Man gets 4-month sentence in Saskatchewan dog death case
A Moose Jaw man has been sentenced to four months in jail for his involvement in a case that led to a dog's death. The sentencing occurred in early January 2026.
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Sask. Cat Rescue in Crisis After Massive Hoarding Case
A Saskatchewan cat rescue is pleading for support after rescuing over 30 felines from a dilapidated Wynyard hoarder home. Discover how you can help.
Toronto man loses appeal to get dog back after threat video
A Toronto man's appeal to have his pet returned has been denied by the court following an alleged online video where he threatened to kill the dog. The ruling was issued on January 6, 2026.
N.S. Dog Groomer Charged with Causing Animal Distress
A Dartmouth dog groomer faces charges under the Animal Protection Act. The Nova Scotia SPCA investigation highlights standards for pet care businesses. Learn the details.
B.C. Floods Show Need for Animal Disaster Plans
Millions of farm animals die in climate disasters. An expert argues Canada must set national standards for animal evacuation and resilience as floods intensify.
$73M West Vancouver Mansion Value Upheld by Board
BC's Property Assessment Appeal Board rules Holborn Group's 14-bedroom West Vancouver mansion is not overvalued at $73M. Details on the luxury property and the ruling.
Judge Grants Appeal in Northern Ont. Manslaughter Case
An Ontario judge has granted an appeal for a youth convicted in a 2014 Thunder Bay manslaughter. Get the latest details on this significant legal development.
Women Wanted After Dead Dogs Found in Fridges
Christine Abbott and Donna Slavin are wanted on dozens of animal cruelty charges after police discovered deceased dogs inside refrigerators at a Georgia home.
Calgary man charged after animal abuse investigation
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.
Calgary man charged in multiple alleged animal abuse cases
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.
Quebec Appeals to Supreme Court Over Gaspé Riding
The Quebec government will ask the Supreme Court of Canada to overturn a ruling that invalidated a law delaying the elimination of a Gaspé Peninsula riding. Read the latest on this constitutional battle.
Diddy Seeks Immediate Prison Release in Appeals Argument
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs files an appeal for immediate release from prison. Get the latest details on his legal team's arguments and the case's status.
Calgary Zoo's 14-year-old meerkat Kwando dies
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.
Roadside Zoo Animal Cruelty Charges Dropped in Quebec
Charges are dropped against a Quebec roadside zoo as part of a series exposing the dark side of private animal attractions. Discover the hidden costs beyond admission.
Alberta Court Exempts Lawyer from Monarchy Oath
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled a lawyer need not swear allegiance to the monarch, citing religious freedom. The decision redefines the legal oath's meaning in Canada.
Police seek witnesses to Vanier hit-and-run
Ottawa police are investigating a hit-and-run on McArthur Avenue in Vanier. Authorities urge witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
32 Cats Left in Plastic Bins at B.C. SPCA, Probe Underway
An investigation is ongoing after 32 cats were discovered abandoned in sealed plastic containers outside a B.C. SPCA facility on the Sunshine Coast. Authorities are urging the public for information.
Alberta court voids lawyer's oath to King on Charter grounds
An Alberta Court of Appeal ruling declares the lawyer's oath of allegiance to the sovereign a Charter violation. Explore the case, its implications for citizenship, and the call for an appeal.
Three arrested in Sri Lanka for burning elephant alive
Sri Lankan authorities have arrested three men for the horrific burning of a wild elephant. The incident has ignited international condemnation and highlights ongoing human-wildlife conflict.
Edmonton Humane Society earns national accreditation first in West
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.
Crown Appeals Verdict in Fatal 2023 Workplace Incident
Ontario's Crown Law Office appeals the acquittal of supervisor Steven Deans in the 2023 electrocution death of worker Nicholas Chenier. A new trial is sought.
B.C. practitioner granted bail while appealing sex assault convictions
A Vancouver-area 'vaginal rejuvenation' practitioner, convicted of sexual assault, has been granted bail pending his appeal. Learn the details of the case and its implications.
Pregnant Lions' Survival Fight in Muskoka Zoo Saga
A fierce battle unfolds to save three pregnant African lions as construction on a Muskoka facility continues this winter. Explore the hidden costs of roadside zoos in Canada.
Tesla driver convicted of 196 km/h impaired driving awaits bail
An Ontario man convicted of impaired driving after reaching 196 km/h in a Tesla awaits a bail decision pending his appeal. Get the latest details on this high-speed case.
B.C. spa owner released on bail pending appeal
The B.C. Court of Appeal has granted interim release to a medical aesthetics spa owner convicted of seven sexual assaults. He will be under 24-hour house arrest while appealing his 11-year sentence.
IWK Health asks public to help find missing 18-year-old patient
IWK Health in Halifax is asking for the public's assistance in locating Wyatt Zwicker, an 18-year-old patient who is missing. The appeal was issued on December 16, 2025.
Canmore homeowners fight vacancy tax in court
Owners of secondary properties in Canmore are taking the town's livability tax to the Alberta Court of Appeal. Get the latest on this municipal financial dispute.
Police seek witnesses to Ottawa hit-and-run on Bank Street
Ottawa police are asking for public help to find a driver who fled after a serious collision on Bank Street. Witnesses with information are urged to come forward.
B.C. Court Rules First Nations Must Be Consulted on Mineral Claims
B.C.'s Court of Appeal overturns a lower court ruling, stating the province must consult Indigenous groups before granting mineral rights. A landmark decision for resource law.
B.C. Premier Eyes DRIPA Law Changes After Court Ruling
B.C. Premier David Eby says the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act may be amended following a First Nations legal victory in a mining case. Read about the implications.
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