Maine Fishermen's Sea Hash Discovery Unravels a Smuggling Past
A writer's journey from a rural Maine childhood to uncovering a forgotten drug smuggling history along the coast, reshaping her understanding of home and class. Discover the full story.
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B.C. program helps parents boost kids' social-emotional skills
A new free online series from B.C. health experts helps parents build children's social-emotional health at home, responding to a record-high decline in developmental readiness among kindergarteners.
Oshawa Shooting Leaves Man with Life-Threatening Injuries
Durham police are investigating a shooting in Oshawa that left a man in life-threatening condition. The victim was rushed to a trauma centre. Get the latest details.
Man in Trauma Centre After Oshawa Shooting
A man was rushed to a trauma centre following a shooting in Oshawa near Vaughan Road and Maplewood Avenue. Durham Regional Police are investigating the incident.
Measles Outbreak Worsens Amid Vaccine Policy Review
As the U.S. faces its largest measles outbreak since 1991, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. considers aligning vaccine schedules with Denmark. Public health experts warn of risks.
The High Financial Cost of Surviving School Shootings
Surviving a school shooting leaves deep psychological scars, but the financial burden—from medical bills to therapy and travel—can be crushing. Learn about the hidden costs and how communities are responding.
Ontario's New Kindergarten Curriculum Explained
Ontario has introduced a revised kindergarten curriculum. Learn about the key changes, their goals for early learning, and what they mean for families across the province.
Vaccine Policy Reversal Sparks Family Planning Fears
A CDC committee's vote to roll back the universal Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns has parents, including a Canadian educator, fearing for children's health and reconsidering family size. Read her powerful plea.
Gangs recruiting younger youth in Quebec, researcher finds
A Quebec researcher reveals street gangs are targeting younger children, often with trauma histories. Learn about the findings and the urgent call for intervention.
Evan Leversage's Legacy Lives On 10 Years After His Death
Ten years after losing his battle with brain cancer, Evan Leversage's spirit continues to inspire his community in St. George, Ontario. Discover how his memory brings light and hope.
Acupuncture Reveals Hidden Trauma from Cancer Surgery
A college professor's chronic neck pain leads to a profound discovery about how her body held the trauma of a teenage cancer diagnosis for decades, highlighting the mind-body connection.
U.S. Panel Votes to Delay Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine
A federal vaccine committee, now led by skeptics, voted to halt guidance for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination. Public health experts warn this could lead to thousands of preventable infections and dangerous confusion.
Jodie Foster's Traumatic Childhood Dog Tragedy Revealed
Jodie Foster opens up about a horrific childhood memory involving her puppy's death, which she secretly believed was a 'Faustian bargain' for her early fame. Discover how it shaped her life and career.
Ottawa child-care deal extended, $10-a-day spaces still scarce
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.
Campaign Supports Youth in Canada's Child Welfare System
For GivingTuesday, the Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada launches 'The Moment I Knew' to fund critical support for 60,000 youth overcoming trauma and building stable futures.
Quebec child-care workers protest religious symbols ban
Quebec child-care unions demand a moratorium on the expanded religious symbols ban, warning it targets Muslim women, worsens labour shortages, and harms inclusivity.
Saskatchewan child-care funding increases to $1.6B
Ottawa announces updated $1.6 billion child-care agreement with Saskatchewan, representing significant funding increase for affordable childcare across the province.
Saskatchewan signs 5-year child-care agreement extension
Saskatchewan has secured a five-year extension of its child-care agreement with the federal government, ensuring continued affordable childcare support for families across the province.
50 New Child-Care Spaces Opening in East Preston
East Preston, Nova Scotia will welcome nearly 50 new child-care spaces in 2025, addressing critical childcare shortages in the community. Learn how this expansion supports local families.
Manitoba child care expansion lagging, advocates demand change
Advocates say Manitoba's promised child care system expansion is falling far behind schedule, calling for a complete overhaul of the current funding framework to address critical shortages.
Sexual Abuse Survivors Face Barriers to Justice in Canada
A new federal report reveals systemic barriers prevent 94% of sexual assault survivors from reporting. Learn about the urgent need for trauma-informed justice reform.
Waterloo Region adding 4,000 childcare spaces by 2026
Waterloo Region is expanding affordable childcare with 4,000 new funded spaces by 2026 as waitlists continue to grow. Learn how this initiative addresses the childcare crisis.
New Saint John daycare celebrates grand opening
Daycare by Design officially opened its doors in Saint John, NB, marking a significant addition to the city's childcare services. Learn about this new facility's impact on local families.
B.C. community traumatized by grizzly bear attack
The Bella Coola community remains in shock following a vicious grizzly bear attack on schoolchildren and teachers. Residents describe the traumatic event that has left the region reeling.
Domestic Violence's Long-Term Impact on Kids
A Calgary pediatrician reveals the devastating long-term effects of domestic violence on children's brain development, with Alberta rates at an all-time high. Learn how to help break the cycle.
YouTube Star Recreates Childhood Bedroom for Healing
Canadian YouTuber Mai Pham rebuilt her childhood bedroom in NYC as a therapeutic space. The 22-year-old with 3M subscribers shares her journey from Alberta isolation to family reconciliation.
Sask. provides $200K for grief and trauma counselling
Saskatchewan government announces $200,000 funding to expand grief and trauma counselling services through Caring Hearts. Learn how this investment supports mental health.
Documentary follows songwriter's journey to confront trauma
Calgary-born Cassidy Waring returns home to confront childhood trauma in documentary Hearse Chasing, exploring family addiction and complex PTSD. Premiering at CUFF.Docs.
Researchers: Get Baby's Consent for Diaper Changes
Australian researchers suggest asking infants for consent before diaper changes to normalize bodily autonomy from early childhood. Learn about this new parenting approach.
B.C. Child Care: Most Expensive in Canada
B.C.'s child-care program now has Canada's highest fees despite NDP promises. Only 10% of spaces are $10/day while families pay up to $95 daily. Learn about the economic impact.
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