Canada launches 9-8-8 suicide crisis helpline
Canada’s new Suicide Crisis Helpline launched on November 30, making it easier to ask for help when someone is contemplating suicide.
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A spooktacular night at Church Street’s annual Halloween party
Toronto’s annual Halloween street party on Church Street had a huge turnout this year.
Spotlight on LGBTQ+ community at Just for Laughs Festival
The LGBTQ+ community took over the annual Just for Laughs Toronto Festival on Sept. 24, sponsored by Pride Toronto.
Food banks at their highest food intake
Food banks in Toronto are calling on the government to make an immediate change after the number of people accessing them monthly has reached its highest.
The Beaches Easter Parade made history
The annual Beaches Easter Parade organized by the Toronto Beaches Lions Club had its largest crowd ever on April 9.
Another night full of laughter at Toronto’s ‘friendliest’ comedy competition
Black Sheep Entertainment had another TESTING: ATTENTION PLEASE! Toronto’s Friendliest Comedy Competition at Mandy’s Bistro on March 17.
Call for more animal welfare issues to be addressed
Beneficial changes have been made to animal services over the past decade, but the Animal Alliance of Canada is calling for more changes.
Opioid overdoses remain high in homeless shelters
Opioid usage is at one of its highest peaks in Toronto homeless shelters, Toronto Public Health says.