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‘We need more funding’: Toronto adult day program at risk of shutting down

A Toronto non-profit day program for adults with special needs is at risk of shutting down after what organizers says is a decline in private donations and a lack of funding from public sources. Bryan’s…

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Firefighters probe possible fireworks link after Brampton garage blaze

A residential fire in Brampton that prompted the evacuation of a neighbouring home Sunday night may have been caused by fireworks materials found inside a garage, according to fire officials. Brampton…

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3 youths, 14, charged in Milton arson that prompted evacuation of nearby condo

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) said three 14-year-olds have been charged with arson following a fire at an abandoned building in Milton that prompted an evacuation at a nearby condo building. At…

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72-year-old Whitby man accused of dealing cocaine, heroin, meth: Durham police

Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) officers have arrested a 72-year-old Whitby man accused of dealing hard drugs like cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine. Earlier this month officers received a tip…

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Man injured in overnight shooting near Victoria Park and Lawrence

A man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following an overnight shooting in Toronto’s Victoria Park Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area. Toronto police say emergency crews were…

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Honda Canada to retool Alliston, Ont., plant to expand hybrid production

MARKHAM — Honda Canada says it will retool its manufacturing facility in Alliston, Ont., to expand production of hybrid-electric and gasoline-powered vehicles.

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Firefighters probe possible fireworks link after Brampton garage blaze

A residential fire in Brampton that prompted the evacuation of a neighbouring home Sunday night may have been caused by fireworks materials found inside a garage, according to fire officials. Brampton…

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3 youths, 14, charged in Milton arson that prompted evacuation of nearby condo

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) said three 14-year-olds have been charged with arson following a fire at an abandoned building in Milton that prompted an evacuation at a nearby condo building. At…

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72-year-old Whitby man accused of dealing cocaine, heroin, meth: Durham police

Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) officers have arrested a 72-year-old Whitby man accused of dealing hard drugs like cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine. Earlier this month officers received a tip…

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Man injured in overnight shooting near Victoria Park and Lawrence

A man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following an overnight shooting in Toronto’s Victoria Park Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area. Toronto police say emergency crews were…

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Honda Canada to retool Alliston, Ont., plant to expand hybrid production

MARKHAM — Honda Canada says it will retool its manufacturing facility in Alliston, Ont., to expand production of hybrid-electric and gasoline-powered vehicles.

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Canada’s Supreme Court to hear legal disputes against 2020 gun ban

Canada’s Supreme Court is expected to hear legal disputes from groups opposing the 2020 federal firearms ban.

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Nvidia CEO investigated over spy allegations amid affair scandal

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is being investigating by his own company after allegations he may have been a “target of a foreign intelligence effort,” all while Huang admitted to having extramarital relations with a business executive.

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Human catapult world record broken by European jumpers

Two European jumpers broke the world record for the highest human catapult after being launched through a 360-metre-tall chimney.

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TFC head coach Robin Frasder fired

TFC head coach Robin Frasder was fired after the team finished the season in twelfth place, just seven points shy of a playoff spot.

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Ontario Liberal leadership vote begins

Voting has begun to select a new leader for the Ontario Liberal party, as party members are expected to chose from Navdeep Bains, Stephanie Bowman, Lee Fairclough and Dylan Marando.

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Russell Brand sentenced to 10.5 years in British prison for rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand was sentenced Monday to 10.5 years in prison for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others during a period when his comedy career built around boasts of erotic exploits was taking…

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OSAP pause may force dental college to close, school says

An Ontario career college that has trained dental hygienists and dental assistants for 22 years may have to close as early as next month, due to a provincewide pause on student financial aid in the sector.

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Carly Rae Jepsen to host 2027 Juno Awards, Our Lady Peace to enter Hall of Fame

The Juno Awards are calling Carly Rae Jepsen, no maybes about it.

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Legal battle over federal firearms ban heads to Supreme Court of Canada

OTTAWA — The country’s top court is set to hear legal arguments this week about the validity of a federal ban on hundreds of types of firearms the government says are fit only for the battlefield.

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Brampton man charged in multiple street racing incidents across GTA

A 24-year-old Brampton man is facing more than half a dozen charges in connection with multiple street racing incidents across the GTA.

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Motorcyclist seriously injured in downtown crash

A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries following a collision in the Church-Wellesley neighbourhood on Sunday.

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TTC adjusting service on Queen St. E. for streetcar track renewal, sewer rehabilitation work

The TTC says it is adjusting service along Queen St. E. to accommodate the renewal of aging streetcar tracks and sewer rehabilitation work. Preliminary rail welding work is already underway between…

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Woman previously arrested at anti-Israel protest arrested again during North York demonstration

A 40-year-old woman has been charged after an arrest was made during a demonstration in North York on Sunday.

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‘We’re scared’: Residents concerned over falling glass from Vaughan condo building

A recurring problem of falling glass from a high-rise condominium complex in Vaughan has residents concerned, as property management, along with the developer, race to determine the cause. Residents…

November 4, 2026 11:13 am EST EST

Most Toronto, GTA residents want more speed cameras: poll

A majority of Toronto and GTA residents agree that more speed cameras are needed, especially in school zones, as per a new poll conducted by Canada Pulse Insights for CityNews. The provincial ban on…

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Dive into our coverage of events and issues that matter to indigenous Canadians and communities all across the country.

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The need for winter tires is imminent. Find out when to make the change

Toronto and most of southern Ontario has been enjoying warmer temperatures but it’s approaching that time of year when you need to start making the switch to winter tires. The staff at OK Tire in Etobicoke…

November 6, 2026 2:23 pm EST EST

TTC adjusting service on Queen St. E. for streetcar track renewal, sewer rehabilitation work

The TTC says it is adjusting service along Queen St. E. to accommodate the renewal of aging streetcar tracks and sewer rehabilitation work. Preliminary rail welding work is already underway between…

November 4, 2026 3:15 pm EST EST

Timeline of events in OSAP career colleges warnings, probes

Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s government is coming under increasing fire for how it has handled Ontario Student Assistance Program payments at private career colleges. Critics say the government set the…

October 27, 2026 12:20 pm EST EST

It’s time to submit your Vacant Home Tax declaration in Toronto

If you own residential property in Toronto, it is now time to let the City know if it was occupied or vacant this year. The City of Toronto’s online portal is now open and all residential property owners…

November 2, 2026 1:15 pm EST EST

Seven new councillors to join Toronto City Council after 2026 municipal election

Toronto will welcome seven new councillors for the next term after three incumbents were ousted and four councillors will be taking over in seats left empty. Here are the new and familiar faces who…

October 26, 2026 10:46 pm EST EST

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Toronto FC relieve Robin Fraser of head-coaching duties

Toronto FC has entered the market for a new coach. The MLS club announced Monday that it has relieved Robin Fraser of his duties as head coach after finishing the 2026 season with a 9-13-12 record,…

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York University investigating cybersecurity incident, data theft that dates back almost 20 years

York University is investigating a cybersecurity incident resulting in the theft of personal data which was discovered last month.

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Can Canada afford Carney’s budget?

“Masters of our Destiny” is the title of Mark Carney’s second federal budget since becoming Prime Minister. It outlines paths to build stronger Canadian sovereignty, including new spending to help at the…

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Hellebuyck, Devils hand Maple Leafs third straight loss

Connor Hellebuyck made 23 saves for his first shutout with New Jersey as the Devils blanked the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-0 on Sunday night.

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B.C. soldier killed in base fire remembered as fearless globe-trotter

VANCOUVER — A 23-year-old Canadian soldier was remembered Sunday as a globe-trotting, sporty and car-loving man with an infectious sense of humour and a fearless love for life.

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Trump says he was just kidding about making UFC’s Dana White his press secretary

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Sunday he was only kidding about making UFC boss Dana White his next White House press secretary after announcing on social media he had offered his close friend the job.

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2 men with guns spotted at Mimico GO station, police say

Toronto police are investigating after two men armed with guns were reportedly spotted at Mimico GO station on Sunday. Police told CityNews they received a 911 call about an altercation between two…

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Man stabbed outside downtown Toronto nightclub

Toronto police are investigating after a man was stabbed outside of a downtown nightclub early Sunday morning. Emergency crews were called to the area of Lake Shore Boulevard and Parliament Street at…

November 8, 2026 7:36 am EST EST

Americans in Canada hope for closer ties between two countries after midterms

While Canadians welcomed the blue wave in U.S. Congress, many expressed doubts that it would restore their trust in their neighbour any time soon.

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Victim identified in Etobicoke shooting, police hunt underway for 2 suspects

Toronto police are searching for two suspects after a teenager was killed during a shooting in Etobicoke on Saturday.

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Festival of Lights, Festival of Growth: A look at Diwali’s business impact in Canada

As the Indian diaspora expands globally, this festive economic surge is no longer confined to the subcontinent – it is rapidly becoming a borderless retail and cultural phenomenon.

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