A Winnipeg school trustee resigned after learning of psychological abuse at Sherwood School, citing leadership secrecy and lack of transparency Trustee resigns over secrecy in abuse case Trustee Rod Giesbrecht Resigns Amid Abuse Investigation A long-serving school trustee has announced his resignation after an investigation revealed psychological abuse by a former teacher at Sherwood School.…
A Winnipeg councillor proposes a 1-minute time limit for school drop-off and pickup zones to improve safety and reduce congestion, but critics warn it may increase risks Winnipeg councillor proposes 1-minute limit for school zones Winnipeg Councillor Proposes School Drop-off and Pickup Standards A Winnipeg city councillor is advocating for citywide standards for school drop-off…
A Victoria business owner reports being hung up on or redirected to non-emergency lines when calling 911, citing concerns over delayed police response and safety risks Victoria store owner frustrated with 911 services after repeated issues Victoria Business Owner Frustrated with Emergency Response A Victoria business owner is frustrated with the difficulty of getting help…
Inuvik, N.W.T., faces a propane shortage, prompting residents to cut energy use as officials work to restore supply via the Dempster Highway Inuvik residents urged to reduce energy use amid propane shortage Inuvik Residents Asked to Conserve Energy Due to Propane Shortage People in Inuvik, N.W.T., are being asked to lower their home heating and…
Waterloo Region faces water capacity issues due to aging infrastructure and growth, with solutions expected by early 2026 Waterloo Region addresses water capacity challenges Water Capacity Issue in the Region of Waterloo The Region of Waterloo has confirmed an ongoing water capacity issue. The aging infrastructure and continued growth are exceeding the available capacity in…
Noreen Johns, a key leader of the Saskatchewan Women’s Agricultural Network in Saskatoon, died at 79 after advocating for farm women during economic crises Saskatchewan farm activist Noreen Johns dies at 79 Noreen Johns, Pioneering Saskatchewan Farm Activist, Dies at 79 Noreen Johns, a prominent farm activist in Saskatchewan, has passed away at the age…
Vancouver and BC workers can plan for 11 statutory holidays in 2026, with dates and eligibility details provided BC statutory holidays for 2026 listed here Statutory Holidays in B.C. for 2026 There are 11 statutory holidays in B.C. in 2026. Many workers will have the day off. Mark your calendar for long weekends. Expect some…
Calgary remains under Stage 4 water restrictions after a major water main break, with the mayor urging remote work to reduce strain on the system. Calgary mayor urges work-from-home amid water crisis Calgary Mayor Urges Remote Work Amid Water Crisis Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas is urging those who can work from home to do so.…
Elwood Quinn, founder of Quinn Farm in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot near Montreal, died at 78 after a heart attack, leaving a legacy in local agriculture and community engagement. Quinn Farm founder Elwood Quinn dies at 78 near Montreal Quinn Farm Founder Passes Away at 78 The father of the popular Quinn Farm in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot, west of Montreal,…
Bishop Joseph Dabrowski leaves Charlottetown after two years to become Bishop of Hamilton, appointed by Pope Leo XIV, succeeding retired Bishop Douglas Crosby Bishop Joseph Dabrowski appointed to lead Hamilton diocese Bishop Joseph Dabrowski Appointed as New Bishop of Hamilton Bishop Joseph Dabrowski will leave the Diocese of Charlottetown in early February to continue his…