Person Injured in Toronto Encampment Fire
A fire at a downtown Toronto encampment on December 26 left one person injured. Firefighters responded to the scene near a church. Get the latest details on the incident.
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Family Legacy Drives Holiday Giving at Sudbury Encampment
A Sudbury woman's plan for a solo Christmas volunteer shift turned into a heartwarming family surprise, continuing generations of generosity. Discover how this tradition is impacting the community.
Winnipeg's Path from Encampments to Housing in 2025
An in-depth look at Winnipeg's homelessness crisis and the community-driven efforts, led by outreach workers like Claudemier Bighetty, to transition individuals from encampments into stable housing. Explore the challenges and solutions.
Shortest Day of Year Renews Daylight Time Debate in Canada
As the winter solstice brings the shortest day, the debate over adopting permanent daylight saving time in Canada reignites. Experts argue morning light is crucial for health and productivity. Read more on the historical attempts and current discussions.
Funding decision stops Timmins homeless encampment plan
A provincial funding reversal has forced Timmins to halt plans for a designated homeless encampment. The city must now seek alternative solutions for its unhoused population.
Swedish Academy Head Mats Malm Resigns
Mats Malm, the Permanent Secretary of the Swedish Academy which awards the Nobel Prize in Literature, has resigned. Explore the details and context of this leadership change.
Amendments Proposed to Waterloo Encampment Bylaw
The Region of Waterloo is proposing changes to its controversial encampment bylaw as it plans to clear a site for a new transit hub. Get the latest details on the amendments and community impact.
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.
Montreal to bring warming trailers to homeless encampment
The City of Montreal is deploying heated trailers to the Notre-Dame Street encampment to protect unhoused residents from extreme winter cold. Read about the city's response.
CHEO nurse gets work permit extension, can stay in Canada
Sa'id Altawalbeh, a CHEO nurse, can breathe a sigh of relief after his work permit was extended for one year, giving his family more time to secure permanent residency in Canada. Read his story.
Ukrainians displaced by war need permanent residency path
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress calls on Ottawa to create a clear pathway to permanent residency for Ukrainians displaced by the ongoing war. Learn about their advocacy and the current situation.
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.
Montreal mayor's first month dominated by homelessness crisis
Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada reflects on her first month, detailing her daily confrontation with the city's homelessness crisis and her plans for action. Read her vision for a more efficient and compassionate Montreal.
Child porn convict fights deportation for 8 years in Canada
Navinder Singh, a permanent resident caught with child pornography in 2018, remains in Canada fighting deportation. His case exposes critical failures in Canada's immigration enforcement system.
Timmins picks remote site for homeless encampment, draws criticism
The City of Timmins faces fierce criticism for selecting a former sawmill site as a permanent remote homeless encampment. Residents voice safety concerns as officials defend the controversial decision.
American family's Canadian immigration dream denied
A U.S. family moved to Calgary to escape political climate, but their application for permanent residency was rejected by IRCC due to age factors, highlighting Canada's stricter immigration rules.
Saskatoon rejects designated homeless encampment areas
Saskatoon city council has voted against creating designated areas for homeless encampments following a rally at city hall. Advocates' calls for sanctioned sites were rejected.
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.
Woman critically injured in Etobicoke tent fire
A woman suffered life-threatening injuries after being found on fire inside a tent at a south Etobicoke encampment on December 2, 2025. Paramedics rushed her to hospital.
Two Charged in Lethbridge Homeless Encampment Assault
Lethbridge police have laid charges against two individuals following a serious assault at a local homeless encampment. Get the latest details on the incident and the police response.
Sudbury Warming Centre at Capacity, Needs Donations
Greater Sudbury's new 24/7 warming centre is operating at full capacity nightly. The organization is calling for urgent community donations to support the growing number of vulnerable residents seeking shelter from the cold.
Montreal homeless encampment destruction called misunderstanding
A Montreal borough mayor describes the destruction of a homeless encampment as a misunderstanding. Learn about the incident and ongoing housing challenges in Verdun.
Winnipeg man shares story of homeless encampment life
Shawn Bunskoek reveals the daily struggles of living on Winnipeg streets while fighting for housing. His powerful story highlights Canada's homelessness crisis.
Timmins seeks new shelter site amid provincial funding deadline
Timmins accelerates plans to relocate Living Space shelter and establish permanent encampment as provincial funding deadline approaches. Learn about the city's urgent housing response.
Why Canada's Deportation System Fails on Serious Crimes
Non-citizens convicted of serious crimes keep finding legal loopholes to avoid deportation. Learn how Canada's immigration system fails to enforce its own rules.
Regina approves $1M homelessness plan and housing options
Regina city council has approved new housing initiatives and a $1 million homelessness strategy while addressing encampment concerns. Learn about the city's comprehensive approach.
Abbotsford rest area encampment shut down by province
BC province closes washrooms and cuts power at Abbotsford rest stop where people lived in RVs. Some residents remain despite shutdown order. Read the latest developments.
Regina approves housing options, discusses encampments
Regina city council approves new housing initiatives while addressing homelessness strategy. Delegates advocate for street team continuation amid ongoing urban challenges.
Halifax to clear all homeless encampments in 2 years
Halifax homelessness team aims to close all city encampments within two years according to new staff report. Learn about the plan and timeline.
Study: Immigrants with Master's, PhDs Leaving Canada
A new study reveals permanent residents with master's degrees or PhDs are departing Canada at elevated rates. Explore the factors behind this troubling brain drain trend.
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