Edmonton cancer bell ceremony returns after outcry
Alberta Health Services reinstates the cherished bell-ringing ceremony at Edmonton's Cross Cancer Institute after families voiced their concerns. Read the full story of community impact.
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Stollery Hospital to Bring Back Bell-Ringing in March
Alberta Health Services reinstates public bell-ringing ceremonies at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital after listening to families. The tradition returns March 1.
Winnipeg volunteers raise puppies for CNIB guide dog program
Dedicated Winnipeg volunteers like Suzanne Ullyott are raising future guide dogs for the CNIB. Discover how these puppies bring daily laughter and transform lives for Canadians with sight loss.
Nobel Laureate Maria Corina Machado Leaves Oslo Post-Ceremony
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado has departed Oslo, her spokesman confirms. Get the latest details on her movements following the prestigious award ceremony.
Alberta Ends Cancer Bell Ceremonies for Kids
Alberta Health Services quietly halts the celebratory bell-ringing ceremony for pediatric cancer patients finishing treatment. Critics call the move insensitive and nonsensical.
AHS quietly ends bell-ringing for pediatric cancer survivors
Alberta Health Services has discontinued the bell-ringing ceremony for pediatric cancer patients in remission. The decision, made for safety, has left families like Myla Dye-Wilson's heartbroken.
Edmonton parents gather for candlelight ceremony to honour children
The Grieving Parents Society of Edmonton held a poignant candlelight ceremony on December 7, 2025, to remember children who have died. The event brings community support to bereaved families.
Ukrainian flags waved at La Scala's Russian opera premiere
A pro-Ukraine flash mob unfolded at Milan's La Scala during the gala premiere of a Russian opera. Get the details on the protest and the cultural tensions.
Nobel Laureates Arrive for 2025 Awards Week in Stockholm
Nobel Prize winners from around the world have arrived in Scandinavia for a week of ceremonies and events leading to the prestigious awards in Oslo and Stockholm. Discover the highlights.
Trump Presents Medals to Kennedy Center Honorees
President Donald Trump welcomed the Kennedy Center Honorees to the Oval Office for a medal presentation ceremony on December 6, 2025, following a White House concert.
Stay Off Rideau Canal Ice, Officials Warn
The Rideau Canal Skateway is closed with a red flag warning. Authorities urge the public to stay off the unsafe ice surface despite cold temperatures.
Four Removed at Toronto Anti-Israel Protest During Two-State Debate
A protest outside a Toronto debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict turned confrontational, leading to two arrests and two ejections. Get the full details on the incident and the charged atmosphere.
Manitoba Marks Day of Remembrance for Women
A sunrise ceremony at the Manitoba legislature commemorated the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on December 4, 2025. Learn more about this solemn observance.
Canadiens Honour Andrei Markov in Special Tribute
The Montreal Canadiens paid a special tribute to longtime defenceman Andrei Markov during a ceremony at the Bell Centre on December 3, 2025. Read about the emotional night.
Double Standard at Toronto City Hall: Flag vs. Protest
A Toronto man was confronted by security for flying the Canadian flag at Nathan Phillips Square, while anti-Israel demonstrations occur without intervention. Critics call it a double standard on freedom of expression.
$200K for Ottawa 'Red Flag' Firearm Law Awareness
Ottawa Victim Services receives federal funding to expand a campaign raising awareness of 'red flag' laws and their role in preventing intimate partner violence.
Financial strain on Canadian parents of twins revealed
Canadian parents of twins face overwhelming financial pressures from double diapers to vehicle upgrades, but community support helps ease the burden. Learn their survival strategies.
Olympic flame lit for Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games
The Olympic flame has been officially lit in ancient Olympia, Greece, beginning its journey to the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Witness the ceremony and the flame's historic path.
Trump's Turkey Pardon Marred by Insults, Bizarre Jokes
President Trump's annual turkey pardon took a bizarre turn as he launched crude insults at Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and made controversial jokes. Read the full details of the unusual White House event.
Palestinian Flag Raising Divides Canadian Cities
Toronto, Brampton, and Calgary raised the Palestinian flag, igniting controversy. Calgary's motion to ban foreign flags was rejected. Read the full story on the debate.
Toronto Palestinian Flag Controversy at City Hall
Toronto's decision to fly the Palestinian flag at City Hall faces criticism for celebrating terrorism after Hamas attacks. Learn about the debate and political implications.
Sask. Students Commemorate Holodomor Tragedy in 2025
Saskatchewan students honor Holodomor victims as province remembers the 1932-33 famine. Learn how Canadian youth are preserving this crucial historical memory.
Transgender Day of Remembrance marked in Halifax
Nova Scotia NDP LGBTQ+ affairs critic Lisa Lachance leads Transgender Day of Remembrance ceremony with flag raising at Province House in Halifax on November 20, 2025.
Calgary flag policy debate sparks controversy
Calgary's city hall flag policy faces scrutiny after Palestinian flag display. Council narrowly voted to keep allowing national flags, raising concerns about future controversies.
Ex-FBI Agent Sues Over Pride Flag Termination
Former FBI intelligence specialist David Maltinsky files federal lawsuit after being fired for displaying LGBTQ+ Pride flag at his workspace, alleging violation of free speech rights.
Ex-FBI Employee Sues Over Pride Flag Firing
Former FBI employee files lawsuit against bureau after being terminated for displaying pride flag at work. Case raises questions about workplace discrimination and LGBTQ+ rights in federal agencies.
Disabled man stopped from playing O Canada at Toronto City Hall
Toronto Police intervened when a disabled patriot was prevented from playing O Canada at Nathan Phillips Square while Palestinian flag raising proceeded. Read about the controversial enforcement.
Calgary council rejects mayor's flag motion in close vote
Mayor Jeromy Farkas suffers political defeat as Calgary council rejects his urgent motion to ban foreign flags from city hall pole. Learn about the implications for the new administration.
Calgary foreign flag ban motion fails before debate
A controversial motion to ban foreign national flags at Calgary City Hall failed to reach debate on November 18, 2025. Learn what happened and why it matters for municipal politics.
Palestinian Flag Raisings Spark Antisemitism Concerns
Recent Palestinian flag raisings at Toronto, Calgary, Mississauga and Brampton city halls have ignited controversy amid record-high antisemitism in Canada. Analysis of the symbolic impact.
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