Toy Mountain 2025 wraps up successful season in Barrie
CTV's Toy Mountain campaign concludes another season of giving in Barrie, collecting donations for local children. See how the community came together for the holidays.
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Calgary woman can't afford doctor's fee for disability form
A Calgary woman on AISH says a $420 doctor's fee prevents her from applying for the federal disability tax credit, risking a $200 monthly clawback. The deadline is February 28.
Final Walk-In Clinic in Huron-Perth Closing This Month
The South Huron Medical Centre's weekend walk-in clinic in Exeter, Ont. will shut down on Dec. 29, 2025. This closure marks the end of accessible after-hours care in the region, raising concerns for residents.
Rome to charge visitors for Trevi Fountain access
Rome will implement an entry fee for the Trevi Fountain in 2025 to manage crowds and fund maintenance during the Jubilee Year, which expects millions of visitors.
BrandSafway Ranked 6th Top Specialty Contractor by ENR
Engineering News Record ranks BrandSafway sixth globally among specialty contractors. The firm has held a top-ten spot for 17 years, supporting iconic projects from Toronto to Norway.
Visa, Mastercard settle ATM fee lawsuit for $167.5M
Visa and Mastercard agree to a $167.5 million settlement over claims they conspired to keep ATM access fees high. Get the details on the class action lawsuit.
Quebec Doctors Vote 97% for Deal to Add 500,000 Patients
Quebec family doctors have overwhelmingly approved a new agreement with the province, a move expected to connect half a million more patients with a GP. Read the details of the landmark deal.
B.C. FOI 'Black Box' Exposed in Watchdog Study
A new study by B.C.'s information watchdog is investigating the opaque 'black box' of the province's freedom of information systems. Learn about the findings and their implications for transparency.
New Community Legal Clinic Launched on Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island announces a new community legal clinic to improve access to justice for residents. Learn about the initiative and its goals for 2025.
Santé Québec's French-only site a barrier for anglophones
Advocates argue the Santé Québec website's lack of English violates rights to health services in one's mother tongue. A reader's letter calls for compassion over language enforcement.
Quebec Pharmacist Powers Expansion Slow to Roll Out
The expansion of Quebec pharmacists' prescribing powers, announced to improve healthcare access, is experiencing significant implementation delays. Learn about the causes and impacts.
Safety fears as Winnipeg hospital bus stop moved
The relocation of a bus stop from Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg has raised significant safety and accessibility concerns for vulnerable patients and staff. Learn about the community's response.
Bill 12 Puts Disabled Albertans at Risk, Critics Say
Alberta's UCP government passed Bill 12, redefining disability support and moving 77,000 people to a new program. Advocates call it a cruel move on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Quebec abortion clinic buffer zone law challenged in court
Final arguments are being heard in a Montreal court challenge against Quebec's law requiring protesters to stay 50 metres from abortion clinics. The case tests the balance between access and protest rights.
$10K NHLPA Grant for North Bay North Stars Adaptive Hockey
The NHLPA has awarded a $10,000 grant to North Bay's North Stars hockey program, providing new gear for players with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Discover how this initiative is breaking down barriers to the sport.
TD pledges $1.5M to National access Arts Centre for artists with disabilities
TD Bank Group announces a $1.5 million commitment to the National access Arts Centre to fund programs and artists with disabilities, highlighting employment and inclusion on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
TD invests $1.5M in National accessArts Centre programs
TD Bank pledges $1.5 million to the National accessArts Centre in Calgary, boosting its support for artists with disabilities. Total investment to surpass $2.2 million by 2028.
TD Bank pledges $1.5M to National access Arts Centre
TD Bank Group announces a $1.5 million grant to Calgary's National access Arts Centre, funding programs and supporting artists with disabilities. Discover how this investment empowers great artists.
Russia Blocks Access to Gaming Platform Roblox
Russian authorities have blocked access to the popular U.S. children's gaming platform Roblox. The move, reported in December 2025, restricts a major online space for young users.
Calgary rally protests Alberta disability benefit changes
Demonstrators in Calgary protest Alberta's plan to alter disability benefits next summer. Activists and community groups unite, fearing negative impacts on vulnerable residents.
Quebec medical directors vow to defy health-care law Bill 2
Heads of Quebec's family medicine departments refuse to implement parts of Bill 2, citing overburdened clinics and a flawed surveillance role. They demand suspension of key articles.
5,000 Regina patients lose family doctors after clinic closure
The sudden closure of The Gardens Community Health Centre in Regina has left thousands scrambling for care, highlighting Saskatchewan's ongoing primary care crisis. Learn what happened and the political fallout.
ODSP rules leave Windsor widow without survivor's pension
A Windsor, Ont. widow is left without financial support after her husband's death due to strict Ontario Disability Support Program eligibility rules. Learn about the policy gap affecting vulnerable families.
Survey: Lack of doctors still a major issue in Saskatchewan
A new Angus Reid Institute survey confirms Saskatchewan's family doctor shortage remains a critical problem. Read the details and what it means for residents' healthcare access.
Winnipeg Toy Mountain adds new donation sites for 2025
Winnipeg's Toy Mountain campaign adds new drop-off locations to meet rising holiday demand. Donate a new, unwrapped toy at Access Storage and other sites across the city.
Blind Ontario man wins $28,000 in discrimination case
Erik Burggraaf of St. Catharines awarded $28,000+ after Human Rights Tribunal finds call-centre company engaged in discriminatory practices against blind employee.
Australia bans children from YouTube accounts Dec 10
Australia will bar children from creating YouTube accounts starting December 10 in a major social media experiment. Learn what this means for digital youth access and online safety policies.
Reddit Becomes Unlikely Doctor Finder in Ottawa
Faced with a failing provincial system, young Ottawans are using social media to find family doctors. Discover how Reddit fills healthcare gaps where official programs fail.
Pat Foran Exposes Phone Scam Targeting Canadians
CTV journalist Pat Foran shares his experience with a phone scammer attempting remote access to his device. Learn how to protect yourself from similar fraud attempts.
Easter Seals Ambassador Thanks Windsor Community
Windsor's Easter Seals ambassador Cam Seguin expresses gratitude for community support. Learn how local backing makes a difference for people with disabilities.
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