Barrie basement fire displaces residents
A basement fire in a Barrie home on December 28 has displaced residents. No injuries were reported. Details on the incident and response from local fire services.
A basement fire in a Barrie home on December 28 has displaced residents. No injuries were reported. Details on the incident and response from local fire services.
Explore Montreal's vibrant holiday scene with drag shows, Christmas markets, and festive events. Discover what's happening in the city during the season of celebration.
Montreal woke up to a snowy Christmas morning, but the snow is giving way to sun, cloud, and plunging temperatures with a wind chill of -25 C expected overnight.
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.
Montreal's forecast for Dec. 20, 2025, calls for sunny skies turning cloudy, with a high of -3°C and wind chill near -14. Periods of snow expected overnight. Plan your day.
The Homeless Foundation in Calgary held its annual Longest Night of the Year vigil on December 19, 2025, to commemorate vulnerable residents who died. Read about this solemn remembrance.
The City of Edmonton has prolonged its extreme weather response beyond the Christmas holiday to protect vulnerable residents from dangerous cold. Learn about the vital services and warming spaces available.
British Columbia's population has fallen for the first time ever, driven by an exodus of non-permanent residents. Explore the causes and what it means for housing, healthcare, and the labour market.
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Residents displaced by a substantial apartment fire in Toronto's Thorncliffe Park neighbourhood face growing frustration as officials provide no timeline for their return. Get the latest details.
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Montreal police have arrested two individuals and confiscated a significant quantity of cocaine, hashish, and tablets valued at approximately $385,000 in a major drug bust.
Drivers in Montreal face traffic disruptions this weekend due to planned road closures. Plan your route with our detailed list of affected areas and construction zones.
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Old Montreal transforms into a winter wonderland with the Parcours Lumineux light installations and cozy fire pits, aiming to attract visitors during the cold season. Discover the magic.
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Montreal police are asking for the public's assistance in locating 27-year-old Pamela Dufresne, last seen in the city's west end on November 27. She may be in a white 2013 Kia Rio.
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Montreal police are investigating a homicide after a man died from injuries sustained in an October 9 shooting. The case was reclassified following his death in late November.
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Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada announces a major expansion of Montreal's warming shelter network, adding 500 new spaces before Christmas to protect vulnerable residents from the cold.
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