Montreal Shelters Urge Compassion During Cold Snap
As temperatures plummet below -15°C, Montreal shelters are calling for public grace towards the unhoused. Learn how to help and what resources are available.
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Mobile Health Clinic Brings Relief to Montreal's Unhoused
A specially equipped van from the Old Brewery Mission provides critical healthcare, food, and housing support directly to Montreal's unhoused population, serving as a vital bridge to services.
Fire Marshal's Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Warning
John McBeth of Ontario's Fire Marshal Office outlines critical fire risks linked to everyday lithium-ion batteries and offers essential safety tips for Canadian consumers.
Dr. Paul's Food Safety Tips for the Holidays
Don't let foodborne illness ruin your holidays. Get essential food safety advice from Dr. Paul to keep your festive meals safe and enjoyable for everyone.
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.
How to Stay Safe on Manitoba's Frozen Lakes and Rivers
As winter deepens, Manitobans are urged to learn crucial ice safety practices. Learn the essential tips and understand why 'ice is unpredictable' to prevent tragedies.
P.E.I. family expands Christmas tradition for unhoused
A Prince Edward Island family continues their annual Christmas stocking drive for people experiencing homelessness, now distributing 50 gifts despite increasing expenses. Read about their inspiring commitment.
Bravo Target Safety, STARS Vigilant Partner for Remote Worker Safety
Calgary-based Bravo Target Safety partners with STARS Vigilant to provide GPS monitoring for mobile medical units, enhancing safety for remote energy sector workers across Canada.
Quebec schools receive new snow hill safety guidelines
Quebec's education ministry has issued safety guidelines for schoolyard snow hills, emphasizing 'common sense' alongside new protocols. Learn about the updated winter safety measures.
Companies, supervisor fined $216K after workplace injury
An oil and gas company, an engineering firm, and a supervisor face $216,000 in penalties after a worker was seriously injured. A creative sentence directs $116,000 to Red Deer Polytechnic for safety training.
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.
Recent deaths of homeless people confirmed in Saint John
New Brunswick's housing minister confirms recent deaths of people experiencing homelessness in Saint John as new data shows a rise in numbers. The tragic news highlights the urgent need for solutions.
Montreal enacts cold weather measures for unhoused
Montreal opens a 135-space emergency shelter and activates a crisis unit as temperatures plunge to -22°C with wind chill. Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada urges tolerance and donations.
Winter Lifelines: BMO, United Way, WINS Aid Calgarians
BMO employees volunteer with United Way and WINS on Giving Tuesday to pack essential winter gear kits for Calgarians facing hardship. Learn how this partnership combats winter dangers.
London rethinks homelessness plan as federal funds dry up
London faces a critical overhaul of its homelessness strategy after losing millions in federal funding, even as the number of unhoused residents continues to rise. Learn about the city's urgent challenge.
London parents launch bus safety drive after boy's death
Following the tragic death of 7-year-old Dante Caranci, London parents demand action on school bus safety. Their 'No Excuses' campaign seeks to prevent future tragedies.
Coroner Calls for Pedestrian Safety After Girl's Death
Quebec coroner urges improved pedestrian safety measures following the 2022 death of 7-year-old Mariia Legenkovska, a Ukrainian refugee killed walking to school in Montreal.
New Speed Limits Approved Near Oro-Medonte School
Barrie County has approved reduced speed limits near a new Oro-Medonte school to enhance student safety. The changes take effect immediately in designated community safety zones.
Calgary family seeks intersection safety changes after crash
A Calgary family is advocating for intersection safety improvements after two sisters were struck by a minivan in a northwest crosswalk. Their story sparks calls for pedestrian protection.
Saskatoon homeless population surges to nearly 2,000
Saskatoon faces growing homelessness crisis as numbers jump by 400 to nearly 2,000 residents. City officials declare emergency situation requiring urgent action.
Free Roblox Game Teaches Kids Crosswalk Safety
The Alberta Motor Association launches Crosswalk Quest: Zoo Rescue on Roblox to educate children about pedestrian safety through interactive gaming. Learn how this innovative approach works.
Barrhaven parents demand traffic safety measures for kids
Barrhaven mother Suzanne Westover advocates for real traffic calming measures on Clearbrook Drive, where speeding cars endanger students walking to school. Join the call for safer streets.
Expert Tips for Holiday Home Fire & Electrical Safety
Prepare your holiday home for the season with essential fire prevention and electrical safety tips from a renovation expert. Protect your family and property this winter.
OPP Pulls 7 of 7 Trucks Off Road in Safety Blitz
An OPP commercial vehicle safety blitz in Oakwood resulted in all seven inspected trucks being taken out of service. Discover the details of the enforcement action and its implications for road safety.
Vancouver girl, 8, dies in Yaletown balcony fall
Family and friends gather to remember Gandom Taheri, the 8-year-old who died in a tragic fall from a Vancouver high-rise balcony on November 11, 2025. Read about the community's response.
Northern Saskatchewan Policing Called 'Wild West'
Saskatoon tribal council declares northern policing broken as communities face safety crisis. Demanding immediate government action and systemic reform.
Manitoba nurses vote on hospital 'grey list' over safety
Nurses in Manitoba are voting on whether to designate a Winnipeg hospital with a 'grey list' status due to critical safety concerns. Learn about the implications for patient care.
TSB demands safety changes after B.C. lifeboat accident
Transportation Safety Board calls for urgent safety improvements following accidental lifeboat deployment off British Columbia coast. Read the investigation findings.
Essential Guide to Sharing Roads with Wildlife in Canada
Learn crucial tips for safely navigating Canadian roads alongside wildlife. Protect yourself and animals with these essential driving strategies and awareness techniques.
Unsecured truck cargo leads to 19 OPP violations in Caledon
OPP discovered a truck hauling dangerously unsecured vehicle shells in Caledon, issuing 19 violations. Learn about road safety risks and enforcement actions.
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