91 m. ago CHEW ON THIS: Toronto No. 2 on U.K. travel agency’s top foodie destinations

Good news for all of the gourmands out there. Travelbag, a U.K.-based travel agency that focuses on long-haul and multi-centre trips, declared Toronto is the world’s second-best city worth savouring for its cuisine, while serving up its list of the best foodie destinations around the globe. With nearly 60% of British travellers choosing their trips […]

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4 h. ago Six presumed dead after plane crashes in muddy field in upstate New York

A twin-engine plane that crashed into a muddy field in upstate New York has left all six passengers aboard presumed dead. The plane, a Mitsubishi MU-2B, was reported down at noon on Saturday in Copake, New York, around 30 miles (48 kilometers) from its destination at the Columbia County Airport. All six people who were […]

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15 h. ago Ontario restaurant serves up the biggest nacho plates in Canada

One Ontario pub is making a name for itself by serving up some of the largest nacho plates Canadian diners could possibly get their hands on.If you're anything like me, you agree that there's no such thing as too many nachos, and that's why, while many Toronto residents might be planning to take road trips to many of Ontario's natural wonders or theme parks this summer, I'll be headed to a pub in Paris, Ontario, that serves up the largest plate of nachos in the country.Sure, Toronto may be known for some larger-than-life food and beverage options, like 3.5 L glasses of wine and two-foot-long slices of pizza, you might just want to travel outside of the city to get your hands on this heavyweight champ.Ever since opening in 2008, Paris' Cobblestone Pub has been a go-to in the community for pub comfort food classics and sports game screenings, drawing a cult following from the community and visitors alike for the past 17 years.Not content to settle on the same old standard offerin...

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20 h. ago Anthony Santander hits first homer with Blue Jays in return to Baltimore, but Orioles ultimately prevail

As expected, Anthony Santander’s return to Baltimore was an occasion to renew friendships with former teammates and bask in the warm glow of fans’ appreciation. It would be a stretch to call it a lovefest, but the adulation and recognition were authentic. Sentiment aside, the Jays doled out plenty of free-agent money to lure Santander […]

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20 h. ago Anthony Santander hits first Jays homer in return to Baltimore, but O’s ultimately prevail

As expected, Anthony Santander’s return to Baltimore was an occasion to renew friendships with former teammates and bask in the warm glow of fans’ appreciation. It would be a stretch to call it a love-fest, but the adulation and recognition were authentic. Sentiment aside, Toronto doled out plenty of free-agent money to lure Santander because […]

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21 h. ago Calgary record stores sell Taylor Swift, Bon Iver vinyl exclusives for Record Store Day

It's not just about the niche artists anymore, with folks lining up to get vinyl exclusives by the mainstream artists

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26 h. ago Court approves sale of Bootlegger to subsidiary of parent company

An Ontario court has given Comark Holdings Inc. permission to sell its Bootlegger business to a subsidiary of its parent company. The sale approved by Ontario Superior Court judge Peter Cavanagh will allow the apparel retailer’s numbered parent company to operate Bootlegger stores through its affiliate Warehouse One Clothing Ltd. Bootlegger was founded in 1971 […]

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27 h. ago Elite travel agents are using AI to sell vibes, not destinations

Travellers are increasingly looking to connect more than they’re looking to check off sites and attractions

Economics

28 h. ago Vancouver eyes major hotel policy overhaul to tackle room shortage

Without a significant boost in hotel stock, tourism organizations, including Destination Vancouver, warn the city risks losing out on billions in economic activity.

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39 h. ago Huge festival bringing over 100 music and comedy stars to Toronto next month

Toronto music and comedy fans are in for a treat this spring because a massive festival is coming to town with some huge stars.The 42nd edition of Departure Festival is bringing more than 100 artists from across the city, Canada and the world together from May 6 to 11.Whether you're looking to dance all night to great music or laugh it up with some of the biggest stand-ups in the world, there's a show for you to discover at the 40+ venues across Toronto. And tickets and passes are on sale now."We're showcasing over 100 emerging and established artists across music and comedy, giving Toronto fans plenty to discover," said Pat Murphy, Festival Director."Whether it's the next chart-topping musician or a comedian destined for the big stage, it's a great time to support Canadian talent and catch future stars on their way up." The Departure Festival Music Pass grants you access to over 100 showcase artists, including Toronto's own Jade Hilton, Priyana, Rochester, Charlie Houston, Sea...

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42 h. ago ‘The Maple Leaf belongs’: U.S. tourist locations desperate for Canadians to return

Ron De Harte said that Canadians make up a significant component of their travel industry, with roughly 300,000 Canadians coming to Palm Springs every year.

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47 h. ago Salon international du livre de Québec: le phénomène Alex A., créateur de la bande dessinée «L’Agent Jean», attire les jeunes lecteurs

Le créateur de la bande dessinée «L’Agent Jean», l’un des plus grands succès littéraires au Québec, attire les jeunes lecteurs.

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47 h. ago Entrevue avec Alex A. au SILQ: «Je n’avais pas de plan B, soit je fais de la BD, soit je meurs»

Le père de l’agent Jean avoue qu’il n’avait pas de plan B s’il ne réalisait pas son rêve de devenir bédéiste.

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47 h. ago Canadian Robert Wickens returns to elite racing 7 years after he was paralyzed in crash

Nearly seven years after he was paralyzed in an IndyCar crash, Robert Wickens will return to elite competition on Saturday when he drives a Corvette in the IMSA sports car race on the downtown streets of Long Beach. Wickens has raced since the crash at Pocono left him paralyzed from the chest down but considers […]

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47 h. ago Investor confidence in America may be fading as U.S. bonds sell

Considered somewhat of a safe haven for investors amid market volatility, U.S. bonds are selling off at an alarming rate that is signaling fading confidence in the economy.

Economics

49 h. ago Court date set in advance of fatality inquiry into Columbia Icefield bus rollover

A court date has been set in advance of a fatality inquiry for three people killed when a tour bus tumbled down an embankment on the Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park. Fourteen others suffered life-threatening injuries after the bus lost control and landed on its roof in the popular tourist destination south of Jasper […]

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50 h. ago Canadian woman goes viral over tense exchange with U.S. border agents

A Canadian woman travelling in the U.S. shared an unusual comment she received from an agent at a U.S.-Canada border crossing, drawing mixed comments from netizens.Erin Rafferty, 35, who goes by the username @ecomera on TikTok, is a business owner and content creator from the Moncton area in New Brunswick. Since 2019, Rafferty and her husband have been spending extensive time in the U.S. and visiting different states in a trailer.The couple wanted to make the most of the opportunity to travel while their children were still too young to attend school. So, in 2024, they invested in a new trailer, a truck, and a lifetime campground membership with access to all U.S. parks. Considering current tensions between Canada and the U.S., Rafferty said they did have second thoughts."I was genuinely nervous about coming down. My family asked us to cancel, and we seriously considered it," she said in an email statement. "But in the end, we had made a big investment into this lifes...

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50 h. ago In response to U.S. tariffs, New Brunswick looking at selling government

FREDERICTON — The New Brunswick government says it plans to sell the 11 Teslas it owns, in response to United States tariffs and the prominent role that the carmaker’s CEO plays in the Donald Trump administration. Premier Susan Holt told reporters last week the government had started looking into what price it could get for […]

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50 h. ago Canada named the best country in the world to relocate and start fresh

Sometimes you need a change of scenery, and in these trying times, I don't blame anyone for wanting to relocate and start fresh somewhere else. A recent study by Remitly used data from TikTok to figure out where in the world people want to relocate, and Canada took the number one spot.According to the study, Canada blew all the other contenders out of the water, with 16,523 tags on TikTok, making it the most-discussed destination to move to by a long shot.When you think about it, are you really surprised? National parks, crystal blue lakes, incredible restaurants, four wonderful seasons, bustling cities, and being known for being home to some of the friendliest people in the world are just a few things that make Canada so great. Oh, and the Coffee Crisp, ketchup chips, denim-on-denim outfits, bagged milk, and poutine.In second place is Spain. Raking in 9,915 hashtags, this was one of three European countries to crack the list. Not far behind Spain is Australia, with the land down un...

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50 h. ago Court date set ahead of fatality inquiry into Columbia Icefield bus rollover

RCMP did not lay criminal charges, but bus operator Brewster Travel Canada Inc. pleaded guilty in 2023 to two charges under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

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