11 h. ago Canada’s largest sports car racing event is touching down near Toronto this summer

Put the pedal to the metal and get ready for a summer weekend of racing, Toronto! The Chevrolet Grand Prix is pulling into town, and you're going to want to make a pit stop.Catch some of the world's top drivers in the fast lane at the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville from July 11 – 13. You'll see these drivers get behind the wheel of exotic closed-wheel prototypes and GT sports cars!We're talking iconic car brands like Corvette, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, and more. It's going to be a jam-packed weekend filled with family fun, including food trucks, interactive displays, and a special beer garden.As the only Canadian stop on the tour, the IMSA WeatherTech Sports Championship is a prestigious international series that includes races in Daytona, Sebring, Indianapolis, and Long Beach.But there isn't only one race to get revved up for! Be prepared for the rush of the Michelin Pilot Challenge, VP Raci...

Sport

18 h. ago Union says 250 CN Tower workers locked out ahead of Canada Day

TORONTO — Canada’s largest private-sector union says more than 250 CN Tower workers have been locked out by the Crown corporation operating the Toronto tourist attraction. Unifor says the decision by Canada Lands Co. to lock out workers, including hosts, wait staff, bartenders and cooks at the start of peak tourist season “speaks volumes,” and […]

Society

69 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Protectionist Canadian regulations drive up consumer costs, lower productivity

This week, Canada’s largest grocery retailer, Loblaws, announced it would eliminate property restrictions in its leases with landlords. “Wow, Lorne,” you say. “Thanks for that fascinating glimpse into the scintillating world of commercial real estate.” Actually, the move could mean more competition in the grocery business and lower prices for shoppers. Loblaws includes property restrictions […]

Economics

3 d. ago Toronto cafe tied to bookstore abruptly shuts down without any warning

A cafe in Toronto that was a local staple in its neighbourhood has abruptly closed its doors.What pairs better with a good book than a fresh latte or a cup of tea? Nothing, that's what, and that's exactly the philosophy that led BMV Books, Canada's largest used and discounted bookstore, to open its very own cafe right next door to its Bloor West "superstore."The BMV Cafe served up a selection of classic coffee- and tea-based beverages and light snacks, while also adding to the chain's retail footprint by selling even more used literature and knick-knacks.While the cafe itself only opened its doors in 2023, it quickly became a neighbourhood staple in the Annex, particularly among BMV's throngs of devoted customers, who lept at the opportunity to pair their latest purchase with a caffeinated beverage and a snack or to browse the cafe's selection of three-for-$10 comic books and magazines.Despite the bounty of love the cafe amassed over its short, two-...

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3 d. ago Avocados From Mexico wraps up its largest influencer campaign yet with 51 creators across Canada

From Vancouver to Montréal, Avocados From Mexico made its way into the kitchens of 51 Canadian content creators to celebrate flavour, versatility and cultural richness. A nationwide campaign that made avocados shine in all their forms. MONTREAL, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From Vancouver to Montréal, Avocados From Mexico has officially wrapped up its […]

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4 d. ago Ready to drink: Why Molson Coors hopes growth is brewing in its flavour kitchen

TORONTO — A waft of fruity scents surround you as you enter what’s known as the flavour kitchen at the Molson Coors brewery in west Toronto. The 23-acre facility — the company’s largest brewery in Canada — opened in 1955, and has for decades served as the base of its operations. It’s there where popular […]

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4 d. ago Climate group voices concern about fossil fuel industry representation on pension fund boards

In a report out Thursday, Shift said that as of June 1, the boards of five of Canada's largest public sector funds had members who are also involved with fossil fuel companies.

Society

4 d. ago Climate group raises concerns about oil and gas representation on pension fund boards

TORONTO — A climate advocacy group says oil and gas representation on the boards of Canada’s big public pensions raise concerns about conflicts of interest. Shift Action says in a new report that as of June 1, the boards of five of Canada’s largest public sector funds had members who are also involved with fossil […]

Society

4 d. ago Ontario city shelves Toronto’s pitch to take on its garbage amid landfill woes

An Ontario city is shelving the idea of taking on Toronto's trash as Canada's largest city continues to look for long-term solutions regarding its landfill capacity.

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4 d. ago CBI Home Health Renews Partnership with AlayaCare to Drive National Growth and Innovation

TORONTO, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CBI Home Health, one of Canada’s largest homecare and specialized community services providers, has renewed its agreement with AlayaCare, a market-leading cloud-based home and community care platform, for another three years. This renewal marks a new chapter in a long-standing strategic partnership focused on delivering better outcomes, supporting […]

Society

5 d. ago Ontario putting $14B into Mississauga hospital with more than 350 new beds

Doug Ford has announced the government is pouring $14 billion into a new hospital in Mississauga that the province says is set to become the largest teaching hospital in Canada.

Economics

6 d. ago Massive Latin party is taking over a major Toronto street next month

Toronto is heating up for the summer — and what better way to embrace the sizzle than at the annual Salsa on St. Clair festival? The event shuts down a stretch of St. Clair Avenue West in midtown Toronto's Hillcrest Village area, from Winona to Christie, electrifying the street with a two-day party-filled weekend running from July 5 to 6. Get ready for what is well-known as Canada's largest Latin street party, which means thousands will show up to dance it up all weekend long for this giant fiesta where you won't stop moving your feet. With over 35 vendors, you'll be sure to find tons of Latin food like tacos al pastor, paella, empanadas, churros and more. It's a culinary experience like you've never had before, with food representing more than 15 Hispanic countries from around the world. Plus, enjoy lots of entertainment in the form of live performances from over 350 artists, including performers like L...

Politics

6 d. ago EQB Inc. says chief executive Andrew Moor died unexpectedly, interim leader named

TORONTO — Andrew Moor, the chief executive of Canada’s seventh-largest bank, died unexpectedly over the weekend, said EQB Inc. Tuesday as it named an interim leader. “Andrew’s death is a tragic loss to all of us at EQB and to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him,” said Vincenza Sera, chair of the board, […]

Politics

6 d. ago EQB Inc. says CEO Andrew Moor died unexpectedly over the weekend

Andrew Moor, the chief executive of Canada’s seventh-largest bank, died unexpectedly over the weekend, said EQB Inc. Tuesday as it named an interim leader.  “Andrew’s death is a tragic loss to all of us at EQB and to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him,” said Vincenza Sera, chair of the board, in a […]

Events

7 d. ago Alamos Gold Announces Island Gold District Base Case Life of Mine Plan Outlining One of the Largest and Lowest

All amounts are in United States dollars, unless otherwise stated. TORONTO, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Alamos Gold Inc. (TSX:AGI; NYSE:AGI) (“Alamos” or the “Company”) today reported results of the Base Case Life of Mine Plan (“Base Case LOM Plan”) completed on the Island Gold District operation, located in Ontario, Canada. The Base Case […]

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9 d. ago Cellfie Project: Young IWK patients with leukemia get to see disease at cellular level

The largest children’s hospital in Atlantic Canada wants to make it easier for kids to understand their cancer diagnosis.

Science

9 d. ago Canada’s tax court rejects appeal from accused in B.C.'s largest alleged money

Paul King Jin, and his wife Xiaoqi (Apple) Wei, appealed Canada Revenue Agency reassessments of their “undeclared” income of $6.38 million between 2009 and 2015.

Economics

1 week ago Canada Retail Sales Fell 1.1% in May, Largest Drop in a Year

The strain on Canadian consumers became more evident last month after a rush to buy cars ahead of price increases from tariffs appeared to come to an end.

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1 week ago Dentalcorp Declares Dividend and Announces Release Date for Second Quarter 2025 Results

TORONTO — dentalcorp Holdings Ltd. (“Dentalcorp” or the “Company”) (TSX: DNTL), Canada’s largest and one of North America’s fastest growing networks of dental practices, declared a dividend and announced that it will release its second quarter 2025 financial results before the market open on August 8, 2025. Dividend The Company’s Board of Directors has authorized […]

Culture

1 week ago Friday's letters: If Alberta separates, Edmonton should leave Alberta

For the safety and prosperity of all fellow residents, if Alberta tries to separate from Canada, Edmonton must separate from Alberta. As a Canadian enclave freed from the shackles of the polluting oil and gas industry holding us back from diversification, we would be Canada’s sixth-largest provincial economy by GDP and fifth-largest province by population. […]

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