Regina sees small decline in homelessness for 2025
Regina's latest point-in-time count reveals a small decrease in the city's homeless population for 2025. Get the details on the count and what it means for the community.
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Woman dies in tent fire at Sudbury homeless camp
A woman has died following a tent fire at a homeless encampment in Greater Sudbury. Police and officials are investigating the tragic incident that occurred on Energy Court.
Regina homeless count drops to 767 in 2025
Regina's 2025 point-in-time count reveals a decrease in homelessness to 767 individuals. Namerind Housing CEO calls it a step forward but stresses the need for continued community effort and funding.
Regina homeless count drops to 767 in 2025
Regina's latest point-in-time count reveals 767 people experienced homelessness in 2025, a decrease from 2024. Namerind Housing leads strategy, but a $111M plan is needed to end homelessness by 2030.
Regina homelessness down slightly in 2025 count
The latest homelessness count in Regina shows a slight decrease for 2025. The news comes as the province announces new measures to aid those struggling with severe addiction.
Ontario homeless population hits 85,000, up 8% in a year
A new report reveals nearly 85,000 Ontarians are homeless, an 8% annual increase. The crisis demands urgent housing and support action. Read the full analysis.
One dead in tent fire at Sudbury homeless encampment
A person has died following a tent fire at the Energy Court homeless encampment in Greater Sudbury. The tragic incident highlights the ongoing crisis of unsheltered individuals in Northern Ontario.
Winnipeg enforces new homeless encampment rules
Winnipeg releases early enforcement data for new homeless encampment regulations. 12 sites cleared, 72 inspected, and 117 signs posted. Details on the city's approach.
Bird Counts Show Encouraging Numbers Despite Cold Spell
Annual Christmas bird counts in Windsor-Essex yielded encouraging data and a rare sighting, revealing long-term population trends for local wildlife.
Prince Albert homeless shelter destroyed by fire, community mourns
Residents of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, are grieving the loss of a vital long-term homeless shelter after a devastating fire on December 25, 2025. The community reflects on the shelter's legacy and the urgent need for solutions.
U.S. oil and gas rig count rises for second week
Baker Hughes reports a second weekly increase in U.S. oil and gas rigs, signaling potential shifts in North American energy production as 2025 ends. Read the latest data.
P.E.I. team joins annual Christmas Bird Count tradition
Volunteers across Prince Edward Island participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count, contributing to vital continental wildlife data. Discover what rare species they found.
Calgary Homeless Outreach Team Desperate for New Base
A vital Calgary homeless outreach team is facing eviction and urgently needs a new headquarters to continue its life-saving work in extreme winter conditions. Learn about their critical mission.
Funding decision stops Timmins homeless encampment plan
A provincial funding reversal has forced Timmins to halt plans for a designated homeless encampment. The city must now seek alternative solutions for its unhoused population.
Prince William, son George volunteer at Diana's charity
Prince William continues his mother's charitable work, bringing his son Prince George to the same London homeless shelter he first visited with Princess Diana in 1993. A powerful moment of legacy.
Montreal teen's 'Operation Hot Meals' helps homeless
A Grade 8 student in Montreal is making a difference by donating her time and meals to the city's homeless population through her initiative, Operation Hot Meals. Discover her inspiring story.
Calgary memorial mourns hundreds who died while homeless
As temperatures plunged, Calgary's 11th annual Longest Night memorial honored over 284 unhoused individuals who died in 2025. A solemn reminder of the winter's deadly risks and the dignity of every life.
Amendments Proposed to Waterloo Encampment Bylaw
The Region of Waterloo is proposing changes to its controversial encampment bylaw as it plans to clear a site for a new transit hub. Get the latest details on the amendments and community impact.
Sudbury Group Focuses on Frostbite, Hypothermia Data
A new initiative in Sudbury is collecting crucial data on frostbite and hypothermia, aiming to protect vulnerable homeless residents like Marlon Wright, who suffered severe injuries.
Calgary vigil remembers homeless lives lost in 2025
The Homeless Foundation in Calgary held its annual Longest Night of the Year vigil on December 19, 2025, to commemorate vulnerable residents who died. Read about this solemn remembrance.
Montreal to bring warming trailers to homeless encampment
The City of Montreal is deploying heated trailers to the Notre-Dame Street encampment to protect unhoused residents from extreme winter cold. Read about the city's response.
N.S. community seeks relocation of downtown homeless shelter
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
Homeless man assaulted in Vancouver's West End
A well-known homeless man in Vancouver's West End was severely assaulted in November. The community who cared for him is searching for answers as police investigate. Learn more about this attack and the ongoing search for justice.
London mulls 'Good Neighbour Clause' for shelter funding
London's city council is debating adding a 'Good Neighbour Clause' to contracts that fund homeless shelters. The move aims to address community concerns while supporting vital services. Read the latest details.
Montreal Merchants Seek Class Action Over Homelessness Safety
Business owners in Montreal's Milton Park area are launching a class-action lawsuit, citing safety concerns linked to the homeless population. Get the latest details on this developing local story.
Timmins picks remote site for homeless encampment, draws criticism
The City of Timmins faces fierce criticism for selecting a former sawmill site as a permanent remote homeless encampment. Residents voice safety concerns as officials defend the controversial decision.
Volunteers conduct 73rd Christmas Bird Count at Point Pelee
Dozens of volunteers braved the December weather for the 73rd annual Christmas Bird Count at Point Pelee National Park, a crucial citizen science event for tracking avian populations in Canada.
Calgary social agency eviction threatens downtown safety
BeTheChangeYYC, a vital outreach service, must vacate its downtown Calgary location. CEO Chaz Smith warns of increased crime and social disruption if a new home isn't found. Read the full story.
Ottawa shelters strained amid extreme cold alert
Ottawa's emergency shelters are grappling with severe capacity concerns as temperatures plummet to -18°C. Learn about the urgent situation and community impacts.
Montrealers praised for rapid aid to unhoused in cold snap
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada commends Montrealers for donating sleeping bags and gloves after her urgent call for help as temperatures plunge below -20°C with wind chill.
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