Ontario Youth Unemployment Hits 15% Amid Housing Crisis
A Toronto shelter director challenges the myth that Gen Z doesn't want to work, revealing systemic barriers and a 15% youth unemployment rate. Discover the real story and needed solutions.
A Toronto shelter director challenges the myth that Gen Z doesn't want to work, revealing systemic barriers and a 15% youth unemployment rate. Discover the real story and needed solutions.
A $13 million building in Vancouver's Yaletown has been donated to create a hub for youth struggling with mental health and substance use. Learn about this transformative gift.
A growing number of young Saskatchewan residents are embracing an alcohol-free January. Discover the trends and motivations behind this health-conscious movement sweeping the province.
Tim Adams's Free Play for Kids organization now serves over 4,500 children annually in Edmonton, with crucial backing from the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation. Discover how sport builds community and belonging.
A Toronto restaurant is making a delicious pitch to keep star shortstop Bo Bichette with the Blue Jays, offering him free steak for life if he re-signs with the team.
OC Transpo fares rose by 2.5% on New Year's Day 2026, sparking frustration among Ottawa public transit users. Get the details on the hike and rider reactions.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Toronto with free transit on TTC, GO, and UP Express. Get schedule details, service extensions, and safety tips for ringing in 2026.
Ring in 2026 at Edmonton's free City Hall festivities with two fireworks shows, skating, live music, and free transit. Plan your night with details on road closures and family activities.
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation passes in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool admission, and other municipal service costs.
The Batshaw Youth and Family Centres Foundation has launched a new awareness campaign featuring Jasmine Brown to support at-risk young people in Quebec. Learn how you can help.
OC Transpo has confirmed a fare increase for 2026. Learn the new rates, effective dates, and how this change will impact your transit budget in Ottawa.
The 104th session of the Youth Parliament of Manitoba convened at the Legislative Assembly, empowering young voices to debate provincial issues. Discover how youth are shaping Manitoba's future.
The Muslim Youth of Winnipeg continues its annual tradition of delivering gifts and joy to children in hospitals and shelters, spreading the holiday spirit across the community.
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool passes, and the reasons behind the municipal fee hikes.
Need a last-minute Christmas tree? A Calgary garden centre is giving theirs away for free on December 24, 2025. Get the details and spread some holiday cheer.
Youth Empowerment and Support Services in Edmonton reports a significant rise in youth needing shelter. Staff work to create a comforting holiday environment with gifts and community for vulnerable young people.
Two Wheel View in Calgary uses bicycles to teach life skills to vulnerable youth. As child poverty rises across Canada, the need for such programs is more urgent than ever. Support the Calgary Christmas Fund.
Frank Campanile transforms into 'Santa Frank' each year, leading a massive gift-giving operation for thousands of children connected to Batshaw Youth and Family Centres. Discover the heartwarming story.
A new, free eight-week YMCA program in Ottawa is teaching students the fundamentals of skilled trades and homebuilding. Learn about this hands-on opportunity launching in December 2025.
The federal government has announced a $1.5 million investment in Surrey's Youth Breaking Barriers Gang Prevention Society to expand its critical work steering youth away from gang life through mentorship and outreach. Learn how this funding will impact t
Youth Haven Canada has revealed its new emergency shelter on Wellington St. East in Barrie, providing critical support for at-risk youth. Get the details on this vital community resource.
Young Canadians are finding it increasingly difficult to secure early career experience in a saturated labour market. Learn about the challenges and what it means for the future.
The Saint John Community Coalition launched a free store on December 6, 2025, offering essentials without cost. Discover how this initiative supports local residents in New Brunswick.
A free psychotherapy initiative for New Brunswick youth has provided crucial support to more than 450 teenagers, offering a vital mental health lifeline. Discover the program's impact.
Windsor launches a new Youth Crisis Response Team to provide immediate support for children experiencing mental health emergencies. Learn about this critical initiative.
A Nova Scotia youth has been sentenced to four years in custody for the fatal stabbing of Ahmad Maher Al Marrach in a Halifax parking garage in April 2024. Read the details of the case and the court's decision.
A South Shore youth centre is tackling the rise of youth violence in Quebec with a powerful new awareness video, aiming to break the cycle and empower young people.
Windsor Youth Centre's annual HUGS drive faces unprecedented demand as funding pressures mount. Learn how the community can support local youth during challenging times.
Saskatoon City Council debates four fare options for 2026-27 budget, including equity-focused models. Bus frequency, hours of operation, and safety also discussed.
Ottawa City Council will debate free transit for youths 18 and under on evenings, weekends, and holidays, plus a temporary transfer window extension. Learn about the proposed changes.