Thorncliffe Park apartment fire prompts resident evacuation
A persistent electrical fire in East York's Thorncliffe Park led to power outages and the evacuation of two apartment buildings. Crews are battling the stubborn blaze.
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Historic Edmonton Downtown Property Listed for Sale
The prominent downtown Edmonton site that once housed the Bank of Montreal and Tegler buildings is now on the market. Discover the potential future of this prime location.
Canadian Disaster-Resistant Homes Built for Extreme Weather
Canadian initiative creates homes twice as strong as code requirements at only 1% extra cost. Learn how new building techniques withstand harsh weather realities.
Zamboni fire causes evacuation at Saskatchewan rink
A Zamboni machine caught fire at a Saskatchewan hockey arena, prompting emergency evacuation. The incident highlights arena safety concerns during winter sports season.
Historic Bay Building Milestone Reached in Winnipeg
Southern Chiefs' Organization marks major progress in Hudson's Bay building transformation. Final concrete block removed in downtown Winnipeg redevelopment project.
Barrie Prefab Facility to Accelerate Home Building
A new prefabricated construction facility in Barrie promises to build homes nearly four times faster, offering a potential solution to Canada's housing affordability crisis.
Kitchener doctor charged with 50 counts of sexual assault
Kitchener neurologist Jeffrey Sloka faces 50 counts of sexual assault allegedly occurring at Grand River Hospital. The case involves incidents at the Kaufman Building.
New Six-Storey Regina Apartment Near Wascana Park
Regina city council approves rezoning for a new six-storey, 100-unit apartment building on Broad Street, replacing the former Canadian Blood Services site with views of Wascana Park.
Downtown Toronto Shelter Fire Prompts Evacuations
Fire at downtown Toronto shelter prompts evacuations with no injuries reported. Toronto Fire Services responded quickly to contain the blaze. Read the latest details.
Calgary's Historic Old Y Faces Uncertain Future
Community organizations rally to save Calgary's historic YWCA building from vacancy. The century-old Beltline landmark risks losing its community legacy after tenants were forced out.
Manitoba Holiday Tradition Returns for 2025 Season
Winnipeg's cherished holiday tradition returns as local choirs prepare to perform at the Manitoba Legislative Building. Discover the festive schedule and activities planned for this seasonal celebration.
Century-old Winnipeg building demolished, society laments
Winnipeg's historic Bell Block, built in 1901 at 813 Main Street, has been demolished. The historical society calls the loss 'almost unrecognizable.' Learn about this heritage preservation failure.
Propane torch motel fire leads to evacuation in Hinton
RCMP investigate after a couch was deliberately set on fire with a propane torch at Big Horn Motel in Hinton, Alberta, forcing complete evacuation. Emergency responders contained the dangerous situation.
23 Edmonton Projects Honored in Urban Design Awards
Edmonton celebrates 23 outstanding architecture projects in the Urban Design Awards, recognizing innovative design that shapes the city's landscape and community spaces.
B.C. Government Debuts Digital Home Building Tool
British Columbia introduces innovative digital platform to streamline housing development process. Learn how this technology aims to address the housing crisis faster.
Old grenade in donation bin shuts down Chatham store
An old grenade discovered in a Value Village donation bin prompted a major police response and store closure in Chatham, Ontario. Details on the incident and safety investigation.
Fire prompts evacuations at UN climate talks in Brazil
A fire sparked inside the COP30 venue forced emergency evacuations. Video captures panicked attendees fleeing the UN climate conference in Brazil. Read the latest developments.
QuadReal Sells Vancouver's Historic Post Building
Global developer QuadReal Property Group has sold The Post, a landmark heritage office building in downtown Vancouver. Discover the details of one of Canada's most ambitious redevelopments.
Cologix MTL8 Data Centre Earns LEED Gold in Canada
Cologix's MTL8 data center in Montréal becomes one of Canada's first colocation facilities to earn prestigious LEED Gold certification, reinforcing leadership in sustainable AI infrastructure.
New Emergency Evacuation Site for Orillia Hospital
Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital has designated a new emergency evacuation location for patients and staff. Learn about the hospital's emergency preparedness plans.
Mount Semeru Erupts, Blanketing Indonesian Villages in Ash
Indonesia's Mount Semeru volcano erupted on November 19, 2025, spewing ash and volcanic materials and prompting urgent evacuations in East Java.
Saskatoon YMCA plans major downtown transition
Saskatoon's YMCA prepares for significant changes as it transitions from its flagship downtown building. Future plans remain uncertain in this transformational moment for the community hub.
Japan wildfire damages 170 homes, forces evacuations
Massive wildfire in southwestern Japan destroys 170 homes and forces evacuations. Latest updates on the Oita fire disaster and emergency response efforts.
Thunderbird House Restoration Plans in Winnipeg
Plans are underway to restore Winnipeg's iconic Thunderbird House, a vital Indigenous cultural center. The major project aims to preserve and revitalize this important community landmark for future generations.
Saint John's Golden Ball Building Sold, May Be Demolished
Irving Oil's iconic Golden Ball building in Saint John has been sold and could face demolition. Learn about this significant development for New Brunswick's landscape.
Industry urges national electrification strategy
A coalition of industry, labour and Indigenous groups is calling on the Canadian government to make clean electrification a nation-building priority to drive economic growth and competitiveness.
Gas pedal error causes building crash in East Vancouver
A driver accidentally hit the gas instead of the brake, crashing into an East Vancouver building. No injuries reported in the November 16 incident. Read details.
Car Hits Vancouver Building, No Serious Injuries
A vehicle crashed into an East Vancouver building on November 16, 2025. Emergency crews responded quickly, confirming no serious injuries. Investigation ongoing.
No injuries in southwest Calgary abandoned building fire
Calgary firefighters successfully extinguished a small fire in a vacant southwest building on November 16, 2025. No injuries reported in the incident. Read the full details.
Australian schools close in asbestos contamination scare
Multiple Australian schools forced to close following asbestos contamination discovery. Health authorities launch urgent investigation into widespread safety concerns affecting students and staff.
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