Northern Ontario Municipalities Struggle with Police, Health Budgets
Northern Ontario communities face mounting financial pressure as they discover limited authority over police and public health budgets, creating taxpayer strain.
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Police Launch Real-Time Translation App for Emergency Calls
Chatham-Kent Police Service launches groundbreaking real-time translation technology, transforming emergency response and community policing across language divides.
Lansdowne 2.0 Audit Reveals Hidden Costs, Taxpayer Risks
Shocking audit exposes massive unforeseen expenses and financial risks in Ottawa's ambitious Lansdowne Park redevelopment plan, raising questions about taxpayer burden.
Toronto snow clearing budget frozen, no service improvements
Toronto residents face another winter with limited snow clearing services as city officials confirm no budget for costly operational changes. Learn what this means for sidewalks, bike lanes, and neighborhood streets.
Cambridge Youth Wellness Hub Opens with Free Services
Cambridge, Ontario celebrates the opening of a groundbreaking youth wellness hub offering free mental health, addiction, and primary care services to young people aged 12-26.
Lansdowne 2.0: Ottawa's Billion-Dollar Gamble
Ottawa's ambitious Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment faces mounting scrutiny over financial risks, transparency concerns, and questionable assumptions that could leave taxpayers bearing the burden.
Vancouver Police, Fire Depts $21M Over Budget
Vancouver's emergency services are facing a combined $21 million budget overrun, raising concerns about fiscal management and taxpayer burden. Learn what's driving the costs.
Canada's 2024 Budget: Doing Less With Less
An in-depth look at Canada's 2024 federal budget reveals shrinking fiscal capacity, reduced spending power, and concerning economic trends that could impact every Canadian taxpayer.
Canada's Lost Budget Secrecy: Why Taxpayers Should Worry
The erosion of Canada's federal budget confidentiality threatens economic stability and fair markets. Discover why this broken tradition matters to your wallet and the country's financial future.
Toronto non-profit sounds alarm on domestic violence funding crisis
A York Region organization supporting intimate partner violence survivors demands sustainable government funding as sector faces critical shortages and rising demand.
Rome Rescue Tragedy: Man Dies After Tower Collapse
A 43-year-old Italian construction worker has died shortly after being rescued from the ruins of a partially collapsed 13th-century tower in Rome, dashing hopes for a miracle recovery.
UCP fires Alberta auditor general amid health scandal probe
The UCP government terminates Alberta's auditor general amid unfinished investigation into controversial health lab deal, raising transparency concerns.
London councillor demands harassment investigation
Councillor Skylar Stevenson calls for urgent council investigation into alleged workplace harassment and toxic environment within London's Housing Stability Services department.
STARS Donates Historic Helicopter to Flight Museum
STARS Air Ambulance enhances Calgary's aviation history by donating one of its first BK117 helicopters to The Hangar Flight Museum, creating an immersive educational experience for visitors.
Toronto Food Bank Reality: Shattering Stereotypes
A Toronto columnist shares his transformative experience with food banks, challenging common stereotypes about users and revealing surprising truths about who needs help putting food on the table.
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.
Sudbury Opens 24/7 Warming Centre for Extreme Cold
Greater Sudbury launches first-ever 24/7 warming centre at YMCA to provide life-saving shelter during freezing temperatures, addressing critical gap in community services.
Oliver Exposes Trump's Lavish White House Bathroom Costs
Late-night host John Oliver reveals staggering taxpayer-funded White House bathroom renovations during Trump's presidency, questioning the former president's spending priorities.
Vancouver Police Budget Set for Major 2026 Hike
Vancouver City Council considers a significant police budget increase for 2026, potentially adding millions to the VPD's funding amid ongoing public safety debates.
New YMCA Learning Centre Opens in Downtown Windsor
Windsor's downtown core celebrates the grand opening of a state-of-the-art YMCA facility offering career training, educational programs, and community services under one roof.
Wildland Firefighters Demand First Responder Status
Exclusive look at why Canada's wildland firefighters are fighting for recognition as first responders and what changes would mean for their safety and compensation.
Questrade Secures Approval to Launch Canada's Newest Bank
Questrade Financial Group makes history as Canada's newest bank, bringing digital-first financial services to consumers after receiving federal approval. Discover how this disruptor plans to transform personal banking.
Auditor warns Lansdowne 2.0 deal risks taxpayer money
Ottawa's auditor general raises red flags about the Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment, warning the proposed contract lacks protection against unexpected costs that could burden taxpayers.
Vancouver's House Moving Race Against Demolition
Discover how house movers are battling time and bureaucracy to save perfectly good homes from landfill destruction across Metro Vancouver's development zones.
MDA Space invests $10M in Canada's first spaceport
Canadian space technology leader MDA Space makes strategic $10M investment in Maritime Launch Services, accelerating development of Canada's first commercial spaceport in Nova Scotia.
Ardena Appoints Chief Quality and Information Officers
Ardena strengthens its leadership with strategic hires of Chief Quality Officer and Chief Information Officer to drive operational excellence and digital transformation in pharmaceutical services.
Poilievre Demands Fiscal Sanity in Budget 2025
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre challenges Liberal spending ahead of Budget 2025, calling for tax cuts and fiscal responsibility to address Canada's cost-of-living crisis.
Taxpayers Funding Questionable Academic Research
Canadian taxpayers are unknowingly financing questionable university studies through indirect federal funding. Discover where your money is really going and why oversight is lacking.
Ontario Launches HART Hubs in Barrie & Simcoe County
Ontario's groundbreaking HART program brings essential healthcare and addiction services directly to vulnerable populations in Barrie and Simcoe County through new community hubs.
Government Shutdown Sparks Food Bank Crisis in Canada
As federal funding stalls, Canadian food banks face unprecedented strain with demand skyrocketing while resources dwindle. Essential services scramble to support vulnerable families.
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