5 h. ago There are 4 places in the GTA that cost more to live in than Toronto

When it comes to the cost of living in Canada, Toronto often takes the spotlight as one of the priciest places to call home. With its bustling downtown core, soaring condo prices, and ever-rising rent, it's no surprise many assume it tops the charts for affordability challenges, but this isn't quite the case. One would be forgiven for thinking that Toronto is the most expensive city in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), but other cities in the region regularly top the 416 in average cost of living. A recent MoneySense report reveals four cities that surpass Toronto among the most expensive places to live in the GTA, and a couple of them don't come as a huge surprise to anyone paying attention to regional home prices and the increase in living costs. Richmond HillAn aerial view of a residential street in Richmond Hill. Photo by liran finzi sokolovski/Shutterstock. According to the report, Richmond Hill leads the pack amo...

Economics

12 h. ago Netanayhu says killing Hamas leaders is route to ending Gaza war

JERUSALEM — Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said eliminating Hamas leaders would end the war in Gaza, as top U.S. diplomat Marco Rubio said hours ahead of his visit to Israel that its strike against Hamas in Qatar would not derail their alliance. “The Hamas terrorists chiefs living in Qatar don’t care about the people […]

Politics

13 h. ago Community rallies in Toronto to call for end to gun violence

There was a loud call for an end to gun violence in downtown Toronto on Saturday as a coalition of organizations came together to march.

Events

14 h. ago Canada wins Davis Cup tie with Israel in empty Halifax stadium

About 400 demonstrators opposing Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank held peaceful protests during Friday's matches.

Sport

15 h. ago Vancouver Canucks hosting free live stream of prospects game tonight in Everett

There's no play-by-play call to go with the game between the Canucks' up and comers and the Seattle Kraken youngsters that starts at 6 p.m.

Other

15 h. ago 'Wow, who's that guy?': Oilers hockey boss with great review of late

This in from Edmonton Oilers GM Stan Bowman, a solid review of David Tomasek, who has been skating with Edmonton veterans at Connor McDavid’s captain skates. Tomasek, 6-feet, 2-inches, 210 pounds, was signed out of the top Swedish league as a 29-year-old having led that league in scoring last season. Said Bowman to Bob Stauffer […]

Sport

18 h. ago Trump calls on all NATO countries to stop buying Russian oil, threatens tariffs on China

Trump posted on his social media site that NATO’S commitment to winning the war "has been far less than 100%"

Economics

21 h. ago FBI director faces congressional hearings after missteps in Kirk assassination probe

There is high-stakes uncertainty surrounding Patel’s leadership of the bureau when its credibility — and his own — are under extraordinary pressure.

Other

30 h. ago Canada Securities Watchdog Seeks First Greenwashing Sanction

Canada’s biggest securities regulator is taking its first enforcement action related to so-called greenwashing by a fund manager.

Events

32 h. ago Cases to be dropped against 2 police officers in fatal shooting of Calgary man

Anthony Heffernan was 27 years old when he was fatally shot in a northeast Calgary motel room on March 16, 2015 and his family called the dropped charges upsetting.

Events

32 h. ago AI tech identifies Central Okanagan properties and hazardous material in their bins

Called 'Prairie Robotics', the system involves mounted cameras that capture images of material going into the recycling g trucks.

Other

36 h. ago 'Something needs to be done': Father of Lake Mahogany drowning victim aims to prevent future incidents in Calgary

Almost 3,000 people have signed a petition that calls for lifeguards at Calgary's community lakes

Events

36 h. ago 'Something needs to be done': Father of Mahogany Lake drowning victim aims to prevent future incidents in Calgary

Almost 3,000 people have signed a petition that calls for lifeguards at Calgary's community lakes

Events

36 h. ago Need advice? Call these older folks for tips on love, dating and moose hunting

The residents of Misericordia Place, a care home in Winnipeg, have decades worth of wisdom to offer. They’ve had successful careers and 57-year-long marriages. They have raised children and perfected their moose-hunting techniques. And this knowledge has inspired a new project from the residents: the Misericordia Place Life Advice Line. You can call 204-788-8060 and […]

Other

36 h. ago S&P/TSX composite declines ahead of rate decisions next week, U.S. markets mixed

TORONTO — Broad-based losses drove Canada’s main stock index to close lower on Friday, while U.S. markets were mixed ahead of key rate decisions next week from the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada. Dustin Reid, chief strategist for fixed income at Mackenzie Investments, said Friday’s trading session was a “bit of a […]

Other

37 h. ago New pub replaces Toronto bar that closed after 16 years in business

A Toronto bar with a cult following closed down last winter after 16 years, and it's finally been replaced.It's been eight months since cult-favourite Dundas West sports bar (and former home of Slammie Sammies), Opera Bob's, closed its doors after 16 years, much to the disappointment and dismay of its devoted regulars.The pub was a local staple for a casual drink, lively night out, and especially for Manchester City football match screenings, as the Manchester City Football Club Toronto has called the bar home for nearly as long as it's been around.Last year, during the Premier League championships, it even got a considerable shout-out from the New York Times.Alas, as Nelly Furtado once said, all good things come to an end, and, in the winter of 2024, the pub closed its doors for good, setting its devoted fanbase adrift, searching for somewhere new to take root.Now, at long last, the space has officially gotten a new lease on life, and Opera ...

Economics

37 h. ago LILLEY: Stop calling people Nazi or fascist because you don’t like their politics

Disagreeing with someone over politics doesn't make them evil.

Politics

37 h. ago Robocalls and flyers urge Ontario Liberals to stick with Bonnie Crombie

Liberals will vote on whether to trigger a new leadership race and sack Crombie as leader or allow her to stay on to contest another election against Doug Ford.

Transport

38 h. ago Dwayne Johnson set aside self doubt for The Smashing Machine

After bulking up to portray legendary MMA fighter Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine, Dwayne Johnson is slimming down to play a man who befriends a chicken in his next movie. Following his latest film’s buzzworthy premiere at the Venice Film Festival, Johnson, who has been earning raves as the lead in the upcoming sports […]

Politics

38 h. ago Canada Post workers to stop delivering flyers in latest strike escalation

Canada Post said the action will affect thousands of Canadian businesses

Society