A Vancouver mayoral candidate proposes allowing daycares 'as-of-right' in all neighbourhoods to tackle the city's severe shortage. The debate pits desperate parents against some residents' concerns.
A Quebec daycare owner facing assault allegations has been granted more time to sell her facilities. Get the latest details on this developing provincial story.
The Ontario Medical Association issues a stark warning about a growing family physician shortage, threatening access to primary care across the province. Learn the details and potential impacts.
An Edmonton court has dismissed a lawsuit involving a boy injured in a daycare 'swatting match' with a toy dinosaur. Get the full details on the case outcome and legal reasoning.
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.
Several grocery stores in Canada's Maritime provinces report a shortage of lactose-free milk as of January 2026. Learn about the impact and what it means for consumers with dietary needs.
Vancouver's Lapu-Lapu Day festival is set to return in 2026 with a focus on community healing, following a deadly SUV attack at the 2025 event. The community looks to rebuild and remember.
A new coffee table book captures the cultural phenomenon of The Penthouse Nightclub's witty marquee in Vancouver, from viral political messages to its unexpected role as a city landmark. Discover the stories behind the signs.
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.
After four decades, Chef Hervé Martin is retiring and closing The French Table on Main Street. Discover the legacy of this iconic Vancouver bistro and its final service date.
Metro Vancouver's housing market recorded its lowest sales in two decades in 2025, with high inventory pushing benchmark prices down by about 5%. Will 2026 bring a rebound?
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.
Minnesota investigators report child care centres accused of fraud in a viral video are currently operating. Discover the details of the investigation and what steps authorities are taking next.
Legendary soccer coach Carlo Ancelotti shares a New Year's greeting from his West Vancouver home, highlighting his local ties. Meanwhile, Vancouver's professional hockey teams face puzzling home and road struggles. Explore the latest in Vancouver sports.
Vancouver's ruling party, ABC, is under fire for using misleading citywide crime reduction figures in its year-end communications, despite having previously acknowledged the error. Discover the real numbers.
Unionized early childhood educators in Montreal have approved an agreement in principle, securing a new collective agreement. Learn the details and what it means for childcare in the city.
Environment Canada warns of hazardous travel in Metro Vancouver due to dense fog Wednesday morning. Near-zero visibility expected until late morning. Commuters urged to exercise extreme caution.
Ring in 2026 with a frigid dip! Metro Vancouver's polar bear swims, led by the 106-year-old English Bay event, offer a chilling start to the new year. Find times and locations from Deep Cove to White Rock.
Vancouver Police arrested a man on December 30 after he allegedly threatened a pedestrian with a knife while spray painting. Get the latest details on this downtown incident.
Vancouver police have confirmed the tragic discovery of a missing 16-year-old girl. The investigation is ongoing. Read the latest details on this developing story.
Goldilocks Bake Shop will shutter its Mount Pleasant bakery in March 2026, marking another loss for Vancouver's struggling restaurant scene. Learn about its legacy and the challenges facing local eateries.
The intensive care unit at Port Alberni's West Coast General Hospital is still closed as officials work to resolve a staffing issue. Learn about the impact on local healthcare.
A massive fraud scandal involving Minnesota's social programs has resurfaced, with allegations of millions lost to fake daycare centres and overseas transfers. Governor Tim Walz faces criticism for dismissing claims as racist.
Vancouver Police are investigating a serious assault after a man was slashed in the face at a Yaletown nightclub. Get the latest details on the incident.
Plan your holiday outings with our complete guide to what's open and closed in Metro Vancouver on Christmas Day and Boxing Day 2025. Find shopping hours, attractions, and more.
Farmers across the Maritimes are grappling with critical shortages of hay and animal feed following a severe summer drought, threatening livestock health and farm viability.
Vancouver police are searching for a driver who fled after striking and killing an 81-year-old woman on Rupert Street. The vehicle is a dark grey 1990s Volkswagen Golf.
An 81-year-old woman was fatally struck in a hit-and-run in East Vancouver on Dec. 22, 2025. Vancouver Police are urging witnesses to come forward with any information.
Vancouver police announce an attempted murder charge following a stabbing at a Downtown Eastside rooming house. Get the latest details on the incident and police response.
Discover the final festive events and activities in Metro Vancouver this weekend, from the CPKC Holiday Train to holiday markets. Plan your last-minute Christmas fun now!