1 hour ago Number of temporary worker applications falls as fines rise, government says

OTTAWA — Ottawa says the number of temporary foreign worker applications has dropped by half since September 2024, when new rules were introduced to make it harder to get a permit. Employment and Social Development Canada also says it collected nearly $4.9 million in fines for non-compliance, including the largest penalty ever imposed under the […]

Politics

2 h. ago Side Dishes: Celebrating Chinese restaurants and women in the culinary arts

The Chinese Restaurant Awards go global; and WORTH puts on its fifth Yes Shef fundraiser for women in hospitality, recreation, and tourism.

Culture

5 h. ago Communities in Bloom to Celebrate 31st Annual Symposium & Awards in Stratford, Ontario

National symposium brings together community leaders, volunteers, and industry partners to celebrate innovation and sustainability in community improvement. Milton, Ontario, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Communities in Bloom (CiB) will host its 31st Annual Symposium & Awards from October 16 to 18, 2025, in Stratford, Ontario. The national gathering brings together community leaders, volunteers, […]

Culture

5 h. ago PHOTOS: London Lightning's 14 years of championship pro basketball

With seven league championships since arriving in 2011, the London Lightning brought a golden era of pro basketball to London – one that may be over, with the club suspending operations for the upcoming Basketball Super League season. This collection of LFP photos looks back on the team’s gilded run

Sport

10 h. ago Heineken® Is Calling People Back to the Office But Not in the Way You Might Think

As debate rages on about going back to physical desks five days a week, Heineken® has cheekily renamed pubs across the UK to ‘The Office’ to celebrate one of the best parts of the working day – after-work socialising It comes as almost half of hybrid workers (46%) say they’re missing out on catch-ups with […]

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14 h. ago Desjardins, un gardien de l’identité coopérative vigilant face à l’avenir

Le caractère distinct des modèles de propriété collective est le rempart dont l’humanité a besoin.

Society

18 h. ago New York Yankees return to the Big Apple with their collective tails between their legs

The alleged Bronx Bombers are bombing out right in front of everyone’s eyes. New York entered its ALDS against the Blue Jays with a decided power edge. The vaunted power has short-circuited in a series that is inching ever so closer to ending short. The unthinkable sweep is now in play. Even if the Yankees […]

Technology

19 h. ago Rachel Homan continues run of Canadian curling dominance, finishes PointsBet unbeaten

'But right now, it's not the time to celebrate. It's time to keep working hard. Our goal is (the Olympic trials at) the end of November,' said Homan

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20 h. ago Trump doesn’t let shutdown interfere with celebrating Navy’s 250th anniversary at rally

NORFOLK, Va. — President Donald Trump did not let the government shutdown interfere with a stop in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sunday to salute the Navy as it celebrates its 250th anniversary —  using his speech to praise both the Navy and himself. Trump delivered remarks that by his own recognition bordered on making it more […]

Events

25 h. ago ’Proof and pledge of stability’: Supreme Court of Canada marks 150 years

OTTAWA — A century and a half ago, it had only six judges, no permanent home and a less than onerous workload. The Supreme Court of Canada is tracing its storied history, and somewhat humble beginnings, to mark its 150th anniversary this year. As part of the celebrations, the high court plans a ceremonial opening […]

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29 h. ago Trump won’t let government shutdown stop Navy’s 250th anniversary celebration

The government shutdown that began Wednesday has sparked a series of partisan blame games as military personnel are working without pay.

Politics

48 h. ago Canada Post union says latest contract offer is a ‘major step backwards’

The union representing Canada Post workers says the Crown corporation is “making a mockery of the collective bargaining process” with its latest contract offers. In a statement released Friday, the union said it is disappointed with the latest offer, which it calls a “major step backwards.” “We waited 45 days for offers that are worse […]

Politics

49 h. ago Sean ’Diddy’ Combs’ lawyers plan to appeal criminal conviction

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ life of luxury atop the hip-hop world vanished with his criminal conviction. He now faces the grim prospect of more years behind bars as his attorneys make plans to appeal. Combs’ carefully cultivated reputation as an affable celebrity entrepreneur, A-list party host and reality TV star came crashing down Friday. The Grammy-winning […]

Events

51 h. ago Bad Bunny kicks off ’SNL’ 51st season with a group of new cast members

Live from New York! It’s a new “SNL” season, with faces both fresh and familiar. After a fanfare-filled 50th season celebrating the past, “Saturday Night Live” looks to the future with a cast that includes five new featured players. As for the high-wattage early hosts, none other than Bad Bunny kicks things off on Saturday. […]

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62 h. ago Massive fireworks show to light up Toronto skies for major festival next week

Toronto is gearing up for a huge celebration as Diwali - Festival of Lights returns to the city, complete with ethnic bites, a diverse lineup of vendors and artists, and, of course, an enormous fireworks display. This year, attendees can expect over 1,000 artists — both local and international — to grace the stage with live dance shows and musical performances. Although the international appearances are still under wraps, last year the festival featured Mumbai Troupers and Bollywood actor Omi Vaidya. So, if these appearances are anything to go by, then this year's special guests should be something to look forward to.Of course, a Diwali event also means an abundance of South Asian food. Street food vendors, such as Toronto Tikki Co. and Uncle Omelet, as well as fusion food vendors like Fukrey Indian Bistro and Streetside Munchies, will set up shop at this two-day festival.    View this post on Instagram     ...

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68 h. ago Montreal Swifties celebrate release of new Taylor Swift album

It’s just a joyous thing. And things are so crappy right now, everywhere you look. This is a moment to just enjoy and be happy.” 

Culture

68 h. ago Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs gets 4 years in prison for case involving sex workers, violence and ‘freak

NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs was sentenced Friday to four years and two months in prison for transporting people across state lines for sexual encounters, capping a sordid federal case that featured harrowing testimony and ended in a forceful reckoning for one of the most popular figures in hip-hop. Combs, 55, was also […]

Events

69 h. ago Newsom signs bill giving 800,000 Uber and Lyft drivers in California the right to unionize

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — More than 800,000 drivers for ride-hailing companies in California will soon be able to join a union and bargain collectively for better wages and benefits under a measure signed Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Supporters said the new law will open a path for the largest expansion of private sector collective […]

Transport

69 h. ago Toronto bar that closed after 20 years being replaced by retro

A Toronto bar in a historic building is getting a new lease on life as it transforms into a new concept this October.The Gladstone House's Melody Bar had been a pillar of West Queen West, taking on various appearances and lives over the years, for over two decades, when it suddenly and quietly closed its doors at the end of 2022.Since then, the space at the historic property has sat dormant, collecting dust while the neighbourhood's frequenters grew impatient waiting to learn whether Melody Bar would rise from the ashes, or whether it really was gone for good.Alas, we finally have our answer, and it's the latter, but it's not all bad news.A new chapter is on the horizon for the former Melody Bar, as it prepares to transform into Cassette, a refined take on the classic, retro diner, opening at the end of October.If you're expecting a typical greasy spoon, think again. Cassette is going to pack a serious punch in the style department, while stil...

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2 d. ago Tyrese Gibson booked into Georgia jail and released on bond following cruelty to animal charge

Tyrese Gibson was booked into a Georgia jail early Friday, a week after he failed to turn himself in following an arrest warrant for cruelty to animals, police said. Gibson was released the same day on a $20,000 bond, Fulton County Police Captain Nicole Dwyer said. He has still not turned his four Cane Corso […]

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