52 h. ago Indigenous Services Canada to share federal audit samplings with FSIN

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) says it has received requests from The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) about a controversial audit report.

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3 d. ago Indigenous Communities Get New Tools for Housing Crisis as Zachary Knight Enterprises and ClimateDoor Sign Partnership Agreement

Vancouver, BC, Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Canada intensifies efforts to address the national housing crisis, Zachary Knight Enterprises and ClimateDoor are announcing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that places Indigenous leadership at the forefront of housing solutions across Canada. This strategic partnership will support Zachary Knight Enterprises as it scales sustainable, culturally grounded […]

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4 d. ago WARMINGTON: You can bring mini axe to rally — as long as you are sacred firekeeper

Toronto Police removed the handcuffs and returned the hatchet to the man in an orange shirt with no charges.

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5 d. ago Canada's Indigenous food scene is bringing local flavours to the table in exciting new ways

Indigenous-owned restaurants, wineries, breweries and cafés offer unique experiences across the country

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5 d. ago Here's why a block of Toronto buildings is covered in orange shirts

A group of Toronto buildings near Bathurst and St. Clair are covered in orange shirts right now in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — also known as Orange Shirt Day.The buildings along Vaughan Road, home to a cluster of housing and health services for Indigenous men, have been catching the eyes of passersby throughout the month ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30.First observed in 2013, the day was established to increase awareness of the horrors of Canada’s residential school system that tore Indigenous communities apart for generations, and the lingering effects on native populations decades after the system's abolition.The dozens of orange shirts lining a group of buildings along Vaughan Rd south of St. Clair are just one of the ways local groups are raising awareness this year.Among the buildings currently sporting orange, the Na-Me-Res Men's Residence at 14 Vaughan Rd. has been given some colourful ac...

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8 d. ago Bryan Adams brings the hits during marathon show at the Saddledome Friday night

Bryan Adams was not quite at the half-way mark of his concert Friday night at the Saddledome when he added a novel twist to his 42-year-old hit This Time. He performed it as the black-and-white video he made in 1983 played on the Jumbotron behind him. “I don’t want you to laugh at my hair,” […]

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1 week ago These 8 new restaurants in Toronto are actually worth the hype

A new restaurant seems to pop up in Toronto every day, but we've got the scoop on which ones you actually need to try.Summer 2025 has been a fruitful one for the Toronto food scene. Now that we think of it, every season is, but late summer has brought us some real gems we hope are able to stand the test of time.Whether you're in the mood for a one-of-a-kind luxury dining experience or a classic hot pot session with your friends, the Toronto food scene's got you covered and well-fed.Here's our round-up of some of the best new restaurants in Toronto you need to check out.Golden Horseshoe BBQ    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Golden Horseshoe Barbecue (@goldenhorseshoebbq)If you haven't been hearing the buzz about this new barbecue spot at the corner of Dupont and Christie, you need to wake up and smell the brisket.All jokes aside, since opening its...

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2 w. ago Real Canadians: Prairie group Creeland Dancers has been reclaiming Métis culture for 40 years

Dance is a powerful expression of culture and there was a time in Canada when it was illegal for Indigenous People to perform traditional dances. An 1895 amendment to the Indian Act prohibited “any Indian festival, dance or other ceremony” — a ban that wasn’t lifted until 1951. This applied to all Indigenous dances, but […]

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2 w. ago Teck Deal With Anglo Faces Indigenous Challenge on Smelter Plan

An Indigenous group in Canada vows to bring political and legal challenges against Teck Resources Ltd.’s merger with Anglo American Plc, unless the companies consult with them over expansion plans for a smelter in southern British Columbia.

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2 w. ago 'Power of the collective': Students bring Disney’s Newsies to life

More than 60 students from 17 London-area schools gain professional theatre experience in this year’s production.

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2 w. ago 6 Ontario finalists named for Air Canada's best new restaurants of 2025

The finalists for Air Canada's Best New Restaurants of 2025 have been revealed, celebrating a slew of new spots from coast to coast.Canada's food scene continues to be on the up-and-up, from getting international attention (like, say, when a certain former prime minister grabs dinner at a Montreal restaurant with a certain space exploring popstar) to inspiring culinary tourism among citizens who are, increasingly, opting to explore on home soil.Since the best new restaurants to open in 2025 range all the way from Newfoundland to B.C., who better to keep their finger on the culinary pulse coast to coast than Air Canada?For the past 23 years, the airline has been doing exactly that, identifying and celebrating the crème de la crème across Canada, using a strict critical framework each year, and the 31 finalists for 2025 have just been released.The top 10 winners will be announced by celebrity chef Chuck Hughes at a special cerem...

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3 w. ago Opinion: Vancouver’s kitchens are building our city’s image, but the workers can’t afford to stay

David Gulliver: The city's food scene is not guaranteed. Kitchen labour shortages are now chronic. Many experienced cooks are aging out with no one able to replace them. Young workers cannot afford the lifestyle

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3 w. ago Famous Toronto chef opens latest restaurant in iconic building

A prolific Toronto chef and restaurateur is breathing new life into a historic building with his latest venture, which just opened its doors.The Financial District just got a whole lot tastier. And no, for once, that doesn't mean that another steakhouse just joined the neighbourhood.Rather, it's The Frederick, the latest venture by visionary Toronto chef Cory Vitiello, that's causing all the buzz, and despite its sister, The Chase, resting a few floors above The Frederick, there's nothing stuffy about it.Vitiello has a storied history on Toronto's food scene, from serving as the chef at the once-cherished Harbord Room to later acquiring The Chase and establishing The Chase Restaurant Group.Now, he's got something entirely new up his sleeve.Revitalizing the historic Dineen building, The Frederick is a reimagination of the classic bar and grill concept with rich colours, polished finishes and a timeless energy that translates directly from its interio...

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last month Canada's colourful new coin comes in two versions to look out for in your change

Be on the lookout for any colourful toonies in your change — you could add Canada's newest circulation coin to your collection.The Royal Canadian Mint unveiled its latest $2 commemorative circulation coin honouring the work of Indigenous artist Daphne Odjig on Thursday."Today, we are honoured to issue a circulation coin that shares the story of Daphne Odjig, whose art and advocacy transformed appreciation for Indigenous art in Canada and the world," said Marie Lemay, president and CEO of the mint, in a statement.Odjig is known for her groundbreaking original work and is widely considered a leader in transforming the perception of Indigenous art, giving it a rightful place in major galleries in Canada and around the world.The artist was born in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (Manitoulin Island, Ontario) in 1919. She grew up in a community with a strong sense of First Nations art and culture, despite traditional cultural practices being illegal in Canada at th...

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