Saskatoon's rushed shelter approval sparks council frustration
Saskatoon city council approves emergency downtown warming shelter amid heated debate and concerns about rushed planning process and community impact.
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Saskatoon Council Frustrated by Warming Centre Costs
Saskatoon city councillors express frustration after discovering $515,000 in unexpected renovations needed for new warming centre just weeks before winter.
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.
Barrie Firefighters Battle Milligan's Pond Encampment Blaze
Quick-thinking Barrie firefighters contained a dangerous encampment fire at Milligan's Pond, preventing potential disaster in the residential area.
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.
Winnipeg sock drive donations stolen by thieves
A Winnipeg community's charitable sock drive was devastated when thieves stole hundreds of donated pairs intended for homeless and vulnerable individuals during the harsh winter months.
Private Medical Tests: Step Toward US Healthcare
Alberta's new policy allowing private payments for medical tests threatens to undermine Canada's public healthcare system and could lead to U.S.-style two-tier medicine, warn healthcare experts.
Halifax closes Flinn Park encampment after shooting
Halifax officials announce permanent closure of Lower Flinn Park encampment after recent shooting, citing public safety concerns and ongoing security issues in the area.
Alberta Nurses Vote Overwhelmingly for Strike Action
Alberta's nursing professionals have delivered a powerful mandate for strike action, with 95% voting in favor amid critical staffing shortages and workplace safety concerns.
NS woman's sock drive warms hearts across Atlantic Canada
A compassionate Nova Scotia woman is leading an ambitious campaign to collect over 20,000 pairs of socks for those in need, turning simple footwear into symbols of community care and warmth during challenging times.
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.
Edmonton funds $1M winter day shelters amid cold snap
City council approves emergency funding to expand daytime shelter capacity during harsh winter months, providing crucial warm spaces for vulnerable residents.
Three charged in Montreal homeless man stabbing death
Montreal police have charged three individuals in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 46-year-old homeless man in the city's downtown core, shedding light on violence against vulnerable populations.
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.
Simcoe County's Massive Modular Housing Project for Homeless
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.
Humber River Health Opens Advanced Medical Simulation Centre
Toronto's Humber River Health unveils groundbreaking simulation centre to transform healthcare education and address Ontario's medical workforce challenges through cutting-edge technology.
Toronto's shelter renaming plan shelved after ridicule
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 Launches HART Hubs in Barrie & Simcoe County
Ontario's groundbreaking HART program brings essential healthcare and addiction services directly to vulnerable populations in Barrie and Simcoe County through new community hubs.
Waterloo Region Warming Centres Open for Winter
As temperatures drop, Waterloo Region launches seasonal warming centres providing safe, warm spaces for vulnerable residents during cold weather months.
Nurse: 'Surprised More People Haven't Died' in Manitoba Hospital
An exclusive look inside Manitoba's largest hospital reveals a healthcare system pushed to the brink, with exhausted nurses describing dangerous conditions and alarming patient wait times.
Montreal Homeless Skeptical of Election Promises
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.
Richmond seeks federal aid for refugee shelter crisis
Metro Vancouver's Richmond faces a shelter capacity crisis as growing numbers of refugees and asylum seekers strain resources, prompting urgent calls for federal intervention and funding.
New medical supply system frustrates Sask healthcare workers
While health officials defend the AIMS digital system as an upgrade, frontline workers report significant delays and difficulties accessing critical medical supplies in Saskatoon facilities.
PEI Senior Sleeps in Car as Elderly Homelessness Rises
A shocking new report reveals the hidden crisis of senior homelessness across Canada, as a Prince Edward Island woman shares her story of sleeping in her vehicle while waiting for affordable housing.
Winnipeg Encampment Ban Enforcement Protocol Revealed
Winnipeg releases detailed enforcement protocol for homeless encampment ban, balancing public safety with vulnerable population concerns. Learn about the city's phased approach.
Edmonton Winter Drive: 3000+ Items for Vulnerable
A massive winter donation drive is underway in Edmonton, with community leaders and volunteers working to collect and distribute over 3000 essential cold-weather items to vulnerable residents facing extreme temperatures.
Simcoe County Forms New Alliance to Combat Homelessness
A groundbreaking multi-agency partnership launches in Simcoe County with an ambitious mission: transforming homeless services through coordinated housing solutions and comprehensive support systems.
Quebec's Doctor Exodus: 100+ Physicians Leaving
Quebec faces a devastating healthcare exodus as over 100 doctors announce plans to leave the province, with Liberal Leader Marc Tanguay warning of catastrophic consequences for the public healthcare system.
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