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Judge stops husband's 'Death Plan' for wife with Alzheimer's

A B.C. Supreme Court judge has intervened to protect a 77-year-old woman with advanced Alzheimer's from her husband, who openly discussed a plan to end her life if she became ineligible for MAID. Read the full ruling details.

Regina councillor motion to stop EV bus program

A Regina city councillor is pushing to halt the electric bus program during budget talks, labeling it another failed initiative. Get the details on the motion and the debate.

Weight Watchers Unveils New Platform for GLP-1 Era

Weight Watchers launches a fully integrated digital platform offering comprehensive support for members using GLP-1 medications, featuring personalized nutrition, coaching, and community. Discover the future of weight management.

Bill 12 Puts Disabled Albertans at Risk, Critics Say

Alberta's UCP government passed Bill 12, redefining disability support and moving 77,000 people to a new program. Advocates call it a cruel move on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

Ethics of MAID for Mental Illness Debated in Parliament

As Parliament debates Bill C-218 to exclude mental illness from MAID eligibility, experts question if offering assisted death masks a failure to provide adequate mental health support and dignified living conditions in Canada.

West Island Community Hub Opens in September 2025

A new community hub is set to open in Montreal's West Island in September 2025, replacing the former West Island Assistance Fund site destroyed by fire in 2019. Learn about the project's significance.

Ottawa police seek missing man Michael Harding

Ottawa Police request public assistance to locate 40-year-old Michael Harding, last seen Nov. 28. He frequents downtown Ottawa and Sandy Hill, often using public transit.

Halifax pauses e-scooter, e-bike program until spring

The City of Halifax is suspending its shared e-scooter and e-bike program for the winter months. The service will resume in the spring of 2026. Learn the details and reasons behind the seasonal pause.

Healthy Foods That Cause Blood Sugar Spikes

Nutritionists reveal how smoothies, oatmeal, and other 'healthy' foods can cause glucose spikes and crashes. Learn the GI/GL difference and simple tricks for steady energy.

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