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• Family still without answers 6 months after Ontario man with schizophrenia dies in jail

  Six months after the unexplained death of a man with schizophrenia inside an Ontario jail following a “physical altercation” with multiple guards, his family is still desperate to know what really happened to him.

  Canada

  Jun 15, 2017
• Toronto mother says son with service dog denied entry to 2 restaurants in a row

  A Toronto mother says they were “humiliated” after her son’s service dog was denied entry to not one, but two restaurants in a row. She describes restaurant staff trying to push them out the door.

  Canada

  Jun 3, 2017
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• Several cats removed from alleged Toronto hoarders’ apartment suffering various ailments

  Toronto-area humane societies have banded together to care for 68 cats surrendered by alleged hoarders. While the cats are expected to survive, some are in rough condition.

  Canada

  May 30, 2017
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• Alleged Toronto hoarders evicted after 68 cats, dog found in apartment

  The landlords have been trying to evict the family for a year. After the appeals process was exhausted and the landlords were finally able to get in, it was far worse than anyone knew.

  Canada

  May 29, 2017
• Fentanyl: For some a lifesaver, for others a killer

  Fentanyl is at the centre of an opioid overdose crisis spreading across Canada and while hundreds have lost their lives to the powerful painkiller, some Canadians say they need the medication to survive.

  Canada

  Feb 24, 2017
• Paralympic rower says Toronto police don’t understand role in protecting rights of those with guide dogs

  When a person with a guide dog is denied service, they are supported by the Blind Persons’ Rights Act. The problem is those who are supposed to be enforcing the law still don’t realize their role, even after a Global News investigation laid it out.

  Canada

  Feb 16, 2017
• Paralympic athlete claims Toronto Uber driver left her at the curb due to guide dog

  A Toronto woman says the Uber car she ordered pulled up and left after seeing her guide dog.

  Canada

  Feb 15, 2017
• Cupid, the 2-legged puppy saved after being thrown away, takes first steps on prosthetic legs

  A puppy born without front legs and saved by an Oakville, Ont., rescue from the trash is taking a major step forward after being fitted with new prosthetic legs.

  Canada

  Feb 9, 2017
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• Family wants answers after Ontario man with schizophrenia killed in jail guard ‘altercation’

  The family of Soleiman Faqiri, a man with schizophrenia who died after a "physical altercation" with guards inside an Ontario jail last month, are demanding answers -- while friends hold a vigil in his memory in Toronto.

  Canada

  Feb 8, 2017
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• TTC fixing subway station accessibility signage after speaking with Global News

  The TTC says it will be adding signage at the Queen’s Park subway station after concerns were raised about how to find the accessible entrance.

  Canada

  Feb 3, 2017
• 2-legged puppy saved by Ontario rescue group after being thrown away

  An Oakville, Ont., dog rescue has come to the aid of a puppy with special needs after he was thrown in the garbage.

  Canada

  Jan 31, 2017
• Robotic animals used at Ontario health centre prove to be important tool to sooth dementia patients

  They bark, purr and roll over. They are not real, but robotic cats and dogs are proving to be a valuable tool to help reduce agitation and anxiety among dementia patients.

  Health

  Jan 20, 2017
• Mysterious fuel spill leeching into Don River for weeks, City of Toronto investigating

  The City of Toronto is working to determine the cause of a foul-smelling fuel spill in the Don River downtown, while a local water protection charity is criticizing the lack of government action several weeks after the spill was reported.

  Environment

  Jan 18, 2017
• Another TDSB student speaks out about alleged unchecked bullying at school

  Eight-year-old Jahero Bogle is a bundle of creative energy. He loves school, but not what's been happening with some of the other kids.

  Education

  Jan 17, 2017
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• How has media coverage of mental health issues evolved in recent years?

  The evolution of how the news media covers not just suicide, but mental illness in general, was the topic Christina Stevens was invited to explore on the MindVine Podcast with Ontario Shores staff.

  Jan 16, 2017
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• Parents at TDSB school say battle against bully has been 1 step forward, 2 steps back

  Parents of a 10-year-old girl, who claim her school is ignoring ongoing bullying, have finally met with senior TDSB staff. They say while it was a productive meeting, a newsletter put out by the principal has ruined the progress made.

  Education

  Jan 13, 2017
• Another student says she has been bullied out of Toronto District School Board school

  A Grade 5 student says she has stopped going to school due to unchecked bullying. Her story echoes that of another student who spoke out to Global News.

  Education

  Jan 10, 2017
• 10-year-old Toronto District School Board student claims he has been bullied out of school

  Ten-year-old Keegan Wilson has a list of things he has missed out on since early December - from a talent show to a model car building competition - and it's because he stopped attending class at Chester Elementary School due to alleged bullying.

  Education

  Jan 9, 2017
• ‘Within minutes of dying’: Miniature horse saved by Ontario rescue group

  A miniature horse is making a huge impact on those around her. The foal weighed just 18 pounds when she was saved by the Whispering Hearts Horse Rescue.

  Canada

  Dec 28, 2016
• Ontario mayor taking provincial government to task over cancer surgery

  Hector Macmillan, the mayor of Trent Hills, Ont., is locked into battle with the provincial government. He said he had to pay for life-saving surgery in Germany.

  Health

  Dec 22, 2016
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• Tweets predicted someone would overdose at Toronto nightclub’s all ages concert

  Hours before the Friday night "all ages" concert at REBEL nightclub, chilling tweets foretelling the night circulated.

  Canada

  Dec 21, 2016
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• 6 hospitalized in addition to woman who died after overdosing at Toronto nightclub: councillor

  Six young people were hospitalized after an "all ages" concert at a Toronto nightclub this weekend, a city councillor said Tuesday.

  Canada

  Dec 21, 2016
• Woman dead, 16-year-old girl hospitalized after overdosing at popular Toronto nightclub

  The father of a 16-year-old girl, who was hospitalized after overdosing while at a concert at a popular Toronto nightclub, wants new rules around “all ages” events.

  Canada

  Dec 19, 2016
• 10-year-old boy speaks out about repeated bullying, parents say TDSB isn’t doing enough

  A 10-year-old boy says he is being bullied repeatedly at school, including physical assaults. His parents are frustrated and say the Toronto District School Board doesn’t appear to be doing enough to end it.

  Canada

  Dec 16, 2016
• Hamilton cop who stopped city councillor faces discreditable conduct hearing

  A Hamilton city councillor who was stopped for questioning by police while waiting for a bus earlier this year said he felt "targeted" because of his race, during a discreditable conduct hearing for the officer Thursday.

  Canada

  Dec 15, 2016