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Saskatoon Approves Indigenous Peacekeepers Program

Saskatoon city council greenlights a one-year pilot program with Indigenous peacekeepers to support the homeless population downtown, offering a culturally-sensitive alternative to enforcement.

Grosvenor Park Shopping Centre Built in 1959

On this day in 1959, construction started on Saskatoon's Grosvenor Park Shopping Centre, a key part of the city's record $33 million building year. Explore this piece of local history.

First Nations Feed Indigenous Homeless in Calgary

Southern Alberta First Nations communities organize Feeding the People event to support unhoused Indigenous Calgarians. Learn how community solidarity addresses urban Indigenous homelessness.

Montreal Buys Condos to Combat Homelessness

A new Montreal initiative is purchasing condominiums to provide housing for the homeless. The project is now actively seeking local donors to help scale its impact and address the city's housing crisis.

Last-Minute Push for Salvation Army Rent Bank Funding

London City Council faces pressure to reopen 2026 budget deliberations after Salvation Army's rent bank program was omitted. The program helps prevent homelessness by providing emergency housing support.

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.

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.

Two more charged in 2024 Saskatoon murder

Saskatoon police have charged two additional individuals in connection with a 2024 homicide investigation. Get the latest updates on this developing case.

Saskatoon puts homelessness levy on hold

Saskatoon residents won't see a homelessness levy on tax bills soon as City Manager Jeff Jorgenson delays the proposal. Learn about the city's current approach to housing crisis.

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