Iraq's Parliament Elects New Speaker Amid Challenges
Iraq's new parliament convened and elected a speaker to confront the nation's pressing political and financial crises. Discover the details and implications of this critical step.
Iraq's new parliament convened and elected a speaker to confront the nation's pressing political and financial crises. Discover the details and implications of this critical step.
Calgary Police Chief Katie McLellan identifies workforce stability as the primary internal challenge for 2026, crucial for long-term public safety amid city growth. A new recruitment initiative is launched.
Mission Memorial and Ridge Meadows Hospitals announce temporary overnight ER closures and maternity diversions due to acute staffing shortages. Learn the details and impacts.
Mission Memorial Hospital in B.C. is experiencing overnight emergency room closures due to critical staffing challenges, resuming service disruptions. Learn about the impact and response.
Ottawa Police Chief Eric Stubbs discusses a demanding year of protests, major events, and downtown safety concerns. He details how a new budget increase aims to address staffing gaps. Read the full interview.
A national association warns of critical staffing shortages in Canada's medical labs, calling for urgent funding to train the next generation of professionals. Learn about the crisis and its impact on healthcare.
A U.S. judge has ruled the Trump administration must permit court challenges for Venezuelan migrants facing detention. The decision, dated December 22, 2025, marks a significant legal development.
Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski reviews a demanding 2025 for city council, acknowledging hurdles but projecting strong optimism for the city's path forward. Read his full assessment.
As 2025 concludes, Unifor National President Lana Payne assesses a difficult year for Canadian workers and outlines the union's strategy for the coming challenges. Read the full interview.
A new report highlights the struggles of young Canadians as soaring living expenses and limited prospects create a sense of uncertainty. Discover their challenges and hopes.
The University of King's College in Halifax confronts a significant $1.8-million budget shortfall for 2025, attributing it to escalating operational expenses. Learn about the financial pressures facing the historic institution.
Northern Ontario's Cochrane district is turning to Australia to fill critical paramedic vacancies. The local service board has approved a plan to hire up to eight internationally trained professionals.
Charities across Canada navigate a decline in donors during Giving Tuesday 2025, leveraging the crucial fundraising day amid persistent economic pressures. Discover the strategies and local impacts.
The mayors of Montreal, Laval, and Longueuil pledge collaborative action on housing, transit, and homelessness. Discover their unified plan for Greater Montreal.
Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services confronts staffing challenges with 20 paramedics on leave for occupational stress injuries. Learn about the impact on emergency services.
Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, could force universities into self-censorship by blocking court challenges and holding administrators personally liable for legal costs.
Quebec hospital pharmacists demand ministerial action as 1 in 5 positions sit empty, creating medication safety risks. Read about the growing healthcare crisis.
Housing affordability crisis deepens in Quebec as prospective buyers struggle with rising prices and down payment challenges. Learn why experts see no quick fix.
Toronto's shelter guidelines encourage hiring active drug users and providing drug services in all facilities, including those with children. A controversial shift in harm reduction.
Patients in Windsor-Essex face critical delays for MRI and CT scans due to staffing shortages, with some waiting up to two years for essential diagnostics.
Canadian convenience store giant Couche-Tard maintains aggressive expansion plan for 500 new locations despite cost-of-living pressures affecting consumers nationwide.
Quebec faces a growing senior care crisis with support needs set to surge dramatically. Learn about the current challenges and what's needed to address this urgent situation.
Alberta's UCP proposes doctors work in both public and private systems. Critics argue this benefits the wealthy amid a staffing crisis where 80,000 await surgeries. Read the full analysis.
Canada Post faces unprecedented $541 million loss before taxes in Q3 2025. Explore the financial challenges and future outlook for Canada's postal service.
Canada Post faces unprecedented $541 million loss before taxes in Q3 2025 amid declining mail volume and increased competition. Learn about the challenges facing Canada's postal service.
Canada's Customs union warns staffing shortages compromise border security, forcing asylum claimants to self-identify as threats. Urgent reforms needed to protect national security.
Saanich Police Chief Dean Duthie discusses staffing challenges and proposes a Vancouver Island training academy to address recruitment issues. Learn about the department's current situation.
Alberta's UCP government faces mounting criticism for repeatedly invoking the notwithstanding clause to shield transgender policy bills from court challenges. Learn about the constitutional debate.
Alberta's UCP government invokes the notwithstanding clause multiple times, raising concerns about accountability and the rights of transgender youth. Read the full analysis.
Saskatoon's police chief reveals dramatic drop in police applications amid national recruitment crisis. Learn how this affects community safety and policing nationwide.