Ontario Youth Unemployment Hits 15% Amid Housing Crisis
A Toronto shelter director challenges the myth that Gen Z doesn't want to work, revealing systemic barriers and a 15% youth unemployment rate. Discover the real story and needed solutions.
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$13M Vancouver building gifted for youth mental health
A $13 million building in Vancouver's Yaletown has been donated to create a hub for youth struggling with mental health and substance use. Learn about this transformative gift.
Cold Snap Drives Surge at Ottawa Shelters and Drop-in Centres
Ottawa shelters and drop-in centres report a sharp rise in demand as temperatures plummet. The Ottawa Mission's nightly waitlist has doubled, while centres scramble to provide meals, warmth, and winter gear.
Calls for dedicated tax to solve Canada's homeless crisis
Saskatoon residents urge politicians to implement a new provincial and federal tax aimed solely at solving homelessness, arguing action is needed now. Also: preserving services for the blind and honouring Roy Romanow.
Batshaw launches campaign for vulnerable Quebec youth
The Batshaw Youth and Family Centres Foundation has launched a new awareness campaign featuring Jasmine Brown to support at-risk young people in Quebec. Learn how you can help.
Edmonton TB Outbreak Highlights Housing Need
An outbreak of tuberculosis in Edmonton's inner city, with 12 cases and 2 deaths in 2025, is directly linked to homelessness. Experts call for housing as a critical public health solution.
Montreal shelter demand high despite added winter spaces
Advocates report hundreds of new shelter and warming station spaces in Montreal are helping this winter, but surging demand and limited daytime access pose significant ongoing challenges.
Windsor's 2026 Budget Priorities Revealed in Survey
A new survey reveals what Windsor residents want prioritized in the 2026 municipal budget, with homelessness and youth services topping the list. Discover the key findings and community concerns.
Manitoba Youth Parliament Takes Over Legislature
The 104th session of the Youth Parliament of Manitoba convened at the Legislative Assembly, empowering young voices to debate provincial issues. Discover how youth are shaping Manitoba's future.
Winnipeg Muslim Youth Group Delivers Holiday Spirit
The Muslim Youth of Winnipeg continues its annual tradition of delivering gifts and joy to children in hospitals and shelters, spreading the holiday spirit across the community.
N.S. Organizations Aid Homeless at Christmas
Community organizations in Halifax are collaborating to provide essential support and shelter for people experiencing homelessness during the 2025 holiday season. Learn how the community is stepping up.
Holiday Loneliness Stirs Anxiety in Montreal Homeless Shelters
As Christmas approaches, Montreal shelters report increased urgency and anxiety among people experiencing homelessness. Discover how the season impacts the city's most vulnerable.
Edmonton youth shelter demand up 21%, offers holiday haven
Youth Empowerment and Support Services in Edmonton reports a significant rise in youth needing shelter. Staff work to create a comforting holiday environment with gifts and community for vulnerable young people.
Winnipeg's Path from Encampments to Housing in 2025
An in-depth look at Winnipeg's homelessness crisis and the community-driven efforts, led by outreach workers like Claudemier Bighetty, to transition individuals from encampments into stable housing. Explore the challenges and solutions.
Barrie Cares Campus Provides Over 70 Beds for Homeless
The Barrie Cares Campus of Care is making significant progress in addressing local homelessness, now offering over 70 beds. See how this community initiative is providing critical support and shelter.
Calgary Non-Profit Helps At-Risk Kids as Child Poverty Grows
Two Wheel View in Calgary uses bicycles to teach life skills to vulnerable youth. As child poverty rises across Canada, the need for such programs is more urgent than ever. Support the Calgary Christmas Fund.
New women's warming centre opens in Saskatoon's Riversdale
A new women's warming centre has opened in Saskatoon's Riversdale neighbourhood just before Christmas, despite significant concerns raised by local businesses and residents about transparency and location.
Batshaw's 'Santa Frank' Delivers Holiday Joy to Kids
Frank Campanile transforms into 'Santa Frank' each year, leading a massive gift-giving operation for thousands of children connected to Batshaw Youth and Family Centres. Discover the heartwarming story.
Funding decision stops Timmins homeless encampment plan
A provincial funding reversal has forced Timmins to halt plans for a designated homeless encampment. The city must now seek alternative solutions for its unhoused population.
London Homelessness Organization Wins $1,500
A local London organization dedicated to helping people experiencing homelessness has been awarded a $1,500 grant. Learn how this funding will impact community support efforts.
Prince William and son George volunteer at homelessness charity
The Prince of Wales and his eldest son, Prince George, spent time volunteering at a homelessness organization, highlighting the royal family's ongoing commitment to the cause.
Five Teens Charged After Stolen Car Crash in Scarborough
Five 17-year-olds face charges after a stolen vehicle crashed into a cemetery fence in Scarborough, sending all occupants to hospital with injuries. Toronto Police continue to investigate.
Saskatoon Buys Lots for Indigenous-Led Supportive Housing
Saskatoon shifts federal funding to purchase empty lots for affordable housing projects after a First Nation partnership stalls. The city aims to prepare sites for Indigenous-led developments to combat homelessness.
$1.5M Federal Funding Boost for Surrey Gang Prevention Charity
The federal government has announced a $1.5 million investment in Surrey's Youth Breaking Barriers Gang Prevention Society to expand its critical work steering youth away from gang life through mentorship and outreach. Learn how this funding will impact t
London Cares: New Funding Clause Could Punish Homeless
London Cares warns a new 'good neighbour clause' in city funding contracts could penalize homeless Londoners. The agency advocates for supportive, not punitive, measures.
Calgary Drop-In Centre film aims to boost year-end fundraising
The Calgary Drop-In Centre released a powerful short film, 'I Want to Come Home,' to highlight homelessness and addiction struggles, supporting its critical year-end fundraising campaign. Learn more about this impactful initiative.
N.B. Releases Strategy to Reduce Chronic Homelessness by 40%
The New Brunswick government unveiled a new provincial strategy targeting a 40% reduction in chronic homelessness by 2028-29. Learn the details and goals of the plan.
20 shelter beds open at former Riverview Hospital
BC Housing opens 20 temporary overnight shelter beds at Coquitlam's former Riverview Hospital site for three winter months, with shuttle service from three Tri-Cities locations.
Sudbury Police Align Strategy with Public Safety Concerns
A new Sudbury police survey reveals residents' top safety worries are addictions, drug trafficking, and homelessness. The force is now aligning its strategy with these community priorities.
Montreal mayor's first month dominated by homelessness crisis
Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada reflects on her first month, detailing her daily confrontation with the city's homelessness crisis and her plans for action. Read her vision for a more efficient and compassionate Montreal.
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