Calgary's emergency shelters are operating at or beyond capacity as a severe cold snap forces more people indoors. Organizations like the Drop-In Centre and Mustard Seed are using creative solutions to ensure no one is left out in the cold.
A woman reported missing in Kamloops, B.C., has been located safe and sound, according to the local RCMP detachment. The positive outcome was confirmed on December 26, 2025.
The provincial decision to close Calgary's sole supervised consumption site at Sheldon Chumir Health Centre raises alarms. Without alternatives, vulnerable neighbours face increased risks. Read the full analysis.
A new report identifies Erieau Road in Chatham-Kent as Ontario's riskiest winter drive, surpassing Highway 401. Discover the top 10 hazardous routes across Canada.
A Russian drone strike damaged Chernobyl's protective shell, reviving fears of a nuclear catastrophe. Plant director warns a collapse is possible. Read the latest.
Karen Reimer urges Canadians to drive sober this holiday season, sharing her grief after her 24-year-old daughter was killed by an impaired driver on May 1, 2022. Her story is a powerful reminder of the consequences.
Karen Reimer, whose daughter was killed by an impaired driver in 2022, urges Canadians to plan a safe ride home this holiday season. Her story is a tragic reminder of the consequences of driving under the influence.
Souls Harbour Rescue Mission distributed more than 1,200 free Christmas meals across Nova Scotia on December 23, 2025, bringing holiday cheer to communities in need.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving urges Canadians to plan for sober rides this holiday season. Learn about the risks and how to ensure a safe journey home.
A teenage boy reported missing in Winnipeg has been located safe and sound by the RCMP. Get the full details on the successful search and recovery operation.
Parishioners at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Toronto discovered an abandoned newborn in a shoebox. The mother has been located, and both are receiving care. Learn about safe surrender laws in Canada.
Matthew House in Windsor's west end could close its doors if monetary donations do not pick up soon. The shelter is issuing an urgent plea for community support to continue its vital work.
The number of migrants seeking asylum at a key Quebec border crossing has fallen sharply, with more being sent back to the U.S. under stricter enforcement. Explore the data and the policy debate.
Toronto city council votes to reimburse a consultant sued over an Etobicoke shelter plan, as a residents' group fights the project and councillors trade accusations of 'hate' for the homeless.
A woman's efforts to recover a stolen Amelia Earhart statue in Harbour Grace backfired, damaging her reputation instead of yielding a reward. The RCMP confirmed the statue's recovery.
An 86-year-old man reported missing in Ottawa on Sunday morning has been located safe and sound, according to police. Read the latest update on the successful search.
A professional contractor warns Canadians about common holiday decorating mistakes that risk fire, water damage, and structural harm. Learn how to celebrate safely.
Australia held a National Day of Reflection for the Bondi Beach shooting victims. Flags flew at half-staff in Sydney as the nation mourned the December 2025 terrorist attack.
Damian Hudson found guilty of second-degree murder for the 2023 fatal shooting of Karolina Huebner-Makurat, a mother of two, near a safe consumption site. The jury rejected his self-defence claim.
A Toronto man has been found guilty of murder for a 2025 shooting outside a Leslieville consumption site that killed a bystander, Karolina Huebner-Makurat. The verdict brings closure to a tragic case of community violence.
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
BC Housing opens 20 temporary overnight shelter beds at Coquitlam's former Riverview Hospital site for three winter months, with shuttle service from three Tri-Cities locations.
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.
The Alberta government has pledged to shut down the supervised consumption site at Calgary's Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre next year. Learn more about the decision and its implications.
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.
The UN nuclear watchdog reports a drone strike has damaged the Chernobyl containment structure, raising radiation risks. Read the latest on this critical environmental threat.
A vital new shelter at 84 Frederick Street in Kitchener officially opened on December 5, 2025, providing safe housing and support for women and gender-diverse individuals in need. Learn more about this crucial community resource.
Montreal has opened 100 new emergency shelter spaces to address homelessness, with more beds to be added over the next two weeks. Read about the city's response.
A multi-hour closure of Highway 69 in Northern Ontario ended safely after police resolved an incident. The dog involved was later found resting in a hotel bed. Get the full story.
British Columbia introduces a new rule requiring a witness for individuals using prescribed safer supply drugs. Learn about the policy aimed at preventing overdose deaths.