A reader questioned whether bringing a service dog to a loud, crowded concert is fair to the animal; columnist Lisi Tesher noted Ontario recognizes three categories—service dogs, emotional support animals and therapy dogs—and said appearance alone does not prove someone's need.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reduced the routine childhood vaccine schedule from protections against 17 diseases to 11, and reporting links that policy change and related U.S. actions to possible cross‑border effects; Canada has continued measles cases and two‑dose MMR coverage near 79 percent.
Dubai Digital Authority formally recognised Circularo for its role in implementing Digital Sign, a sovereign digital signing platform. The article reports the project began in late 2024 and has been adopted by multiple institutions.
People in Canada who use service dogs report repeated ride denials by Uber drivers, sometimes captured on video, while Uber says it has mandatory driver education, new app features and is investigating complaints.
An emergency physician warned that Canada's hospitals, already operating near capacity, could face added demand during World Cup games; Public Health Ontario identified measles, COVID-19 and food and water‑borne illnesses as likely risks.
The Creative Skills Retail Council has launched the CSRC Academy and a professional certification framework to offer industry-aligned certifications, micro-credentials and training credits to members. Some certifications are also available to non-members via the CSRC Shop for Good, with proceeds supporting social impact.
Founded in 2022 by Melissa and Drew Porter, Closet Share moved from a living room project to a downtown Sudbury location and now operates an online token system serving people across Canada.
Erik Harju, a Sudbury-area resident, regularly helps neighbours Brenda and Ken Salo with rides, groceries and community events, and says his flexible schedule as a filmmaker allows him to do so.
Before Home, a privately funded pilot program that places shelter dogs in participating pet hotels while they await adoption, has been selected to take part in the student-led Imagine, Innovate & Inspire (I³) Competition.
The Fraser Valley Rush U18 AAA team raised about $18,000 for BC Children's Hospital in their first fundraiser, surpassing a $10,000 goal; the campaign concluded with a charity game and community events.
