Ontario exempts training centres from municipal laws
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
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Ocean Crisis: Warming Waters Threaten Our Planet
Ocean Wise CEO warns our vital oceans are at risk. Discover how rising temperatures and acidification threaten the source of 60% of our oxygen. Learn more.
Alberta Proposes Levy on AI Data Centres
Alberta's UCP government introduces bill enabling tech companies to build data centres while protecting public power and water grids. Learn about the new regulatory framework.
Orillia Warming Centre Opening Soon for Winter
The Lighthouse in Orillia prepares to open its warming centre as temperatures drop. Learn how this vital service supports community members during cold months.
Calgary warming centre opens Dec 1 for youth in need
Wood's Homes opens a warming centre in Calgary from Dec 1 to Mar 31, offering meals, showers, and support services to youth under 29. Learn how to help.
Winnipeg Christmas Tree Supply Exceeds Demand This Season
Winnipeg garden centres report abundant Christmas tree supply as demand slows over four years. Ron Paul Garden Centre owner Ray DuBois discusses changing consumer trends.
New warming centre opens in Timmins
DIY Health Timmins opens new warming centre at former Vintnar's Celler Winery location on Algonquin Boulevard to provide shelter during winter months.
COP30 Reaches Global Climate Deal on Fossil Fuels
A new global climate deal emerges from COP30 in Brazil, aiming to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. Read the details on the hard-fought agreement.
G20 draft declaration reveals climate change compromises
G20 leaders' draft declaration shows significant compromises on climate language ahead of summit. Fossil fuel phase-out language softened amid global divisions.
New Women's Warming Centre Opens in Saskatoon
Saskatoon launches a temporary warming centre for women at a former bus terminal. Get the latest on winter shelter logistics and the permanent location underway.
Schneider Electric seals $2.3B in US data centre deals
Schneider Electric lands $2.3 billion in U.S. data centre contracts to power the AI boom. Discover how this impacts the tech sector and energy demands.
Brazil urges nations to negotiate climate solutions at COP30
At the COP30 summit in Brazil, host nation urges global cooperation to find urgent solutions to the escalating climate crisis and rising global temperatures.
Toronto winter plan won't protect homeless: advocates
Advocates warn Toronto's winter services plan leaves vulnerable residents at risk as cold weather approaches. Learn about the gaps in emergency warming centers and shelter capacity.
Manitoba's 72-hour detention for meth intoxication
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew introduces involuntary 72-hour detention for drug-intoxicated individuals. New protective care centers aim to address public safety and addiction treatment in Winnipeg.
Saskatoon's rushed shelter approval sparks council frustration
Saskatoon city council approves emergency downtown warming shelter amid heated debate and concerns about rushed planning process and community impact.
Saskatoon Council Frustrated by Warming Centre Costs
Saskatoon city councillors express frustration after discovering $515,000 in unexpected renovations needed for new warming centre just weeks before winter.
Polar Bear Week Highlights Growing Arctic Climate Threats
As Canada's Arctic faces unprecedented warming, Polar Bear Week spotlights the growing threats to these iconic predators and the urgent conservation efforts needed to protect them.
17 Genius Gifts for People Who Are Always Cold
Discover the perfect warming gifts for your chilly loved ones. From high-tech heated blankets to cozy wearable solutions, we've curated the ultimate guide to beat the cold.
Edmonton funds $1M winter day shelters amid cold snap
City council approves emergency funding to expand daytime shelter capacity during harsh winter months, providing crucial warm spaces for vulnerable residents.
UN: Climate efforts still dangerously inadequate
New UN assessment shows global climate efforts remain critically insufficient despite slight progress. The gap between current pledges and needed action threatens Paris Agreement goals.
UN Climate Talks: Time for Action, Not Just Words
As global leaders prepare for another round of UN climate negotiations in Brazil, environmental experts and activists are calling for concrete action rather than more empty promises and prolonged discussions.
Sudbury Opens 24/7 Warming Centre for Extreme Cold
Greater Sudbury launches first-ever 24/7 warming centre at YMCA to provide life-saving shelter during freezing temperatures, addressing critical gap in community services.
Climate Crisis Escalates: Urgent Action Needed in Canada
Breaking climate change reports reveal unprecedented environmental shifts affecting Canadian communities. From extreme weather patterns to innovative green technology solutions, discover what's happening in Canada's climate landscape.
Waterloo Region Warming Centres Open for Winter
As temperatures drop, Waterloo Region launches seasonal warming centres providing safe, warm spaces for vulnerable residents during cold weather months.
U.S. Officials Skip UN Climate Talks in Germany
American officials were notably absent from UN climate negotiations in Germany, raising questions about U.S. commitment to international climate cooperation amid growing environmental concerns.
CRA Call Centre Crisis: 53% of Calls Never Answered
Canada's Auditor General Karen Hogan exposes alarming service failures at CRA call centres, with 53% of callers unable to reach agents. Discover the troubling findings and what this means for Canadian taxpayers.
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