Ontario short thousands of long-term care beds
New data from Ontario's fiscal update shows the province remains thousands of beds short of its long-term care commitment, raising concerns about healthcare capacity and senior care quality.
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Urgent Search for Missing Waverley Senior - RCMP Seek Help
Halifax District RCMP are urgently seeking public help to locate 74-year-old Glenwood Garth Merrick, missing from Waverley since Tuesday. The senior was last seen wearing distinctive clothing and may be disoriented.
BC Care Home Cuts Harming Seniors: Missed Baths, Isolation
Disturbing reports reveal how funding reductions to British Columbia care homes are compromising senior care, leading to skipped baths, lonely meals, and deteriorating living conditions for vulnerable residents.
Fengate Breaks Ground on Oakville Seniors Community
Fengate Asset Management breaks ground on a transformative $200 million seniors community in Oakville, featuring luxury amenities and comprehensive care services for Ontario's aging population.
Moncton Selects Downtown Site for New Seniors Centre
Moncton moves forward with long-awaited seniors centre as city council approves the former Moncton Lumber site downtown. The strategic location promises enhanced accessibility and community integration for older adults.
Guelph senior scores second lottery win this year
An 80-year-old Guelph man proves lightning can strike twice after winning another six-figure lottery prize, just months after his first big win. Discover his incredible story and what he plans to do with his newfound fortune.
Essex County Grandparent Scam: Senior Loses $6,500
Windsor police warn about sophisticated grandparent scams after Essex County senior falls victim to emotional manipulation, losing thousands in elaborate phone scheme.
North Bay senior loses $250K in investment scam
A North Bay resident has fallen victim to a devastating investment fraud, losing a quarter-million dollars. Ontario Provincial Police are warning the public about sophisticated financial scams targeting Canadians.
Alberta Sovereignty Act: Rights Revocation Fears
Albertans express deep concerns about the provincial government's power to revoke rights and freedoms through the Alberta Sovereignty Act, fearing unprecedented governmental overreach.
Elections Alberta Funding Crisis Threatens Citizen Petitions
As Elections Alberta struggles with funding, citizen petition initiatives hang in the balance. Forever Canadian advocates for permanent election funding to protect democratic processes in Alberta.
Elderly woman seriously injured in Richmond collision
An 85-year-old woman was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Richmond. RCMP are investigating the incident that occurred near No. 2 Road and Blundell Road.
Elections Alberta Questions $13.5M for Recall Petitions
Alberta's election watchdog urges provincial government to reconsider massive funding request for recall legislation and citizen initiatives, citing significant financial burden.
Missing 79-year-old Windsor woman found safe by police
LaSalle Police successfully locate missing elderly woman with dementia after community-wide search effort. The senior has been reunited with family.
86-year-old Canadian nears 1,000th skydive
Meet an 86-year-old Canadian athlete defying age limits as she approaches her 1,000th skydive, proving adventure has no expiration date in this inspiring journey from Olympic glory to senior sky diving.
Hamilton Senior's Home Invaded Through Unlocked Door
A Hamilton senior experienced a frightening home invasion when suspects walked through her unlocked door while she was alone. Police are warning residents about securing their homes.
Missing 79-Year-Old Woman: LaSalle Police Urgent Search
LaSalle Police Service has launched an urgent search for Norma Gaffney, 79, who went missing from her Windsor-area home. Authorities are concerned for her safety and asking residents to check properties.
Calgary senior accused of sexual assault after online meeting
A 76-year-old Calgary man stands accused of sexual assault following an alleged incident with a woman he met through an online platform, raising concerns about digital safety.
Missing Port Coquitlam Senior Found Deceased
The community mourns as 74-year-old Port Coquitlam senior George Hendsbee is found deceased days after vanishing from his home. Learn about the extensive search efforts and community response.
Silver Alert Petition with 7,300 Signatures Hits Parliament
A Winnipeg family's tragedy sparks nationwide movement for Canada-wide Silver Alert system to locate missing seniors with cognitive conditions.
Coquitlam RCMP search for missing 79-year-old senior
Coquitlam Mounties are urgently seeking public assistance to locate 79-year-old Donald Brodie, who vanished from his home on February 21st. The vulnerable senior requires medication, raising serious concerns for his wellbeing.
Search for Missing 70-Year-Old from Dartmouth Hospital
Halifax Regional Police are urgently searching for a 70-year-old man who went missing from a Dartmouth hospital. Gerald Joseph Dugas was last seen Wednesday morning and requires medical attention.
Ottawa Speaks: This Week's Compelling Citizen Letters
Dive into the passionate voices of Ottawa residents as they weigh in on everything from local politics to national issues in this week's curated selection of letters to the editor.
Firefighters rescue man from submerged car in Montreal river
A miraculous water rescue unfolded in Montreal as first responders pulled a senior citizen from a car fully submerged in the icy waters of Rivière des Prairies. The quick-thinking 73-year-old managed to call 911 before his vehicle sank completely.
Ottawa Police Search for Missing 67-Year-Old Man
Ottawa authorities are urgently searching for William Heyman, a 67-year-old man last seen in the Carlington area. Police express concern for his well-being and are asking residents to check their properties.
Burnaby senior loses $1M in foreign police phone scam
A Burnaby woman lost her life savings in an elaborate phone scam where fraudsters posed as Chinese police. Learn how this sophisticated scheme works and how to protect yourself from similar fraud.
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.
Family Demands Change After Senior's Care Home Death
The heartbroken family of an 88-year-old woman who died after wandering from a Saskatoon care home is calling for systemic reforms in senior care facilities across Saskatchewan.
Ontario Couple Loses $1M+ to Online Scammers
A retired Ontario couple fell victim to an elaborate online fraud scheme, losing their entire life savings of more than $1 million even after their bank raised red flags about the suspicious transactions.
Senior Swiftie: 95-year-old starts Taylor fan club
A 95-year-old retirement home resident in Canada has become an unlikely Swiftie hero by starting his own Taylor Swift fan club, proving age is just a number when it comes to music fandom.
Search for Missing 68-Year-Old Boucherville Woman
Quebec police are urgently searching for Céline Lussier, a 68-year-old woman who vanished from her Boucherville home. Authorities and community members are combing the area as concerns grow.
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