Kitchener seeks feedback on encampment bylaw amendment
Kitchener regional councillors are asking for public input on a proposed amendment to the city's encampment bylaw. Learn how to share your feedback on this critical local issue.
Category : Municipal Affairs
Windsor councillor seeks public details on $2.6M housing cut
A Windsor city councillor is pushing for full disclosure on a $2.6 million housing budget reduction after the city released details on 29 other items. Learn about the call for transparency in municipal spending.
Calgary Knew Pipe Would Blow 20 Years Before Disaster
A damning report exposes how Calgary city managers ignored warnings for over two decades, leading to the catastrophic 2024 Bearspaw water main break. Read the full investigation.
Sudbury councillor must pay $63K in court costs
A Sudbury judge has ordered Ward 11 Coun. Bill Leduc to pay over $63,000 in legal costs for lawsuits he filed and then abandoned against a citizen and the city. Learn the details of the ruling.
Manitoba arena damaged by storm targets fall reopening
The Foxwarren District Recreation Centre in Manitoba, damaged in a January 2026 storm, is on track to reopen this fall. Get the latest on repair progress and community impact.
Montreal Mayor Invokes Emergency Powers for Shelters
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada used exceptional powers under Montreal's charter to secure new funding for emergency shelters, preventing closures during a severe cold snap. Learn how the city acted to protect its unhoused population.
Manitoba court dismisses RM appeal to oust councillor
A rural municipality in Manitoba has lost its court appeal to remove a sitting councillor. The ruling upholds the original decision, impacting local governance.
Ice Resurfacer Fuel Fault Caused Taber Explosion
A propane leak from a faulty ice resurfacer fuel system led to an explosion at the Taber Community Centre in December. No injuries were reported, but the facility remains closed for safety testing.
Edmonton residential snow clearing begins Monday
The City of Edmonton will start clearing residential streets of snow on Monday, January 12. Get details on the schedule and what residents can expect from the operation.
Review finds systemic gaps in Calgary's water system
An independent review into Calgary's catastrophic 2024 feeder main rupture reveals systemic gaps, ineffective management, and a lack of governance oversight in the city's water utility.
Montreal's Third Snow Removal Blitz Starts Wednesday Night
Montreal is deploying crews for a third major snow-clearing operation starting Wednesday night. Get details on the schedule and what residents need to know.
Edmonton Snow Clearing Timeline Announcement Wednesday
The City of Edmonton will unveil its schedule for clearing residential streets of snow on Wednesday. Get the latest details on the city's winter maintenance plans.
Toronto's 2026 Budget Plan: Austerity and Tax Implications
Toronto faces fiscal challenges in its 2026 budget, prompting potential service cuts and tax increases. Learn how the city's financial strategy could affect residents.
Watermain Break Leaves 30 Calgary Homes Without Water
City crews are repairing a broken watermain in Calgary's Bowness community, leaving 30 homes without water. Water wagons have been deployed to supply residents.
Sinkhole closes Toronto's Windermere Avenue, repairs ongoing
A significant sinkhole has forced the closure of a section of Windermere Avenue in Toronto's Swansea neighbourhood. Crews are on-site working to repair the damage and restore traffic flow.
Calgary council to receive report on troubled watermain
Calgary city councillors are set to receive and discuss a crucial report on the city's troubled watermain. Get the latest details on the infrastructure review.
Thank Edmonton snow crews, don't complain, letter urges
An Edmonton resident calls for thanks, not vitriol, for city snow-clearing crews who worked through Christmas after a December with four times the average snowfall.
Ottawa street too narrow for buses after construction
Residents of Old Ottawa South say Grove Avenue is now dangerously narrow for OC Transpo buses after roadwork reduced its width. Locals report buses mounting sidewalks to pass.
Missing Windsor Teen Found Safe by Police
Windsor police successfully located a missing 19-year-old man. Get the latest details on the search and community safety.
Vancouver mulls using public funds to buy grocery stores
Vancouver explores a radical proposal to use taxpayer money to purchase grocery stores, aiming to address food security and affordability. Could this be a new model for Canadian cities?
East York highrise residents cleared to return after blaze
Most residents of a Thorncliffe Park highrise evacuated after a November fire can now return home. The city has cleared all but 16 units at 11 Thorncliffe Park Rd. for occupancy. Read the latest on the recovery efforts.
Man with Sword in Toronto Park Sparks Police Response
A viral video of a man wielding a sword in Trinity Bellwoods Park highlights police challenges, while a separate surge of real gun seizures across the GTA underscores a more dangerous trend.
Canmore Limits Vacancy Tax to Non-Albertans
Facing provincial pushback, Canmore amends its contentious vacancy tax to apply solely to non-Albertans. Mayor cites extreme housing inequality as the driver for action. Read the details.
Regina Mayor Optimistic for City's Future in 2026
Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski reflects on a challenging 2025 and expresses strong confidence in the city's direction and resilience heading into the new year. Read his outlook.
Recycling Collection Issues Hit Toronto After Provincial Switch
Toronto residents face missed recycling pickups after Ontario's shift to a provincial system. The provider apologizes as crews work to clear the backlog. Premier Ford vows changes if needed.
Grande Prairie Mayor on New Police Service, Healthcare Gains
Grande Prairie Mayor Jackie Clayton discusses the city's new municipal police service, healthcare improvements, and local progress in a recent Alberta Primetime interview. Learn about the key developments.
Demolition work continues at Winnipeg's Portage Place
Demolition crews are actively working on the Portage Place building in Winnipeg as of January 6, 2026. Get the latest updates on this major downtown development project.
Capital City Kitchen Opens at Regina City Hall
Regina's new Capital City Kitchen officially opened at city hall on January 6, 2026. Mayor Chad Bachynski celebrated the launch, highlighting its role in the community.
Sudbury closes auditor general's office, lays off AG
The City of Greater Sudbury has dissolved its auditor general's office, terminating Ron Foster effective Dec. 31, 2025. Learn the details and potential implications for municipal accountability.
Douglas Trading Post Destroyed in Major Fire
The historic Douglas Trading Post, formerly the Douglas Tavern, in Eganville was engulfed in flames on Monday, January 5, 2025. The community mourns the loss of a local landmark.
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