Source Feed: The Globe and Mail
Author: Vanessa Tiberio
Publication Date: August 11, 2025 - 13:20
Vulnerable people lack access to cooling, advocates say, as heat warnings persist
August 11, 2025
Another day of punishing heat and humidity in Ontario, Quebec and the four Atlantic provinces is shedding light on the situation for vulnerable Canadians who struggle to access cooling.
Heat warnings from Environment Canada stretch from the country’s western to eastern coasts today, with temperatures expected to reach the low to mid-30s and humidex values at around 40 C.
Canada only has two women from the military deployed on United Nations peacekeeping missions right now, raising concerns Ottawa is failing to lead by example and may be called out by the international body for missing its targets.In 2017, former prime minister Justin Trudeau launched a big push to have Canada become a leader internationally promoting women in peacekeeping. It was part of the his government’s feminist foreign policy.
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The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled right-hander Paxton Schultz from triple-A Buffalo and made him active for the team's series finale against the Miami Marlins on Sunday.
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Tiny creatures in Quebec's Saguenay fjord mud may play key role in fighting climate change, scientists say, as they search the sea floor for answers.
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