Charitable groups in Calgary, including the Drop-In Centre and Salvation Army, provided meals, warmth, and gifts to hundreds in need on Christmas Day 2025. Volunteers shared their motivation to make the day special for the city's most vulnerable.
Calgary Fire Department is investigating a garage fire that occurred on Christmas Eve in the city's northwest. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the incident.
A person was injured in a Thursday morning collision on Macleod Trail in Calgary. Emergency services responded to the scene around 8 a.m. Get the latest details on the incident.
Calgary Herald's 2025 Changemakers project reveals 20 actionable ideas from local leaders on building a better city, from youth investment to global events. Discover their insights.
The Salvation Army makes an urgent plea for donations as its Christmas Kettle Campaign lags. Demand for food, shelter, and support hit 1.5 million visits in Ontario last year.
Canadian Army Reserve soldiers from northern Ontario delivered Christmas Eve cheer to veterans in long-term care homes, honouring their service and sacrifice. Read about this heartwarming tradition.
Discover the best holiday events and activities in Calgary this weekend, from dazzling light festivals to last-minute shopping and festive traditions. Plan your perfect seasonal outing.
Sporting Christmas sees a historic day with nearly $120,000 raised, including a single anonymous gift of $74,512. The campaign supports the Salvation Army's holiday hamper program in Saskatoon.
A Calgary man faces charges after two early-morning break-and-enters in the city's northwest. Police responded to alarms and apprehended a suspect. Learn the details.
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool passes, and the reasons behind the municipal fee hikes.
The Salvation Army has launched a warming centre in downtown Prince Albert, offering refuge for up to 35 guests during extreme winter cold. Learn about this vital community service.
In December 1999, Calgary shattered temperature records with a 20°C Christmas heat wave. Residents golfed, swam, and soaked up the sun. Discover the story of this upside-down holiday season.
A new warming centre operated by the Salvation Army is now open in Prince Albert, offering shelter and amenities for up to 35 residents during dangerous winter temperatures. Learn more about this vital community service.
Volunteer Pamela Nand shares her experience as an 'elf' at the Salvation Army's Christmas toy shop in Vancouver, helping parents select gifts through The Province's Empty Stocking Fund.
The Salvation Army in Winnipeg has just two days to raise $127,000 to meet its Christmas kettle campaign goal. The charity is calling for a community miracle to support vital programs.
The U.S. Army plans to limit a longstanding preference for blind vendors in dining hall contracts, a move critics call part of a broader attack on programs for underrepresented workers. Learn the details and potential legal challenges.
The Salvation Army in Sydney, N.S., reports a critical shortage of winter clothing as demand surges. Community donations are urgently needed to help families stay warm this season.
Calgary police are investigating two sexual assaults reported in the same southwest area. Authorities are asking the public for any video or information to help solve the cases.
The Israeli cabinet has voted to close the historic Army Radio station, ending a 75-year broadcast era. Prime Minister Netanyahu supported the controversial decision.
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
A visual recap of Calgary's weekend: 340 holiday hampers delivered to veterans, a festive party for kids, and a high-scoring Flames victory. See the community in action.
The Sporting Christmas campaign nears $50,000, with donors honouring loved ones like Corrine Weiman and supporting the Salvation Army's hamper program in Saskatoon. Learn how to contribute.
The Salvation Army makes an urgent appeal as donations to its crucial Red Kettle Campaign lag behind. Your support is needed now to help vulnerable Canadians this holiday season.
A pedestrian has died after a collision in northeast Calgary, becoming the 15th such fatality in 2025. This tragic incident surpasses the total number of pedestrian deaths recorded in all of 2024.
Discover Calgary's top weekend events, including the Alberta Theatre Project's 'Wizard of Oz' and navigating winter weather. Plan your days with our curated guide.
Columnist Steve Murphy urges Canadians to celebrate the season by supporting the Salvation Army's vital community work. Discover the impact of their Christmas Kettle campaign.
The Salvation Army's Toy Mountain campaign in Kitchener is experiencing a significant donation shortfall, prompting an urgent call for community support to ensure children receive gifts this holiday season.
The Salvation Army in Edmonton has raised only 30% of its $500,000 Christmas Kettle goal with one week left. Officials express concern and call for urgent donations and volunteers.
The Lighthouse in Orillia faces a critical funding shortfall, threatening its essential services for the community. Learn about the urgent appeal and how it impacts local support systems.
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas toy program in Edmonton is set to distribute 4,000 gifts to local families in need this holiday season, bringing early joy to the community.