Canadian digital local-news network Village Media partnered with OpenAI to launch Open Door, an AI-powered platform connecting residents with community health and care services. The Details: •    Canadian milestone: Village Media said the agreement is OpenAI’s first news partnership in Canada. •    Initial launch: Open Door will launch in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, using a directory of more than 200 organizations across 24 support categories. •    Service navigation: The platform connects residents with local aid, including emergency food relief and safe-housing organizations. •    Ownership terms: Village Media owns Open Door; OpenAI will provide funding, API credits, and technical support. •    Content agreement: Village Media content will be cited in ChatGPT under the partnership. 15-SEP-2026 06:01 PM ET