A new study reveals development charges in Edmonton have soared 628% since 2010, the highest rate among major cities. Despite the spike, fees per unit remain the lowest, aiding affordability. Explore the details and impacts.
Ontario has introduced a revised kindergarten curriculum. Learn about the key changes, their goals for early learning, and what they mean for families across the province.
A CDC committee's vote to roll back the universal Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns has parents, including a Canadian educator, fearing for children's health and reconsidering family size. Read her powerful plea.
A Quebec researcher reveals street gangs are targeting younger children, often with trauma histories. Learn about the findings and the urgent call for intervention.
Edmonton city council approved a rezoning for six condos in Crestwood after the developer changed plans from an 11-unit apartment. The decision followed intense public feedback and a lengthy hearing.
Ten years after losing his battle with brain cancer, Evan Leversage's spirit continues to inspire his community in St. George, Ontario. Discover how his memory brings light and hope.
A tribunal decision has cleared the final hurdle for a major three-tower condo development at the site of the former Preston Springs Hotel in Cambridge, paving the way for significant urban transformation.
A federal vaccine committee, now led by skeptics, voted to halt guidance for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination. Public health experts warn this could lead to thousands of preventable infections and dangerous confusion.
Jodie Foster opens up about a horrific childhood memory involving her puppy's death, which she secretly believed was a 'Faustian bargain' for her early fame. Discover how it shaped her life and career.
The City of Ottawa has extended its child-care funding agreement, yet families continue to wait for affordable $10-a-day spots and more spaces. Learn about the ongoing challenges and what it means for parents.
Regina city council has approved opening applications for proposals to develop 'The Yards' railyard site, marking a major step in urban revitalization. Learn about the next phase for this key project.
Vancouver planning staff propose reducing developer fees and easing affordability rules to keep projects moving. The trade-offs include less funding for public art and delayed infrastructure.
Kelowna city staff propose trading industrial land to preserve Kelowna Springs Golf Course as 9-hole facility while allowing partial industrial development. Read the details.
Quebec child-care unions demand a moratorium on the expanded religious symbols ban, warning it targets Muslim women, worsens labour shortages, and harms inclusivity.
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
Ottawa announces updated $1.6 billion child-care agreement with Saskatchewan, representing significant funding increase for affordable childcare across the province.
Saskatchewan has secured a five-year extension of its child-care agreement with the federal government, ensuring continued affordable childcare support for families across the province.
East Preston, Nova Scotia will welcome nearly 50 new child-care spaces in 2025, addressing critical childcare shortages in the community. Learn how this expansion supports local families.
Advocates say Manitoba's promised child care system expansion is falling far behind schedule, calling for a complete overhaul of the current funding framework to address critical shortages.
Ottawa City Hall considers building housing in Old Ottawa East's People's Park, sparking community discussion about urban development and green space preservation.
Waterloo Region is expanding affordable childcare with 4,000 new funded spaces by 2026 as waitlists continue to grow. Learn how this initiative addresses the childcare crisis.
Daycare by Design officially opened its doors in Saint John, NB, marking a significant addition to the city's childcare services. Learn about this new facility's impact on local families.
Canadian YouTuber Mai Pham rebuilt her childhood bedroom in NYC as a therapeutic space. The 22-year-old with 3M subscribers shares her journey from Alberta isolation to family reconciliation.
Australian researchers suggest asking infants for consent before diaper changes to normalize bodily autonomy from early childhood. Learn about this new parenting approach.
B.C.'s child-care program now has Canada's highest fees despite NDP promises. Only 10% of spaces are $10/day while families pay up to $95 daily. Learn about the economic impact.
Zachery Laliberty, 11, from London, Ont., battles a brain tumour after losing his father to cancer. His story of resilience and healing through music is an inspiration.
A mother shares her emotional journey raising a speech-delayed daughter in Canada, exploring the challenges and beautiful connections beyond words. Discover how love communicates without speech.
Vancouver city council has voted to rezone elementary school land for condominium development. Learn about this controversial decision and its implications for urban planning.
Nova Scotia government expands child-care access with new spaces in Inverness and Canso. Learn how this initiative supports families and early childhood development.
A British Columbia town faces transformative growth as LNG projects spark heated debate over economic benefits versus environmental concerns. Learn about the impacts.