Calgary vigil remembers homeless lives lost in 2025
The Homeless Foundation in Calgary held its annual Longest Night of the Year vigil on December 19, 2025, to commemorate vulnerable residents who died. Read about this solemn remembrance.
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Edmonton's Extreme Weather Response Extended Past Christmas
The City of Edmonton has prolonged its extreme weather response beyond the Christmas holiday to protect vulnerable residents from dangerous cold. Learn about the vital services and warming spaces available.
B.C. Population Drops for First Time on Record
British Columbia's population has fallen for the first time ever, driven by an exodus of non-permanent residents. Explore the causes and what it means for housing, healthcare, and the labour market.
Canada's population declines for first time since pandemic
Canada's population fell by 76,068 in Q3 2025, the first quarterly drop since COVID-19. The decline is driven by fewer foreign students and workers. Read the full analysis.
Toronto Apartment Fire: No Timeline for Residents to Return
Residents displaced by a substantial apartment fire in Toronto's Thorncliffe Park neighbourhood face growing frustration as officials provide no timeline for their return. Get the latest details.
Mission RCMP warns of attempted abductions targeting women
Mission RCMP is warning vulnerable women after two separate attempted abductions by a South Asian male in a white SUV. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
N.B. fire displaces 13, investigation continues
A major fire in Norton, New Brunswick, has left 13 people without a home. The blaze, which destroyed vehicles, remains under investigation by local authorities.
Montreal Women's Shelter Adds Emergency Winter Resources
Montreal's Chez Doris shelter announces new emergency winter resources to protect vulnerable women from the cold. Learn how the community can support this vital initiative.
Richmond apartment fire displaces 18 households
A Tuesday night fire in a Steveston apartment building has displaced residents from 18 suites. Richmond Fire-Rescue reports no injuries. Read the latest details on the incident.
Richmond apartment fire displaces dozens of residents
A significant apartment fire in Richmond, B.C., has left dozens of residents displaced. The blaze caused extensive damage, with one resident bravely rescuing a pet. Read the full story on the community impact and response.
Census Missed 38% of Non-Citizens, StatsCan Reports
Statistics Canada reveals a significant undercount of non-permanent residents in the 2021 census, with a missed rate of 38%. This gap highlights challenges in tracking Canada's population accurately.
Saudi Arabia reportedly eases alcohol ban for foreigners
Saudi Arabia is reportedly relaxing its strict alcohol prohibition for non-Muslim foreign residents, marking a significant social shift. Learn about the new rules and what they mean for expatriates.
Toronto Apartment Fire Displaces 400 Residents
An update is expected today for 400+ residents displaced by a major Toronto apartment fire in Thorncliffe Park. Get the latest details and community impact.
Hawkesbury apartment fire displaces 30 residents
A major fire in a Hawkesbury apartment building has displaced approximately 30 tenants. No serious injuries reported. Read the latest on the response and investigation.
NB Power halts winter disconnections for vulnerable residents
NB Power announces it will not disconnect vulnerable customers for unpaid bills this winter. Learn about the utility's compassionate approach to helping New Brunswickers stay warm.
Chez Doris 10th Holiday Fair This Sunday
Celebrate creativity & resilience at Chez Doris's 10th annual Holiday Fair this Sunday. Find unique handmade gifts, enjoy live music, and support vulnerable Montreal women.
Transcona residents oppose 1,300-acre development
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.
Bill 2 threatens pediatric palliative care in Quebec
Quebec's Bill 2 jeopardizes specialized pediatric palliative care for vulnerable children. Pediatricians warn the legislation could force doctors from this essential field.
Landlords Support Bill 60, Rural Water Tax Issues Raised
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.
Ottawa's Toes-T-Tootsies campaign aids vulnerable in winter
The Toes-T-Tootsies initiative in Ottawa collects new socks, mitts, and toques for the region's vulnerable population as temperatures plummet. Discover how this community effort is making a difference.
Grizzly encounters up in Bella Coola after student attack
Vancouver residents report rising grizzly bear encounters in Bella Coola, B.C., following recent attack on students. Wildlife officials continue search operations.
UN Climate Talks End with Deal for More Money
UN climate talks COP30 conclude with a landmark deal to increase financial support for countries hardest hit by climate change. Discover the details and implications of this critical agreement.
64,000 West Island residents face overnight power outage
A scheduled power outage will leave 64,000 West Island residents without electricity overnight. Hydro-Québec conducts essential maintenance affecting multiple neighborhoods.
Brampton fire: 3 missing as demolition begins
Crews search for three unaccounted residents as demolition begins on burned-out Brampton house. The slow, methodical process continues amid the tragic aftermath.
Brampton fire demolition starts, 3 residents missing
Demolition underway at Brampton house fire site as crews search for 3 unaccounted residents. Two fatalities confirmed, four hospitalized in November 20 blaze.
Montreal clinic for vulnerable patients closing due to Bill 2
Clinique l'Agora, serving Montreal's homeless and addicted population, will close due to Quebec's new doctor payment model. The clinic's mission to care for marginalized patients ends this spring.
Westboro residents oppose Athlone Avenue redesign plan
Athlone Avenue residents in Westboro worry Ottawa's plan to add a second sidewalk will make their street too narrow for safe driveway access. Learn about the neighborhood concerns.
Canada-U.S. border trips remain down from last year
Canadian residents' return trips from the United States continue to lag behind 2024 numbers, reflecting shifting travel patterns post-pandemic. Discover the latest border crossing trends.
Arson suspected in Burnaby fire displacing 100 people
Around 100 residents displaced after suspected arson fire at Burnaby apartment building. Authorities investigating the November 19 blaze as deliberate.
Streets Alive Mission Opens New Lethbridge Location
Streets Alive Mission prepares to open new Lethbridge facility with enhanced services including client programs, PIN bank, and donation warehouse to support vulnerable populations.
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