Health Canada's drug crisis response lacks urgency: advocate
Jeremy Kalicum, co-founder of DULF, expresses shock at Health Canada's slow response to the overdose crisis. Read about the fight for a safe drug supply in Vancouver.
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Ottawa councillor complaints jump to 17 in 2025
Ottawa's integrity commissioner reports a rise in complaints about disrespectful constituent communications. Learn about the new strategies to protect city staff.
Windsor mayor promises smaller blue bin options
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens announces a solution for residents struggling with new oversized recycling bins. A pathway to smaller bins is coming. Read the latest on Ontario's new recycling program.
Saskatoon homeless population surges to nearly 2,000
Saskatoon faces growing homelessness crisis as numbers jump by 400 to nearly 2,000 residents. City officials declare emergency situation requiring urgent action.
Nova Scotia Power Responds to Customer Billing Concerns
Nova Scotia Power representatives will address customer billing and safety concerns at Tuesday's government committee meeting. Learn about the key issues and expected outcomes.
15+ Impaired Driving Complaints in Waterloo Region
Waterloo Regional Police dealt with over a dozen impaired driving reports during a three-day period. Learn about the enforcement efforts and safety concerns.
Montreal leader questions Legault's immigration stance
Projet Montréal's interim leader Ericka Alneus expresses discomfort with Premier Legault linking immigration to homelessness. Read about the political debate over Montreal's housing crisis.
Winnipeg-Kenora housing crisis: 1,600 units short
The Winnipeg-Kenora region faces a severe housing deficit exceeding 1,600 units amid soaring rental costs and rising homelessness. Learn how this crisis is impacting communities.
Scotiabank fined $34k for harassing debt calls
Scotiabank will pay nearly $34,000 after Consumer Protection B.C. found the bank harassed a client with over 100 collection calls. Learn your rights against debt collection harassment.
Scotiabank contacted debtor 100+ times: B.C. regulator
A British Columbia regulator resolves complaint after Scotiabank made over 100 contacts with a debtor. Learn about the resolution and banking regulations.
B.C. police complaints up, serious harm cases down
Police complaints in British Columbia increased by 32% last year, while serious harm investigations dropped significantly. Learn about the changing landscape of police oversight in B.C.
Crisis complaints surge in B.C., ombudsperson reports
B.C. Ombudsperson Jay Chalke reveals significant increase in crisis-driven complaints amid growing public service challenges. Learn about the emerging trends and concerns.
WestJet CEO apologizes for 200 disability complaints
WestJet's CEO told a parliamentary committee the airline received 200 disability complaints in 2023, calling each case 'unacceptable' and vowing improvements for accessible air travel in Canada.
Gaza's Schools Destroyed, Children Cannot Return to Class
The ongoing conflict has devastated Gaza's education system, with most schools destroyed and hundreds of thousands of children unable to resume their studies. Learn about the humanitarian impact.
Non-911 Crisis Response Serves 4,000 Ottawa Calls
Ottawa's innovative non-911 crisis response team successfully managed over 4,000 mental health calls in its inaugural year, providing specialized care and reducing police involvement.
Patient complaints rising in Ontario healthcare system
Ontario's ombudsman reports significant increase in patient complaints about healthcare services. Learn about the concerns and what it means for healthcare access.
UN: Sudan relief operations near collapse
The UN migration agency warns Sudan's humanitarian operations are collapsing amid escalating violence. Millions face starvation as aid delivery becomes impossible.
Manitoba Municipalities Push for Mental Health Law Reform
Manitoba municipalities are urging the provincial government to review mental health legislation to reduce police involvement in crisis response. Learn about the renewed calls for change.
Barrie Mayor Seeks National Alliance on Homelessness
Barrie's mayor travels to Vancouver to build cross-country coalition demanding urgent federal action on Canada's escalating homelessness crisis. Exclusive details inside.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Quebec Anti-Corruption Police See 40% Report Surge
UPAC, Quebec's anti-corruption police force, reports significant increase in tips and complaints amid growing public awareness and new reporting mechanisms.
Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse
Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.
Barrie addresses Milligan's Pond encampment with coordinated action
The City of Barrie is implementing a comprehensive strategy to address the growing encampment at Milligan's Pond, balancing community safety concerns with support services for vulnerable residents.
Cambridge Clears Homeless Encampment Over Safety Concerns
City crews removed a homeless encampment at Cambridge's 150 Main Street, citing fire hazards and public safety risks. The operation highlights ongoing tensions between municipal enforcement and vulnerable populations.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Canadian Forestry, Steel Workers Demand Urgent Government Action
United Steelworkers union demands immediate intervention from Canadian government as forestry and steel sectors face unprecedented crisis threatening thousands of jobs across multiple provinces.
158 BC drug deaths in September 2025: coroner
British Columbia's toxic drug supply continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with 158 deaths reported in September 2025. New data reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing public health emergency.
Poilievre vs Carney: Clash for Youth Vote
Discover how Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney are using vastly different approaches to connect with young Canadians facing economic uncertainty.
Trump: Maduro's Days Numbered, No Venezuela War Plans
Former U.S. President Donald Trump signals strong opposition to Nicolás Maduro's regime while emphasizing diplomatic pressure over military intervention in Venezuela's political crisis.
Canada's Prison Crisis: Beyond Bail Reform
Canada's correctional system faces a humanitarian crisis with overcrowded prisons, mental health emergencies, and soaring inmate deaths. Experts reveal why focusing solely on bail reform misses the bigger picture.
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