Ottawa Sri Lankan community rallies after cyclone
Ottawa's Sri Lankan diaspora unites to provide aid following Cyclone Ditwah, which caused fatal floods and landslides in Sri Lanka. Learn how the community is responding.
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Canada sends additional $200M military aid to Ukraine
Canada commits a further $200 million for Ukraine's defense against Russia, bringing total support since 2022 to $22 billion. The funds will purchase critical U.S.-sourced military hardware.
Canada pledges $235M to Ukraine, Freeland calls it investment
Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland announces a $235 million aid package for Ukraine, framing it as a strategic investment in global security. Details on the pledge and its context.
Canada announces $200M+ in new funding for Ukraine
Canada commits over $200 million in new support for Ukraine, announced by ministers following the NATO Summit. Read the details of this significant aid package.
London team provides 3D-printed orthopedic care in Gaza
A medical team from London, Ontario, is using 3D printing to create custom fixators for severe bone fractures in Gaza. This innovative approach offers critical care where resources are scarce.
USDA Threatens to Withhold SNAP Funds From States
The Trump administration warns it will withhold administrative funding from Democratic states that refuse to share personal data on food aid recipients, defying a court order. Learn about the clash over SNAP fraud prevention.
Winter Lifelines: BMO, United Way, WINS Aid Calgarians
BMO employees volunteer with United Way and WINS on Giving Tuesday to pack essential winter gear kits for Calgarians facing hardship. Learn how this partnership combats winter dangers.
London students challenge schools in holiday charity drive
H.B. Beal Secondary students kick off the 'Beal Gives Back' campaign, urging London schools to join a holiday fundraiser for Ark Aid Mission. Learn how the community can step up.
Simcoe County strengthens homeless support this winter
Simcoe County announces enhanced winter support for its homeless population. Learn about the new initiatives and how the community is responding to the ongoing crisis.
Asia Floods: Military Aid as Death Toll Nears 1,000
Devastating floods across Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia have killed nearly 1,000. Militaries are now aiding rescue efforts as leaders face pressure to respond.
Campaign Supports Youth in Canada's Child Welfare System
For GivingTuesday, the Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada launches 'The Moment I Knew' to fund critical support for 60,000 youth overcoming trauma and building stable futures.
Indonesia Floods: 193 Dead, Residents Hunt for Food, Water
Deadly floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra island have killed at least 193 people, leaving survivors desperately searching for food and clean water. Get the latest details on the rescue efforts.
UNAIDS Chief Urges Canada Not to Cut Foreign Aid
UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima appeals to Canada's government to maintain foreign aid and global health funding, warning of severe consequences from potential cuts.
Ukraine Corruption Scandal Questions Canadian Aid
A $100M corruption scandal in Ukraine's energy sector reaches President Zelenskyy's inner circle, raising concerns for Canada's $22B in aid. Read the latest developments.
Gaza conflict death toll exceeds 70,000
Health ministry reports over 70,000 deaths in Gaza conflict as humanitarian crisis deepens. Latest updates on the ongoing war and international response.
Sudan: Hundreds of Children Separated from Families
Hundreds of children have been separated from their families while fleeing violence in Sudan's West Darfur region. Learn about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in el-Fasher and Tawila.
Canadian Surgeons Return to Ukraine After 3 Years
The Canada Ukraine Surgical Aid Program completes its first mission inside Ukraine since 2022, performing complex reconstructive surgeries for war victims and training local medical teams.
Carney's $500M forestry aid helps BC amid trade tensions
Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils $500M in new forestry support including loan guarantees and trade protections, offering relief to BC's softwood lumber industry while a US trade deal remains elusive.
Canadian Coalition Demands Action on Darfur Genocide
Human rights advocates and MPs warn Darfur faces worsening genocide, urging Canada to act on humanitarian crisis affecting 7.5 million people. Read the urgent call.
Canada's gendered foreign aid spending continues
Canada continues funding $1.73 billion in gender-focused foreign aid projects despite PM Carney's policy change. Includes gender-just rice and feminist demining programs.
Gaza Aid Group Wraps Up Emergency Mission
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation concludes emergency aid operations after distributing 187 million meals. U.S.-led coordination center takes over relief efforts under ceasefire agreement.
U.S.-backed Gaza aid foundation suspends operations
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a U.S.-supported aid organization, has suspended operations in Gaza. Learn how this impacts humanitarian efforts in the conflict zone.
Timmins opens peer-led mutual aid health site
Timmins' DIY Community Health mutual aid center officially opens, offering peer-led support and crisis outreach through volunteers and donations. Learn how this initiative helps the community.
Timmins Mutual Aid Centre Opening End of January
DIY Community Health progresses on its new mutual aid centre in downtown Timmins, with an anticipated opening by the end of January 2025. Learn more about this community initiative.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine faces stark choice on U.S. peace plan
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns that Ukraine risks losing American support amid critical peace negotiations. Read the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
European leaders assure Ukraine support after US plan
European leaders pledge continued military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine following US peace proposal that left allies sidelined. Latest developments in Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Poland accuses Russia of railway sabotage on Ukraine line
Poland suggests Russia behind explosive railway sabotage disrupting Ukraine aid deliveries. Prime Minister Tusk visits blast site as tensions escalate.
UN approves US plan for international Gaza force
The United Nations has approved a US-authored resolution authorizing an international stabilization force for Gaza. The historic decision aims to restore order and humanitarian operations.
Germany Resumes Arms Sales to Israel
Germany will resume weapons exports to Israel, ending a suspension from August. The decision is conditional on the ceasefire holding and large-scale humanitarian aid delivery.
Ukraine to Buy 100 French Rafale Warplanes in Historic Deal
Ukraine signs letter of intent to purchase up to 100 Rafale fighter jets from France during Macron-Zelenskyy meeting. Historic military agreement strengthens Ukraine's defense capabilities.
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