Community rallies after Salvation Army fire in Prince Albert
The Prince Albert community mobilizes support after a fire destroys the Salvation Army building, leaving the city without a crucial warming centre. Read about the local response.
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Edmonton activates extreme weather response for New Year's
Edmonton launches its extreme weather response starting January 1, 2026, to protect vulnerable residents from harsh winter conditions. Get the latest details on warming centres and safety measures.
2025 ranks as one of three hottest years on record
Scientists confirm 2025 was one of the three warmest years ever recorded, underscoring the accelerating climate crisis. Read the latest data and analysis.
SoftBank buys DigitalBridge for $3B in AI infrastructure push
Japanese giant SoftBank agrees to a $3 billion cash deal for DigitalBridge, aiming to capitalize on soaring AI-driven demand for data centres and digital infrastructure. Get the full details.
Batshaw launches campaign for vulnerable Quebec youth
The Batshaw Youth and Family Centres Foundation has launched a new awareness campaign featuring Jasmine Brown to support at-risk young people in Quebec. Learn how you can help.
Montreal shelter demand high despite added winter spaces
Advocates report hundreds of new shelter and warming station spaces in Montreal are helping this winter, but surging demand and limited daytime access pose significant ongoing challenges.
Freezing Rain Possible in SE Alberta as Temperatures Warm
A freezing rain warning is in effect for southeastern Alberta, including Calgary, as overnight temperatures rise. Stay informed on the forecast and travel impacts for Christmas Day.
Tech Firms Shift $120B AI Data Centre Debt Off Books
Major tech companies have used complex SPV financing to shield $120 billion in AI data centre spending from their balance sheets, raising concerns about hidden financial risks for Wall Street investors. Read the full analysis.
Warming Centre Opens in Prince Albert for Winter
The Salvation Army has launched a warming centre in downtown Prince Albert, offering refuge for up to 35 guests during extreme winter cold. Learn about this vital community service.
Navy Reactors Proposed to Power AI Data Centres
A Texas power developer has filed a plan to use decommissioned US Navy nuclear reactors to power data centres, aiming to meet surging AI energy demands. The project could be online by 2029.
Prince Albert Warming Centre Opens for Extreme Cold
A new warming centre operated by the Salvation Army is now open in Prince Albert, offering shelter and amenities for up to 35 residents during dangerous winter temperatures. Learn more about this vital community service.
CPPIB, Goodman invest US$2.6B in European data centres
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Australia's Goodman Group are investing US$2.6 billion to build AI data centres in Europe. Construction starts mid-2026.
AI Boom Forces Dirty Power Plants Back Online
The explosive growth of AI data centres is straining Canada's power grid, forcing utilities to reactivate polluting 'peaker' plants to meet surging electricity demand. Discover the environmental impact.
Calgary church hosts Christmas meal for homeless in deep freeze
As temperatures plummet, Journey Church in Calgary provides a warm refuge and a festive meal for the city's homeless population, offering a moment of connection during the holidays.
Google's Parent Alphabet Buys Intersect Power for $4.75 Billion
Alphabet Inc. makes a massive $4.75 billion deal to buy clean energy developer Intersect Power, securing power for its AI data centres amid soaring energy demands. Read the full story.
New women's warming centre opens in Saskatoon's Riversdale
A new women's warming centre has opened in Saskatoon's Riversdale neighbourhood just before Christmas, despite significant concerns raised by local businesses and residents about transparency and location.
Batshaw's 'Santa Frank' Delivers Holiday Joy to Kids
Frank Campanile transforms into 'Santa Frank' each year, leading a massive gift-giving operation for thousands of children connected to Batshaw Youth and Family Centres. Discover the heartwarming story.
Edmonton Council Weighs Paid Parking at City Facilities
Edmonton city council is exploring options to introduce paid parking at popular municipal attractions, including the zoo and recreation centres. Learn about the potential changes and their implications.
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.
Alberta's Data Centre Boom Powered by Natural Gas
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta's $100 billion data centre goal is now attainable after federal Clean Electricity Regulations were suspended, paving the way for natural gas power. Read more.
$1.26B European Investment for Alberta Data Centres
Two European companies will build four data centres in Alberta, starting in Olds and Bonnyville, attracted by the province's energy and business climate. A major boost for local tech.
Stratford's First Overnight Warming Centre Opening Soon
Stratford is launching its first overnight warming centre at the Connections Centre to provide a safe, warm space for those in need during the cold winter months. Learn about the opening and its importance.
Barrie's Holiday Hours for City Services Announced
The City of Barrie has released its holiday operating schedule for parking, transit, and recreation centres. Plan your festive season with these key dates and closures.
Eby hints at new Vancouver pipeline, food prices to rise 6%
Weekly climate news from B.C. and beyond: Premier Eby floats a second pipeline idea, food costs could surge six per cent, and global climate facts. Stay informed on the crisis.
Orillia's New Warming Centre Officially Opens
The City of Orillia officially opened its new warming centre on Friday, December 5, 2025. The facility provides a crucial warm, safe space for residents during the cold winter months.
Alberta Courts AI Data Centres, Straining Future Energy Grid
Alberta seeks AI data centre investment, but experts warn of massive energy demands. Martin Boucher from Norquest College explains the province's preparation challenge. Read more.
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.
Car stolen while warming up at Guelph hospital
A vehicle was stolen while left running unattended in a Guelph hospital parking lot. Police warn against warming up cars unoccupied. Read the details.
Montreal adding 500 warming shelter spaces for winter
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada announces a major expansion of Montreal's warming shelter network, adding 500 new spaces before Christmas to protect vulnerable residents from the cold.
Rural Republicans Push Back on Trump's AI Data Centre Expansion
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.
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