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Descrease article font size Increase article font size A central Hamilton, Ont. non-profit supporting those experiencing poverty and homelessness says its set to relocate to a larger site, currently housing a retirement residence. In a release on Tuesday, Wesley Urban Ministries says it has an agreement to move from it’s …
Read More »What’s open, what’s closed on Family Day in Hamilton, Burlington and Niagara Region – Hamilton
Monday will be a day off for most Ontarians as the province marks Family Day, the second long weekend of 2023. The annual holiday, established in 2007, is meant to celebrate the importance of families. Being a regional holiday, some federal services will still be open, like Canada Post. However, …
Read More »Eggs thrown at John Tory’s office window on his last day as Toronto mayor – Toronto
A person threw eggs at John Tory‘s office window early Friday as he marks his last day in office as Toronto mayor. Global News captured the moment a person wearing a cowboy hat calmly approached a barrier outside Toronto city hall before pulling out some eggs and throwing them. A …
Read More »‘Manitoba Merv’ predicts six more weeks of winter on Groundhog Day – Winnipeg
We’re in for six more weeks of winter, if a stuffed groundhog at Oak Hammock Marsh is to be believed. “Manitoba Merv” saw his shadow Thursday morning on Groundhog Day — a signal that, according to tradition and folklore, indicates more cold is on the way. The furry forecaster is …
Read More »Nottawasaga OPP investigate Boxing Day house fire as homicide
Two of three deaths in a fire on Boxing Day are now being investigated as homicides by members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). OPP say the fire happened in a home in the town of New Tecumseth on Dec. 26, 2022. Officers were called for …
Read More »3 suspects wanted after theft at Scarborough Town Centre jewelry store on Boxing Day: police – Toronto
Toronto police say they are looking to identify three people who allegedly stole an item from a store at Scarborough Town Centre. Police said they were called to the mall on Boxing Day for reports of a theft at a jewelry shop. Investigators said the first suspect is described as a …
Read More »COP15: Negotiators reach nature deal ahead of convention’s last day
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted December 19, 2022 7:37 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size Negotiators in Montreal have finalized an agreement to halt and reverse the destruction of nature by 2030, as the COP15 talks enter their final official day. An announcement issued early Monday …
Read More »World AIDS Day: HIV activists hopeful for end to backsliding on infections, stigma – National
HIV activists are marking World AIDS Day by urging Ottawa to help stop a global backslide in progress on stemming infections and stigma. “It’s clear to us that this government is seized of the issue, but the truth of the matter is, no movement is happening quickly enough for people …
Read More »On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Murray Sinclair challenges Canadians to be mindful year-round
On the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Canadians were challenged to commit to reconciliation year-round. Murray Sinclair, the former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, said the day was initially envisioned to be a day for Canadians to reflect on the country’s history and treatment of Indigenous people — …
Read More »Stoney Nakoda First Nation marks 2nd National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Stoney Nakoda First Nation in Alberta held a small and emotional ceremony Wednesday, ahead of the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. A pipe ceremony, followed by drumming and a jingle dress dance, took place at the Wesley Elders Lodge. Jeanette Wildman, cultural liaison for Stoney Health Services, was …
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