Salvation Army: Donations Down as Need Soars in Ontario
The Salvation Army makes an urgent plea for donations as its Christmas Kettle Campaign lags. Demand for food, shelter, and support hit 1.5 million visits in Ontario last year.
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Thieves steal $60K from Alberta fire station
Thieves stole $60,000 in specialized rescue equipment, including a jaws of life spreader, from the Calahoo fire station in Sturgeon County. Alberta RCMP seek public help to recover the vital gear.
RCMP probe Oromocto break-in after theft of guitars, pellet gun
New Brunswick RCMP are investigating a break-in at an Oromocto business where guitars and a pellet gun were stolen. Police are seeking information from the public.
Calgary Homeless Outreach Team Desperate for New Base
A vital Calgary homeless outreach team is facing eviction and urgently needs a new headquarters to continue its life-saving work in extreme winter conditions. Learn about their critical mission.
Windsor shelter warns of closure if donations don't increase
Matthew House in Windsor's west end could close its doors if monetary donations do not pick up soon. The shelter is issuing an urgent plea for community support to continue its vital work.
Calgary memorial mourns hundreds who died while homeless
As temperatures plunged, Calgary's 11th annual Longest Night memorial honored over 284 unhoused individuals who died in 2025. A solemn reminder of the winter's deadly risks and the dignity of every life.
Calgary vigil remembers homeless lives lost in 2025
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.
Montreal to bring warming trailers to homeless encampment
The City of Montreal is deploying heated trailers to the Notre-Dame Street encampment to protect unhoused residents from extreme winter cold. Read about the city's response.
N.S. community seeks relocation of downtown homeless shelter
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
Ont. woman charged after school bus stolen, cocaine found
A Northern Ontario woman faces multiple charges after police allege she stole a school bus and was found with cocaine. Get the full details on this unusual case.
Calgary Christmas Volunteer Opportunities 2025
Discover where to volunteer in Calgary this holiday season. From delivering hampers to adapting toys, learn how you can help local charities and make a direct impact.
Barrie Christmas Cheer's Urgent Final Call for Donations
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is in its final stretch. Organizers issue an urgent call for donations to meet the community's needs this holiday season. Learn how you can help.
4,000 free toys for Edmonton families via Salvation Army
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas toy program in Edmonton is set to distribute 4,000 gifts to local families in need this holiday season, bringing early joy to the community.
Sudbury Charity Resumes Donations with New Partnership
Closet Share, a Sudbury non-profit, can accept clothing donations again after a new deal with Value Village clears its backlog. The charity provides free clothing to those in need.
Police hunt for stolen trailer in St. George
Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the theft of an enclosed trailer from St. George and have released an image of the stolen unit. Get the latest details on the case.
Salvation Army Christmas donations down nearly 50%
The Salvation Army's iconic Christmas kettle campaign in London, Ontario, has seen donations plummet by nearly half due to a critical shortage of volunteers. Learn how this impacts community services.
Salvation Army Toy Mountain donations lagging in Winnipeg
The Salvation Army's Toy Mountain campaign in Winnipeg is significantly behind its donation target with Christmas approaching. The charity urges community support to ensure every child receives a gift.
Oro-Medonte Fire Hall 3 Hosts Annual Food Drive
Fire Hall 3 in Oro-Medonte opens its doors for its yearly food drive on December 7, 2025. The community event aims to gather essential donations for local families in need this holiday season.
Montrealers praised for rapid aid to unhoused in cold snap
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada commends Montrealers for donating sleeping bags and gloves after her urgent call for help as temperatures plunge below -20°C with wind chill.
Shelter Nova Scotia Seeks Holiday Wish List Donations
Shelter Nova Scotia's CEO discusses their Holiday Wish List initiative, aiming to support vulnerable individuals in local communities during the festive season. Learn how you can contribute.
Ottawa Humane Society seeks holiday pet food donations
The Ottawa Humane Society is asking for pet food donations ahead of the holidays to support animals in its care. Learn how you can help during Giving Week.
Can Man Dan's 15th Year of Edmonton Holiday Donations
Dan 'Can Man Dan' Johnstone launches his 15th annual holiday donation drive in Edmonton, collecting food and toys for those in need. Learn how to contribute.
Poppy donations fund $1.27M veteran support at U of A
Discover how millions in Legion donations, collected from poppy boxes across Alberta, are funding peer support and high-tech therapy for veterans at the University of Alberta. See your contribution in action.
Chatham homeless centre extends hours for winter season
Hope Haven in Chatham has expanded its operating hours to provide critical warmth and support during the colder months. Learn how this change impacts the community's vulnerable population.
CPKC Holiday Train Rolls Into Saskatchewan With Festive Spirit
The beloved CPKC Holiday Train is touring Saskatchewan, bringing live music, festive joy, and collecting donations for local food banks. Discover its 2025 schedule and impact.
Windsor students collect thousands of donations
Elementary students across Windsor demonstrate the spirit of giving, collecting a massive haul of food, toys, and gifts for those in need this holiday season.
Kitchener Indigenous Centre Needs Help for Holiday Hampers
The Healing of the Seven Generations in Kitchener is calling for community donations to support its annual holiday hamper program, ensuring local Indigenous families have a festive meal.
Barrie Christmas Cheer Calls for Community Help
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is rallying the community to support local families facing hardship this holiday season. Learn how you can contribute.
Toy Mountain Donations Accepted at Senators Game
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Ottawa Senators' Country Night game to support CTV and MOVE 100's Toy Mountain campaign. Help make a child's holiday brighter.
Pet Valu's Companions for Change Fundraising Tops $4.3M
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.
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