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‘I loved him’: How one Regina group is making a difference preventing overdosesThe Regina Overdose Outreach Team began as a pilot project in 2022, providing access to counselling and addiction programs. Some hope it will become permanent.Global News at 5 ReginaSep 13
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Youth in Policing program making a difference in Durham RegionHundreds of Durham Region’s Youth in Policing students spent the day welcoming newcomers to Canada, with the annual newcomer youth soccer tournament. Lexy Benedict has more on how the program is positively impacting the region.Jul 24
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Local woman making a ‘pawsitive’ difference with healthy dog treatsFormer veterinary tech and pet store manager Angie Holubowich has started her own business called Pupper Nom Noms where she bakes high quality dog treats using human-grade ingredients. Safeeya Pirani vists her at the New Westminster Farmers’ Market to find out why she ventured into canine nutrition, and how she’s making an impact in the...BC1Sep 5
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Vancouver to boost police presence in GastownVancouver Mayor Ken Sim says the city is taking immediate steps to improve public safety in the Gastown neighbourhood by establishing a community policing centre. As Rumina Daya reports, the promise has left some residents questioning whether adding more officers will make a difference.Global News at 11 BCSep 25
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Mixed reaction to first supervised drug inhalation site in VancouverReaction is mixed to the opening of the first supervised drug inhalation site in Vancouver. Kristen Robinson reports the main debate is over whether it will actually make a difference on the streets.Global News Hour at 6 BCSep 18
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Wellness Wednesday: Alberta Blue Cross Faces of Wellness programAlberta Blue Cross is looking for submissions for its 2024 Faces of Wellness program. VP of corporate relations and community engagement Brian Geislinger joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about how the program highlights people who make a difference.Sep 19
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Making a Difference Canada Day special from Queen’s ParkCelebrate Canada Day with Susan Hay from Queen’s Park as she reflects on people making a difference in their own communities. The half-hour special also includes a sit-down interview with Hon. Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario.CanadaJul 1
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This is BC: Carol Lee’s quest to revitalize Vancouver’s ChinatownCarol Lee is well known around Vancouver for her herculean efforts to revitalize Chinatown. The foundation chair has been recognized with an Order of Canada for her transformational leadership. But her drive to make a difference comes from her own experience. On This is BC, Lee shares with Jay Durant why this is so close...Global News Hour at 6 BCSep 5
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How one Regina mom is handing out 1000 backpacks to students in need this yearFor the tenth year in a row, one Regina resident is stepping up to make a difference. Amanda McCall is helping to hand out 1000 backpacks to children across the city.Global News at 5 ReginaAug 26
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Edmontonians lace up for annual EPS Half MarathonTeam up with your local heroes and help make a difference in your community for the third annual EPS Half Marathon. While the event is sold out, people are being encouraged to head to the race route to cheer on the runners as they go by. Supt. Derek McIntyre joined us on Global News Morning...Global News Morning EdmontonAug 27
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Global News at 6 Regina: August 26The trial for a Saskatoon priest accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in 2023 gets underway. We bring you the latest on that story, also – for the tenth year in a row, one Regina resident is stepping up to make a difference. Amanda McCall is helping to hand out 1000 backpacks to children...Global News at 5 ReginaAug 26
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Canadians continue to struggle with debt: pollA new poll suggests people many throughout Canada are struggling with debt and recent Bank of Canada rate cuts aren’t making a difference to their financial situation. Michelle Statz with BDO Debt Solutions looks at consumer confidence and provides advice for people dealing with debt.BDO Debt SolutionsJul 30
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One Great Lottery: True North Youth Foundation encouraging Manitobans to support localCamp Manitou director Jeff Hofer explains how TNYF benefits from the lottery, and the difference Manitobans can make for children and youth in need.Sep 24
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Create your own fundraising initiative for the Stollery Children’s HospitalAnyone looking for ways to keep busy this summer while making a difference in their community? The Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation’s community initiatives program invites Edmontonians to host their own fundraising initiatives. Megan Wenger and Norma Kennedy joined us on Global News Morning with all the details.Global News Morning EdmontonJul 18
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Small businesses to receive 5 years’ worth of carbon rebates in December: FreelandOn Tuesday, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said that owners of small and medium-sized businesses will finally receive their long-awaited carbon pricing refunds before the end of this year. Freeland said the federal government will send more than $2.5 billion to about 600,000 Canadian businesses in December. “These are real significant sums of money. They’re going...CanadaOct 1
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BC political leaders battle for favour in Okanagan ridingsLeader of B.C.’s two main parties were in the vote-rich Okanagan Saturday. An area that was surprisingly competative last election, where the NDP made an unexpected breakthrough in a pair of ridings. But though they’re in the same area, as Paul Johnson reports, their messages are vastly different.Global News Hour at 6 BC12 hours
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Alberta teen’s artwork showcased on 2024 Every Child Matters Orange ShirtPeople across the country are marking National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on different ways, some are wearing special orange shirts. One young woman from Ponoka, Alta., has made her imprint on the shirts this year. Vinesh Pratap caught up with Aliyah Bautista on Global News at Noon.Sep 30
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‘I thought I was a goner:’ Ont. man recounts cancer diagnosis using lifesaving machineJohn Kerpinski says he’s not one to quit, especially as his medical journey over the past few years has forced him to question his chances of staying alive. But, as Noor Ra’fat reports, a life-saving machine at a Burlington hospital made all the difference in the 73-year-old’s fight against cancer.HealthSep 17
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One Young World Summit MontrealThe One Young World Summit takes place in Montreal September 18-21st. This prestigious event will bring together young leaders from over 190 countries. Among them will be Montrealer Kimia Shafighi, CEO of Biocene, a clean tech start-up. She joined Global News Morning’s Laura Casella to talk about the difference she is making for the environment.Global News Morning MontrealSep 11
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Grand Chief Cathy Merrick rememberedA Grand Chief remembered. Global’s Marney Blunt looks back at the life of Cathy Merrick and why friends and colleagues say she made a major difference.CanadaSep 9