B.C. man gains trust of grumpy elderly flamingo
Travis Budgeon, a horticulturalist at Butterfly Gardens, forms unique bond with elderly flamingo, becoming its emotional support person. Read this heartwarming story.
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New Francophone Health Centre Opens in Timmins
Timmins welcomes a new francophone community health centre serving over 1,700 French-speaking patients. Learn how this facility addresses healthcare gaps in Northern Ontario.
Montreal clinic for vulnerable patients closing due to Bill 2
Clinique l'Agora, serving Montreal's homeless and addicted population, will close due to Quebec's new doctor payment model. The clinic's mission to care for marginalized patients ends this spring.
N.B. ends hospital patient priority for long-term care
New Brunswick discontinues prioritizing hospital patients for long-term care placements at four major hospitals, impacting healthcare access and patient flow. Learn about the policy change and its implications.
New Push to Find Missing Manitoulin Island Woman
Manitoulin Island police release new video and missing persons poster in ongoing search for Juanita Migwans, missing since 2024. Help bring her home.
Elderly B.C. men sentenced for child sex crimes
Two men in their 80s from British Columbia face prison for severe child sexual offenses, including historic abuse by a teacher and possession of thousands of child abuse images. Learn the disturbing details.
Elderly Toronto woman killed in 'cowardly' arson attack
Toronto Police confirm 84-year-old Giovanna Balestrieri was victim of deliberate arson. Homicide investigation underway as suspect caught on video fleeing scene.
Annex fire ruled homicide after elderly woman dies
Toronto police confirm weekend Yorkville fire that killed elderly woman was homicide. Investigation ongoing as authorities seek answers in 'cowardly' act.
Elderly B.C. Man Missing on Grouse Mountain - Search Underway
Surrey Police Service leads urgent search for Won Kil Kim, 84, last seen at Grouse Mountain on November 17, 2025. Public asked to report any sightings immediately.
Yorkville fire ruled homicide after elderly woman dies
Toronto police confirm the Yorkville house fire that killed an elderly woman was a deliberate homicide. Investigation continues as community seeks answers about this tragic incident.
Yorkville Fire Death Ruled Homicide: 84-Year-Old Victim
Toronto police confirm an 84-year-old woman's death in a Yorkville house fire was homicide. Investigation continues as community seeks answers.
New Brunswick adds site to Nursing Homes Without Walls
New Brunswick expands innovative Nursing Homes Without Walls program with new site, providing essential care services to seniors in their own homes across the province.
United Way Helps Keep Sudbury Seniors Warm This Winter
United Way Centraide Northeast hosted its annual Keep Seniors Warm event in Sudbury to provide winter essentials for elderly residents in need. Learn how this initiative impacts the community.
Santa for Seniors Connects Chatham-Kent Elderly
The Santa for Seniors initiative in Chatham-Kent works to ensure no senior spends the holidays alone. Community volunteers create meaningful connections through gift-giving and visits.
Man charged in Halifax senior scam targeting elderly
A 25-year-old man faces charges after allegedly scamming Halifax seniors. Learn how to protect yourself and recognize financial fraud targeting elderly Canadians.
Elderly man discovered in Barrie dealership after hours
Barrie police investigate after a 76-year-old man was found inside a local car dealership after midnight, triggering security alarms. The incident raises safety concerns.
New Website Connects Canadians with Cancer Clinical Trials
A new online platform helps Canadian cancer patients discover available clinical trials. Learn how this resource could transform cancer care access across the country.
Barrie Police Warn of Roof Repair Scams Targeting Seniors
Barrie police issue urgent warning about suspected fraudsters damaging roofs and demanding payment. Learn how to protect yourself from home repair scams.
Urgent Search for Missing Waverley Senior - RCMP Seek Help
Halifax District RCMP are urgently seeking public help to locate 74-year-old Glenwood Garth Merrick, missing from Waverley since Tuesday. The senior was last seen wearing distinctive clothing and may be disoriented.
BC Care Home Cuts Harming Seniors: Missed Baths, Isolation
Disturbing reports reveal how funding reductions to British Columbia care homes are compromising senior care, leading to skipped baths, lonely meals, and deteriorating living conditions for vulnerable residents.
Bosnia Retirement Home Fire: 11 Dead, Dozens Injured
A catastrophic fire at a retirement home in Bosnia-Herzegovina has left 11 residents dead and over 30 injured, with emergency crews working tirelessly through the night in rescue efforts.
Deadly Fire at Bosnian Retirement Boarding House Kills Several
A devastating overnight fire at a retirement boarding house in Bosnia has claimed multiple lives, with emergency crews working through the night as investigations into the tragedy begin.
Elderly woman seriously injured in Richmond collision
An 85-year-old woman was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Richmond. RCMP are investigating the incident that occurred near No. 2 Road and Blundell Road.
Missing 79-year-old Windsor woman found safe by police
LaSalle Police successfully locate missing elderly woman with dementia after community-wide search effort. The senior has been reunited with family.
Hamilton Senior's Home Invaded Through Unlocked Door
A Hamilton senior experienced a frightening home invasion when suspects walked through her unlocked door while she was alone. Police are warning residents about securing their homes.
Missing 79-Year-Old Woman: LaSalle Police Urgent Search
LaSalle Police Service has launched an urgent search for Norma Gaffney, 79, who went missing from her Windsor-area home. Authorities are concerned for her safety and asking residents to check properties.
Canadian Seniors Hit Hard by Hidden Taxes: C.D. Howe Report
New research exposes how Canadian seniors are being disproportionately affected by hidden tax increases, threatening retirement security across the nation.
Halifax designer funds wigs for cancer patients
A Nova Scotia designer is transforming lives by fundraising for custom wigs, bringing confidence and comfort to local breast cancer warriors during treatment.
Elderly Cruise Passenger Abandoned on Island Found Dead
An 80-year-old American woman was abandoned by a Norwegian Cruise Line ship in São Tomé and Príncipe and later found deceased, raising serious questions about passenger safety protocols.
PEI Senior Sleeps in Car as Elderly Homelessness Rises
A shocking new report reveals the hidden crisis of senior homelessness across Canada, as a Prince Edward Island woman shares her story of sleeping in her vehicle while waiting for affordable housing.
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