The Ontario government is funding a major expansion of St. Theresa Catholic Elementary School in Callander, investing over $9 million for new childcare rooms and classroom spaces. Learn about the project's impact on Northern Ontario families.
A Catholic newspaper published a scathing op-ed criticizing Vice President JD Vance for justifying the fatal shooting of a Minnesota mother by an ICE officer. Read the full story and the religious backlash.
Spain's Catholic Church agrees to let the national ombudsman oversee compensation for clergy sexual abuse victims, marking a significant shift. Learn about the deal and its implications.
École Snokomish Elementary opens in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood, but officials warn capacity pressures in B.C.'s largest district will return within years. The three-storey design may set a trend.
A new report ranks Ontario's elementary schools by performance. Find out where your child's school placed and what the data reveals about education in the province.
The Spanish government and Catholic bishops have finalized a historic compensation plan for victims of sexual abuse within the Church. Learn the details of this pivotal agreement.
Judge denies mistrial in trial of ex-Uvalde officer Adrian Gonzales. Key testimony from teacher Stephanie Hale revealed new details about the 2022 Robb Elementary shooting. Follow the latest.
Windsor police confirm a 12-year-old student was formally cautioned after THC-infused gummies were brought to Hugh Beaton Elementary School. Learn about the incident and school safety protocols.
A Grade 8 student was taken to hospital after cannabis-infused candies were brought to Hugh Beaton Elementary School in Windsor, Ont. The incident highlights ongoing school safety concerns.
The first criminal trial for a law enforcement officer's response to the 2022 Uvalde school shooting begins. Ex-officer Adrian Gonzales faces 29 counts of child endangerment. Follow the landmark case for accountability.
The Vatican declares the 2025 Catholic Jubilee Year a major success, with over 33 million pilgrims visiting Rome. Pope Francis opened the Holy Door in December 2024 to commence the event.
The Vatican reports a historic 33.5 million pilgrims visited Rome for the Catholic Holy Year. Pope Leo XIV presided over key events, marking a major moment for global Catholicism.
The trial of a police officer accused of failing to protect children during the 2022 Uvalde school shooting has commenced. Get the latest details on this pivotal case.
Pope Leo XIV closed 2025 with a plea for Rome to welcome foreigners. Read his New Year's message and the global context of his appeal.
Comedian Shane Gillis sparked controversy on The Joe Rogan Experience by jokingly suggesting white nationalist Nick Fuentes could be a future president, while praising his humor. Watch the video.
All children and staff abducted from a Nigerian school have been found safe, church officials announced. Get the latest details on this developing story.
A church in Kenya marked Christmas with a celebration of the 'Black Messiah,' a distinctive local interpretation of the Nativity. Explore this unique cultural and religious observance.
Emotional scenes in Nigeria as 28 students from St. Mary's Catholic School are freed after a harrowing kidnapping ordeal. Read about their safe return and the ongoing security challenges.
International model and SUNshine Girl Theresa Longo extends multilingual holiday greetings and looks ahead to the new year. Discover her festive message.
A Croatian court has sentenced a man to 50 years in prison for a knife attack at an elementary school in Zagreb that killed a 7-year-old girl and wounded six others. Read the full details of the tragic case.
The Nigerian government has secured the release of the final kidnapped pupils from St. Mary's Catholic School. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Sarnia Sting hockey players partnered with Imperial to deliver a free 'Breakfast of Champions' to local elementary school children, promoting community wellness and teamwork.
Nigerian authorities have secured the release of 130 students and staff kidnapped from a Catholic school in November 2025. The operation marks a significant development in the country's ongoing security challenges.
South Huron families will see the return of before and after school childcare programs next year, a critical service for working parents. Learn about the reinstatement and its impact on the community.
Pope Leo XIV has called cardinals from around the world to the Vatican for a crucial meeting to assist in governing the Catholic Church. The assembly highlights his collaborative leadership approach.
Pope Francis appoints Rev. Manuel Rodriguez, known for his immigrant advocacy, as bishop of the Palm Beach diocese, home to Trump's Mar-a-Lago. Read the full story.
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem visited a Catholic parish in Gaza, meeting children in a symbolic gesture of hope during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the full story.
Edmonton students tackle snow clearing in their neighbourhoods as part of a city-wide initiative. See how youth are stepping up to help their community this winter.
The Vancouver School Board has permanently closed Sir Guy Carleton Elementary, vacant since a 2016 fire. The decision ends a costly decade of maintaining the empty heritage site. Read the full story.
Volunteers with the Christmas Bureau of Edmonton packed hundreds of holiday hampers on December 18, 2025, ensuring festive meals reach those in need this season. Read about this community effort.