Elnaz Hajtamiri Case Tied to Stolen Truck Ring, Dubai
Four years after her disappearance, OPP investigators connect Elnaz Hajtamiri's kidnapping to a transnational stolen vehicle network. A $100,000 reward is offered for information.
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Four years since Wasaga Beach kidnapping, murder
Elnaz Hajtamiri was abducted from a Wasaga Beach home on Jan. 12, 2022, and is presumed murdered. Her case remains open as police continue to seek answers.
Soccer league funds London school nutrition program
The Middlesex Masters Soccer League has donated $2,500 to the nutrition program at St. Pius X Catholic School in London, Ontario. Learn how this community support impacts local students.
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy at Canadian Museum of History
A unique annual Ukrainian Catholic liturgy at the Canadian Museum of History blends faith, heritage, and national memory, from a historic church to the Residential School monument. Explore this profound convergence.
$9M Expansion for Callander's St. Theresa Catholic School
The Ontario government is funding a major expansion of St. Theresa Catholic Elementary School in Callander, investing over $9 million for new childcare rooms and classroom spaces. Learn about the project's impact on Northern Ontario families.
Catholic Paper Blasts Vance for Shooting Comments
A Catholic newspaper published a scathing op-ed criticizing Vice President JD Vance for justifying the fatal shooting of a Minnesota mother by an ICE officer. Read the full story and the religious backlash.
Pepper spray discharge prompts school evacuation in London
St. Thomas Aquinas High School in London, Ont., was evacuated after a pepper spray discharge on Jan. 9, 2026. Get the latest details on the incident and response.
New Surrey school provides only temporary relief
École Snokomish Elementary opens in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood, but officials warn capacity pressures in B.C.'s largest district will return within years. The three-storey design may set a trend.
Vancouver woman allegedly held against will in own van
A woman in Vancouver was allegedly held against her will inside her own vehicle, according to RCMP. Police are investigating the disturbing incident reported on January 5, 2026.
Attempted Kidnapping at Banff Christmas Market Under Investigation
Calgary Police and Banff RCMP are asking the public for information regarding an attempted kidnapping outside the Banff Christmas Market on December 13. Authorities urge anyone with details to come forward.
Banff Kidnapping Attempt: Police Seek Public's Help
Calgary police are investigating an attempted kidnapping of a family in Banff on December 13. Authorities urge witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
Illegal Border-Crosser Charged in Toronto Kidnapping Plot
Osman Azizov, accused of plotting kidnappings, entered Canada as an irregular border-crosser in 2017. His refugee claim was denied, yet he stayed for six more years. Explore the security and immigration concerns raised by this case.
Dad uses parental controls to find abducted daughter
A quick-thinking father used smartphone parental controls to locate his daughter after she was abducted at knifepoint while walking her dog on Christmas Day. Read the full story of the rescue.
All Nigerian schoolchildren rescued after kidnapping
All children and staff abducted from a Nigerian school have been found safe, church officials announced. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Kenyan church celebrates birth of 'Black Messiah' at Christmas
A church in Kenya marked Christmas with a celebration of the 'Black Messiah,' a distinctive local interpretation of the Nativity. Explore this unique cultural and religious observance.
Nigerian families reunite with kidnapped schoolchildren
Emotional scenes in Nigeria as 28 students from St. Mary's Catholic School are freed after a harrowing kidnapping ordeal. Read about their safe return and the ongoing security challenges.
Bail for Toronto Kidnapping, Hate Crime Suspect Sparks Fury
Outrage in Toronto as 18-year-old Osman Azizov, facing charges including kidnapping, sexual assault with a weapon, and hate-motivated crimes, is released on bail. Critics question public safety.
Last of kidnapped Nigerian pupils handed over
The Nigerian government has secured the release of the final kidnapped pupils from St. Mary's Catholic School. Get the latest details on this developing story.
130 Nigerian Catholic Schoolchildren Freed After Kidnapping
Nigerian authorities have secured the release of 130 students and staff kidnapped from a Catholic school in November 2025. The operation marks a significant development in the country's ongoing security challenges.
Youths Arrested After Threats at N.B. Middle School
Two youths were arrested after threats were made at Eleanor W. Graham Middle School in Rexton, N.B. Police responded swiftly, ensuring school safety. Read the latest details.
Before and After School Care Returns to South Huron
South Huron families will see the return of before and after school childcare programs next year, a critical service for working parents. Learn about the reinstatement and its impact on the community.
Pope summons world's cardinals for governance assembly
Pope Leo XIV has called cardinals from around the world to the Vatican for a crucial meeting to assist in governing the Catholic Church. The assembly highlights his collaborative leadership approach.
Toronto terror cell foiled; targeted Jews, women: police
A joint police operation in the GTA has arrested three men allegedly plotting ISIS-inspired attacks on Jewish people and the abduction of women. Police say they prevented a potential Bondi Beach-style tragedy.
Pope names pro-immigrant bishop for Florida diocese
Pope Francis appoints Rev. Manuel Rodriguez, known for his immigrant advocacy, as bishop of the Palm Beach diocese, home to Trump's Mar-a-Lago. Read the full story.
Holy Land's top Catholic leader makes visit to Gaza parish
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem visited a Catholic parish in Gaza, meeting children in a symbolic gesture of hope during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the full story.
Edmonton students shovel snow for city challenge
Edmonton students tackle snow clearing in their neighbourhoods as part of a city-wide initiative. See how youth are stepping up to help their community this winter.
Vancouver school board votes to permanently close Carleton Elementary
The Vancouver School Board has permanently closed Sir Guy Carleton Elementary, vacant since a 2016 fire. The decision ends a costly decade of maintaining the empty heritage site. Read the full story.
Man kidnapped, assaulted in Mississauga; 3 suspects at large
Peel police charge one man after a violent 2024 kidnapping in Mississauga, but three suspects remain on the run. The victim was assaulted and forced into a pickup truck.
Mississauga man charged in violent kidnapping, extortion
A 24-year-old Mississauga man faces multiple charges after a violent kidnapping and extortion. Police also warn of a spike in Halton Region break-ins targeting homes near green spaces.
$20.2M for new Simcoe County public school
The Ontario government is investing $20.2 million to build a new public school in Simcoe County. The funding, announced in December 2025, aims to address growing community needs.
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