Ultimate Burger Battle Sizzles in Eastern Ontario
United Way Eastern Ontario launches delicious fundraising campaign featuring 20+ local restaurants competing for best burger title while supporting community programs.
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Calgary Poppy Locations: Complete 2023 Guide
Discover Calgary's poppy distribution locations, Legion branches, and meaningful ways to wear the symbol of remembrance this November.
Royal Canadian Legion Launches 2025 Poppy Campaign
The Royal Canadian Legion kicks off its 2025 National Poppy Campaign, reminding Canadians to wear poppies as a symbol of remembrance and support for veterans and their families.
London's Ultimate Burger Battle Supports United Way
Elgin-Middlesex United Way launches a mouth-watering burger competition featuring 20 local restaurants, with proceeds supporting vital community programs across London, Ontario.
Alberta Students Walk Out to Support Teachers in Contract Fight
Hundreds of Alberta students walked out of classrooms to support their teachers during contract negotiations, gathering at the legislature in a powerful show of solidarity for educators demanding better working conditions.
Calgary Hospitals Launch Trauma Resilience Training
A groundbreaking program at Calgary's Foothills Medical Centre is equipping frontline hospital staff with vital tools to combat burnout and compassion fatigue through specialized trauma resilience training.
Alberta students rally for teachers, protest disability program
Edmonton students joined forces with protesters demanding better support for teachers and condemning Alberta's Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) in a powerful demonstration at the Legislature grounds.
Regina Aims for 100% Accessible Playgrounds Citywide
Regina embarks on ambitious playground renewal project with groundbreaking commitment to make every city playground fully accessible for children of all abilities.
Calgary students walk out supporting teachers in contract dispute
Hundreds of Calgary students walked out of classrooms in a powerful show of support for their teachers as contract negotiations between the Alberta Teachers' Association and the provincial government remain stalled.
Kid Rock Faces Backlash for Ableist Slur About Special Olympics
Controversy erupts as musician Kid Rock uses offensive language while discussing Special Olympics, sparking widespread condemnation from disability advocates and fans alike.
Rosie O'Donnell's Daughter Reveals Prison Experience
Chelsea O'Donnell shares her emotional story of incarceration, rehabilitation, and rebuilding her life after legal troubles, with support from her famous mother Rosie O'Donnell.
Mika Rotunda Health Update: WWE Family Shares Progress
Exclusive health update on Mika Rotunda, daughter of WWE legend Mike Rotunda (IRS), as family shares encouraging progress in her recovery journey.
Disability 'Die-In' Protest at Alberta Legislature Over ADAP
Disability rights activists are organizing a dramatic 'die-in' protest at the Alberta Legislature to oppose provincial changes to disability support programs they say will leave vulnerable citizens without essential services.
Canadian workers strongly support workplace equity programs
New research reveals strong majority support for equity, diversity and inclusion programs in Canadian workplaces, with backing spanning generations and political affiliations.
NHL's Giroux guest coaches in NS after friend's daughter dies
Philadelphia Flyers captain Claude Giroux returns to Nova Scotia as guest coach for Cape Breton Eagles, supporting the Marchand family after their daughter's cancer death in emotional community tribute.
Canadian Farmers Demand Budget Relief Amid Crisis
As Canada's agricultural sector faces a perfect storm of challenges, producers are calling for urgent support in the upcoming federal budget to address mounting pressures from trade tariffs, severe drought conditions, and declining crop values.
Disability advocate supports Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment
In a surprising move, disability advocate David Lepofsky endorses the controversial Lansdowne 2.0 project, citing significant accessibility improvements over current facilities.
Dyslexia: Canada's Silent Education Crisis
Discover why dyslexia affects 1 in 5 Canadians and how early screening and proper support can transform educational outcomes and unlock hidden potential.
Saskatoon Mom Pushes for Wheelchair-Accessible Playgrounds
A determined Saskatoon mother is transforming local playgrounds to ensure children with mobility challenges can play alongside their peers, sparking an accessibility movement across Saskatchewan.
Blind Workers Laid Off During Government Shutdown Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how vulnerable blind workers became collateral damage in political standoff, with devastating consequences for disability employment programs.
University Donates 5,000 lbs of Research Beans to Food Bank
In an inspiring act of community support, the University of Guelph has donated 5,000 pounds of beans originally destined for agricultural research to the local food bank, providing meals for thousands of families in need across Waterloo Region.
Nova Scotia grocery store launches hurricane relief donation drive
A Nova Scotia grocery store initiates a powerful donation drive to support residents devastated by Hurricane Melissa, showcasing community resilience during Atlantic Canada's storm recovery efforts.
Edmonton Winter Drive: 3000+ Items for Vulnerable
A massive winter donation drive is underway in Edmonton, with community leaders and volunteers working to collect and distribute over 3000 essential cold-weather items to vulnerable residents facing extreme temperatures.
Halloween Prep Program Helps Neurodiverse Edmonton Children
Discover how an Edmonton occupational therapist created a groundbreaking Halloween simulation program to help neurodiverse children build confidence and skills for trick-or-treating success.
Steelworkers Support Alberta Teachers Against Government
The United Steelworkers union stands with Alberta teachers as they face unprecedented government pressure and political interference in education. Learn how this labor solidarity is shaping the future of Alberta's public education system.
Budget boosts Pride security, gender-based violence supports
Canada's upcoming federal budget includes significant new investments for Pride event security and enhanced support services for survivors of gender-based violence, marking a major commitment to 2SLGBTQI+ safety.
Dartmouth Care Facility Closing in Human Rights Settlement
Ocean View Manor, a long-term care facility in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, will close permanently on December 31st as part of a human rights remedy affecting residents with disabilities across the province.
7 charged in Ottawa fake PSW diploma scheme
Seven individuals face serious charges after Ottawa Police uncovered a scheme using counterfeit diplomas to obtain personal support worker positions in healthcare facilities.
Carney: Disability inclusion key to public service renewal
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney argues that tapping into the talents of people with disabilities could transform Canada's public service and address critical workforce shortages.
Quebec's urgent baby abandonment plea: Help available
Facing heartbreaking cases of infant abandonment, Quebec health officials reveal critical resources and safe alternatives for desperate parents.
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