Mental health support still lacking 4 years after mass shooting: Nova Scotia mayor
Four years after the deadliest mass shooting in Canadian history, the mayor of the community where the tragedy began says accessing mental health resources is still a challenge.
Canada
Apr 19
Kelowna, B.C., teens rescued in Black Mountain Regional Park
Two Okanagan teens "did the correct thing" after becoming stranded in Black Mountain regional park: They stopped and phoned for help. The rescue was a textbook operation.
Canada
Mar 18
‘Something has to change’: Mother fights for better addiction care after son’s death
A Nova Scotia woman whose son died from a drug overdose says the province's health-care system failed him, and is calling for better mental health and addiction support.
Health
Apr 5
Canada Life announces $1 million donation to Kids Help Phone
The donation, part of a 30-year partnership between Canada Life and Kids Help Phone, will help get more crisis responders trained for the texting service.
Canada
Jan 12
Could cellphone ban in Ontario schools come to Saskatchewan?
Ontario's cellphone ban in classrooms raises questions about whether something similar could be coming to Saskatchewan.
Education
May 1
Calgary senior victim of elaborate iPhone clone scam
A Calgary senior is warning others after he was tricked into buying a $1,000 iPhone 15 Pro Max that he later found out was cloned.
Crime
May 9
‘It’s about being kind’: Pink Shirt Day raises awareness of childhood bullying
Manitobans were encouraged to wear pink shirts on Wednesday for the annual Pink Shirt Day, which aims to raise awareness of about bullying, especially in schools.
Health
Feb 28
Ontario to ban cellphones in classrooms. What’s changing and how will it work?
On Sunday, Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced new rules for vaping and cellphones that will be introduced at schools across the province when the academic year begins.
Education
Apr 30
California mom accidentally invites 487 people to child’s 1st birthday
‘I have to get a new identity,' a mortified Emily King said in her TikTok video outlining the ordeal.
Trending
Apr 26
‘I’m gonna push’: First-time B.C. mother delivers her own baby on way to hospital
Vanessa was in labour as they made their way from their Steveston home to B.C. Children's Hospital but they had not gone far when Vanessa realized they would not make it.
Features
May 6
Manitoba Indigenous-owned tech company helps elders spot scams
'We want to be as accessible and as accommodating as possible when providing these workshops as well,' Flett said.
Tech
Apr 12
Inflation dogs Manitoba vets, shelters, pet owners alike
The costs of food, care and veterinary services are forcing pet owners to make some difficult decisions about their furry companions.
Canada
May 1
Apple unveils new, larger iPad models. How much do they cost?
Apple plans to hold a virtual event on Tuesday where it is expected to show new iPad models, some of which could come with a new chip aimed at speeding up AI tasks.
Consumer
May 7
New plan to limit cellphone use, ban vaping in all Ontario schools
The Ford government announced it is introducing limits on cellphone use in schools and banning vaping devices in a move to help improve learning in the classroom.
Education
Apr 28
The odd history of on-hold music
We've all been put on hold when we've tried to reach someone. Have you ever thought about the music that plays while you wait?
Entertainment
Apr 14
Be prepared: Winnipeggers should plan ahead for emergencies, experts say
It's Emergency Preparedness Week, and local experts are reminding Winnipeggers to plan ahead.
Canada
May 7
N.B., Nova Scotia governments to review school smartphone policies
The two Maritime provinces are taking a look at how to deal with the use of smartphones in schools following restrictions being imposed in other jurisdictions.
Education
Apr 30
Are cellphone bills falling in Canada? Critics question Ottawa’s claims
Trudeau drew the ire of social media users when he posted on X, that 'we’ve cut the cost of cellphone plans in half since 2019 — in part by increasing competition.'
Canada
Apr 22
Canada’s most wanted fugitive arrested in P.E.I. over Toronto homicide
A man who was listed as Canada's most wanted fugitive over a homicide that occurred in Toronto last year has been arrested in the Maritimes.
Crime
May 1
PNE staff members awarded for ‘life-saving’ actions
BCEHS presented Mike Nasr with a Good Samaritan award for his assistance in 2022, and a Vital Link award for his life-saving actions in 2024.
Health
Apr 15