glasgow Street after witnesses report violent altercation involving a knife. One person in custody as investigation continues.
Saskatoon city council approves emergency downtown warming shelter amid heated debate and concerns about rushed planning process and community impact.
Saskatoon city councillors express frustration after discovering $515,000 in unexpected renovations needed for new warming centre just weeks before winter.
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.
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.
Alberta's social services minister responds to criticism about Edmonton shelter capacity, insisting provincial funding is adequate despite visible homelessness issues.
Waterloo Region's innovative homeless community requests $170,000 to hire two new support workers, aiming to enhance services and sustainability for vulnerable residents.
Progressive socialist Zohran Mamdani's platform could devastate New York's economy, public safety, and quality of life if he becomes NYC mayor. Learn how his policies would impact the entire state.
Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani triumphs in Queens election, signaling progressive shift in New York City politics with bold affordable housing and economic justice platform.
City council approves emergency funding to expand daytime shelter capacity during harsh winter months, providing crucial warm spaces for vulnerable residents.
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.
RCMP investigate fatal single-vehicle collision that resulted in the death of a 59-year-old man in Saint-Laurent, New Brunswick. Emergency responders unable to save driver.
A New Glasgow police officer faces no charges after a dramatic arrest where a suspect crashed his truck and broke his collarbone. The province's police watchdog concludes the officer acted properly during the tense confrontation.
Simcoe County unveils Canada's largest modular supportive housing project, offering 120 new homes with comprehensive support services to address homelessness through innovative construction methods.
Edmonton's freshly sworn-in city council takes immediate action to address winter homelessness crisis by prioritizing shelter capacity expansion as temperatures drop.
Greater Sudbury launches first-ever 24/7 warming centre at YMCA to provide life-saving shelter during freezing temperatures, addressing critical gap in community services.
A controversial City Hall proposal to rename homeless shelters with 'inclusive' terminology faced massive backlash and has been quietly abandoned according to a new report.
Ontario's groundbreaking HART program brings essential healthcare and addiction services directly to vulnerable populations in Barrie and Simcoe County through new community hubs.
As Montreal's mayoral race heats up, homeless residents express deep skepticism about campaign pledges, calling them recycled rhetoric that rarely translates into real change.
A Guelph neighborhood was locked down as police engaged in a dramatic standoff with an armed suspect, resulting in an arrest after hours of negotiations.
A tense police standoff in Guelph's west end led to shelter-in-place orders and multiple school lockdowns before officers made an arrest following hours of negotiations.
Winnipeg releases detailed enforcement protocol for homeless encampment ban, balancing public safety with vulnerable population concerns. Learn about the city's phased approach.
New data reveals alarming adoption trends in Nova Scotia shelters, with larger dogs facing significantly longer waits and lower adoption rates than their smaller counterparts.
Niagara Regional Police issue urgent shelter-in-place advisory as they search for dangerous suspect following weapons incident in Port Colborne neighborhood.