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Homeless tents and campers have been occupying the Whatcom Road provincial rest stop along Highway 1 for over two years now. Residents have been calling the area unsafe, the garbage bins are overflowing, and truckers are unable to take their designated quick stop, while the Abbotsford Police and the City blame the provincial and federal governments for the mess.
A new partnership between St. Joseph’s Health Care London and the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is helping people with disabilities stay active after they finish hospital rehabilitation.
Three Windsor-Essex residents have earned top honours in Ontario among 20 recipients for their exceptional volunteer service for 2024 and 2025. The Queen Elizabeth II Ontario Medal recognizes those whose leadership and exceptional volunteer service have left a lasting impact on their communities and helped build a stronger Ontario and Canada.

Homeless tents and campers have been occupying the Whatcom Road provincial rest stop along Highway 1 for over two years now. Residents have been calling the area unsafe, the garbage bins are overflowing, and truckers are unable to take their designated quick stop.

In today’s information age, news and media shape public discourse more than ever before. However, Canada’s media landscape has become increasingly concentrated and, with it, alarmingly one-sided.

Residents of British Columbia rallied around James Taylor, who opened his home to strangers for Thanksgiving. After experiencing significant personal losses and facing the idea of spending the holiday alone, James took to a community Facebook page to invite others who were in a similar situation to share a meal.

Rescue and relief efforts continue in Florida following the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. In a heartwarming show of support, Canadian electrical companies, including Ontario’s Hydro One, have sent multiple teams to assist in restoring power in the impacted areas. 

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Charity Spotlight: Abilitas Foundation

The Abilitas Foundation was established in 2008 to create accessible opportunities for people living with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. The foundation opened Cold Water Ranch Lodge in 2013 to provide people with disabilities an avenue for vacation and new experiences. Families that have individuals with disabilities can book the Abilitas Lodge at Cold Water Ranch for vacations lasting up to four days between March and December every year.