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189 articles about causes worth caring about and the organizations working on them.
Mental health is a crisis hiding in plain sight. In Canada, 1 in 3 people will experience a mental health problem during their lifetime, and yet access to services remains uneven, underfunded, and often out of reach. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated what was already a growing concern: rising rates…
Cancer is one of the most significant health challenges facing Canada today. According to the Canadian Cancer Society, nearly 1 in 2 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, and 1 in 4 will die from it. In 2024 alone, over 240,000 new cases were expected nationwide, making cancer…
Clean water should be simple. Turn on the tap. Fill a glass. Done. But for too many people in Canada, especially in some First Nations communities, safe water isn't guaranteed. Long‑term drinking water advisories have been a reality for years. Since 2015, many have been lifted, but some communities…
Climate change is no longer a distant threat for Canada—it is here, reshaping our landscapes, our weather patterns, and our way of life. From record-breaking wildfires in British Columbia and Alberta to unprecedented flooding in the Maritimes, the country is grappling with the tangible consequences…
Across Canada, the toxic drug crisis shows up in families, classrooms, and workplaces—not just headlines. Since national tracking began in 2016, more than 52,000 people have died from apparent opioid toxicity, and the crisis is evolving: in 2024, about 74% of deaths involved fentanyl, most involved…
For more than 14,000 years, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples have lived in what is now called Canada, developing complex societies rooted in respect for the land, water, and all living things. This connection is not simply cultural; it is a guiding principle that has shaped sustainable…
The Issue: Food insecurity in Canada is reaching alarming levels. According to Statistics Canada, 16.9% of Canadians lived in food-insecure households in 2022, which marks a significant increase of 5.3% from 2018 to 2022. This positive correlation can be linked to the rising cost of living, housing…
Canadian women entrepreneurs face persistent, uniquely gendered barriers—limited access to capital and collateral, care responsibilities, safety concerns, thin networks and mentorship, rural access gaps, and overlapping inequities for Indigenous, newcomer, Black and other racialized women. This…
Canada is having a quiet crisis that shows up in school hallways, bus stops, and workplace washrooms. When someone can't afford pads or tampons, they miss class, skip shifts, and stay home from community events. In British Columbia, a major survey by United Way BC found about half of respondents…
The Issue: Cancer affects nearly every family in Canada. Each year, an estimated 230,000 Canadians are diagnosed with cancer—and approximately 85,000 lives are lost to the disease. That's more than 230 people each day. While cancer care in Canada is publicly funded, patients often face significant…
Homelessness isn't just about tents or shelter lines. It's about people who need a safe place to sleep and a fair chance to rebuild. Rents are high, food costs more, and some students couch-surf to finish school. Seniors, newcomers, and people leaving care or unsafe homes can fall through the…
Education in Canada is often viewed as a foundational pillar of equity and opportunity. But for millions of children and youth—particularly those who are racialized, low-income, Indigenous, disabled, or living in remote communities—access to quality education remains unequal. Despite public…
Our planet's land is filled with amazing ecosystems, like forests, grasslands, and wetlands. These areas are home to many different plants and animals, and they provide us with things we need, like clean air, water, and food. But these ecosystems are in danger because of things like cutting down…
The Issue: Education is one of the most powerful tools for breaking cycles of poverty, advancing equity, and creating opportunities for individuals and communities. In Canada, education is often seen as universally accessible—but the reality is far more complex. Significant barriers remain for…
The Issue: From catastrophic wildfires in Alberta and B.C. to record-breaking floods in Nova Scotia and Quebec, Canada is seeing a dramatic rise in natural disasters. Climate change is intensifying extreme weather events across the country, leaving entire communities devastated by fire, water, and…
Across Canada, more people are turning to food banks to make it through the week. Groceries cost more. Rents are high. Families are stretching every dollar, and too many kids are going to bed hungry. Food banks and community groups are seeing record demand and are working hard to keep up. Hunger…
One in five Canadians lives with a disability. That’s over 6.2 million people who face daily challenges related to mobility, vision, hearing, mental health, neurodivergence, chronic illness, and more. Yet, accessibility remains far from universal. From public transit systems that exclude wheelchair…
Across Canada, more teens are dealing with anxiety, stress, and low mood. You can see it in classrooms, sports teams, and at home. Wait-lists for counselling can be long. Families want to help, but it's not always clear where to start. Rising costs, online pressure, and the after-effects of the…
