Non-911 Crisis Response Serves 4,000 Ottawa Calls
Ottawa's innovative non-911 crisis response team successfully managed over 4,000 mental health calls in its inaugural year, providing specialized care and reducing police involvement.
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Carney's budget can't fix Trudeau's economic failures
Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget attempts to address a decade of economic mismanagement under Justin Trudeau, but experts warn it won't solve Canada's productivity crisis.
Why Manufacturing Tax Incentives Don't Work in Canada
Economist Jack Mintz argues Canada's 50-year experiment with manufacturing tax preferences has failed. True economic growth requires market-driven productivity improvements, not government favoritism.
Carney's 'Buy Canadian' Policy Sparks Debate
Prime Minister Mark Carney's new 'Buy Canadian' procurement policy faces criticism for potentially harming productivity and competition. Analysis of protectionism's economic impact.
UN: Sudan relief operations near collapse
The UN migration agency warns Sudan's humanitarian operations are collapsing amid escalating violence. Millions face starvation as aid delivery becomes impossible.
Manitoba Municipalities Push for Mental Health Law Reform
Manitoba municipalities are urging the provincial government to review mental health legislation to reduce police involvement in crisis response. Learn about the renewed calls for change.
Hasenfratz: Public Sector Productivity 'Flat Like Pancakes'
Linamar CEO Linda Hasenfratz reveals public sector productivity has seen zero growth in 25 years, creating Canada's economic gap. Learn the shocking details.
Linamar CEO: Public Sector Hurting Canada Productivity
Linamar CEO Linda Hasenfratz reveals public sector productivity has been flat for 25 years while business sector grew 50%. Learn why Canada trails the US in productivity.
Barrie Mayor Seeks National Alliance on Homelessness
Barrie's mayor travels to Vancouver to build cross-country coalition demanding urgent federal action on Canada's escalating homelessness crisis. Exclusive details inside.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse
Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.
Barrie addresses Milligan's Pond encampment with coordinated action
The City of Barrie is implementing a comprehensive strategy to address the growing encampment at Milligan's Pond, balancing community safety concerns with support services for vulnerable residents.
Cambridge Clears Homeless Encampment Over Safety Concerns
City crews removed a homeless encampment at Cambridge's 150 Main Street, citing fire hazards and public safety risks. The operation highlights ongoing tensions between municipal enforcement and vulnerable populations.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Canadian Forestry, Steel Workers Demand Urgent Government Action
United Steelworkers union demands immediate intervention from Canadian government as forestry and steel sectors face unprecedented crisis threatening thousands of jobs across multiple provinces.
158 BC drug deaths in September 2025: coroner
British Columbia's toxic drug supply continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with 158 deaths reported in September 2025. New data reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing public health emergency.
Hamas Releases 3 Hostages Amid Gaza Airstrikes
Breaking developments in the Israel-Hamas conflict as three more hostages are freed while Gaza faces continued airstrikes and growing humanitarian concerns.
Chatham-Kent warns of increased drug poisonings
Public Health officials in Chatham-Kent issue urgent warning after multiple drug poisoning incidents reported across the region. Learn about the risks and safety measures.
Prince Andrew's Royal Exit: Monarchy Faces Major Crisis
Prince Andrew's permanent removal from royal duties marks a pivotal moment for the monarchy as it faces unprecedented challenges and public scrutiny in Canada and beyond.
Nurse: 'Surprised More People Haven't Died' in Manitoba Hospital
An exclusive look inside Manitoba's largest hospital reveals a healthcare system pushed to the brink, with exhausted nurses describing dangerous conditions and alarming patient wait times.
Quebec's CAQ Government Battles Doctors: Healthcare Crisis
The Coalition Avenir Québec government's aggressive approach toward medical specialists raises concerns about the future of healthcare in the province. Discover why doctors are calling this their 'line in the sand' moment.
Conrad Black: Canada's Constitutional Crisis Demands Reform
Conrad Black delivers a powerful critique of Canada's constitutional framework, arguing for Senate reform and warning of governmental overreach in this exclusive analysis.
Canada's Wildfire Crisis: Help Needed Now
As wildfires rage across Canada, rural communities face unprecedented danger while government response falls short. Exclusive analysis reveals the growing crisis in our forests.
James Moore: Canada's Most Critical Budget in Decades
As Canada prepares for what former industry minister James Moore calls 'the most critical budget in decades,' key questions about economic competitiveness, productivity, and national priorities demand answers. Discover what's at stake for Canadian taxpaye
Toronto Readers Sound Off on Transit and Housing Crisis
Toronto residents voice strong opinions on pressing local issues including public transit failures, school zone safety concerns, and the ongoing housing affordability crisis in the GTA.
Surrey demands 150 more RCMP officers for extortion crisis
Surrey declares public safety emergency as extortion rackets terrorize local businesses. Mayor Locke urges immediate provincial action for 150 additional officers amid growing violence.
BC Housing Crisis: 4 Critical Projections
New analysis reveals four critical housing projections that could reshape British Columbia's future. From soaring prices to supply shortages, discover what's ahead for Canada's most expensive housing market.
Air Traffic Controller Shortage Worsens US Flight Delays
Mounting flight delays across the United States are being exacerbated by a severe shortage of air traffic controllers, with the situation threatening to deteriorate further as the government shutdown approaches its one-month mark.
Mission Hospital ER Closed Over Halloween Weekend
Patients in Mission, BC faced limited emergency care options as the local hospital's emergency department closed for nearly 48 hours due to severe staffing shortages during the Halloween weekend.
Russia weaponizing winter in Ukraine: G7
Russia's systematic attacks on Ukrainian natural gas facilities are creating a deliberate humanitarian crisis as winter approaches, G7 energy ministers warn in urgent meeting.
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