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New housing project aims to create a better future for deafblind individuals in Toronto
A new housing complex is being built for people in the deafblind community. The Canadian Helen Keller Centre says it's the second build of its kind in the province, and much needed.
Priceless Canadian art pieces from St. Anne's church fire wreckage being brought back to life
Six months after a devastating fire tore through the historic St. Anne's Church, some of the priceless art from the church has been recovered and is in the process of being restored.
Canada's 988 suicide prevention line taking around 1,000 calls a day and saving lives, service says
As the 988 national suicide prevention helpline marks its one-year anniversary, the three-digit helpline is making a difference in helping to prevent suicides, experts say.
What's going on with the massive development where Honest Ed's once stood?
It's been nearly eight years since Honest Ed's closed its doors for good. And as the city experiences a housing crisis, some are wondering what's going on with the hundreds of affordable and purpose-built rental units that were supposed to be completed by now on that legacy block.
Intimate partner violence continues to rise in Peel Region
Intimate partner violence was declared an epidemic in Peel last year, and cases continue to rise in the region. November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month, and advocates want to remind people of the resources available for those who need help.
Craft brewers urge Ontario to speed up review of alcohol taxes
Ontario Craft Brewers says the provincial government needs to speed up its review of alcohol taxes as the retail market expands. The review started last year after the organization launched a campaign highlighting that Ontario has the highest craft beer taxes in Canada. Now, a new campaign called Save Local Craft Beer aims to keep the issue top of mind.
It can cost up to 39% more to thrive in the GTA if you have a disability: research
When Franklyn McFadden needs to repair his $15,000 wheelchair, that expense is on him. It's just one of many extra costs that he says comes with living with a disability. "I didn't choose to be a person in a wheelchair, and I don't profess to enjoy the fact that I have to use one," he said.
Experts highlight support for youth during Suicide Prevention Month
September is World Suicide Prevention Month. According to Stats Canada, each year, more than 4,000 people in Canada die by suicide, which is equivalent to 12 people dying every day. One of the populations that's most vulnerable is young people.
Architecture firm turning Ukrainian helmets into symbols of hope
A Toronto architectural firm is transforming damaged military helmets from Ukraine into works of art and symbols of hope amid the ongoing war.
Toronto Fire Service celebrates 150 years
Toronto Fire Services is celebrating a milestone this year. It's marking the 150th anniversary of when it was approved to be a full-time fire service in the city of Toronto. Fire Chief Matthew Pegg reflects on the history of the service and his upcoming retirement.