Ottawa charities report increased demand and shrinking resources this Giving Tuesday. Learn how local organizations like BGC Ottawa are adapting and how you can help support vital community programs.
Life of Pie bakery and cafe on Bank Street will shut its doors for good on Dec. 28, 2025. The owners announced the permanent closure of the beloved Old Ottawa South spot.
Life of Pie bakery and cafe on Bank Street in Old Ottawa South will shut its doors for good on December 28, 2025. The owners announced the sad news to the community.
A Greater Sudbury police initiative to improve downtown safety is yielding positive results, with a noticeable drop in open drug use and other offences. Learn about the strategy and its impact.
Downtown Saskatoon will see new Indigenous-led peacekeeper patrols. Learn about this community safety initiative and its goals for the city core.
Ottawa Police data reveals a concerning 21% increase in personal robberies in 2025. Get the details on the trend and community safety insights.
Discover the best events and activities in Ottawa this weekend from November 28-30. Your complete guide to making the most of your days in the capital city.
Vancouver's Granville Street hospitality industry reports untenable crime levels, demanding closure of SROs after 6,641 emergency calls since 2020. Read the full investigation.
Chatham councillor reveals downtown safety concerns driven by social disorder and lack of immediate solutions. Learn about the community impact and ongoing challenges.
Chatham-Kent Police Service responds to growing safety concerns in downtown Windsor core. Learn about the measures being implemented to protect residents and businesses.
Sault police and bylaw officers inspected 40 vacant downtown properties, re-securing 5 buildings to prevent unlawful entry. Latest community safety update.
Ottawa police are asking for the public's help to find Bernadette Regis-Gregoire, 29, who was last seen heading to downtown Ottawa on November 22. Call with tips.
Ottawa secures $4 million funding to install traffic calming measures at photo radar locations, enhancing road safety near schools and communities across the city.
A woman fights for life after being struck in a downtown Toronto hit-and-run near Dundas and Beverley streets. Police seek witnesses as investigation continues.
A woman remains in serious condition after a hit-and-run incident in downtown Toronto. Police continue investigating as paramedics confirm life-threatening injuries.
Barrhaven mother Suzanne Westover advocates for real traffic calming measures on Clearbrook Drive, where speeding cars endanger students walking to school. Join the call for safer streets.
Ottawa residents spot drones flying over downtown areas this week. Learn about the official purpose behind these surveillance flights and what authorities are monitoring.
Over 50,000 Ottawans gathered for the annual Help Santa Toy Parade on November 22, 2025, celebrating holiday spirit along a brand-new route through downtown Ottawa.
Fire at downtown Toronto shelter prompts evacuations with no injuries reported. Toronto Fire Services responded quickly to contain the blaze. Read the latest details.
Ottawa residents should prepare for variable weather this weekend with sunshine, snow and rain all in the forecast. Stay updated on the changing conditions.
Calgary Downtown Association's innovative Ladybug clean team is working to revitalize downtown alleys, making them safer and more welcoming for everyone.
Ottawa experiences messy weather mix Friday with ice fog and frost-coated trees, but sunny skies expected Saturday. Get the full forecast details.
Discover Ottawa's weekend events including Magic of Lights, Luminaire Holiday Kickoff and Christmas Market. Your guide to November 21-23 festivities in the capital.
London Police Service arrested a man after an assault in the downtown core. Stay informed about community safety and local law enforcement updates.
Vancouver Police confirm a man is dead following a stabbing on Granville Street. Investigation ongoing as authorities seek witnesses. Read the latest updates.
Two members leave Regina's Downtown Street Team as oversight shifts from RDBID to new city-chosen organization, creating community concerns about service continuity.
A hydro vault fire at 160 Elgin Street forced road closures and emergency response in downtown Ottawa Saturday morning. No injuries reported. Avoid the area.
A man was seriously injured in a daylight stabbing at a downtown Toronto park. Police are searching for the suspect who fled the scene. Stay informed about public safety.
Your complete guide to Ottawa events this weekend featuring the Barrhaven Santa Claus parade, police body camera rollout, and potential city landfill purchase. Stay informed about local happenings!
Ottawa police are asking for public help to identify a man suspected of robbing a bank on Laurier Avenue West on October 28, 2025. Authorities have released details about the investigation.