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.
Windsor Police Service reports encouraging declines in several crime categories for November 2025. Explore the latest crime statistics and what they mean for community safety.
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.
Statistics Canada data reveals Manitoba had the highest homicide rate among provinces in 2024. Explore the national crime trends and what this means for community safety.
Vancouver Police report a sharp rise in distraction thefts, with 20 incidents in November 2025. Most occurred in East Vancouver. Learn the details and how to stay safe.
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.
G7 security officials prioritize dismantling international criminal networks in latest meeting. European official confirms global crime groups are key focus area for enhanced cooperation.
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.
Info-Crime Montreal reports significant increase in public tips after raising maximum reward to $5,000. Community engagement crucial for solving crimes.
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.
Winnipeg police have apprehended a suspect following a violent crime spree in the North End. Get the latest details on the arrest and ongoing investigation.
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.
New study reveals Atlantic Canada urban areas face highest violent crime rates. Learn about the findings and what it means for community safety across the country.
Winnipeg police have made an arrest following a significant retail theft spree across the city. Get the latest details on the investigation and charges.