Toronto Boy with Autism Finds Community at Variety Village
Kwesi Samuel, born at 23 weeks, finds solace and community at Toronto's Variety Village. His story highlights the vital role of inclusive spaces for children with autism and their families.
Kwesi Samuel, born at 23 weeks, finds solace and community at Toronto's Variety Village. His story highlights the vital role of inclusive spaces for children with autism and their families.
Closet Share, a Sudbury non-profit, can accept clothing donations again after a new deal with Value Village clears its backlog. The charity provides free clothing to those in need.
Explore the intricate miniature Christmas village in a Winnipeg basement, a labour of love requiring 60 hours of construction each holiday season. Discover this unique local festive tradition.
Ski resorts in Alberta and British Columbia are celebrating an unprecedented early-season snow dump, with hopes the 'insane conditions' last all winter. Discover the latest openings and events.
A two-year-old boy died in a northeast Edmonton townhouse fire on Nov. 28. Four others were hospitalized, including an infant girl in critical condition. Police are investigating.
Toronto Police are requesting a nearly $100 million increase to their 2026 operating budget. This comes as Statistics Canada reports a concerning rise in young people charged with murder.
Toronto police are searching for a suspect after a man was stabbed and injured near Dufferin and Castlefield on November 25, 2025. Authorities have released a photo of the individual wanted in connection with the assault.
The beloved holiday window displays are set to return to the former Hudson's Bay flagship in downtown Toronto this season, reviving a cherished tradition for families. Discover the details and what it means for the city.
Discover the festive magic in Metro Vancouver for Christmas 2025. Our guide lists must-visit events like the Robson Square rink and VanDusen lights. Plan your holiday season now!
Toronto is set for additional snowfall this week after Monday night's flurries. Get the latest forecast and winter weather details for the city.
Toronto police are searching for a driver who fled after striking a pedestrian in the Harbourfront area on December 1, 2025. The victim was injured in the incident.
A complex fire smoldering within the walls of two Toronto apartment buildings has forced nearly 400 units to evacuate. Fire Chief describes the challenge as officials work without a timeline for return.
Toronto is set to receive 2-4 cm of snow overnight, with flurries expected to start late. Get the latest timing and details on the first December snowfall.
Kings Landing Historical Settlement in Prince William, N.B., has launched a new Christmas Village Aglow event, illuminating the holiday season for visitors. Discover the festive details.
11-year-old Dalia Valle shares her powerful story of supporting her brother Mavi through his AVM rupture and recovery, highlighting the role of Variety Village and the Sun Christmas Fund.
Discover how a Turkish poet's innovative plan preserved Akyaka's charm against tourism development. Learn about sustainable community transformation in this inspiring story.
A 43-year-old Toronto man faces charges after a 27-year-old woman was struck by two vehicles that fled the scene in Scarborough. Police continue searching for second driver.
Toronto police have charged a man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run incident in Scarborough that left a pedestrian dead in May 2025. Learn the latest developments.
Multi-award winning saxophonist Perpetual Awele Atife and her One Village Orchestra perform a benefit concert in Calgary on November 29, 2025. Don't miss this special musical event for a great cause.
A woman is fighting for her life after an early morning stabbing in Toronto. Police have made one arrest and are investigating the violent incident.
A persistent electrical fire in East York's Thorncliffe Park led to power outages and the evacuation of two apartment buildings. Crews are battling the stubborn blaze.
Multiple Thorncliffe Park residents are without power after an electrical fire on November 27, 2025. Fire crews are currently on scene addressing the emergency situation.
Toronto police are searching for a suspect vehicle after 20 TTC bus shelters and 2 moving vehicles were shot with projectiles. Get the latest details on the investigation.
A magical Christmas village is coming to the Canadian Museum of History in December 2026. Santa Claus announced the festive attraction during a special ceremony in Gatineau.
Toronto officials assure the city will be prepared for 2026 FIFA World Cup hosting duties. Mayor Olivia Chow's administration addresses infrastructure and funding challenges ahead of the global event.
A TTC employee was stabbed at Dundas Station in downtown Toronto, coinciding with a police announcement about increased subway patrols. The suspect was arrested.
Hamilton police are investigating an alleged hate-motivated assault against a transgender person in Hess Village. Two suspects remain at large following the October 25 incident.
Toronto Police are investigating a stabbing at Dundas subway station. Get the latest details on the incident and public safety updates.
Toronto police are investigating two separate stabbings that left one man with life-threatening injuries and another seriously wounded. No arrests have been made in either case.
A man was seriously injured in a stabbing near Eglinton Avenue West and Dufferin Street. Toronto police are investigating the Tuesday evening incident.