New online directories help Peterborough area residents find health, community services
A new partnership between the Peterborough Ontario Health Team, Peterborough city and county have added two directories which can find services via topic, location and keyword.
Health
Mar 27
Quebec community vows to rebuild Hudson church damaged in ‘devastating’ fire
The community of Hudson is in shock after a fire ravaged a 182-year old church. St. James Anglican Church was not only a religious building but a community hub.
Fire
Apr 15
Swan Valley Stampeders hockey team saved after quick community response
The future of a Manitoba Junior Hockey League team was up in the air this week, but only for a few hours - after overwhelming support from the community that it calls home.
Sports
Apr 18
How an Ontario social media lawsuit is hitting home on the Prairies
Students and an expert chime in on how social media plays a role with students following the announcement of the Ontario lawsuit against social media giants.
Canada
Apr 2
Lethbridge food banks see spike in demand
Veterans aren't the only vulnerable community having trouble making ends meet as prices for just about everything continue to soar.
Economy
Feb 16
Maple Ridge business closing shop due to open drug use, threats
The City of Maple Ridge has community safety programs but one councillor said there's only so much the city can do.
Economy
Feb 10
Controversial plan would see services divided between two hospitals in Central Ontario
A redevelopment plan for Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare is receiving pushback from the community despite officials saying it’s the only way to sustain healthcare in the region.
Health
Feb 10
Rural doctor shortage: Southern Alberta hospital stressed under resident, tourist demand
It's a mounting issue for the town of 900 residents: the Milk River Health Centre not only services the town and surrounding communities but also tourist attractions.
Health
Feb 7
Online Harms Act aims to remove ‘harmful content,’ address hate
The Liberal government has introduced its highly anticipated Online Harms Act, which proposes sweeping reforms focused on protecting children online.
Canada
Feb 26
Kelowna’s Gospel Mission challenges community to get active in effort to end homelessness
The event takes place at Metro Hub located at 1265 Ellis St beginning at 1 p.m., with the walk/run ending at 2 p.m.
Canada
Apr 13
Former city councillor buys Prince George’s last newspaper
A former councillor in Prince George has purchased the city's only newspaper after watching multiple outlets in other British Columbia Interior communities shut down last year.
Canada
Feb 5
Alberta resource guides learners towards Indigenous language revitalization
Now with more available programing and cultural celebrations, more people want to reconnect with their culture and learn the language and traditions.
Education
Apr 15
Black, Jewish and LGBTQ2 most frequent victims of hate incidents in 2023: Hamilton police
The profile of victims in hate-related incidents showed little change in 2023, according to police in Hamilton, Ont. The number of reports, however, rose 26 per cent.
Canada
Apr 19
Parents weigh in on proposed overhaul of Peterborough-area school boundaries
The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board has four options with different school boundaries that could potentially impact more than two dozen schools and multiple programs.
Education
Apr 18
Nova Scotia scraps spring bear hunt idea, public ‘very divided’ on issue
The Nova Scotia government has decided not to hold a spring bear hunt after it says public consultation showed Nova Scotians are 'very divided' on the issue.
Environment
Apr 17
‘Face the Issue’: Violence awareness campaign launched in Saskatchewan
A release from the provincial government said each video features a young person remembering experiences including coercive control, social isolation and gaslighting.
Canada
Apr 22
Requests open for free, firesmart chipping program in Kelowna
Aimed at reducing wildfire risks, the program allows homeowners to eliminate flammable, organic yard debris from their property.
Canada
Apr 4
Interior Health to resume wellness checks during hot weather
Interior Health says it will resume it wellness check program for vulnerable individuals who don't have access to indoor cooling during the summer.
Health
Apr 20
Edmonton’s Oliver School renamed wîhkwêntôwin School
wîhkwêntôwin is a Cree word that can be translated into English as ‘circle of friends.’
Education
Apr 9
$500K donated to London’s Health and Homelessness Fund for Change
The Health and Homelessness Fund for Change was gifted $500,000 in honour of Jeff Macoun's 40-plus years with Canada Life in London, Ont.
Canada
Apr 15
