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Members of the congregation brought in pets from across the animal kingdom in an unorthodox Sunday service.

YVR therapy dog program aimed at reducing passenger stress is now being made permanent. The Less Airport Stress Initiative or LASI program is a partnership with St John Ambulance.

An Ipsos poll shows a greater percentage of Albertans feel less national pride than five years earlier compared to any other province. Slav Kornik has the story.

There are still concerns for many Canadians who can’t afford a home, but in 2020, the federal government invested billions in a rapid housing project aimed at helping them. In its initial stages, more than 10,000 affordable housing units were approved across Canada to be built within 12-18 months. Yet, as of November, less than...

The health-care system requires a steady flow of blood donations to function properly, but some people may be less aware of the need veterinary clinics have for blood donations to help animals in their care. Craig Momney explains why that need was highlighted at an event in Calgary this weekend.

An emergency room doctor at Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock, B.C. has teamed up ventriloquist Kellie Haines and her trusty sidekick Magrau the macaw to create videos aimed a making a visit to the hospital a little less daunting for children. Sharron Bates reports.

Hundreds of pet owners in Madrid, Spain took their cats and dogs to church on Tuesday, where they were blessed by priests marking Saint Anthony’s Day, the patron saint of animals.

Any final holiday business boosts could be especially important for small businesses this year. Several studies have suggested Canadians plan to spend less this holiday season.

Speculation continues to build on whether a federal election could happen any day now as the Liberal government under Justin Trudeau appears to be aiming for a majority. But with an election having happened less than two years ago and Canada on the precipice of a fourth wave of COVID-19, it has Canadians wondering why...

The mission to tackle the world’s climate emergency gets new urgency at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, better known as COP26. How world leaders are being pushed for less talk and more action, and why critics are taking aim at Canada’s promises. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman publicly apologizes to Kyle Beach, who’s accusing...

Holiday shopping may look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean the gifts under the tree will be any less special. There are a number of gift ideas with cutting edge technology that are on sale, just in time for the holidays. Tech expert Marc joined Global News Morning Edmonton to share some...

Less than 60 days after last reopening their doors for diners, Alberta restaurants will once again not be allowed to provide indoor dine-in service starting Friday. Danica Ferris has reaction from restaurant owners in southern Alberta as the provincial government brings back health measures aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 .

Many Montrealers don’t have a lot of reasons to leave the house these days, which is great news for domestic animals who get to spend more time than ever with their owners. But what if your job is to walk other people’s pets? As Benson Cook reports, while business has taken a hit, one master...

Premier Jason Kenney announces Alberta is expanding the 15-person gathering limit to include any communities on the COVID-19 watch list, while also asking people to reduce cohorts to three or less.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney explains that Bill 18, the Corrections Amendment Act, tabled Monday in the legislature aims to replace the Parole Board of Canada with a new Alberta Parole Board, which would determine parole or early release eligibility for offenders serving sentences in provincial correctional facilities, which are sentenced less than two years. Kenney...

A decision by the Peterborough, Victoria, Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board to not fly the Pride flag at any of its schools and facilities is proving controversial. Less than 24 hours after that decision, a petition was created to get the decision reversed – and it’s gaining traction. Mark Giunta reports.

About a year ago, Kuen Tang announced she’s planning to “wheel” the Great Wall of China. Tang is quadriplegic and aiming to inspire others with her journey. Su-Ling Goh has more on the big adventure which is now less than a month away.

While there is less traffic on the roads during the COVID-19 crisis, some police agencies in B.C. are reporting more incidents of excessive speeding, and as Kristen Robinson reports, the province’s top cop has a warning for any drivers who are using public roads as racetracks.

Of all mental health concerns, eating disorders tend to be less recognized, and therefore, many cases go untreated. Eating Disorders Awareness Week aims to shed light on the signs and symptoms. Global’s Laura Casella learns more.

After a yearlong pilot was halted less than a week in, Halifax is looking to relaunch the Spring Garden Road bus only pilot next spring. The pilot is part of the “imagine Spring Garden Road project” aimed at improving pedestrian and transit access to the busy downtown corridor. Alicia Draus has the details.