Canada and the U.S. are inching ever closer to the opening of the highly-anticipated Gordie Howe International Bridge, which will soon serve as the largest border crossing between the two countries, as well as the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America.As we approach the seventh anniversary of work starting on the gargantuan infrastructure project, residents stand just months away from actually being able to use it. And, the team working to wrap things up on the ground continues to drum up excitement with extraordinary drone footage, behind-the-scenes looks, and other updates.The latest is a mini-tour of some of the border checkpoint's facilities, including a drive-through of an inspection lane and the secondary inspection area once vehicles cross the six-lane, 2.5-kilometre-long viaduct over the Detroit River into Windsor, Ontario.A clip posted to the project's official YouTube page on Thursday takes viewers through one of the crossing's five-meter ta...

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Toronto Pearson International Airport devolved into mayhem this week, somehow less so because of the Delta plane crash that saw an aircraft unbelievably flip over and burst into flames on the runway, and more so because of resulting flight cancellations and irate passengers.The hub was left operating in a limited capacity in the aftermath of the accident, with two closed runways and a growing backlog of delayed and cancelled flights just days after severe winter storms, to boot.While there is nary a person who would take the news of a flight disruption well, one might imagine that under the circumstances, hiccups were to be expected, and thus a little more forgivable.Issues with those who had booked with one airline in particular, though, ended up causing such a stir that 911 was called on Wednesday morning.On Monday, the Canadian carrier — known for its vacation packages to tropical getaways — advised travellers that all...

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Home to a factory being built by Volkswagen that could become the largest in Canada, and auto parts plants that employ thousands, fears over Donald Trump tariff threats abound on the Ontario election campaign trail in the riding of Elgin-Middlesex-London. LFP reporter Brian Williams digs into the political realities and what the three major parties […]

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On Feb. 27, 2025, Ontario will head to the polls to determine who will lead this province for the next four years. As Canada’s most populous province and the largest economy in Canada, generating about 38% of national GDP, the choice of who will lead Ontario will have national and international implications. Premier Doug Ford […]

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The biggest children’s fashion showcase in North America returns to Calgary for its 4th year CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Toronto Kids Fashion Week, renowned as the largest children’s fashion showcase in North America, is thrilled to announce its return to Calgary this April at the BMO Centre. The event features […]

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New Industry Coalition Unites Agricultural and Renewable Fuel Sectors to Strengthen Canadian Biofuel Production and Rural Prosperity OTTAWA, Ontario — Greenfield Global Inc. and Alco Energy Canada (formerly IGPC Ethanol Inc), two of Canada’s largest fuel ethanol producers, and Grain Farmers of Ontario, the province’s largest commodity organization, today announce the establishment of Canada’s Farms […]

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Canada’s Largest 5G Network Awarded Multiple Back-to-Back Wins by Network Benchmarker TORONTO, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rogers Communications announced today that it has been awarded Canada’s most reliable wireless network by Opensignal, a global leader in independent network benchmarking. “We continually invest in Canada’s largest wholly owned 5G network so Canadians can connect […]

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Toronto's ultimate winter craft beer festival returns to the Roundhouse this week for a day of local brews, retro regalia and food trucks galore.I'll be the first to admit it: a good, old-fashioned apres-ski day party holds a special place in my heart. There's just something special about the sensation of hitting an open-air dance floor in your snow pants with a beer in hand that makes winter feel — almost — enjoyable. And if you know how I feel about winter, you'll know that's high praise indeed.Lucky for me, and others who share my passions, the annual Roundhouse Winter Craft Beer Festival is right around the corner, bringing all the magic of a day on the slopes to the heart of downtown Toronto.This party is a lot more about the brewskies than actual skis though.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Steam Whistle (@steamwhistlebrewing)Taking place at the Steamwhist...

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A Canadian clothing brand known for its high-quality athletic wear, hats and basics has abruptly shut the doors to one of its prime locations, which opened in Toronto's fashion district just over seven years ago.Anyone walking by the Queen West storefront of Reigning Champ, located near Peter St., will notice the space newly papered-up and abandoned, with a brief farewell message left in its large front windows."Thank you, Queen West — it's been a great run," reads the statement, printed on sleek branded posters that completely obscure the defunct store's interior. "Please shop with us online or visit in-store at our 41 Ossington and Yorkdale Centre locations."The 383 Queen Street location of Reigning Champ has closed its doors forever after just over seven years. Photo by Becky Robertson.Management at the Ossington store — now the sole outpost of the company left in downtown Toronto — confirmed the news to blogTO this week, saying that the closure was si...

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Concerts at Budweiser Stage return this spring for the 2025 season, and a host of exciting shows have already been announced.While the considerable dumping of snow that has laid siege over Toronto and much of Ontario over the past week makes the promise of summertime feel like an impossible dream, warmer days will be upon us sooner rather than later, and will bring with them one of my personal favourite spring and summer passtimes: outdoor concerts.As is tradition, the outdoor ampitheatre officially opens for the season following Victoria Day on May 19, though, so far, the first concert of the season is scheduled to occur on May 22.Here are all the concerts at Budweiser Stage in 2025 that have been announced by Live Nation so far.MayMay 22: Sessanta, Primus, Puscifer and Perfect CircleMay 23: Billy IdolMay 24: Jason AldeanMay 28: Pierce the VeilJuneJune 4: One OK RockJune 6: Metric and Bloc PartyJune 10: HalseyJune 12: Dierks BentleyJune 17: HauserJune 18: Simple MindsJune 20: ...

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Grab your rock-climbing gear and rally your fellow adrenaline junkies, because Canada's biggest outdoor adventure show is happening in Toronto this week!While, with all the snow the city's gotten over the past week, heading out and spending time in the great outdoors is certainly not for the faint of heart, sunnier days are just around the corner — and that means it's time to start discovering all the ways you can have fun in the fresh air this spring and summer.Where better to do exactly that than at the Outdoor Adventure Show, Canada's biggest expo featuring outdoor activity exhibitors, travel presentations and shopping.Whether scuba, rafting, climbing, camping or anything in between has your heart, you'll find it at the Outdoor Adventure Show, taking place over the course of an entire weekend with over 100 presentations and more than 300 exhibitors.The show is home to 12 different zones, each of which features exhibitors specializing in a particular dest...

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