Ontario's Critical Housing Choice: Cut HST to Save Jobs
Ontario faces a stark housing crisis with sales plummeting. Cutting the provincial HST on new homes under $1M could save 100,000 jobs and protect billions in revenue. The time to act is now.
Category : Search result: Ontario childcare crisis
Alberta ER Doctor: Health Crisis Was 'Predictable'
Dr. Raj Sherman warns Alberta's health care crisis was avoidable. Get the full story on the systemic failures and the urgent call for solutions.
Northern Ontario homelessness crisis outpaces local resources
A new report reveals homelessness in Northern Ontario is rising faster than communities can manage. The crisis is highlighted by a fatal tent fire in Sudbury. Read more on the urgent need for solutions.
Ontario homeless population hits 85,000, up 8% in a year
A new report reveals nearly 85,000 Ontarians are homeless, an 8% annual increase. The crisis demands urgent housing and support action. Read the full analysis.
$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.
Windsor Crisis Response Team Answers 4,210 Calls in 2025
Windsor's Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team responded to 4,210 calls in 2025, a critical service blending mental health support with policing. Learn about their impact and future.
Ontario housing sector urges HST cut to avert crisis
BILD warns Ontario's housing starts could halve by 2030 without intervention. A proposed HST cut on new homes aims to save jobs and billions in revenue. Read the analysis.
Experts: Ontario Housing Market to Worsen in 2026
Real estate specialists predict a challenging year for Ontario's housing market in 2026, with affordability and supply issues expected to intensify. Learn what's ahead.
Rain, Snow Warnings for Northeastern Ontario
CTV's Rick Wyman details a mixed severe weather forecast for northeastern Ontario, with rain warnings in some areas and snowfall expected in others. Stay informed on the conditions.
Saint-Ubalde's Only Public Daycare Closing in 2026
The only public daycare in rural Saint-Ubalde, Quebec, is shutting down. This closure leaves families in the community without a crucial local service. Read about the impact.
Nova Scotia Families Face Critical Daycare Shortage
Many Nova Scotia families are in crisis as they struggle to find available daycare spaces. The Portland Daycare Centre in Dartmouth highlights a province-wide accessibility issue. Learn about the ongoing challenge.
Vancouver renters share rooms with strangers in housing crisis
Desperate renters in Vancouver are agreeing to share bedrooms with strangers and live without tenancy protections due to soaring rents. Learn about the risks and legal loopholes.
Socialist Zohran Mamdani Begins Term as New York City Mayor
Zohran Mamdani, a socialist Democrat, is sworn in as New York City's first Muslim mayor. His ambitious agenda of rent freezes and universal childcare faces a major test in navigating a relationship with President Donald Trump.
Federal money to help Ottawa tackle toxic drug crisis
Ottawa is set to deploy nearly $4 million in federal funding to combat the toxic drug supply. Learn how the city plans to use these critical resources for harm reduction and public health.
Federal Crackdown on Somali-Run Day Care Fraud in Minnesota
A surge of federal officers targets Minnesota following new fraud allegations against Somali-run day care centres. Explore the investigation, past cases, and political fallout.
Aid Cuts Deepen Hunger Crisis for Millions in Afghanistan
A severe humanitarian crisis grips Afghanistan as international aid reductions leave millions facing hunger. The AP reports on the escalating situation and its devastating impact on vulnerable families.
5 Things to Know About Canada's Cost of Living Crisis
Inflation, food prices, and interest rates strained Canadian wallets in 2025. Explore five crucial facts about the affordability crisis and its impact.
Barrie Cares Campus Provides Over 70 Beds for Homeless
The Barrie Cares Campus of Care is making significant progress in addressing local homelessness, now offering over 70 beds. See how this community initiative is providing critical support and shelter.
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.
Lucknow Opens New Kin Centre and Daycare with Festival Funds
A new Kin Centre and childcare facility has opened in Lucknow, Ontario, funded by the local LondonCountry festival. The project supports community space and childcare needs.
Tire recycling dispute leaves scrap rubber piling up in Ontario
A dispute over millions in recycling fees has halted Ontario's tire program, causing scrap tires to accumulate across the province. Dealers warn of a growing environmental and logistical crisis.
Food insecurity persists in Ontario cities post-emergency
A year after declaring emergencies, cities across Ontario continue to grapple with severe food insecurity. Learn about the ongoing crisis and its impact on communities.
Marriage strained by 60+ hours of weekly grandchild care
A grandmother's 60-70 hour weekly childcare duty for her grandkids has led to an 8-year intimacy drought, pushing her marriage to the brink of separation. Advice columnist Dear Abby weighs in.
Ontario tire recycling breaks down as scrap piles up
Tire dealers across Ontario are raising alarms as recyclers stop accepting scrap tires, leading to dangerous stockpiles. Learn about the broken system and its environmental risks.
$25K Boost for Windsor Police Mental Health Teams
Windsor police and hospital officials announce a $25,000 investment to enhance local mobile mental health crisis response teams. Learn how this funding aims to improve community safety and care.
NDP Leader Demands More Funding for Cities on Homelessness
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles visited Windsor's Downtown Mission, urging increased provincial funding for cities to tackle homelessness and addiction crises. Read her call to action.
$3.9M to Restore Ontario Snowmobile Trail Network
The Ontario government is providing $3.9 million to restore 4,500 kilometres of snowmobile trails across the province, supporting winter tourism and recreation. Learn more about this key investment.
Halton Mayors Urge Ontario Emergency Declaration
Mayors across Halton Region are urging the Ontario government to declare a state of emergency to address the intertwined crises of homelessness and addiction. Learn about their urgent call for action.
New Windsor team supports youth in mental health crisis
Windsor launches a new Youth Crisis Response Team to provide immediate support for children experiencing mental health emergencies. Learn about this critical initiative.
Ottawa child-care crisis looms with federal RTO mandate
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
Page 1 of 4