Montreal cuts $6.5M baby box program to reduce debt
Montreal axes its popular free baby supply box initiative to trim costs, leaving parents and local businesses devastated. The $6.5M program helped 20,000 families.
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Montreal's 2026 budget unveiled with focus on priorities
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada presents Montreal's 2026 budget, a $7.67B plan with a 3.8% property tax increase, tripling homelessness funds and prioritizing public safety. Public hearings underway.
Ottawa Police Release Photo of Aggressive Theft Suspects
Ottawa police have released a photo of three male suspects wanted for a series of aggressive retail thefts across the city. Authorities warn the public not to intervene.
Zoe Saldana Becomes Highest-Grossing Actor of All Time
Zoe Saldana has dethroned Scarlett Johansson as the highest-grossing actor in history, with her films earning $16.8 billion globally, fueled by the success of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash.'
1926 Baby Name Trends: Classics vs. Forgotten Names
A look back at the most popular baby names from 1926 reveals which timeless choices like James and Elizabeth remain favourites today, and which have faded into history. Discover the surprising shifts in naming trends over a century.
Regina budget yields mixed results for grant programs
Regina's 2026 city budget spares community grants with a future boost but cuts heritage incentives. Local groups express relief and concern over the process.
Avatar Tops Box Office for 4th Straight Week
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' leads the North American box office for a fourth consecutive weekend, while the new sci-fi film 'Primate' opens strong in second place. Get the latest entertainment news.
Contaminated Gas in Kitchener, Blue Box Changes, $10K Police Reward
A Kitchener driver reports car damage from contaminated gas at a Shell station. Ontario's blue box program faces changes, and police offer a $10K reward. Get the latest local news updates.
Alberta minister vows no cuts to disability benefits
Alberta's Social Services Minister Jason Nixon commits to no budget cuts for AISH and new ADAP program, defends support levels ahead of July launch. Details on medical review panel revealed.
What's On in Montreal: Jan. 8-11, 2026
Discover the best events and activities happening in Montreal this weekend, from cultural highlights to local news. Plan your perfect Montreal experience now.
Ontario Blue Box Changes Leave Small Businesses Scrambling
New Ontario Blue Box regulations create recycling gaps for London small businesses. Learn how the changes impact commercial waste and what companies are doing to adapt.
Ontario's Blue Box Program Expands Recyclable Items
Ontario's Blue Box recycling program is expanding in 2026 to accept more items, reducing landfill waste. Learn what you can now recycle and how this change impacts Kitchener and the province.
AI ChatGPT Chooses Name for First New Year's Baby
A baby born moments after midnight on New Year's Day 2026 received its name from ChatGPT. Discover the unique story behind this modern naming trend.
Avatar: Fire and Ash Hits $1B, Leads 2026 Box Office
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' dominates the 2026 box office, crossing the $1 billion mark globally. Discover the film's record-breaking start.
Manitoba's Top Baby Names for 2025 Released
Discover the most popular baby names in Manitoba for 2025. Get the full list and see what trends are shaping parents' choices across the province.
Ottawa recycling change: No job losses, city confirms
Ottawa confirms no job losses as recycling collection shifts to the province. City workers will now focus on small businesses and public spaces. Learn about the new program's expanded list of accepted items.
Calgary's 2026 New Year Baby Welcomed at South Health Campus
Sara and Sebastian Stewart welcomed baby Theodore, Calgary's first newborn of 2026, at South Health Campus. Edmonton also welcomed its first baby at the exact same moment. Read more about these special arrivals.
Windsor area welcomes first baby of 2026
Erie Shores HealthCare in the Windsor area celebrates the arrival of Alice Isidro Guenther, the region's first newborn of 2026. Discover the heartwarming details of this New Year's arrival.
RVH Celebrates First New Year's Baby for 2026
Taylor and Chris Brown welcome son Jack, the first baby born at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie in 2026. Discover the heartwarming story and other New Year's arrivals across Canada.
First Nation Mom Welcomes Saskatoon's First 2026 Baby
A First Nation mother gave birth to Saskatoon's first baby of 2026. Discover the heartwarming story and other New Year arrivals across Canada.
Alberta's First 2026 Baby Born in Calgary
Theodore Stewart arrived at 12:03 a.m. on New Year's Day in Calgary, marking Alberta's first birth of 2026. Discover the heartwarming story and other Canadian New Year arrivals.
Edmonton's 2026 New Year Baby Arrives at Grey Nuns
A baby boy welcomed by Stephanie Fernandez and Elrick Obligar is Edmonton's first newborn of 2026, born at Grey Nuns Community Hospital. Discover the heartwarming details and Calgary's simultaneous arrival.
First Babies of 2026 Born Across British Columbia
Meet the first babies born in British Columbia in 2026, from Kelowna to Terrace. Discover the heartwarming stories of these special New Year arrivals and the families welcoming them.
Manitoba's First 2026 Baby Born at Brandon Hospital
Brielle, daughter of Kendra Henry and Aaron Dayton, is the first baby of 2026 at Brandon Regional Health Centre. Meet the New Year's arrival bringing joy to Manitoba.
Moncton's First Baby of 2026 Born at The Moncton Hospital
The first baby of the new year in Moncton, New Brunswick, arrived at 12:02 a.m. on January 1, 2026. Meet Baby Caldon and the story of this special New Year's delivery.
Windsor Welcomes First Baby of 2026 on New Year's Day
Baby Favour Jesuseum Josiah, Windsor's first newborn of 2026, shares a special birthday with her father. Meet the family and see other regional New Year arrivals.
Ottawa Welcomes First New Year's Baby of 2026
Dixabahen and Mehulkumar Patel welcomed their son at Montfort Hospital just 23 minutes into the new year, becoming the National Capital Region's first family of 2026.
B.C.'s First Child of 2026 Born in Kelowna
The first baby of the new year in British Columbia arrived in Kelowna on January 1, 2026. Discover the heartwarming story of this special New Year's arrival.
First Baby of 2026 Born in Windsor, Ontario
Meet Favour Jesuseum Josiah, the first baby born in Windsor, Ontario, on New Year's Day 2026. Discover the heartwarming story as the city celebrates its newest resident.
First Ottawa Baby of 2026 Welcomed at Montfort Hospital
Dixabahen and Mehulkumar Patel welcomed their newborn son at Montfort Hospital just 23 minutes into the new year, becoming Ottawa's first baby of 2026. Read the heartwarming story.
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