How Toronto Zoo protects animals in extreme cold
Discover the specialized care techniques the Toronto Zoo employs to safeguard endangered species like red pandas during Canada's harsh winter plunges. Learn about their conservation mission.
Discover the specialized care techniques the Toronto Zoo employs to safeguard endangered species like red pandas during Canada's harsh winter plunges. Learn about their conservation mission.
A dedicated rabbit shelter in Quebec City is making a profound difference, facilitating the adoption of hundreds of rabbits every year. Discover their heartwarming mission and success stories.
A 41-year-old Calgary man faces multiple charges following a joint police and humane society investigation into repeated animal abuse and the theft of a dog from custody.
A 41-year-old Calgary man faces charges following a joint investigation by police and the humane society into multiple alleged animal abuse incidents involving a dog. His court date is set for January.
Ontario's PC government allocates $125 million to private clinics for hip and knee replacements, aiming to cut wait times. Analysis argues for broader two-tier health care reform.
Millions of Canadians lack a family doctor as wait times hit 28.6 weeks. Fraser Institute analyst Mackenzie Moir argues for structural reform, pointing to better-performing universal systems abroad. Read more.
New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt states 2025 set the groundwork for health system improvements. The coming year, 2026, will be focused on delivering tangible results for residents.
South Huron families will see the return of before and after school childcare programs next year, a critical service for working parents. Learn about the reinstatement and its impact on the community.
A Montreal pediatric palliative care home, Le Phare, creates festive moments for children and families during the holidays. Discover how compassion lights up the season.
The Calgary Zoo announces the passing of Kwando, a beloved 14-year-old meerkat. The zoo community is mourning the loss of the charismatic animal.
New Brunswick has announced an increase to the income threshold for accessing government-funded home care services, allowing more seniors and individuals to qualify for support. Learn about the changes and who benefits.
Nova Scotia announces a new digital home care platform set for 2027, aiming to modernize and streamline access to vital healthcare services for residents.
Senate Democrats are reluctant to force another government shutdown in January, believing they've won the political messaging war on health care despite failing to extend ACA subsidies. Internal party divides persist as the midterms approach.
Rep. Jim McGovern detailed years of unfulfilled pledges by Donald Trump to replace the Affordable Care Act. The House passed a GOP bill without extending key subsidies.
The Edmonton Humane Society achieves a major milestone as the first animal shelter in Western Canada to receive national accreditation. Learn what this means for animal welfare standards in Alberta and beyond.
Four House Republicans defy Speaker Mike Johnson, signing a Democratic petition to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire this month. Will the Senate act?
Animal welfare experts issue a stark warning to Maritime pet owners as extreme cold hits. Leaving animals in vehicles, even briefly, poses severe and potentially fatal risks. Learn how to protect your pets.
Saskatchewan's auditor finds infrequent and inadequate inspections of care homes, raising serious concerns about resident safety and oversight. Read the full report.
Families in the Greater Toronto Area are scrambling to secure before and after school care as more professionals return to the office, creating a critical shortage. Learn about the impacts and challenges.
As temperatures plummet, veterinarians and animal welfare experts share crucial advice for keeping pets safe and warm. Learn how to prepare your furry friends for the harsh Canadian winter.
Analysis reveals U.S. health care costs have surged 155% as a share of GDP since 1970. Columnist Star Parker argues for free-market solutions like Health Savings Accounts to cure a 'sick' system.
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
A miniature horse, once severely injured in a dog attack, now brings joy to seniors at a Carstairs centre. Her story is one of remarkable recovery and new purpose.
The City of Ottawa has extended its child-care funding agreement, yet families continue to wait for affordable $10-a-day spots and more spaces. Learn about the ongoing challenges and what it means for parents.
Columnist Randall Denley argues Auditor General Shelley Spence's 2025 report gives an unfairly negative view, ignoring real improvements like connecting 700,000 Ontarians to primary care.
Pet Valu's Companions for Change philanthropic program has raised over $4.3 million in 2025, supporting emergency relief, capital projects, and shelters across Canada. Learn how the initiative helps pets in need.
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
Manitoba's official opposition calls for a mandatory standard of care for children with type-1 diabetes in schools. Parents in Winnipeg are advocating for provincial support for younger students.
A B.C. man is banned from owning animals for life after the SPCA seized a severely matted and injured dog. The organization described the pet's condition as 'abhorrent' and 'heartbreaking'.
A British Columbia man has been handed a lifetime prohibition on owning animals after his Shih Tzu was discovered in a state of severe neglect. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.