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Weekend need-to-know: Lunar New Year celebrations, start of Black History Month

The city will be a hub of activity this weekend with events marking Lunar New Year and the start of Black History Month, along with Winterlicious and Toronto Raptors' home games. As you plan your weekend,...

Mississauga college program loses accreditation leaving students in a bind

Muhammad Tahir Rashid, who lives in Scarborough, was a medical doctor in Pakistan before he immigrated here to Canada. “Since I have a medical background, I wanted to continue that here in Canada.” He...
'We had to use the oven': Major heating issues reported at Toronto condo amid winter deep freeze

Residents of a Toronto condominium say they're being left in the dark about significant heating issues during one of the coldest winter stretches of the year. "I am guessing it's happened about seven...
5 Things you need to know about the Year of the Snake

With Lunar New Year approaching, it is time to prepare for the Year of the Snake — a symbol of wisdom, transformation, and growth. In Chinese culture, the snake is a greatly respected animal for its...
Retiree from Fergus, Ont. wins $40M in Lotto Max jackpot

Exploring the world and providing a legacy for her son are just a few of the things newly-minted millionaire Elizabeth Trafford wants to do after winning the OLG Lotto Max jackpot. Trafford, a retiree...
'She came here with dreams': Family remembers woman who died after car plunged into Lake Ontario

A woman who died when the vehicle she was in plunged into the icy Lake Ontario waters at Ashbridges Bay has been identified by her family as a beautiful soul who came to Canada from Albania in 2021. First...
OLG says $60M Lotto Max ticket sold in Etobicoke

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) says the $60 million Lotto Max ticket from Tuesday's draw was sold to a lucky winner in Etobicoke. The $60 million jackpot is Ontario's first Lotto Max...
‘Where’s the help?’ For some elderly patients, home health care after hospital discharge is a challenge

Vanessa Leslie is working to launch her own business after retiring from a lifelong career with the Ontario Provincial Police. But those plans are on hold after her mother suffered a health setback several...
'New Year, New You': Debunking the myth of January reinvention

We've officially passed what's known as "Quitter's Day," the second Friday in January where people generally abandon their new year's resolutions.   If you're feeling down because you've swapped the...
Weekend need-to-know: Get a taste of summer at the Toronto Boat Show

It's summer in the winter at Toronto's International Boat Show, kicking off this weekend. Keep in mind there is a one-day subway closure on Saturday. Toronto International Boat Show The Toronto International...