B.C. $10-a-day daycare expansion on pause; advocates relieved there are no cuts

Why It Matters

The pause on expanding $10-a-day childcare signals an inflection point for a system already strained by high fees, limited access and educator wage concerns. Advocates say the freeze only works if the province uses it to rebuild a model that is fairer to families and workers.

Draining wetlands produces substantial emissions in the Canadian Prairies: new study

Why It Matters

Wetland drainage in the Canadian Prairies is releasing millions of tonnes of carbon emissions every year — far more than previously captured in national reporting. Without including these losses in Canada’s GHG inventory, policymakers and the public are missing a major source of climate impact tied directly to land‑use decisions.

Homelessness organizations dealing with increasing legal attacks, anti-poverty rhetoric: Ontario Nonprofit Network

Why It Matters

Legal challenges, threats and lawsuits against non-profits and charities are destabilizing for staff and operations. Where there are significant gaps in public policy, non-profits have stepped in to support vulnerable people and have subsequently borne the brunt of the blame. Some organizations might not have the capacity and resources to take on a legal battle.

$65K raised for BC Children’s Hospital in support of Heated Rivalry star’s comments

Why It Matters

Personal stories shared by public figures can make an impactful change, and in this case, make a tangible difference towards critical pediatric care and research.

What it really means to love your job — and when that love can become a liability

Why It Matters

Understanding what “loving your job” actually means helps organizations avoid confusing devotion with durability. Without healthy conditions and good management, that same love can make workers more vulnerable to overload, blurred boundaries, and exploitation.