Alberta judge calls referendum bill undemocratic
An Edmonton judge has declared proposed Alberta legislation on citizen-led referendum drives as undemocratic. The ruling highlights tensions over democratic processes in the province.
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UBC students sing for ocean protection fundraiser
UBC engineering student Emiko Wijeysundera leads 35 singers in 'Saltwater,' a charity mash-up to fund mangrove restoration. The project supports coastal resilience.
Alberta anti-separatist petition may trigger separation vote
An Alberta group's petition to affirm provincial unity has met the threshold for a referendum, potentially forcing a vote on separation. Discover the ironic twist.
StartWork Helps Refugees Find Employment in Alberta
A government-partnered program in Calgary has helped 40 refugees find work through specialized training with four employers. Learn how this initiative is changing lives.
Open drug use declines in Sudbury's downtown core
A Greater Sudbury police initiative to improve downtown safety is yielding positive results, with a noticeable drop in open drug use and other offences. Learn about the strategy and its impact.
Canada Joins EU Defence Push, Carney Reshuffles Cabinet
Canada commits to a European Union initiative to boost military spending. In a related move, PM Mark Carney announces a cabinet shuffle, bringing back Marc Miller. Explore the strategic implications.
Preston residents, restaurants support homeless shelters
Cambridge community unites for winter clothing drive, collecting coats and essentials for local homeless shelters. See how residents and restaurants are making a difference.
London collects 230 medications to prevent misuse
London's GBPH initiative successfully collected 230 medications to combat prescription drug misuse. Learn how this community effort protects public health and safety.
Tom Jackson's national socks campaign begins in Halifax
Canadian actor Tom Jackson kicks off his national socks campaign in Halifax, continuing his long-standing commitment to supporting vulnerable communities across Canada.
Edmonton Elks Read to Students for Literacy
Edmonton Elks players and alumni visited St. Maria Goretti Catholic School to promote literacy. Discover how this community effort is inspiring young readers.
Windsor's Circular Monday Promotes Sustainable Living
Windsor's Circular Monday initiative encourages residents to embrace reuse, recycling and sustainable products. Learn how this local movement is changing consumer habits.
Carney signs AI partnership with India and Australia
Prime Minister Mark Carney announces groundbreaking AI and technology partnership between Canada, India, and Australia during G20 Summit in Johannesburg.
St. Mary's Students Reflect on Homelessness Experience
Students at St. Mary's High School in Kitchener gained firsthand insight into homelessness through an overnight tent initiative, fostering empathy and awareness about housing insecurity in their community.
Imperfect trees saved from discard find home at hospital
Barrie hospital becomes sanctuary for imperfect trees that would typically be discarded. Discover how this initiative benefits both environment and patient wellbeing.
LCBO adopting Ontario paper bags by summer 2026
The LCBO plans to introduce paper bags manufactured in Ontario by summer 2026, marking a significant sustainability shift for Canada's liquor retailer. Learn about this environmental initiative.
Corb Lund petition to ban Alberta coal mining
Country artist Corb Lund launches citizen initiative to permanently protect Alberta's Eastern Slopes from coal mining. 177,752 signatures needed to advance the petition.
Saskatchewan spends $1.5M on homeless hotel rooms
Saskatchewan government allocates $1.5 million for emergency hotel accommodations to support people experiencing homelessness during winter months. Learn about this critical initiative.
Saskatchewan expands homelessness strategy with $20M
Saskatchewan announces $20 million expansion to homelessness strategy. Learn how this funding will address housing crisis and support vulnerable populations across the province.
Lethbridge Holiday Bus Returns for Christmas Hope
Lethbridge Transit unveils festive holiday bus to boost Christmas Hope campaign. Discover how this tinsel-wrapped initiative brings seasonal cheer while supporting community giving.
Windsor resident creates front lawn food pantry
A Windsor resident transforms their front yard into a community food pantry with a 'take what you need, leave what you can' philosophy, addressing local food insecurity.
Calgary Food Bank Receives Massive Baby Formula Donation
The Calgary Food Bank experiences overwhelming response to FormulaWon initiative with massive baby formula donation. Community support reaches new heights in addressing infant nutrition needs.
Edmonton's Plan to Fast-Track Infill Housing
Edmonton launches a new initiative to speed up infill housing approvals with pre-approved designs, cutting wait times from months to weeks to meet City Plan goals.
Trump's child care remarks draw hypocrisy accusations
Donald Trump's Bible-quoting speech about protecting vulnerable children faced immediate backlash over his administration's record on food assistance programs. Critics highlight stark contrast between rhetoric and policy actions.
Alberta's $7M sports grant funds recreation projects
Alberta's $7 million Active Communities Initiative is funding recreation projects across the province, including Canada's largest pickleball facility in Spruce Grove and Edmonton rink upgrades.
355 Affordable Homes Coming to North Edmonton
The City of Ottawa announces 355 accelerated affordable housing units in north Edmonton to address housing crisis. Federal investment aims to create homes for vulnerable Canadians.
Feds to redevelop Alta Vista public property for housing
The Canadian government is moving forward with plans to convert public property in Ottawa's Alta Vista neighborhood into housing. Learn how this initiative addresses urban development needs.
Windsor University Students Combat Opioid Crisis
University of Windsor students take action against the opioid crisis by distributing naloxone kits and hosting training sessions on campus. Learn how young leaders are making a difference.
Zuckerberg-Chan Shift Philanthropy to Science, AI & Biology
Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are redirecting their philanthropic empire toward cutting-edge science, with artificial intelligence and biology research taking center stage in their mission to eradicate disease.
FIFA Unveils New Peace Prize for World Cup Ceremony
FIFA announces historic new peace award recognizing humanitarian contributions through football, with first presentation scheduled for April's World Cup draw ceremony in Doha.
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.
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