2 h. ago Toronto coffee shop opened over COVID is closing down and here's what's replacing it

A Toronto coffee shop that exemplified the trendy minimalist aesthetic is officially calling it quits.There had been whispers about the impending closure of Dundas West's Hamers Coffee for weeks before the specialty coffee shop's owner, Derek, took to Instagram in mid-June to confirm the rumours.Opening its doors in early 2020, the cafe's ability to stick around despite opening at perhaps the worst possible time for a new business in the last decade is a testament to just how quickly Hamers became a cherished part of the neighbourhood.With a sleek, minimal interior and small-but-mighty menu, which included some truly to-die-for sandwiches, Hamers has become a cornerstone of Dundas West over its five years in business — no small feat in a neighbourhood renowned for its never-ending influx of buzzy businesses.Hamers' reign in the neighbourhood is soon to come to a close, though, as the team prepares to close it down for good after its final service on Sunday,...

Science

6 h. ago Team Canada’s McCullough, Major enjoying home field advantage at Softball World Cup

Competing for Canada at the 2025 Men's Softball World Cup in Prince Albert, it's a home tournament of sorts for Saskatchewan athletes Devon McCullough and Max Major.

Politics

7 h. ago For 1st time in 26 years, BC Fire Fighters Burn Fund will not operate with Stanley Park train

"This is the first year that it won't operate with the train in Stanley Park," Jeff Sauvé, exeuctive director of the Burn Fund, told Global News.

Events

8 h. ago Celestica Q2 2025 Financial Results and Conference Call Tuesday, July 29, 2025

TORONTO, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Celestica Inc.’s (TSX and NYSE: CLS) second quarter 2025 financial results conference call will take place on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The conference call start time is at 8:00am ET. Celestica’s second quarter 2025 financial results will be released after market close on Monday, July 28, 2025. Participants […]

Culture

9 h. ago Calgary teens win BMO contest, spend a day at Stampede as news reporters

One opted to write about her first experience at the Stampede while the other opted to produce a travel guide for Stampede festivities

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10 h. ago Amazon Prime Day sales fall 41% on first day, brand adviser says

Amazon.com Inc took a big gamble this year by expanding its annual Prime Day summer sale to four days from two, betting the extension would give shoppers more time to navigate the millions of deals on its sprawling web store. The preliminary results are grim, raising the stakes for the event’s remaining days. Momentum Commerce, […]

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10 h. ago Opinion: Edmonton council made the right call in rejecting infill cap

On Tuesday, Edmonton city council supported a motion to keep mid-block infills to a maximum of eight units, and I’m grateful. In a time when Edmonton nears its debt limits, gentle density through infill development expands our tax base, helping make core services like roads, transit, and libraries more affordable per resident. Infill development can […]

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11 h. ago Iga Swiatek’s first Wimbledon semifinal comes against Bencic while Sinner beats Shelton

Iga Swiatek reached the Wimbledon semifinals for the first time with a 6-2, 7-5 victory over 19th-seeded Liudmila Samsonova that went from a stroll to a bit of a struggle in the late stages Wednesday. “Even though I’m in the middle of the tournament, I already got goosebumps after this win,” said Swiatek, who will […]

Sport

11 h. ago Here are the products sold by Canadian Tire that have been recalled so far this year

If you've shopped at Canadian Tire recently or in the past few years, it's time to double-check your purchases, as some items have been recalled due to serious health and safety risks, including choking hazards and the risk of electric shock injury.Health Canada issued alerts and provided further details about active recalls for these products that were sold at Canadian Tire stores and other retailers. While some of these recalls are recent, some items were sold in Canada as far back as 2018 and 2019. This year, items include a children's toy, a snowblower and women's boots.If you do own any of these affected products, you can contact the companies for free repairs, exchanges or refunds. Here are some recently recalled items.The North Face women's bootsRecall date: April 17Thousands of women's boots from The North Face were recalled due to a potential fall hazard. Health Canada announced a recall of the Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots, as it's possible that the hook of on...

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12 h. ago Toronto’s busiest speed camera cut down for 6th time in 8 months

Theft came week after police installed camera of their own to monitor frequently vandalized equipment

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12 h. ago Massive sturgeon caught for the 1st time in B.C., believed to be over 100

Fishing guide Jeff Grimolfson said he has been dreaming about this moment his whole life and he has been guiding fishing expeditions for almost 20 years.

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12 h. ago International bakery chain known for healthy cake opening first Toronto location

An international bakery chain known for what it calls "healthy" versions of classic treats is about to open its first-ever Canadian location in Toronto.You may assume that ingredients like sugar, gluten, and dairy are integral pillars for almost any baked good, and, most of the time, you'd be right. However, one European bakery chain that's about to make its Canadian debut is on a mission to prove that you can have sweet treats that still hit the spot without any of those things.We'll be the judges of that.Landing on Bloor West this summer by way of Poland is FitCake, a chain that touts itself as "the first and largest non-pastry shop in the world," and currently boasts nine locations in Poland, with an additional presence in Austria, Sweden, Spain, and Malta.So, what makes the cakes so "fit"? The bakery (or, non-pastry shop, if you prefer) is completely sugar-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but, if its rapid expansion across Europe can be used as any indi...

Society

14 h. ago Winnipeg Blue Bombers to add colourful Tyrone Jones to Ring of Honour

The colourful linebacker, who died in 2008 at the age of 46 from brain cancer, remains Winnipeg's all-time leader in sacks with 98.

Events

14 h. ago These are all the new discounts you can get in Ontario with your Presto card

If you regularly use a Presto card on your way to work or school, you might not know that there's actually more to that tap than just getting on a bus or a train. In fact, your Presto card can open the door to a range of discounts at major attractions and events in Ontario that you might already be planning to attend. Throughout the summer, Presto cardholders can access exclusive savings on everything from festivals to sporting events and nature activities. A new set of limited-time offers has been rolled out for July and beyond, giving you a chance to make the most out of the warm season without putting a dent in your wallet. Here are some of the current perks available with your Presto card. Festivals and eventsToronto Caribbean Carnival Running during the August long weekend, this major cultural celebration offers Presto users 20 per cent off tickets to various events, including the King & Queen Showcase, Grand Parade, and Fête en Blanc. Make su...

Transport

15 h. ago Ontario rent prices keep falling and here's where they're cheapest right now

It may not be a good time to own a condo in Ontario (at least, if you're looking to sell), but it sure is a good time to lease one — or any property type in the province, for that matter — as rent prices have been on a steady downward trajectory in major hubs like Toronto.The 6ix just saw another 4.7 per cent year-over-year dip in the average monthly rent rate for a place, marking the ninth consecutive month of rent declines, according to the latest National Rent Report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation. (By comparison, Canada as a whole saw a 2.7 per cent drop.)As of June, tenants in the city now pay around $2,283 for the typical one-bedroom apartment (which is 0.8 per cent less than in May and 6.6 per cent less than this time last year), and $2,929 for a two-bedroom unit (0.1 per cent less than the month prior and 8.4 per cent less than in June 2024).Renters in shared accommodation pay approximately $1,188 per month for a room, a 3.9 per cent decrease from ...

Economics

16 h. ago HELIOS and Caroline Harvey Partner to Advance Equity and Innovation in Women’s Hockey

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — HELIOS, the leading wearable performance platform in ice hockey, proudly announces a new partnership with Caroline Harvey—Olympic medalist, World Champion, and two-time NCAA National Champion—to help close the long-standing gap in sport science and technology for female athletes. “it’s about making sure the next generation has the tools, the data, and […]

Sport

16 h. ago Demand from ‘buy Canadian’ movement pushes Purdys to move into grocer Save

Purdys Chocolatier says the buy Canadian movement has generated so much demand for its products that it decided to sell them outside its own stores for the first time in its 118-year history. The Vancouver-based confectionary company’s products can now be found on the shelves of Save-On-Foods, a western Canadian grocer. It was inspired to […]

Other

16 h. ago A Status Quo Rate in Trump Tax Bill Is Big Win for Corporations

Executives at America’s largest corporations watched Donald Trump sign a massive tax-cut bill without any change in their own companies’ tax rates — and were grateful for their good luck.

Economics

17 h. ago MUCHO Burrito launches Ghost Pepper Burrito to help Canadians cool down this summer

Science says sweating it out may be the ultimate summer chill Toronto, ON, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Think spicy food and summer heat waves don’t mix? Think again. MUCHO Burrito is turning up the heat with the launch of its limited-time Ghost Pepper Burrito, inviting Canadians to cool down by heating up.   Available […]

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17 h. ago Russia batters Ukraine with more than 700 drones, the largest barrage of the war, officials say

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia fired more than 700 attack and decoy drones at Ukraine overnight, topping previous nightly barrages for the third time in two weeks, part of Moscow’s intensifying aerial and ground assault in the three-year war, Ukrainian officials said Wednesday. Russia has recently sought to overwhelm Ukraine’s air defences by launching major attacks […]

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