Homelessness
Looming closure of Out of the Cold shelter sparks calls for a ‘wet’ shelter in Moncton
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
Many of the people staying at Moncton’s emergency Out of the Cold shelter don’t know where they will go when the temporary shelter closes at the end of March. Continue reading
Edmontonians to experience the cold in support of the homeless
The Coldest Night takes place this Saturday in support of charities that help Edmonton’s homeless and impoverished population. Continue reading
Cold weather alert issued for Hamilton
The Hamilton Medical Officer of Health has issued a cold weather alert. Continue reading
Edmonton bus driver applauded for helping homeless man in freezing cold
With Alberta’s capital mired in a deep freeze bringing dangerously cold temperatures with it, an Edmonton bus driver is being applauded for helping a homeless man in need get out of the icy elements. Continue reading
Will Montreal’s West Island get a homeless shelter amid growing demand?
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
A non-profit organization is calling for a shelter to built in Pierrefonds to help the most vulnerable people in the West Island. Continue reading
Surrey Urban Mission hits capacity, seeks donations to help area homeless
Officials say there’s not enough shelter space in the city and the need is highlighted in this cold snap Continue reading
‘People out there need help’: Demand growing at West Island food banks
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
Moisson Montréal distribution centre is in the business of helping out other charity organizations — and the need is enormous. Continue reading
‘Someone could very well die in these cold temperatures’: Penticton winter shelters at capacity
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
Non-profit agencies are racing against the clock to shelter the homeless from the cold. Continue reading
Montreal homeless man searches for stolen dog
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
A homeless man in Montreal suspects his a one-year-old German Shepherd mix was taken by a couple who didn`t like the idea of a dog living on the street. Continue reading
Frostbite alert issued for Peterborough area
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Peterborough Public Health says exposed skin can freeze in as little as 10 to 30 minutes. Continue reading