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.
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.
A lithium-ion battery fire prompted emergency evacuation at The Bridges shelter in Cambridge. Learn about the incident and fire safety tips for battery-powered devices.
Calgary renews critical winter programs for homeless population facing extreme cold. Learn about expanded services and community outreach efforts during dangerous temperatures.
The Regina Humane Society kicked off its annual Home for the Holidays campaign with an open house at their new facility, helping pets find loving families this season.
In 1980, John Morris's car broke down on Thanksgiving, leading him to seek shelter in an empty farmhouse. Discover what happened when the occupants returned home.
Dozens gathered in Montreal's Cabot Square to remember Indigenous community members who died on the streets. Learn how the housing crisis impacts vulnerable populations.
Barrie's Busby Centre launches urgent $250,000 fundraising campaign to support homeless community through winter. Learn how you can help make a difference today.
Federal government invests $17.2 million to build safe homes in Embrun for women escaping domestic abuse. New initiative addresses critical housing needs for vulnerable women and children.
Windsor's Cozy Cats initiative seeks community support to renovate cat facilities at WECHS. Learn how you can help create better spaces for felines awaiting forever homes.
Timmins accelerates plans to relocate Living Space shelter and establish permanent encampment as provincial funding deadline approaches. Learn about the city's urgent housing response.
Toronto's shelter guidelines encourage hiring active drug users and providing drug services in all facilities, including those with children. A controversial shift in harm reduction.
The Lighthouse in Orillia prepares to open its warming centre as temperatures drop. Learn how this vital service supports community members during cold months.
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.
A new report reveals nearly 1,000 people are experiencing sheltered homelessness in Halifax. Learn about the city's housing crisis and the new shelter village response.
Exclusive: The TTC is planning further subway station name changes, including Pioneer Village, under a new racial equity policy. Internal emails reveal the scope and costs.
DIY Health Timmins opens new warming centre at former Vintnar's Celler Winery location on Algonquin Boulevard to provide shelter during winter months.
Fire at downtown Toronto shelter prompts evacuations with no injuries reported. Toronto Fire Services responded quickly to contain the blaze. Read the latest details.
A major fire aboard a container ship at the Port of Los Angeles has triggered a shelter-in-place order for nearby communities. Get the latest details on the emergency response.
Saskatchewan government allocates $1.5 million for emergency hotel accommodations to support people experiencing homelessness during winter months. Learn about this critical initiative.
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.
Mississauga City Council decides against renaming Duke of York Boulevard but will remove all plaques associated with the former prince from municipal properties. Learn about the compromise decision.
Students at Parry Sound High School and Parry Sound Public School are safe after shelter-in-place advisory lifted following nearby fire incident. Read the latest updates.
Students at Parry Sound High School and Parry Sound Public School shelter in place due to nearby fire. Emergency response underway in Northern Ontario community.
New Glasgow Regional Police arrest a man for assault and property damage at a local shelter. Incident highlights ongoing community safety concerns in Nova Scotia.
Calgary's multi-agency extreme weather response program launches December 1 to protect homeless residents from dangerous cold. Over 20 organizations collaborate to provide shelter and essential services.
The Rowan House Society in High River expands services to include pets of domestic abuse survivors, recognizing pets as family members who also need protection from violent situations.
Calgary implements emergency response plan to protect homeless residents during dangerous -20C temperatures. Outreach teams provide critical shelter and support.
Residents in Ohsweken can resume normal activities after Ontario Provincial Police lifted a shelter-in-place order following an armed incident. One person hospitalized.
Toronto's Dundas TTC station renaming, a former mayor's priority, faces unexpected financial implications. Discover the full story behind this controversial project.
Exclusive: Toronto's Dundas TTC station renaming to TMU faces $400,000 in hidden map update costs, internal emails reveal political pressure and budget concerns.