6 h. ago Toronto's artificial peninsula set to keep growing for decades

Toronto's man-made peninsula, the Leslie Street Spit, is still growing, and will be for the next few decades to come as dredged material from the city's harbour continues to be deposited along its shoreline.Created in 1959 by the Toronto Harbour Commissioners (THC), now PortsToronto, for "port-related facilities," the Leslie Street Spit's expected use as an outer harbour port never panned out, yet the landform has expanded significantly through millions of cubic metres of concrete, earth fill, and dredged sand, and today supports Tommy Thompson Park.The artificial peninsula extends five kilometres into Lake Ontario and is over 500 hectares in size. The park is home to some of the largest existing natural habitats on the Toronto waterfront, and includes wildflower meadows, cottonwood forests, cobble beaches, and coastal marshes.Aerial view of the Leslie Street Spit in 1975. Photo: Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).It's also become on...

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7 h. ago Canucks: Paolo Aquilini steps away as owner, family says team ‘not for sale’

Canucks say co-owner Paolo Aquilini has resigned from his positions with the team

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7 h. ago US gives initial approval for $3.5 billion missile sale to Saudi Arabia before Trump’s planned visit

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States has given initial approval to sell $3.5 billion worth of air-to-air missiles for Saudi Arabia’s fighter jets, the latest proposed arms deal for the region ahead of President Donald Trump ‘s planned trip to the region later this month. The sale, announced early Saturday, likely will […]

Economics

11 h. ago Saskatoon murder victim’s family frustrated with delayed court proceedings

The family of 23-year-old Alfred Okyere are hoping to get answers into his death soon, but are frustrated with continued delays into his accused killer's court proceedings.

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11 h. ago Albertans urged to be fire smart heading into hot, dry May weekend

'We have really dry conditions. All of the snow has melted and all the vegetation and grass is really dry, which makes it easier for a wildfire to start.'

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13 h. ago Ray Romano and Sebastian Maniscalco help kickstart 2026 Winter Olympics

LOS ANGELES (AP) — NBC is continuing its strategy of infusing the Olympics with pop culture and celebrity appeal to generate momentum ahead of the Milan-Cortina Winter Games in Italy next year. This time, Italian American comedians Ray Romano and Sebastian Maniscalco will make their debut during a comical promotion, the network said on Wednesday. […]

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14 h. ago Newmont Promotes Natascha Viljoen to President and Chief Operating Officer

DENVER — Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT, ASX: NEM, PNGX: NEM) (“Newmont”) today announced that Natascha Viljoen, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of the company. Ms. Viljoen will continue to report directly to Chief Executive Officer Tom Palmer. “This promotion is a recognition […]

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14 h. ago Play ball! This is opening weekend for Ottawa's public baseball diamonds

Outdoorsy Ottawans looking to hit a home run are now able to play ball. Public baseball diamonds across the city will start opening this weekend, says the City of Ottawa. The opening can be attributed to the cooperative weather this spring. Maintenance crews “are working hard to ensure that the fields are ready for use,” […]

Sport

14 h. ago The costs to own a car in Canada are rapidly rising, in addition to tariffs

The costs involved in car ownership continue to rise at a rapid rate, and U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs could create a snowball effect.

Economics

15 h. ago Calgary's Ujamaa Grandma yarn sale begins today, continues through weekend

Annual sale raises $140,000 for families in Africa that are struggling

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15 h. ago Calgary's Ujamaa Grandmas yarn sale begins today, continues through weekend

Annual sale raises $140,000 for families in Africa that are struggling

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16 h. ago $5M lotto winner steps forward on eve of ticket's expiry: Officials

Provincial lottery officials say they have a tentative answer to the $5-million question that’s gripped Southwestern Ontario: Who bought the uncashed seven-figure ticket that’s set to expire this weekend? It was April 17 when the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. urged the person who bought in Woodstock the winning May 4, 2024 Lotto 6/49 ticket […]

Economics

16 h. ago CUPE 5478 Ratify First Collective Agreement With The Gathering Place

ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador — Employees at The Gathering Place, a community health centre in St. John’s, have ratified their first-ever tentative agreement, averting possible job action. “We’re proud of the provisions in this first collective agreement,” said CUPE 5478 President Jon Bennett. “Now we have a solid foundation on which we will continue […]

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17 h. ago Opinion: Alberta's next top doctor must be seen, heard and trusted

As Alberta confronts yet another measles outbreak, the stakes for our province’s health leadership couldn’t be higher. Immunization rates are dangerously low, public trust in science is fraying, and misinformation continues to spread faster than the viruses we’re trying to contain. In this moment of uncertainty, one position stands above the rest in its ability […]

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18 h. ago $143 million up for grabs this weekend from Lotto Max and Lotto 6

Albertans have been particularly lucky in the lottery department in recent times

Economics

18 h. ago Trump’s Auto Tariff Relief Shields USMCA Auto Parts From 25% Tax

President Donald Trump’s revised auto tariff plan continues — at least for now — an exemption for parts that comply with the free trade agreement spanning North America, a concession desperately sought by industry.

Economics

18 h. ago Here's when Toronto's first outdoor pools open up for the season

Pool season is quickly approaching, and the city has just released its staggered schedule for the season.Cue the warm weather because Toronto swimmers will be able to enjoy outdoor pools next month.The first 15 public pools will open on Saturday, June 14, on a weekend schedule from 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., though the City has not yet announced which pools will be part of this initial rollout.The City's remaining 49 open pools follow suit a week later on Saturday, June 21.Friday, June 27, is the official day when all 64 outdoor pools and wading pools open and operate on full-time hours. If you're looking to have some fun at the City's 140 splash and spray pads, mark Saturday, May 17, on your calendars for the opening of the season, while beach bums can look to Saturday, May 31, for lifeguard supervision across 10 beaches.Throughout May and June, the city will be working to open up other city and park amenities, including maintenance on drinking fountains and washrooms....

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20 h. ago UPDATE: CUPE 2073 to Hold Press Conference on Strike, State of Services for Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing Ontarians at Mayfest

TORONTO — Ontario’s largest celebration of Deaf culture will serve as the backdrop for an update about the ongoing strike by CUPE 2073 members who work at Canadian Hearing Services (CHS). Hundreds are gathering for the annual Mayfest expo as workers who support Deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing Ontarians continue to fight to improve […]

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23 h. ago Letters May 2, 2025: ‘Why waste our time trying to get along with Ottawa?’

Join with the U.S. Why does Alberta continually waste their precious time by casting pearls before swine? The fourth term Liberal government has their own agenda, and it doesn’t include this province’s rich oil and gas industry. It’s time for Alberta to start making plans to ‘vacate the joint’ and start soaring with eagles in […]

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25 h. ago Parents of missing Ontario boy continue combing Mont Tremblant area, suspect foul play

Three months later, an Ontario family is still searching for their son who went missing during a ski trip to Mont Tremblant in Quebec's Laurentian Mountains.

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