Mrs. Jegroo has been living with Type 2 Diabetes for 17 years. Like many seniors struggling with the condition, diet and exercise have been challenging to manage on her own. After receiving help from Reconnect Community Health Services, she was able to attend a life-changing rehab program at the West Park Healthcare Centre.
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The Local Wins Eight Media Awards
Editor-in-Chief Tai Huynh was recognized for his exemplary leadership in journalism on a night of big storytelling wins for The Local
Meet the 2025 Local Fellows
We’re thrilled to introduce this year’s Local Journalism Fellows: Moyo Lawuyi, Vikram Nijhawan, and Mayumi Ramos.
At Toronto’s Catholic Schools, Students Twice as Likely to Opt Out of Mandatory Measles Vaccine
In the midst of a measles outbreak, data analysis by The Local finds that 15 of the 20 schools with the highest vaccine exemption rates are in the Catholic boards.
Understanding the TDSB’s Budget Woes in Five Charts
The province says the school board has a spending problem. The board says it’s chronically underfunded. We sort through the numbers.
The Local Earns CJF Jackman Award Nomination and Six Digital Publishing Award Nods
Nominations include recognition for General Excellence in Digital Publishing for the fifth consecutive year.
The Local Earns 8 Nominations at the National Magazine Awards
Our nominations, tied for the third most overall, recognize stories on everything from life expectancy to encampments to waste management to the bereavement industry.
Results from The Local’s Annual Diversity Survey
Every year The Local conducts a diversity survey among staff and contributors. See how we did in 2024
‘It’s Never-Ending’—Another By-Election in Don Valley West
Candidates for TDSB trustee in Ward 11 are up against winter weather and election fatigue in a ward that will have four votes in less than a year.
Have You Thought About Becoming a Board Member for a Local Organization?
We are looking for motivated and thoughtful individuals to join our volunteer board of directors.
The Local Journalism Fellowship 2025
Now in its fifth year, the program provides training and mentorship to aspiring and emerging journalists from communities underrepresented in Canadian media. Applications are now open.