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Saskatoon Buys Lots for Indigenous-Led Supportive Housing

Saskatoon shifts federal funding to purchase empty lots for affordable housing projects after a First Nation partnership stalls. The city aims to prepare sites for Indigenous-led developments to combat homelessness.

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.

SIU clears Windsor officer in arrest with broken nose

Ontario's police watchdog has cleared a Windsor officer of wrongdoing after a violent arrest left a man with a broken nose. The SIU found the force used was justified. Read the full report details.

No charges for Winnipeg police in fatal 2024 shooting

Manitoba's police watchdog will not lay charges against Winnipeg officers who shot and killed a man outside Unicity Shopping Centre in November 2024. The decision concludes a year-long investigation.

$11M for Affordable Housing in Liverpool, Nova Scotia

The Canadian and Nova Scotia governments are investing $11 million to create 44 new affordable housing units in Liverpool. This joint initiative aims to address the critical housing shortage in the community.

Spy watchdog faces tough choices due to budget cuts

Canada's spy review agency warns that federal budget reductions are forcing difficult decisions about which national security activities it can oversee. Learn about the implications for accountability.

Classified Report on Hegseth's Signal Use Sent to Congress

A classified Pentagon inspector general report concerning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the encrypted Signal app has been delivered to congressional oversight committees. The move follows scrutiny of secure communications practices at the highes

Toronto housing starts down sharply in 2025

A new report reveals a significant decline in housing starts across southern Ontario, with Toronto receiving a failing grade. Discover the data and implications for the region's housing crisis.

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