The federal government’s proposed housing reforms are a good first step but are not enough for Alberta, a housing advocate said. Jessica Bird, a Calgary resident, has been living in her apartment for the last four years. When her...
A new report shows that it’s a renter’s market in Lethbridge, Alta., but not everyone agrees, including staff with the University of Lethbridge Students’ Union. Rachele Preston, the vice-president of the organization says even through the cost of rent...
The 2024 SUMA Convention and Tradeshow kicked off on Sunday at the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) District. On Monday, attendees heard from the provincial government on what they’re doing to assist the needs of urban municipalities.“It’s an opportunity for...
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Research Manitoba renewing an agreement with a firm connecting local companies, interns and training programs, but for nearly $2 million more. On Monday, business leaders, students and government officials gathered at RTDS Technologies...
By Daisy Woelk Global News Posted April 15, 2024 6:13 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew and several others are making a trip to the U.S. on a trade mission. The group, including Canada’s ambassador...
The homelessness problem in Montreal can seem pretty bleak, but the Old Brewery Mission is doing some good in dealing with the issue. A mobile health clinic that reaches out to unhoused people in encampments and metro stations is...
By Daisy Woelk Global News Posted April 15, 2024 5:36 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size RCMP have an update to a car crash that landed five in hospital, saying all of them are doing OK. On Wednesday, a...
A Meadow Lake, Sask., man is taking his incurable cancer diagnosis and raising funds and awareness for his rare condition. Robert Kirschman is training for a 70.3 Ironman in December that will take place in Florida, tracking his training...
An organization in Nova Scotia that provides housing support for women and families is sounding the alarm over homelessness in Halifax. Adsum for Women & Children says they’re receiving more and more requests for help from people who have...
Quebec’s social services minister unveiled three measures aimed at reducing the use of hospitalization for mental health patients in the southwest region of Montreal. Speaking from Notre-Dame hospital, Lionel Carmant announced the measures, which are part of the Interministerial...