Toronto's radical plan for homeless shelters and drugs
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.
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.
Waterloo Region is expanding affordable childcare with 4,000 new funded spaces by 2026 as waitlists continue to grow. Learn how this initiative addresses the childcare crisis.
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.
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.
Alberta accelerates construction of five new school projects in Edmonton and Calgary to address urgent need for classroom spaces, cutting timelines by up to nine months.
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.
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.
Manitoba conducts emergency alert system test on Wednesday. Learn what to expect and how this critical public safety system protects residents across the province.
St. Joseph's General Hospital in Elliot Lake unveils three newly transformed child-friendly spaces funded by Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign and Smilezones charity.
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.
The Upper Credit Humane Society initiates a groundbreaking program to connect local seniors with foster pets, promoting companionship and mutual well-being for both.
A Canadian Hall of Fame musician from Blue Rodeo performed an intimate free concert at a London homeless shelter ahead of the band's main show. Read this heartwarming story.
RCMP successfully resolve armed robbery situation in northern Alberta, recovering stolen firearms and lifting emergency shelter-in-place order for local residents.
Cupar School students demonstrate community spirit by building a 24x16 ft snowmobile shelter for the local 180km trail network, supporting winter recreation in Saskatchewan.
Three people killed after double-decker bus crashes into Stockholm bus shelter. Driver questioned and released as investigation continues. Read the latest updates.
Quebec Public Security announces emergency alert system test for Wednesday. Learn what to expect and why these tests are crucial for public safety across the province.
New Brunswick will conduct a province-wide Alert Ready test on Wednesday, November 15, 2025. Ensure your devices are ready for this crucial public safety system check.
Nova Scotia government expands child-care access with new spaces in Inverness and Canso. Learn how this initiative supports families and early childhood development.
Ricochet shelter in Montreal's West Island expands with 22 temporary beds to address growing housing demand. Learn how this responds to the city's shelter crisis.
Severn residents ordered to shelter in place as police search for armed suspect. Stay informed about ongoing police operation and safety measures.