Man allegedly jumps on TTC tracks to flee police
Service on a portion of TTC’s Line 2 was disrupted for almost two hours Friday, after an incident at Sherbourne Station in Toronto. As Noor Ra’fat Ibrahim tells us, it all began with an alleged assault on a subway platform.
Apr 26
Patient dumping alleged at second B.C. hospital
A follow-up now to a story we reported on last night’s News Hour – allegations patients are being discharged to a bench outside Vancouver General Hospital. Tonight, a second person has come forward to denounce the practice. As Kristen Robinson reports, a Victoria resident says she’s witnessed the same practice outside the local hospital.
Global BC
Jan 21
B.C. health minister responds to allegations of ‘patient dumping’ from hospitals
More fallout after Global BC reported hospital patients are being discharged from hospitals and left on nearby bus stops or benches. Health Minister Adrian Dix says patients who are unruly or threatening staff or others may be escorted out of the facility. Kristen Robinson reports.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Jan 22
Concerns about alleged patient dumping at VGH
Concerns are growing about the well being of some discharged patients at Vancouver General Hospital. A resident living across from the hospital says he’s seen multiple instances of so-called “patient dumping”. Alissa Thibault reports.
Global BC
Jan 20
Popular fishing spot near Halifax remains closed after vandalism
A park outside of Halifax has been closed after persistent vandalism and illegal dumping. Lock Five Park on Grand Lake is part of the Shubenacadie Canal system. As Zack Power reports, the area is also popular with anglers because of its access to one of the best fishing spots in Nova Scotia.
Global News at 6 Halifax
Nov 9, 2023
Former grand chief files counter-lawsuit after sexual assault allegations
Former Manitoba Grand Chief Arlen Dumas is filing a counter-lawsuit against a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her multiple times.
Canada
Nov 15, 2023
Winnipeg neigbourhood feeling ‘blessed’ as city cleans up pile of illegally-dumped garbage
Roger Daignault was surprised to see City of Winnipeg crews clearing a hazardous and quickly-growing garbage pile near Flora Street and Selkirk Avenue on Wednesday, saying, “They’re doing a great job cleaning up and we hope it stays this way.”
Canada
Aug 30, 2023
Former grand chief won’t be charged after sex assault allegations
Former AMC Grand Chief Arlen Dumas — who was ousted after allegations of sexual assault — won’t be facing criminal charges stemming from the incident.
Sep 27, 2023
Illegal garbage dumping a widespread mess
Illegally dumped garbage is a major problem in the city’s North End, but the issue is overflowing and is impacting neighbourhoods throughout the city and beyond. Marney Blunt reports.
Aug 31, 2023
Former Manitoba grand chief sued for sexual assault
A Winnipeg woman who once worked under former Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs grand chief Arlen Dumas is suing him, alleging he sexually assaulted her multiple times in 2022.
Canada
Sep 6, 2023
B.C. cherry growers concerned amid allegations of U.S. dumping into Canadian market
Some big news coming from The BC Fruit Growers’ Association — the company is claiming that American cherries are being dumped into the Canadian market, and at a much lesser cost, putting Okanagan growers in a difficult position. Jayden Wasney reports.
Canada
Jul 10, 2023
Global National: May 4
As excitement builds on the eve of the coronation of King Charles III, some Canadians are pumped to be participating in the procession. Their excitement; some of the notable Canadian figures who will be attending the coronation; and Royal commentator Dickie Arbiter’s thoughts on the challenges facing the king, and what the monarchy needs to...
Global National
May 4, 2023
Garbage dumped at Kangaroo Creek Farm
The property manager at Kangaroo Creek Farm in Kelowna is voicing his frustrations, after having to clean up piles of garbage that had been illegally dumped on the farm. As Jayden Wasney reports, despite steep fines, improper garbage disposal is on the rise in the region.
Apr 13, 2023
City officials concerned about increased illegal dumping in Lethbridge
As waste and recycling centres reopen around Lethbridge, officials say they’ve seen reckless behavior at multiple sites and an increase in illegal dumping. Emily Olsen reports.
Environment
May 7, 2020
Instagram video shows what is allegedly someone’s final pay cheque – delivered in pennies
A Georgia man says his former boss dumped his last paycheque in his driveway as a massive pile of oil-covered pennies after allegedly withholding the money for months out of spite. Andreas Flaten and his girlfriend, Olivia Oxley, found the pennies in their driveway on March 12, as video posted to Instagram shows.
Trending
Mar 25, 2021
Winnipeg to crack down on illegal dumping by installing cameras
A new pilot project is hoping to catch people dumping old couches, mattresses and garbage in back lanes and lots around Winnipeg. In the coming weeks the city will mount six cameras in undisclosed locations around the city it deems as problem areas. Global’s Brittany Greenslade reports.
Mar 21, 2016
Moncton traditional scout leader is fed up with illegal dumping
Tue, Aug 09: A Moncton scout leader fed up with illegal dumping is taking it upon himself to clean up a newly discovered mess. As Global’s Shelley Steeves reports, he’s going to need some help to tackle the problem.
Global News at 6 New Brunswick
Aug 9, 2016
Vancouver considering long-term solutions to stop illegal dumping
Fri, May 20: With illegal dumping being a growing and costly problem in Vancouver, the city is about to double its efforts to clean it up. Nadia Stewart explains why things have been getting worse, and what the city is doing long-term to help solve the problem.
Global News Hour at 6
May 20, 2016
Nova Scotian Scouts dealing with a messy situation
Someone is illegally dumping on a Scouts Canada and they’re taking to social media to try and find out who. Global’s Natasha Pace reports.
Global News at 6 Halifax
Apr 28, 2016
Illegal dumping, overflowing garbage: Winnipeg business speaks out after months of frustration
A Winnipeg business is speaking out after spending a year and a half dealing with the city trying to stop illegal dumping and over flowing garbage bins. Global’s Brittany Greenslade reports.
Global News at 6 Winnipeg
May 18, 2016