Montreal Mayor Tackles Homelessness, Housing in First Meeting
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada outlines urgent priorities including homelessness crisis, housing construction, and budget constraints during Montreal's first executive committee meeting.
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Executives Brave Cold for Youth Homelessness Awareness
Toronto finance leaders swap suits for sleeping bags in annual Covenant House Sleep Out event, raising crucial awareness and funds for homeless youth across Canada.
Regina approves $1M homelessness plan and housing options
Regina city council has approved new housing initiatives and a $1 million homelessness strategy while addressing encampment concerns. Learn about the city's comprehensive approach.
Regina approves housing options, discusses encampments
Regina city council approves new housing initiatives while addressing homelessness strategy. Delegates advocate for street team continuation amid ongoing urban challenges.
Saskatchewan expands homelessness strategy with $20M
Saskatchewan announces $20 million expansion to homelessness strategy. Learn how this funding will address housing crisis and support vulnerable populations across the province.
Halifax to clear all homeless encampments in 2 years
Halifax homelessness team aims to close all city encampments within two years according to new staff report. Learn about the plan and timeline.
Homelessness, affordability dominate London budget input
Public input for London's 2026 budget highlights a urgent community focus on homelessness and affordability. Nonprofit sector poised as key partner in city's strategy.
Montreal's New Cross-Party Executive Committee Announced
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada announces Montreal's new 14-member executive committee, featuring opposition members and prioritizing homelessness. Discover the city's collaborative new approach.
Formerly homeless Sudbury woman now has indoor home
A 60-year-old Sudbury woman who was living in a collapsed tent now has permanent indoor housing. Read her inspiring journey from homelessness to stability.
Disabled Sudbury senior homeless in broken tent
A 60-year-old disabled woman in Sudbury faces extreme hardship living in a collapsed tent after eviction. Her story highlights Ontario's growing housing crisis.
New Winnipeg homeless encampment rules take effect
Winnipeg enforces new regulations governing homeless encampments, establishing clear protocols for city officials and residents. Learn how these changes impact urban homelessness management.
Gaza's Schools Destroyed, Children Cannot Return to Class
The ongoing conflict has devastated Gaza's education system, with most schools destroyed and hundreds of thousands of children unable to resume their studies. Learn about the humanitarian impact.
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.
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.
Quebec Solidaire Demands 500 Emergency Shelters in Montreal
Quebec Solidaire calls for 500 emergency shelters to address Montreal's homelessness crisis. Learn about the urgent political response and the human impact.
Windsor Seniors Craft Warmth for Homeless
Life After Fifty members hand-knit hundreds of winter items for Windsor's Homelessness and Housing Help Hub, showcasing community compassion and active senior contributions.
Regina Committee Sends Homeless Strategy to Council
Regina's Executive Committee has forwarded key recommendations to City Council aimed at transforming the city's approach to homelessness. Learn about the proposed changes.
$22.5M Federal Investment Targets Veteran Homelessness
Federal government announces $22.5 million investment to fund 34 projects addressing veteran homelessness across Canada. Learn how this initiative will support veterans in need.
Montreal Mayor Faces STM Strike in First Week
New Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada confronts major STM strike and winter challenges during her first week in office. Read her insights on homelessness and city priorities.
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.
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.
Kitchener man runs city perimeter for homeless
A Kitchener resident completes extraordinary run around the entire city perimeter to raise awareness and support for people experiencing homelessness. Learn how one person is making a difference.
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.
Edmonton's $1M Shelter Decision Sparks Heated Debate
Edmonton City Council's controversial decision to allocate $1 million for temporary day shelter services divides community and advocates, raising questions about long-term homelessness strategy.
Ottawa Mission Culinary Grads Celebrate at Blue Door Gala
The Ottawa Mission's Food Services Training Program celebrated its latest graduates at an inspiring gala, transforming lives through culinary skills and employment opportunities for vulnerable community members.
Windsor Youth Centre Launches 'Hugs' Campaign for Youth
The Windsor Youth Centre kicks off its annual 'Hugs' campaign, providing essential support and holiday cheer to local youth in need through community donations and outreach programs.
Saint John Opens Neighbourly Homes Community
Saint John takes a major step in addressing homelessness with the opening of Neighbourly Homes, a 20-unit supportive housing community offering residents dignity and comprehensive support services.
Why clearing homeless encampments won't solve Nova Scotia's crisis
The Nova Scotia Affordable Housing Association warns that dismantling homeless encampments without proper housing alternatives exacerbates the crisis. Experts call for sustainable solutions and increased affordable housing investment.
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.
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