Unhoused B.C. woman discharged from hospital without shelter
A wheelchair-bound woman and caregiver allege poor treatment and unsafe discharge from Abbotsford hospital despite lacking shelter. Read the concerning details.
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35,000+ Households Left GTA Last Year: Data
New data reveals more than 35,000 households departed the Greater Toronto Area last year. Discover the factors driving this significant population shift and what it means for Canada's largest urban region.
QS Demands 500 Emergency Beds for Montreal Homeless
Québec Solidaire calls for 500 additional emergency shelter beds in Montreal as early winter hits. MNA Guillaume Cliche-Rivard warns of life-threatening conditions without immediate action.
Immigrant mothers had half of B.C. babies: StatCan
Statistics Canada study reveals immigrant mothers had 50% of B.C. births in 2024. Experts cite affordability as key factor in declining birthrate despite immigration's population role.
Tuberculosis Outbreak in Edmonton Inner City
Alberta health officials declare a tuberculosis outbreak in Edmonton's inner city, with a dozen cases linked to the homeless population. Learn about the risks and response.
TB Outbreak Hits Edmonton Homeless Population
Edmonton health officials declare tuberculosis outbreak among homeless population. Learn about response measures and public health implications for the community.
40% of Canadian births to foreign-born mothers in 2024
New StatCan data reveals 40% of Canadian births involved foreign-born mothers in 2024, highlighting immigration's role in population growth. Learn about the demographic shift.
Foreign-born mothers prevented steeper Canadian birth decline
Statistics Canada reveals immigrant mothers prevented sharper birth rate decline since 2010. Learn how immigration shapes Canada's demographic future and population trends.
Early winter snow pressures Montreal homeless shelters
Montreal's first major snowstorm forces homeless shelters into overdrive as mayor-elect pledges action. Learn how the city is responding to the crisis.
Immigration Cuts May Hinder Bank of Canada Rate Relief
Canada's reduced immigration targets could slow population growth to near zero, potentially delaying Bank of Canada interest rate cuts as unemployment may fall faster than expected.
Moncton Selects Downtown Site for New Seniors Centre
Moncton moves forward with long-awaited seniors centre as city council approves the former Moncton Lumber site downtown. The strategic location promises enhanced accessibility and community integration for older adults.
Japan Deploys Military to Combat Bear Attack Crisis
Japan takes unprecedented action as bear encounters reach record levels, deploying Self-Defense Forces to protect rural communities from aggressive wildlife.
Quebec's Bill 2: A Blow to Aging Population
Quebec's newly proposed Bill 2 threatens to dismantle financial protections for the elderly, creating barriers to healthcare access and potentially devastating retirement plans across the province.
Metro Vancouver Expands Cremation Services for Growing Population
Metro Vancouver is planning new crematorium facilities to meet rising demand driven by population growth and aging demographics. Regional district considers multiple sites to address service gaps.
Canada Slashes Immigration Targets in 2025 Budget
Ottawa unveils significant cuts to temporary resident numbers and permanent immigration targets in the 2025 federal budget, marking a dramatic shift in Canada's immigration strategy.
Three charged in Montreal homeless man stabbing death
Montreal police have charged three individuals in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 46-year-old homeless man in the city's downtown core, shedding light on violence against vulnerable populations.
Carney's 2025 Budget: Immigration Reform & Housing Fix
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney is shaping a transformative federal budget that tackles immigration reform, housing affordability, and economic growth. Discover how Carney's influence could reshape Canada's future.
Happiness Boosts Health After Economic Threshold
New Canadian research shows national happiness significantly improves population health, but only when countries pass a crucial economic development threshold. Discover the science behind the happiness-health connection.
Immigration Cuts Threaten Canadian Economy
New analysis reveals dramatic reductions to Canada's immigration levels could trigger economic stagnation, labour shortages, and reduced international competitiveness.
Immigration Cuts Ease Canada's Housing Pressure: TD Report
New TD Economics analysis shows Ottawa's immigration reductions are cooling housing demand and labour market strain, offering temporary relief for Canada's affordability crisis.
Calgary to get 2 new provincial ridings after population boom
Calgary's explosive population growth triggers electoral boundary commission recommendation for two additional provincial ridings, reshaping Alberta's political landscape ahead of 2027 election.
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