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A Montreal man who lives with autism has defied the odds to graduate university and says he could never have done it without his service dog at his side. Victor Bal attended every single class and wrote every single exam with his dog Kopeck right by his side every step of the way. Dan Spector...

U.S. Department of Justice Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced during a press conference on Monday, that the alleged White House Correspondents’ Dinner gunman, Cole Tomas Allen, has been charged with three federal charges. Blanche said a Secret Service agent was shot in the chest, but “was wearing a ballistic vest that worked.” The agent...

WATCH: Man’s best friend is proving to be a true lifeline. Across the province, working dogs are providing essential, life-changing support every day. Payton Zillich introduces us to four remarkable pups making a massive difference in the lives of those around them.

The Jewish General Hospital has a new name. Earlier this week, the Montreal institution was granted university hospital status by the Quebec government which means it will now be known as the Jewish General Hospital University Health Centre. But beyond the name change, what does this designation mean for the hospital, its staff, and the...

Toronto Animal Services is shining a spotlight on the city’s most overlooked dogs, including large breeds, older pets, and shy personalities, encouraging more residents to consider adoption. Elana Trainoff joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln to introduce some of these dogs and share insights on their temperaments, the benefits of adopting pets that are often passed over, and...

Edmonton city council is trying to better understand how big a tax increase Edmontonians will tolerate, as they get set to discuss the four-year budget. And as Jasmine King reports, it could lead to some tough conversations about which services stay and which don’t.

A Peterborough-area golden retriever — and service dog in-training — is in the running to win the title of “America’s Favorite Pet.” Madeleine McColl has more on Gator the Golden and the contest.

WATCH: Saskatoon police service brings on new specially trained dog for detecting electronic equipment.

YVR airport sees an opportunity that they say could help BC face economic headwinds. Air cargo is big business, and as demand to ship precious goods on a particular route increases, so does the likelihood an airline would want to expand service by adding more flights. Jordan Armstrong has more.

Las Vegas police said a woman was arrested after allegedly abandoning her two-year-old goldendoodle at a JetBlue ticket counter inside Harry Reid International Airport on Feb. 2. Officers said she failed to complete required paperwork to fly with the dog as a service animal and left it tied to a baggage sizer before heading to...

On Wednesday, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow announced that the Ontario government has officially broken ground on the elevated guideway and four new stations in Toronto’s east end for the Ontario Line. “That’s real progress for Thorncliffe Park, Flemington Park and the Don Valley,” Chow said and added, “the Ontario Line will transform how people move...

Former CNN journalist Don Lemon was released from custody after being charged with federal civil rights crimes on Friday. The charges stem from an anti-immigration protest that disrupted services at a Minnesota church two weeks ago.

Ottawa Fire Services say a dog accidentally started a house fire in Orleans after chewing on a heated ski glove with a lithium-ion battery. Firefighters were called to a home on Bevington Walk, where flames were seen coming from a first-floor window and heavy smoke filled the house. Crews rescued the unharmed dog, quickly contained...

Dogs that work for a police service or the military give years of tireless service — but what happens when they retire? Ned’s Wish is a charity steps in to help make sure they get the medical care they deserve in retirement. Quinn Ohler explains how.

The Edmonton Police Service’s canine unit calendars are back. Every sale helps support the unit – raising about $10,000 a year. As Nicole Stillger explains, the money provides the police pups with essential equipment to keep doing their important work.

Toronto Crime Stoppers is once again teaming up with Toronto Police Dog Services for the release of its 2026 K-9 calendar. Priced at $10, the calendar features Toronto Police K-9 teams, with 100 per cent of proceeds supporting Crime Stoppers’ Community Rewards Program. Representatives from Toronto Crime Stoppers and Toronto Police Dog Services join Candace...

The Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides transforms lives by pairing Canadians with disabilities with expertly trained service dogs who bring independence, confidence and daily support. Maria Galindo joins Ross Hull to walk us through the journey from puppyhood to advanced training, the critical foundations that set each dog up for success, and the organization’s...

Edmonton is now home to a new training facility for some highly skilled four-legged friends. BC & Alberta Guide Dogs has brought its puppy raising program the region, in order to train up more service dogs that support people with special needs. As Jaclyn Kucey explains, behind the cute, fluffy pups is some serious work...

A Montreal woman living with autism is frustrated with the city’s public transit authority, claiming there are no clear rules for service and support dogs. She says she’s been kicked off several buses, completely ignored at bus stops and humiliated in public. Elizabeth Zogalis reports.

We don’t often hear from the head of Canada’s Security Intelligence Service, but today, following what his counterparts in the U.K. and Australia do, Canada’s top spy gave the first of what’s expected to be an annual speech outlining the complex threats Canada faces.