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

14 h. ago From ‘Hamnet’ to ‘Wicked’: The movies defining the Oscars race so far

So many movies have debuted over the past three weeks. So. So. So. Many. Movies. Back-to-back film festivals in Venice, Telluride, Colorado, and Toronto are where studios bring their biggest, most prestigious fall titles for splashy world premieres amid a gathering of international press. It can feel a little like being in an antigravity chamber […]

Transport

17 h. ago Dunfee wins gold in 35K race walk at World Athletics Championships

Evan Dunfee of Richmond, B.C. — competing in his seventh world championships — struck gold in the men's 35-kilometre race walk.

Sport

32 h. ago Evan Dunfee wins gold in 35K race walk at World Athletics Championships

TOKYO — Canadian team stalwart Evan Dunfee told local media on Thursday he was hoping to create a race walk to remember at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Mission accomplished. The 34-year-old Dunfee, of Richmond, B.C. — competing in his seventh world championships — struck gold Friday in the men’s 35-kilometre race walk, reeling in […]

Sport

33 h. ago Cull of 400 B.C. ostriches to go ahead, court of appeal rules

The Federal Court of Appeal has denied an application for another stay order to delay a cull of about 400 ostriches at a British Columbia farm.

Other

36 h. ago Apple deepens its ties to a Kentucky plant that produces cover glass for iPhone and Apple Watch

HARRODSBURG, Ky. (AP) — Apple is putting its trust in a Kentucky plant singled out to become the exclusive producer of the cover glass meant to safeguard every iPhone and Apple Watch sold worldwide by the tech giant. Specialty glass maker Corning Inc. said Friday it plans to triple production capacity at its plant in […]

Technology

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

43 h. ago Mark Carney’s 5 national projects ‘a big net positive’ for Canada’s economy: Desjardins

Randall Bartlett deputy chief economist at Desjardins Group talks about the pros and cons of the Liberal government's projects list

Society

44 h. ago Illumination and Nintendo Announce the New Animated Film Based on the World of Super Mario Bros. Will Be Titled The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

SANTA MONICA, Calif. & KYOTO, Japan — Illumination (HQ: Santa Monica, CA, USA; Founder and CEO: Chris Meledandri) and Nintendo Co., Ltd. (HQ: Kyoto, Minami-ku, Japan; Representative Director and President: Shuntaro Furukawa, “Nintendo” hereafter) today announced that the title of the new animated film based on the world of Super Mario Bros., will be The […]

Culture

44 h. ago 'Gap' in policy: UBCM says province needs to clarify buyouts of devalued, unsafe homes due to disasters

A 2021 report prepared for the Fraser Valley Regional District stated heavy rains had increased the likelihood of a major slide by 20 times for one Chilliwack River Valley homeowner's property and his neighbour's.

Events

53 h. ago EU Watchdog Seeks to Fix Equivalence Dilemma for UK Covered Debt

The EU’s banking rule-setter is preparing to detail terms for an equivalence regime allowing European banks to use UK covered bonds in their emergency liquidity buffers under the same terms as domestic debt.

Economics

54 h. ago Israel’s strike on Qatar infuriates Arab leaders, which bodes ill for Trump’s priorities

DOHA, Qatar — Just a few months ago, the rulers of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump to their palaces with camel parades and pomp. Now, those same leaders are united in anger after Israel’s strike targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar’s capital, Doha. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin […]

Politics

57 h. ago B.C. NDP again leaves public in the dark on an Aboriginal title case

Vaughn Palmer: Internal 'communications foul-up' blamed for lack of provincial comment

Other

58 h. ago BATRA’S BURNING QUESTIONS: Chilling discourse following Charlie Kirk assassination

WATCH: Charlie Kirk, arguably one of the most influential young voices in America has been assassinated. Sun Editor-in-Chief Adrienne Batra talks with political columnists Lorrie Goldstein and Brian Lilley on the need for a free exchange of opposing ideas without fear of violence. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section […]

Events

59 h. ago Ontario plans to ban parking outside child care centres after tragic death of toddler

Paul Calandra said in a statement released Thursday afternoon he wanted to stop people from parking immediately in front of or beside child care centres and playgrounds.

Events

59 h. ago Richmond man hits $1 million Lotto Max prize, son asks for Minecraft

A Richmond man took home a cool million after hitting the winning numbers for the Sept. 5 draw, and has plans for his windfall — just like his son

Economics

60 h. ago Demkiw’s contract as chief renewed for another four years, police board says

Myron Demkiw’s “steady leadership” has earned him a vote of confidence from the Toronto Police Service Board. Toronto’s chief of police had his contract renewed for another four years, the board announced in a statement Thursday, to ensure “stability and continuity in leadership at the Toronto Police Service. “Stability in leadership is critical at this […]

Events

60 h. ago Demkiw’s contract as chief renewed with police board citing ‘steady leadership’

Toronto’s chief of police has contract renewed for four more years as board seeks 'continuity'

Politics

61 h. ago René Lammers Appointed Chief Research & Innovation Officer of The Estée Lauder Companies

NEW YORK — The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) today announced the appointment of René Lammers, Ph.D. as Executive Vice President, Chief Research & Innovation Officer, effective October 1, 2025. Mr. Lammers will report directly to Stéphane de La Faverie, President and Chief Executive Officer, and will join the company’s Executive Team. “René is […]

Economics