Pastor and bride among 26 kidnapped in Nigeria raids
Nigeria faces security crisis as 26 people including a pastor and bride are kidnapped in coordinated raids. President Tinubu faces mounting pressure to address violence.
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12 kidnapped girls freed in Nigeria after abduction
Twelve young girls kidnapped in Nigeria have been released by their abductors. Get the latest details on this developing story and its implications for regional security.
Nigeria declares emergency following mass school abduction
Nigeria's president declares state of emergency and deploys additional security forces after gunmen abduct children and staff from Catholic school. Read the latest developments.
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.
French rapper Maes jailed in Morocco for kidnapping
French rapper Maes sentenced to prison in Morocco for alleged kidnapping attempt. Get the latest details on the international music scandal and legal proceedings.
Nigerian parents kept in dark over abducted children
Parents in Nigeria's Papiri community remain uninformed about their children's fate days after gunmen stormed St. Mary's Catholic School. Authorities face mounting criticism over information blackout.
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.
24 Abducted Nigerian Schoolgirls Successfully Rescued
All 24 schoolgirls abducted from a secondary school in Kebbi, Nigeria, have been rescued, according to the president. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges.
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.
50 Nigerian Schoolchildren Escape Mass Kidnapping
Fifty of 303 abducted Nigerian schoolchildren have escaped captivity while Pope Leo XIV demands immediate release of remaining hostages amid growing security crisis.
50 Nigerian Schoolchildren Escape, 265 Still Captive
Fifty students escaped abduction in Nigeria while 253 students and 12 teachers remain held captive. Get the latest updates on this developing 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.
Children and Staff Abducted at Nigerian Catholic School
Armed men storm a Catholic school in Nigeria, abducting children and staff in the latest kidnapping incident. Details emerging about the security crisis.
Nigeria intensifies rescue of 24 abducted schoolgirls
Nigeria's president vows intensified efforts to rescue 24 schoolgirls abducted from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Kebbi. Latest updates on the search operation.
Brampton man granted bail in Orillia kidnapping case
Dwayne Pennant of Brampton has been released on bail after being accused of kidnapping a Mississauga man in Orillia. Learn the latest developments in this ongoing case.
Abducted Nigerian girl escapes captivity, 24 remain
A young woman from a group of 25 abducted Nigerian schoolgirls has managed to escape. Discover the details of her ordeal and the ongoing search for the others.
25 Nigerian Schoolgirls Abducted in Armed Raid
Gunmen attacked a boarding school in Nigeria, kidnapping 25 students and killing staff members. Learn about the ongoing security crisis and what's being done to rescue the girls.
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.
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.
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.
Cambridge Clears Homeless Encampment Over Safety Concerns
City crews removed a homeless encampment at Cambridge's 150 Main Street, citing fire hazards and public safety risks. The operation highlights ongoing tensions between municipal enforcement and vulnerable populations.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Canadian Forestry, Steel Workers Demand Urgent Government Action
United Steelworkers union demands immediate intervention from Canadian government as forestry and steel sectors face unprecedented crisis threatening thousands of jobs across multiple provinces.
158 BC drug deaths in September 2025: coroner
British Columbia's toxic drug supply continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with 158 deaths reported in September 2025. New data reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing public health emergency.
Saskatchewan Food Bank Crisis Deepens Amid Rising Demand
New report reveals alarming surge in food bank usage across Saskatchewan as inflation and economic pressures push more families into food insecurity.
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