A man from Akwesasne has been extradited to face U.S. charges related to a migrant smuggling operation that led to eight deaths, including two children. Read the latest on this cross-border justice case.
Rights groups raise alarm as Iranian boxer Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani, sentenced to death as a political prisoner, faces imminent execution. Learn the details of his case and the international response.
A CTV W5 investigation reveals Canadians are being targeted by cryptocurrency scams run by human trafficking victims. Learn the shocking details and how to protect yourself.
A Vancouver Island market has been ordered to pay $750,000 after covert washroom videos ended up on a Russian pornographic website. Learn the details of the privacy breach and settlement.
Sri Lankan authorities have arrested three men for the horrific burning of a wild elephant. The incident has ignited international condemnation and highlights ongoing human-wildlife conflict.
A new report ranks Canada as the 12th freest country globally, highlighting a concerning worldwide decline in human freedom. Explore the findings and Canada's position.
Students at École St. Augustin formed a remarkable human chain to deliver food donations, addressing a critical 30% surge in demand at the Garson Food Bank. Read about this inspiring act of community support.
A new Fraser Institute report reveals a sharp decline in human freedoms worldwide, with Canada holding steady at 13th place. Switzerland tops the list, while Hong Kong's ranking plummets.
Saudi Arabia has executed a record 340 people in 2025, according to an AFP tally. The grim milestone highlights the kingdom's continued use of capital punishment. Read the full report.
The United Nations has issued a formal call for the Taliban to reverse its ban on Afghan women working in UN offices in Afghanistan. This move highlights the ongoing human rights crisis under the de facto authorities.
A New York woman faces charges for allegedly smuggling four individuals from Canada into the U.S. The case highlights ongoing border security challenges. Read the full details.
Ontario Provincial Police have identified the remains found in Winnipeg as Mekhi Pelly (Scott), a man from Grassy Narrows First Nation reported missing in October 2025.
Reports to Canada's human trafficking hotline have reached a record high, highlighting a crime experts call 'only the tip of the iceberg.' Learn about the hidden crisis.
More than 300 Quebec organizations demand the withdrawal of Premier Legault's proposed constitution, calling it an undemocratic attack on rights. Read the full story.
The UN General Assembly inaugurates a day condemning Western sanctions, backed by authoritarian states. Critics argue it distracts from crises like Sudan, where 150,000 have died. Read the full analysis.
Niagara police have arrested three individuals following a youth sex trafficking investigation. Details on the charges and ongoing police efforts to combat exploitation.
Windsor police have charged two men with human trafficking after a 27-year-old woman escaped and sought help. The investigation involved multiple police units across Ontario.
Windsor police have charged two men for allegedly forcing a young woman into the sex trade. Get the latest details on this disturbing human trafficking investigation.
The family of Alejandro Carranza alleges the U.S. illegally killed him in a Caribbean military strike. They've filed a human rights complaint as deaths from such operations exceed 80. Read the full story.
The children of jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai voice grave concerns for his failing health as he approaches 78. Learn about his solitary confinement and the family's plea for international intervention.
Montreal's Outremont borough saw residents join hands in protest on December 2, 2025, against the removal of a local bike path. Learn about the community's direct action.
A search operation has commenced at the Brady Road Landfill in Winnipeg for the remains of a murdered Indigenous woman. The effort, long called for by family and advocates, began on December 1, 2025.
Caroline Bassoon-Zaltman, an Iraqi Jew who fled persecution, warns that the Canadian Museum for Human Rights' 'Nakba' exhibit, by omitting Jewish displacement, is reviving the hatred she escaped. She sees parallels in today's Canada.
Prosecutors demand severe prison terms for a LaSalle mother and daughter who forced a young woman into prostitution. The victim suffered lasting trauma, the court heard. Read the disturbing details.
A new study reveals 8 in 10 dog owners feel destined to be with their pet, with personalities often mirroring each other. Discover the fascinating bond between humans and dogs.
EVA AI launches world's first physical café for AI companion dates in New York City. Experts warn about impact on human connection and relationship skills.
A groundbreaking new study reveals that humans were migrating with their canine companions 10,000 years ago, reshaping our understanding of early domestication and partnership.
Retired military officers and supporters gathered in Buenos Aires demanding release of former servicemen accused of human rights violations during dictatorship. Latest sign of Argentina's political shift.
Erik Burggraaf of St. Catharines awarded $28,000+ after Human Rights Tribunal finds call-centre company engaged in discriminatory practices against blind employee.
Iain Hunt's court case faces another delay as supporters wear purple to honour Trina Hunt. Read the latest developments in this ongoing legal proceeding.