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.
A new study reveals development charges in Edmonton have soared 628% since 2010, the highest rate among major cities. Despite the spike, fees per unit remain the lowest, aiding affordability. Explore the details and impacts.
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.
Edmonton city council approved a rezoning for six condos in Crestwood after the developer changed plans from an 11-unit apartment. The decision followed intense public feedback and a lengthy hearing.
A tribunal decision has cleared the final hurdle for a major three-tower condo development at the site of the former Preston Springs Hotel in Cambridge, paving the way for significant urban transformation.
Regina city council has approved opening applications for proposals to develop 'The Yards' railyard site, marking a major step in urban revitalization. Learn about the next phase for this key project.
Vancouver planning staff propose reducing developer fees and easing affordability rules to keep projects moving. The trade-offs include less funding for public art and delayed infrastructure.
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.
Kelowna city staff propose trading industrial land to preserve Kelowna Springs Golf Course as 9-hole facility while allowing partial industrial development. Read the details.
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
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.
Ottawa City Hall considers building housing in Old Ottawa East's People's Park, sparking community discussion about urban development and green space preservation.
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.
Vancouver city council has voted to rezone elementary school land for condominium development. Learn about this controversial decision and its implications for urban planning.
A British Columbia town faces transformative growth as LNG projects spark heated debate over economic benefits versus environmental concerns. Learn about the impacts.