50 h. ago As Barrie, Ont., moves to clear encampments, some people say they have nowhere to go

The city has since ramped up efforts to clear encampments, with council approving stricter bylaw provisions this week to make it easier for authorities to remove tents.

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3 d. ago Canada issues urgent update to advisory for travellers headed to U.S.

People in Canada who have trips to the U.S. scheduled may want to check the travel advisory from the federal government.Canada's latest advisory update may impact visa holders and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals planning to travel to the U.S. in the near future.Under the visa section of the notice, the Government of Canada explains that while Canadian visitors can usually stay in the U.S. for six months without a visa, there are some exceptions.It warns those who need a visa about the heightened scrutiny they may face when they arrive at the U.S. border."If you do need a visa, be aware that U.S. authorities may periodically review already-issued visas," reads the travel advisory.According to the notice, visas can be terminated for a variety of reasons, including a violation of admission terms and reassessment of eligibility, such as due to previous criminal convictions.It also warns Canadians who are U.S. permanent residents about the possibility of their status being terminated ...

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4 d. ago City clears encampment from Toronto park for second time in a few days

City staff have cleared a homeless encampment in Toronto's west end for a second time in a few days, after a small group of people rebuilt a camp that was removed on Friday. 

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4 d. ago City clears Toronto park encampment for second time in a few days

The City of Toronto has cleared a homeless encampment at Dufferin Grove Park for a second time in a few days after a small group of people rebuilt their camp that was removed on Friday. Michael DeForge, who was at the park today to support encampment residents, says a group of Toronto police officers and […]

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6 d. ago WestJet says some passengers’ personal info stolen in June security breach

CALGARY — WestJet says some passengers’ personal information was obtained in a cyberattack in June, however it believes the breach did not involve “sensitive” data in most cases. The airline issued a notice to U.S. residents on Monday related to its ongoing probe into the June 13 incident, which it says was carried out by […]

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9 d. ago City clears encampment from Toronto park after residents demanded permanent housing

A homeless encampment in Toronto's west end was cleared Friday morning after a small group of remaining residents said they wouldn't leave until they got permanent housing.

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9 d. ago City clears encampment from Toronto park after trespass notices issued

The City of Toronto has cleared a homeless encampment at Dufferin Grove Park after a small group of remaining residents said they wouldn’t leave until they got permanent housing. City vehicles were seen removing tents and people’s belongings from the park this morning, with city security and police officers on scene. The encampment area was […]

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1 week ago Firan Technology Group Corporation Announces Acceptance by TSX of Normal Course Issuer Bid Renewal

TORONTO, Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Firan Technology Group Corporation (TSX: FTG) (OTCQX: FTGFF) (“FTG” or the “Corporation”) today announced the acceptance by the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) of FTG’s Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid (“NCIB”), renewing the NCIB that expired in August 2025. Pursuant to the NCIB, […]

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1 week ago Vancouver Symphony Orchestra musicians issue strike notice for first time in a century

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Musicians’ Association and the Vancouver Symphony Society have been bargaining for a new contract since April.

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2 w. ago As city looks to clear encampment in Toronto park, residents demand permanent housing

Tension was high between the group and municipal staff this week after the city served encampment residents with trespass notices asking them to leave the park by Tuesday.

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2 w. ago Tainted salami outbreak that caused many illnesses in Ontario is finally over

Salami lovers can breathe a sigh of relief after a months-long salmonella outbreak in Canada appears to be over.The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) announced on Tuesday that its investigation into salami and cacciatore brand salmonella outbreaks has been closed."The outbreak appears to be over, and the investigation has been closed," the agency stated.According to PHAC, people became sick between mid-April and early August 2024. Altogether, there were 90 cases of salmonella illnesses across four provinces:British Columbia (one)Alberta (69)Manitoba (one)Ontario (19)Of the reported cases, 10 people were hospitalized, and there were no deaths."Many people who became sick reported eating salami in prepared sandwiches or purchased from deli counters where the recalled products were served," reads the notice.Recall notices for several salami and cacciatore brands were issued between June and August due to the salmonella outbreak.In early June,...

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2 w. ago AGCO moves to suspend Windsor’s Just Your Average Joes Sports Bar’s liquor licence following fatal impaired driving incident

TORONTO, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced today that it has issued a Notice of Proposal (NOP) to suspend the liquor licence of Just Your Average Joes Sports Bar in Windsor, Ontario, for 60 days. The suspension is a result of the establishment’s alleged service of […]

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