Extra Cold Weather Shelters Open in Vancouver
Vancouver activates additional emergency shelter spaces to protect vulnerable residents from a severe cold spell. Learn about the city's response and available resources.
Vancouver activates additional emergency shelter spaces to protect vulnerable residents from a severe cold spell. Learn about the city's response and available resources.
Calgary battles extreme cold with wind chills near -30°C, causing flight delays, closed ski hills, and health warnings. Here's what you need to know if you must venture out.
A dangerously cold north wind is sweeping through Calgary, putting the city's homeless and vulnerable populations at significant risk. Learn about the immediate dangers and community response.
The Salvation Army makes an urgent plea for donations as its Christmas Kettle Campaign lags. Demand for food, shelter, and support hit 1.5 million visits in Ontario last year.
Calgary EMS issues urgent frostbite warning as temperatures plunge well below seasonal. Health officials detail the rapid risks and essential safety tips for residents during the extreme cold.
Matthew House in Windsor's west end could close its doors if monetary donations do not pick up soon. The shelter is issuing an urgent plea for community support to continue its vital work.
The MUHC Foundation is providing crucial support to Montreal families struggling financially this holiday season through donations and community initiatives. Discover how they're making a difference.
Ottawa shelters like the Ottawa Mission are at full capacity, forcing dozens to sleep in lobbies. Urgent need for winter clothing and donations continues post-holidays.
The Salvation Army in Sydney, N.S., reports a critical shortage of winter clothing as demand surges. Community donations are urgently needed to help families stay warm this season.
Environment Canada has issued a cold weather warning for parts of Saskatchewan as frigid temperatures descend. Learn how to stay safe and prepare for the dangerous chill.
Over 100 volunteers, many veterans themselves, delivered personalized holiday hampers to hundreds of Calgary veterans and their families, embodying a continued spirit of service.
After nearly a decade, a Washington state cold case unit has secured a conviction for the 2016 murder of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation carver George David. Discover how justice was finally served.
CTV's Toy Mountain campaign concludes another season of giving in Barrie, collecting donations for local children. See how the community came together for the holidays.
Canadian Blood Services makes an urgent appeal for donors this holiday season. Your donation can save lives. Book an appointment now.
CTV Edmonton's Toy Mountain campaign concludes successfully, gathering more than 2,000 toys for the Boys and Girls Club Big Brothers Big Sisters. Volunteers sorted donations for delivery.
Groundbreaking research reveals how low temperatures compromise the immune system, leading to seasonal colds. Discover the science behind the old adage.
The Salvation Army makes an urgent appeal as donations to its crucial Red Kettle Campaign lag behind. Your support is needed now to help vulnerable Canadians this holiday season.
A new study reveals how cold temperatures weaken nasal immunity, making you more susceptible to viruses. Learn how to protect yourself this winter season.
Calgarians enjoyed a mild reprieve to dig out from a winter storm, but a severe cold stretch is now moving in. Get ready for a frigid weekend ahead.
Ontario's major political parties are actively fundraising during the holiday season, drawing criticism for competing with charities. Learn why this timing is seen as tone-deaf.
Windsor-Essex food banks express gratitude for holiday donations but stress the critical need for year-round support as demand continues in 2026. Learn how you can help.
The Salvation Army in Edmonton has raised only 30% of its $500,000 Christmas Kettle goal with one week left. Officials express concern and call for urgent donations and volunteers.
Charitable donations in Ottawa are falling sharply as the holiday season increases demand for services. Organizations like the Caring and Sharing Exchange face a critical gap in resources.
Volunteers at Southcentre Mall wrap holiday gifts for donations, raising crucial funds for Cystic Fibrosis Canada in its 13th annual campaign. Join the cause!
The YQGgreen community group in Windsor collected essential winter items for the Downtown Mission and Windsor Youth Centre on December 17, 2025, demonstrating local solidarity during the cold season.
President Trump reveals the new White House ballroom could cost up to $400 million, double initial estimates. The project, funded privately, will also host future inaugurations. Read the latest details.
Discover where to volunteer in Calgary this holiday season. From delivering hampers to adapting toys, learn how you can help local charities and make a direct impact.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is in its final stretch. Organizers issue an urgent call for donations to meet the community's needs this holiday season. Learn how you can help.
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas toy program in Edmonton is set to distribute 4,000 gifts to local families in need this holiday season, bringing early joy to the community.
Closet Share, a Sudbury non-profit, can accept clothing donations again after a new deal with Value Village clears its backlog. The charity provides free clothing to those in need.