Operation Red Nose Winnipeg Needs NYE Volunteers Urgently
Operation Red Nose Winnipeg is at 'urgent need levels' for New Year's Eve volunteers. The safe ride service is scrambling to ensure it can operate on one of its busiest nights.
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Sudbury RIDE checks lead to multiple impaired driving charges
Greater Sudbury Police stopped 466 vehicles in a two-day holiday RIDE initiative, leading to multiple charges for impaired driving and other offences. Read the details.
Missing Kamloops woman found safe by RCMP
A woman reported missing in Kamloops, B.C., has been located safe and sound, according to the local RCMP detachment. The positive outcome was confirmed on December 26, 2025.
Calgary's Safe Consumption Site Closure: What's at Stake?
The provincial decision to close Calgary's sole supervised consumption site at Sheldon Chumir Health Centre raises alarms. Without alternatives, vulnerable neighbours face increased risks. Read the full analysis.
Ontario's Most Dangerous Winter Road Isn't the 401
A new report identifies Erieau Road in Chatham-Kent as Ontario's riskiest winter drive, surpassing Highway 401. Discover the top 10 hazardous routes across Canada.
Chernobyl's fragile shield raises nuclear disaster fears
A Russian drone strike damaged Chernobyl's protective shell, reviving fears of a nuclear catastrophe. Plant director warns a collapse is possible. Read the latest.
Police chopper locates man fleeing RIDE spotcheck in Durham
A Durham police helicopter quickly located a man who allegedly fled a RIDE spotcheck on foot. The 26-year-old from St. Catharines faces multiple charges including cocaine possession.
Mother's plea for safe holiday driving after daughter's death
Karen Reimer urges Canadians to drive sober this holiday season, sharing her grief after her 24-year-old daughter was killed by an impaired driver on May 1, 2022. Her story is a powerful reminder of the consequences.
Mother's plea for safe rides after daughter killed by impaired driver
Karen Reimer, whose daughter was killed by an impaired driver in 2022, urges Canadians to plan a safe ride home this holiday season. Her story is a tragic reminder of the consequences of driving under the influence.
Man charged after fleeing RIDE officers in Newcastle
A man was arrested and faces charges after attempting to evade a RIDE program checkstop in Newcastle, fleeing on foot through a field. Police helicopter video captured the incident.
MADD Reminds Drivers to Plan Ahead for Holiday Safety
Mothers Against Drunk Driving urges Canadians to plan for sober rides this holiday season. Learn about the risks and how to ensure a safe journey home.
Missing Winnipeg Teen Found Safe by RCMP
A teenage boy reported missing in Winnipeg has been located safe and sound by the RCMP. Get the full details on the successful search and recovery operation.
Abandoned Newborn Discovered at Toronto Church
Parishioners at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Toronto discovered an abandoned newborn in a shoebox. The mother has been located, and both are receiving care. Learn about safe surrender laws in Canada.
Driver tries to avoid northwestern Ontario RIDE check: OPP
Ontario Provincial Police report a driver attempted to avoid a RIDE check in northwestern Ontario. Read the latest on this impaired driving enforcement incident.
8 Drivers Caught in Ottawa Festive RIDE Checks
Ottawa Police report 8 drivers charged during recent Festive RIDE program checks. Stay informed on holiday road safety enforcement in the capital.
Sharp Decline in Asylum Seekers at Quebec-U.S. Border
The number of migrants seeking asylum at a key Quebec border crossing has fallen sharply, with more being sent back to the U.S. under stricter enforcement. Explore the data and the policy debate.
Sudbury drivers with suspensions charged with impaired driving
Two Sudbury drivers, already under suspension, were arrested for impaired driving in separate RIDE checks just days before Christmas. Learn the details of the incidents and the charges they now face.
Missing 86-year-old Ottawa man found safe
An 86-year-old man reported missing in Ottawa on Sunday morning has been located safe and sound, according to police. Read the latest update on the successful search.
Get Your Ottawa Home Ready to Sell Over the Holidays
Thinking of selling your home in 2026? Use the holiday break to tackle simple preparation tasks. Ottawa journalist Adam Beauchemin shares actionable tips for homeowners.
Expert Reveals Holiday Decorations That Can Harm Your Home
A professional contractor warns Canadians about common holiday decorating mistakes that risk fire, water damage, and structural harm. Learn how to celebrate safely.
Drug dealer guilty of murder in Leslieville bystander shooting
Damian Hudson found guilty of second-degree murder for the 2023 fatal shooting of Karolina Huebner-Makurat, a mother of two, near a safe consumption site. The jury rejected his self-defence claim.
Man guilty of murder in Leslieville site shooting
A Toronto man has been found guilty of murder for a 2025 shooting outside a Leslieville consumption site that killed a bystander, Karolina Huebner-Makurat. The verdict brings closure to a tragic case of community violence.
Suspended driver arrested after fleeing Mississauga RIDE stop
A Mississauga man subject to a lifetime driving ban was arrested after allegedly fleeing a RIDE stop and refusing a breath sample. Peel Police detail the incident and charges.
Tougher Penalties for Impaired Driving Start 2026
New, stricter penalties for impaired drivers are coming to Ontario in 2026. Learn about the changes and how they aim to enhance road safety across the province.
Essex County Leads in Festive RIDE Charges
Essex County recorded the highest number of impaired driving charges during Ontario's 2025 Festive RIDE campaign. Learn the details and why police urge vigilance.
Hate crime probe into knife threat vs. Montreal Uber driver
Montreal police's hate crimes unit is investigating after an Uber driver was threatened with a knife. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for ride-share operators in the city.
Calgary Supervised Consumption Site to Close in 2026
The Alberta government has pledged to shut down the supervised consumption site at Calgary's Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre next year. Learn more about the decision and its implications.
2 Novice Drivers Charged with Impaired Offences in Ottawa
Ottawa Police have charged two novice drivers with impaired-related offences following RIDE spot checks. Learn the details of the incidents and the legal consequences.
Amazon Lightning Deal: $100 Lyft Credits for $85
Amazon offers a limited-time Lightning Deal: get $100 in Lyft ride credits for just $85. This 15% discount is a practical gift for non-drivers, travel, or late-night rides. Credits never expire.
Chernobyl shield compromised after drone strike: UN watchdog
The UN nuclear watchdog reports a drone strike has damaged the Chernobyl containment structure, raising radiation risks. Read the latest on this critical environmental threat.
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