December 18, 2025

Social Justice

Issues related to social injustices within the community

In Their Words: Cobourg council pushes back on sleep deprivation debate at emergency meeting CHANCE BROWN
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In Their Words: Cobourg council pushes back on sleep deprivation debate at emergency meeting

Robert Washburn December 12, 2025 0
Cobourg council is not trying to prevent sleeping in the county’s warming room, but requires wellness checks...
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Changes to landlord, tenant laws will have far-reaching impact for both sides locally, says expert Port Hope apartment 64 Ward Street
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Changes to landlord, tenant laws will have far-reaching impact for both sides locally, says expert

Robert Washburn December 5, 2025 0
Tenant rights groups across Ontario are upset with the government over a series of changes to laws...
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Historic decision by Alderville band council major step in quest for Rice Lake personhood Rice Lake
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Historic decision by Alderville band council major step in quest for Rice Lake personhood

Robert Washburn November 21, 2025 0
Earlier this week, the Alderville Band Council made a landmark decision. It may be one of the...
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Brighton Homelessness Task Force collaborating with community to address issues as winter is coming, says chair Brighton stage Memorial Park
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Brighton Homelessness Task Force collaborating with community to address issues as winter is coming, says chair

Robert Washburn November 15, 2025 0
There are those in Cobourg who will tell you it is the epicentre for those living rough....
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Local food banks see growing demand as more people face food insecurity, says executive director Fare Share workers sorting items
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Local food banks see growing demand as more people face food insecurity, says executive director

Robert Washburn November 15, 2025 0
Nationally, the picture is grim, and the numbers are crushing. More than two million Canadians used food...
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