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.
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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.
Manitoba announces new meth crisis plan with coordination
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew reveals coordinated strategy to tackle methamphetamine crisis, including new resources and enhanced collaboration across government agencies.
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.
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.
Moose Jaw drug bust: Fentanyl, meth found in traffic stop
Saskatchewan RCMP make significant drug seizure during routine traffic stop near Moose Jaw, uncovering fentanyl, methamphetamine and stolen property.
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.
Israel Military Scandal: Top Lawyer Resigns, Vanishes, Jailed
Israel's military establishment faces unprecedented scandal as its chief prosecutor abruptly resigns, vanishes, and lands in jail - exposing deep tensions over judicial reforms.
Quebec doctors fleeing to Ontario over health bill
Medical professionals are leaving Quebec's Outaouais region in droves following Bill 15 implementation, creating a healthcare crisis that's pushing doctors across the river to Ontario for better working conditions.
560kg of Drugs Found in Car Parts at Vancouver Airport
Canadian border officials uncover one of the largest drug seizures in Vancouver Airport history, finding cocaine and methamphetamine cleverly concealed within automotive components.
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.
Toronto Transit Chaos: TTC and GO Face System Meltdown
Frustrated Toronto commuters endure nightmare transit conditions as TTC and GO Transit experience simultaneous service meltdowns during peak travel times.
Sudbury Drug Bust: Two Charged After Traffic Stop
Sudbury police uncover significant drug trafficking operation during what began as a routine traffic stop, leading to multiple charges against two individuals.
Canada's Painkiller Shortage Extends Into New Year
Critical shortages of hydromorphone and other essential pain medications continue to plague Canadian pharmacies, leaving patients scrambling as supply chain issues persist.
BC records 158 toxic drug deaths in September
British Columbia's drug toxicity crisis continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with new coroner data revealing 158 deaths in September and over 2,000 fatalities so far in 2024.
Trump Breaks Silence on Prince Andrew Epstein Scandal
Former President Donald Trump breaks silence on Prince Andrew's Jeffrey Epstein connection, revealing shocking insights about the royal scandal that continues to haunt Buckingham Palace.
1.2M Ontarians travel 30+ km for family doctor
Shocking new study reveals millions of Ontarians face lengthy commutes for basic medical care, highlighting the province's growing healthcare accessibility crisis.
Famine Spreads to Two New Regions in Sudan
Global hunger monitor confirms famine has spread to two additional areas of Sudan, with millions facing starvation amid ongoing conflict and aid blockades.
Poilievre vs Carney: Clash for Youth Vote
Discover how Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney are using vastly different approaches to connect with young Canadians facing economic uncertainty.
Trump: Maduro's Days Numbered, No Venezuela War Plans
Former U.S. President Donald Trump signals strong opposition to Nicolás Maduro's regime while emphasizing diplomatic pressure over military intervention in Venezuela's political crisis.
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