Newsom Mocks Trump's 'Patriot Games' as 'Hunger Games'
California Governor Gavin Newsom likens Donald Trump's 'Patriot Games' announcement to the dystopian 'Hunger Games' in a sharp social media critique. Read the full story.
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Calgary Food Bank Sees 63% Spike in Demand Amid Rising Costs
Community Kitchen Program Calgary reports a 63% increase in demand as one in four Alberta families faces food insecurity. Executive director Sundae Nordin details the struggle to feed a growing number of seniors, students, and working people.
Trump's 'Patriot Games' Plan Draws Dystopian Parallels
Donald Trump announces 'Patriot Games' high school athletic event for America's 250th. The plan has sparked immediate online comparisons to 'The Hunger Games' dystopian series.
Food insecurity persists in Ontario cities post-emergency
A year after declaring emergencies, cities across Ontario continue to grapple with severe food insecurity. Learn about the ongoing crisis and its impact on communities.
$25K Boost for Windsor Police Mental Health Teams
Windsor police and hospital officials announce a $25,000 investment to enhance local mobile mental health crisis response teams. Learn how this funding aims to improve community safety and care.
Halton Mayors Urge Ontario Emergency Declaration
Mayors across Halton Region are urging the Ontario government to declare a state of emergency to address the intertwined crises of homelessness and addiction. Learn about their urgent call for action.
New Windsor team supports youth in mental health crisis
Windsor launches a new Youth Crisis Response Team to provide immediate support for children experiencing mental health emergencies. Learn about this critical initiative.
Ontario Food Bank Use Hits Record High, Warns Report
Feed Ontario's 2025 Hunger Report reveals over 1 million people relied on food banks last year, signaling a looming crisis in homelessness, healthcare, and community stability. Immediate action is urged.
Timmins Anti-Hunger Coalition Closes After Break-In
Northern Ontario's Anti-Hunger Coalition in Timmins has permanently closed following a devastating break-in. Police seek three suspects while community loses vital food security service.
London Food Drive Launches as Demand Surges
The 26th annual Business Cares Food Drive launches in London, Ontario as community faces unprecedented demand for food assistance. Learn how you can help.
Health Canada's drug crisis response lacks urgency: advocate
Jeremy Kalicum, co-founder of DULF, expresses shock at Health Canada's slow response to the overdose crisis. Read about the fight for a safe drug supply in Vancouver.
Saskatoon homeless population surges to nearly 2,000
Saskatoon faces growing homelessness crisis as numbers jump by 400 to nearly 2,000 residents. City officials declare emergency situation requiring urgent action.
Montreal leader questions Legault's immigration stance
Projet Montréal's interim leader Ericka Alneus expresses discomfort with Premier Legault linking immigration to homelessness. Read about the political debate over Montreal's housing crisis.
Winnipeg-Kenora housing crisis: 1,600 units short
The Winnipeg-Kenora region faces a severe housing deficit exceeding 1,600 units amid soaring rental costs and rising homelessness. Learn how this crisis is impacting communities.
Alberta Food Bank Fundraiser Begins Winter Campaign
Edmonton News launches province-wide fundraiser supporting Alberta food banks as winter demand surges. Learn how you can help families in need across the province.
Ottawa Food Drive Launches to Support Community
The CTV Your Morning Ottawa Food Drive begins today, supporting the Ottawa Food Bank. Learn how you can help fight hunger in our community this season.
Gaza's Schools Destroyed, Children Cannot Return to Class
The ongoing conflict has devastated Gaza's education system, with most schools destroyed and hundreds of thousands of children unable to resume their studies. Learn about the humanitarian impact.
Non-911 Crisis Response Serves 4,000 Ottawa Calls
Ottawa's innovative non-911 crisis response team successfully managed over 4,000 mental health calls in its inaugural year, providing specialized care and reducing police involvement.
Ottawa Food Bank Visits Double Since 2019
The Ottawa Food Bank's 2025 Hunger Report reveals a 101% increase in visits since 2019, urging all government levels to address the affordability crisis. Read the full story.
Ex-Congolese rebel leader begins hunger strike in Paris
Former Congolese militia leader Roger Lumbala starts hunger strike during war crimes trial in Paris. Follow the latest developments in this international justice case.
Two-parent families, seniors increasingly using Ottawa Food Bank
New report reveals alarming growth in food bank usage among two-parent families and seniors in Ottawa. Learn about the changing face of food insecurity in Canada's capital.
UN: Sudan relief operations near collapse
The UN migration agency warns Sudan's humanitarian operations are collapsing amid escalating violence. Millions face starvation as aid delivery becomes impossible.
Manitoba Municipalities Push for Mental Health Law Reform
Manitoba municipalities are urging the provincial government to review mental health legislation to reduce police involvement in crisis response. Learn about the renewed calls for change.
Barrie Mayor Seeks National Alliance on Homelessness
Barrie's mayor travels to Vancouver to build cross-country coalition demanding urgent federal action on Canada's escalating homelessness crisis. Exclusive details inside.
Govt Shutdown Threatens Food Banks Amid Hunger Crisis
As another government shutdown looms, food banks brace for increased demand while losing critical federal support. Learn how this perfect storm could devastate vulnerable communities across Canada.
Scan QR Codes to Fight Hunger in London
London Mission Services introduces a groundbreaking QR code campaign allowing residents to instantly donate food items to those facing hunger in their community.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse
Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.
Barrie addresses Milligan's Pond encampment with coordinated action
The City of Barrie is implementing a comprehensive strategy to address the growing encampment at Milligan's Pond, balancing community safety concerns with support services for vulnerable residents.
South Sudan Faces Famine Threat After Aid Disruption
A dire hunger crisis threatens parts of South Sudan with famine after months without humanitarian assistance, warns the latest IPC analysis. Millions face acute food insecurity as funding gaps and access constraints cripple relief efforts.
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