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Unionized workers rejecting more deals as fight for wage gains presses on
Experts say union workers are feeling increasingly emboldened to reject tentative agreements as they fight to join the ranks of those benefitting from the recent wave of wage gains.
City investigating after dead fish found floating in High Park pond
The City of Toronto is investigating after a large number of dead fish were found floating in Grenadier Pond in High Park.
Surfer murders shock peaceful Mexico community
A booming tourist and expat community is in shock after the campsite murder of three foreign surfers.
Preparations Ramp Up for Global Security Force to Quell Haitian Violence
More than half a dozen nations have pledged personnel to a multinational effort to stabilize Haiti, where gangs have taken over much of the capital, setting off a major humanitarian crisis.
April asking rent prices up 9.3% across Canada; as Ontario sees only decline: report
A new report says the average asking rent for a home in Canada in April was up 9.3 per cent compared with a year ago, while a slight month-over-month increase was also recorded for the first time since January.
Toronto's drug decriminalization bid now uncertain after B.C. backtracks
Toronto's bid to decriminalize the possession of illegal drugs for personal use has been plunged into uncertainty in recent days, as drug policy experts suggest political debates over British Columbia's backtracking on the issue have hurt the city's application.
What is Toronto's Mother's Day forecast?
Mother’s Day is this Sunday and the weather in Toronto is expected to be mostly pleasant.
Fake website selling Honda lawn mowers for 90% off
A fake website selling lawn mowers and snow blowers at a 90 per cent discount are 'in no way associated with' Honda Canada, the company is warning consumers.
Free parking and mortgage holidays: Developers offering new incentives as preconstruction condo sales plummet
As preconstruction condo sales in Toronto plummet to levels not seen since the global financial crisis 15 years ago, developers are now turning to more lucrative incentives to try to entice prospective buyers.
César Luis Menotti, Who Coached Argentina to a World Cup, Dies at 85
He led the national team to a championship in 1978 but was convinced that it didn’t get the recognition it deserved in the shadow of the country’s dictatorship.
Comedian Dave Chappelle is coming to Toronto next week
American stand-up comedian Dave Chappelle will be performing in Toronto next week.
Massive Fossil Donation Helps Brazil’s National Museum Rise From the Ashes
A gift from abroad of more than 1,100 Brazilian fossils aims to step up efforts to rebuild the country’s National Museum, which suffered major fire damage in 2018.
Toronto mayor hints that WNBA team is coming to the city, marking the first franchise in Canada
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says that she is hopeful an announcement could be made soon amid multiple reports that a WNBA team is coming to Toronto in 2026.
Punishment for high-ranking Toronto police officer involved in exam cheating debated at tribunal
Lawyers at a Toronto Police discipline tribunal Friday dueled over the proper punishment for the first female Black superintendent who admitted to sending exam questions to Black constables before their exam.
Police investigating after driver crashes into house in Mississauga
One woman suffered minor injuries after police say she crashed her vehicle into a house in Mississauga overnight.
Toronto police seek suspect vehicle after security guard shot outside Drake's mansion
Toronto police are seeking help from the public as they continue to investigate a shooting that seriously injured a security guard outside rapper Drake's mansion.
Toronto Fire Chief Matthew Pegg announces retirement
Fire Chief Matthew Pegg is calling it a career after 32 years with Toronto Fire Services.
'Exceptional': Diplomat and RCMP praised sanctioned Haitian, emails suggest
A Canadian diplomat and an RCMP officer heaped praise and gratitude on a sanctioned Haitian businessman that Global Affairs accuses of gangland connections, after he allowed a helicopter airlift of Canadian citizens and police at his luxury golf course last month, emails provided by his lawyers ...
'We're here to win': New MLSE president backs Shanahan, Treliving
The Maple Leafs' key decision makers spoke with the media today for the first time since the team's first-round playoff exit.
Immigration ministers to meet in Montreal over cuts to temporary visas
Federal and provincial ministers are meeting in Montreal Friday to hash out how to shrink the number of temporary residents in Canada.
Leafs fire head coach Sheldon Keefe
The Toronto Maple Leafs have announced that Sheldon Keefe has been relieved of his duties as head coach.
Man in custody after woman, 2 girls sexually assaulted: police
A Toronto man is in custody after police say a woman and two girls, one of whom was 11 years old, were sexually assaulted.
Man arrested after triple stabbing in Mississauga: Peel police
Peel police say three people were injured, one critically, in an overnight stabbing in Mississauga.
Systemic failure to promote Black officers under microscope as superintendent apologizes for helping racialized police cheat
In emotional and raw testimony at a disciplinary tribunal, the first Black female superintendent in the Toronto Police Service apologized for helping racialized constables cheat a promotional exam.
Man allegedly used fake invoices and bills to steal more than $700,000 from Toronto not-for-profit organization
A man is accused of stealing over $700,000 from a Toronto not-for-profit organization using fake invoices and bills.
2 charged, 1 suspect outstanding following Mississauga murder
Two people have been charged and a Canada-wide warrant is out for a third suspect following a fatal shooting in Mississauga in late March.
Toronto police called to Drake's Bridle Path mansion for another alleged intruder on Thursday
Toronto police say a man who allegedly attempted to access Drake’s Bridle Path property was taken to hospital on Thursday after an altercation with security guards.
Trudeau says Meta news ban degrades safety while it makes billions off communities
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada's dispute with Meta is a "test moment" for the country to stand against the social media giant that's making billions off people, but taking no responsibility for the well-being of communities they profit from.
Woman in life-threatening condition after van and motorcycle collided in Mississauga
A woman has been critically injured in a two-vehicle collision in Mississauga.
Vehicle strikes bus shelter in Bridle Path, leaving man in life-threatening condition
A vehicle struck a bus shelter in Bridle Path on Friday afternoon, leaving a man in life-threatening condition.
Strong solar storm could disrupt communications and produce northern lights in Canada, U.S.
An unusually strong solar storm could produce northern lights in the U.S. this weekend and potentially disrupt power and communications.
Ontario appeals judge's decision to strike down parts of agriculture law
Ontario has appealed a judge's decision to strike down as unconstitutional parts of an agriculture law that made it illegal to get a job on a farm under false pretences to expose conditions inside.
Canada abstains on Palestine recognition at UN, open to statehood before peace
Canada abstained from another United Nations vote Friday aimed at formally recognizing Palestine, while opening the door to supporting statehood before the end of the current conflict.
What to know about road and transit closures in Toronto this weekend, May 11-12
Here are the road closures in Toronto this weekend to keep in mind.
One person in serious condition after apparent stabbing at park in Brampton
One person has been hospitalized after an apparent stabbing in Brampton.
Boy, 15, allegedly stabbed another teen during fight on bus at Pickering GO station
A 15-year-old boy has been charged after allegedly stabbing another teenager at Pickering GO station on Thursday.
Canadian Blood Services apologizes to LGBTQ+ groups for donation ban
Canadian Blood Services says it has apologized to LGBTQ+ groups for a past policy that banned gay and bisexual men from donating blood.