A Toronto judge has stayed charges against a teen accused of killing a cat and injuring a raccoon, citing excessive delays by police and the Crown in providing evidence. Read the full ruling details.
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An Edmonton judge has dismissed an appeal in a cat custody case, firmly stating that pet ownership is not equivalent to parenthood under the law. The ruling upholds a previous decision on the matter.
A Toronto judge has halted an animal cruelty case from 2024 due to disclosure delays, leaving the cat's owner stunned and Riverdale residents frustrated. Get the full story.
A Calgary woman faces charges after the suspicious death of an elderly woman in a southwest home. Police are investigating the homicide in Canyon Meadows.
Calgary police are investigating an undetermined death in the northwest community of Edgemont. One person is in custody as the investigation continues. Details are limited.
Animal rescue groups saved 41 cats from a hoarding situation in Wynyard, Sask. The director of Mozart Sympawthy Animal Sanctuary is calling for mandatory spay and neuter bylaws to prevent future cases.
Residents in Wynyard, Sask. are raising alarms after police discovered a woman's body and over 40 cats during a wellness check at a condemned home on Jan. 2, 2026.
The murder trial for Damian Hudson, charged in the fatal shooting of Karolina Huebner-Makurat outside a Toronto safe injection site, has concluded, raising critical questions about safety and policy. Read the full analysis.
A Saskatchewan cat rescue is pleading for support after rescuing over 30 felines from a dilapidated Wynyard hoarder home. Discover how you can help.
The Purrfect Cup Cat Café in downtown Saskatoon is moving locations due to ongoing vandalism, public drug use, and safety concerns. Owner Sydney Sylvester details the costly impact.
Kamloops RCMP have opened a homicide investigation following the suspicious death of Muhammad 'Ash' Zafar. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
SOS Prairie Rescue removed 15 cats from a condemned Saskatoon property on January 6, 2026. The animal rescue described the conditions as horrific. Read the full story.
A female inmate has died while in custody at the Women's Correctional Centre in Headingley, Manitoba. Manitoba Justice confirmed the death on January 5, 2026.
Longueuil police are investigating after a man in his 50s was found deceased at a residence in Brossard on Sunday. Authorities are treating the death as suspicious.
Discover the most popular names for cats and dogs in Winnipeg for 2025. Find inspiration for your new furry family member and see if your pet's name made the list!
A Kitchener woman's Christmas wish came true when she was reunited with her beloved cat, Smudge, after a seven-month separation. Read this heartwarming story of hope.
A Vancouver Island family is on high alert after a cougar climbed onto their deck and killed their pet cat. The incident highlights growing wildlife encounters in rural areas. Read about the safety concerns and official response.
A Vancouver Island family is shaken after a cougar climbed onto their deck and killed their pet cat, Boots, on December 28, 2025. The incident has raised safety concerns for local residents.
Calgary police are investigating an undetermined death in the northwest community of Citadel. An autopsy is scheduled for December 31. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
A 44-year-old Quebec man died after being found in a rip current off a Florida beach. Lifeguards performed rescue efforts, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating a sudden death that occurred on December 25, 2025. Details remain limited as the investigation is ongoing.
Ottawa Fire Services crews performed a delicate rescue to free a cat named Snickers from inside a car's dashboard on Dec. 24, 2025. Read the heartwarming holiday story.
The flat-headed cat, a rare feline feared extinct, has been spotted in Thailand. This significant rediscovery offers new hope for conservation efforts.
A viral video shows a Portland woman's explosive argument with Alaska Airlines staff after they refused her two cats. The incident highlights airline pet policies and holiday travel frustrations.
RCMP are investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Merritt, B.C., stating foul play is suspected. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The Toronto Humane Society is looking for a special adopter for Milo and Sky, a bonded pair of affectionate 10-year-old cats. Learn about their personalities and the adoption offer.
The trial of a London babysitter charged in the death of toddler Nathaniel McLellan has been delayed again due to legal arguments. Get the latest details from court.
London Police Service has launched a death investigation after a woman was discovered with a traumatic injury in a south end residence. Details remain limited as authorities work to determine the circumstances.
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating a suspicious death in the remote community of Wollaston Lake. The investigation began on December 19, 2025. Get the latest details.