Alberta RCMP's commanding officer, Deputy Commissioner Trevor Daroux, outlines plans to better address the changing public safety requirements of rural communities in the coming year. Learn about the new priorities.
Doctors Manitoba warns of severe doctor shortages in rural emergency rooms during the holidays, urging residents to plan ahead. Learn which communities are affected.
Small Alberta municipalities face rising RCMP costs under a new provincial funding model, with their share set to increase from 22% to 30% over five years, sparking financial concerns.
The South Huron Medical Centre's weekend walk-in clinic in Exeter, Ont. will shut down on Dec. 29, 2025. This closure marks the end of accessible after-hours care in the region, raising concerns for residents.
A new mobile mammography unit will provide critical breast cancer screening services to northern and rural Saskatchewan communities starting in the new year, improving access to early detection.
Alberta will launch a controlled trial of a 120 km/h speed limit on select rural divided highways in the new year, following strong public support. Learn which roads are affected.
Saskatchewan's NDP introduces legislation mandating public alerts when rural emergency rooms lack physician coverage. Learn about the proposed bill and its implications for healthcare transparency.
Ottawa's rural committee rejects rezoning farmland for a controversial battery energy storage system. Proponents cite clean energy needs, while residents fear risks. Read the full story.
U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to fast-track AI data centre construction is meeting fierce opposition in Republican heartlands over farmland loss and soaring utility costs. Read the full story.
Winnipeg's Transcona residents fear losing their rural lifestyle as a massive 1,300-acre development proposal threatens their community's character. Learn about the concerns.
Ontario landlords welcome Bill 60 reforms to Residential Tenancies Act, citing improved landlord-tenant balance. Rural residents voice concerns over Ottawa water tax implementation without support.
Rural Manitoba municipality remains on edge after a bullet struck a municipal grader in what officials call a threatening incident. Learn about the community's safety concerns.
Manitoba announces significant funding for rural water and wastewater system improvements across the province. Learn how this investment will impact communities.
Alberta's rural municipalities confront property tax concerns and policing challenges following annual convention. Learn about the key issues facing rural communities.
Rural Alberta leaders vote to lobby for legal raw milk sales, arguing regulation is safer than current black market. Learn about the health risks and policy debate.
Longtime Medicine Hat broadcaster Kim Johnston faces debilitating health crisis as community rallies. Rural Albertans speak out about healthcare challenges. Support grows for local radio personality.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reveals ongoing MOU negotiations with the federal government, seeking pipeline expansion and addressing unpaid oil and gas taxes affecting rural municipalities.
Rural Alberta faces $84M in lost renewable revenue as projects cancel amid policy changes. Discover how this impacts communities and economic growth.
Ottawa Fire Services responded to a residential fire in the city's rural south end. Investigation vehicle deployed to determine cause and extent of damage.
Multiple law enforcement officers were shot in a rural Kansas incident on November 15, 2025. Stay informed about this developing story and its implications for community safety.
A serene Alberta morning of wildlife photography turns confrontational when a local resident demands a Postmedia journalist leave the area. Read the full story.
Oxbow community urges Saskatchewan legislature to restore acute care services lost decades ago. Local representative fights for healthcare equity in rural Saskatchewan.
A woman escaped from a stolen vehicle in rural Alberta leading to multiple charges. RCMP investigation continues as authorities seek witnesses.
Edmonton's Farmfair International returns with rodeo thrills, agricultural education, and family entertainment, connecting city dwellers with Alberta's farming heritage.
Saskatchewan municipal leaders declare bridge maintenance a critical priority, warning that failing infrastructure jeopardizes safety, agriculture, and economic stability across the province.
Bell Canada's parent company BCE makes bold move into U.S. fiber market with Ziply acquisition, positioning for significant revenue growth and competitive advantage in broadband expansion.
Saskatchewan's rural municipalities confront dual challenges of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and inadequate internet connectivity during pivotal SARM midterm convention discussions.
A shocking report exposes critical gaps in sexual assault care across rural and northern Ontario, leaving survivors without proper medical and forensic services.
Alberta's Fort Macleod emergency department faces temporary closure due to critical staff shortages, leaving residents without urgent care access. Learn about alternative options and the growing healthcare crisis in rural communities.
Windsor-Essex faces a major transportation setback as the crucial Leamington-to-Windsor transit route gets cancelled, leaving rural residents stranded and advocates demanding solutions.