B.C. couple escapes from ‘debris flood’ that filled home with mud, logs, rocks
A B.C. couple escaped from waist-deep water and mud in their home after it was hit by a dramatic slide called a "debris flood" in the middle…
Financial scrutiny, back-to-work bonus among Conservative demands ahead of fiscal snapshot
Uncovering what's become of Canada's deficit, implementing a bonus for workers returning to their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic and boosting funding for the country's auditor general…
Schools urged to ensure students’ security and privacy when conducting classes online
As most parts of Canada are gradually reopening their economies following months of lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some provinces — including Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta and…
Canadian Red Cross goes completely electronic amid COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has launched the Canadian Red Cross into transferring funds electronically to those they support.In the past, when people turned to the Red Cross after…
What social science says about convincing people to wear masks during the COVID-19 pandemic
Mandating, not just recommending, the use of non-medical masks will help convince more Canadians to wear them as the economy reopens, just as wearing seatbelts is now…
U.S. son can’t see sick mother in Canada because he’s not ‘immediate family’ under current regulations
A family hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic is angry that Canada's border restrictions are keeping a son in New York City from seeing his elderly, sick…
Boost in support for Liberals the biggest for a minority government in 60 years
Governing parties across Canada are enjoying a surge in support as they confront the COVID-19 pandemic. Justin Trudeau's Liberals are no exception.But for a party heading up…
‘RHOC’ Alum Heather Dubrow’s Daughter Max, 16, Comes Out as Bisexual
Sharing her truth! Heather Dubrow’s 16-year-old daughter, Max, came out as bisexual on the last day of Pride Month. “I always knew i was bi, i just…
Homeless man turned church caretaker may end up back on the street
There was no job interview when Gordon Petrie became the caretaker and security guard at Holy Cross Ukrainian Catholic Church in Surrey, B.C.Church leaders didn't even know…
Repatriate Canadian former ISIS fighters and family members, Human Rights Watch urges
The Canadian government is flouting its international human rights obligations by failing to repatriate and provide adequate consular assistance to 47 citizens who are currently detained in…
Eating wild plants is a ‘world that needs to be rediscovered’
Hello, Earthlings! This is our weekly newsletter on all things environmental, where we highlight trends and solutions that are moving us to a more sustainable world. (Sign…