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's emergency shelters are operating at or beyond capacity as a severe cold snap forces more people indoors. Organizations like the Drop-In Centre and Mustard Seed are using creative solutions to ensure no one is left out in the cold.
CTV Kitchener Community Weather Host Alex Pinto and her husband have announced the birth of their new baby. The family welcomed their newest addition just before Christmas.
A man was taken to hospital following an assault in Kitchener on December 26. Waterloo Regional Police continue their investigation. Get the latest details.
Kitchener Police are working to determine the cause of a garage fire at a local residence. No injuries were reported. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Kitchener convenience store. Authorities are seeking witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage.
The Civil restaurant in Kitchener provided a warm meal and gathering space for the community on December 24, 2025, offering comfort and connection during the holidays.
Waterloo Regional Police have arrested a 19-year-old man as part of an investigation into six commercial robberies in Kitchener and Waterloo. Get the latest details on the case.
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.
A pedestrian sustained serious injuries in a crash in Kitchener. Waterloo Regional Police are investigating the incident. Get the latest details on the collision.
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a robbery at a Kitchener convenience store. Authorities are seeking information from the public to identify suspects.
Toronto city council votes to reimburse a consultant sued over an Etobicoke shelter plan, as a residents' group fights the project and councillors trade accusations of 'hate' for the homeless.
A residential fire in Kitchener overnight has left three people without a home. The Kitchener Fire Department responded to the scene. No injuries were reported.
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a commercial robbery in Kitchener that left one person injured. Get the latest details on the incident and police response.
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating multiple reports of criminal harassment in Kitchener-Waterloo from July to December 2025. Authorities have released images of a person of interest.
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
BC Housing opens 20 temporary overnight shelter beds at Coquitlam's former Riverview Hospital site for three winter months, with shuttle service from three Tri-Cities locations.
CTV News Kitchener's 2025 Toy Mountain broadcast finale featured special guests to support the holiday charity drive. Read about the event and its impact on the community.
The City of Kitchener is preparing to hire more than 200 students for temporary summer positions in 2026. Applications open soon for these valuable work experience opportunities.
A woman sustained injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Kitchener. Waterloo Regional Police are investigating the incident. Get the latest details on the collision.
A look back at the most impactful local news events in Kitchener for 2025, from a major apartment fire to new grocery rules. Discover the stories that shaped the community.
The City of Timmins faces fierce criticism for selecting a former sawmill site as a permanent remote homeless encampment. Residents voice safety concerns as officials defend the controversial decision.
A tenant reports a lack of emergency assistance during a significant flooding incident at a Kitchener apartment building on Kingsway Drive. Read about the resident's experience and the response.
Waterloo Regional Police responded to a bomb threat at a Kitchener school on December 15, 2025. Authorities confirm no immediate safety threat as investigation continues.
Montreal's Chez Doris shelter announces new emergency winter resources to protect vulnerable women from the cold. Learn how the community can support this vital initiative.
Waterloo Regional Police report an armed robbery of scooters by youths outside Fairview Park Mall in Kitchener. Get the latest details on the investigation and public safety.
A vital new shelter at 84 Frederick Street in Kitchener officially opened on December 5, 2025, providing safe housing and support for women and gender-diverse individuals in need. Learn more about this crucial community resource.
The beloved Christkindl Market is back in Kitchener, bringing festive cheer, unique vendors, and holiday spirit to the city's downtown core. Discover the details and plan your visit.
Montreal has opened 100 new emergency shelter spaces to address homelessness, with more beds to be added over the next two weeks. Read about the city's response.
Six weeks after Eli Wood vanished following a Kitchener fire, police now suspect foul play. The search continues with no answers for his family.