89 m. ago Europe’s Climate Resolve Faces Big Test as EU Unveils 2040 Goal

The heat wave searing Europe is making a compelling case for one of the most ambitious climate targets ever set by Brussels. Many in the European Union, however, have yet to be convinced.

Society

9 h. ago Europe’s ‘exceptional’ heat wave closes schools, prompts health alerts

Europe is heating up at twice the global average speed and is the world's fastest-warming continent, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service has said.

Society

14 h. ago How Much Does a Heat Wave Cost? Insurers and CEOs Want to Know

A new market for heat insurance, driven by the growth in AI and data centers, is starting to emerge.

Economics

31 h. ago Heat warnings issued for Edmonton, Calgary and other parts of Alberta

As Albertans prepare to celebrate Canada Day, Environment Canada is warning of a heat wave. Temperatures could reach highs of 35 C in some parts of the province this week.

Culture

44 h. ago Canadian travellers exploring ‘their own backyard’ this summer, Airbnb says

There’s no place like our home and native land. That seems to be what Canadian Airbnb users are thinking as schools close and summer vacation officially kicks off with domestic travel bookings expected to continue being a hot ticket. Such bookings jumped 40% last year compared to 2019 for a total of more than 9 […]

Other

3 d. ago Bond Binge Shows America Is Still Exceptional: Credit Weekly

President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs in April stirred fears that the era of US exceptionalism was over, and European and Asian money managers would cut back on buying US corporate debt. So far, it’s not happening, and foreign investors are buying more American debt than they have in months.

Economics

4 d. ago Opinion: UCP government failing to fund education for growth, inflation

Another school year has come to a close with students, teachers and families celebrating milestones achieved throughout the school year. But even as the year ends on a high note for many, a troubling reality remains: Alberta is still the least-funded school jurisdiction in all of Canada when it comes to per-student spending — an […]

Economics

5 d. ago Saskatoon Public Schools to expand safety programs next year after fire attack

As schools close for the summer, the Saskatoon Public School Board is looking towards the future, funding more programs designed to address behavioural and safety concerns.

Events

5 d. ago Pride Parade headlines host of fun events marching into GTA this weekend

It’s a long weekend for many, which is celebration enough. And while that punishing heat wave is behind us, things will still be hot, hot, hot in the city. While Toronto Jazz Fest winds down, there are plenty of other festivals and other fun things going on in and around Toronto. Here’s what you need […]

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5 d. ago New measles cases decline in Ontario as school year comes to a close

As the school year comes to a close, health officials are turning their attention to preventing the highly contagious disease from hitting summer camps. 

Society

5 d. ago Heat wave blamed for 42 Toronto emergency room visits, public health says

Toronto Public Health says it recorded 42 heat-related emergency department visits during the heat wave that gripped much of Ontario earlier this week.

Science

6 d. ago 'Only a matter of time' until Ottawa faces a catastrophic heat wave

'I believe we are going to face a potential catastrophic heat wave here. It is only a matter of time,' says physiology researcher Glen Kenny

Other

6 d. ago Olivia Chow apologizes after Toronto closed its swimming pools amid heat wave

Pushing back on the notion that provincial laws were to blame, Doug Ford said: 'There was no minister of labour inspector that called up and said shut down the pools'

Other

6 d. ago The hottest new ice cream and frozen treats for summer in Toronto

As Toronto weathers an almost unbearable heat wave this week, ice cream and other frozen treats seem to be at the top of everybody's mind.There's no way around it; it's hot in Toronto right now, like, really hot, and the first day of summer was only last Friday, June 20. In other words, there's a lot more where this weather came from in store for us this summer.It's easy to get bogged down in the sweaty clothes and sticky TTC rides of it all, but steamy summer weather also comes with one sweet silver lining: it's acceptable to eat ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, freezies and slushies whenever you want when it's this hot out.While you could stick to the classics, like longstanding stalwarts such as Tom's Dairy Freeze or Dutch Dreams, or even opt for the hyped-up spots, like Bar Ape and Ruru Baked, where all the cool cats are chilling out, there is also a whole host of new frozen treats around the city that'll quench your cravings while cooling yo...

Events

6 d. ago Heat Wave Threatens Power Output and Wildfires Across Europe

Europe’s heat wave is intensifying, fueling wildfires across the Mediterranean and threatening to curb electricity generation from both nuclear and hydropower plants.

Events

7 d. ago Japan’s Heat Wave May Last for Weeks in Boost to Energy Demand

Japan is forecast to continue baking over the next two weeks as temperatures remain well above average, likely boosting energy demand and keeping power prices elevated.

Other

7 d. ago This is one of the cheapest Toronto houses with a pool for sale right now

With Toronto in the midst of yet another sweltering heat wave, it's not an exaggeration to say that 2 Leyton Ave. is looking extremely refreshing right now.Located in the family-friendly Oakridge neighbourhood in Scarborough, this detached three-bedroom home is serving up serious summer vibes.Not only does this house back onto the peaceful greenery of Oakridge Park, but it also has a freshly (2023) waterproofed backyard pool and a deck space for lounging and working on that tan.The pool. Sure, it's not an inground pool, but when the temperatures in Toronto feel like you're in a sauna, who cares?And even better than the fact that this house has a pool is that it is currently listed for less than it sold for back in 2023. The kitchen. In 2023, 2 Leyton Ave. sold for $880,000, after sitting on the market for over seven months. The primary bedroom. Now, the house is listed for only $749,000, despite looking lik...

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7 d. ago Video: Car launches into the air as road buckles, splits open reportedly due to extreme heat

'She had no chance to stop,' says Albert Blackwell who filmed the incident. 'I've seen small buckles, but never anything like this'

Transport

7 d. ago Video shows car launching into the air as road buckles, splits open reportedly due to extreme heat

'She had no chance to stop,' says Albert Blackwell who filmed the incident. 'I've seen small buckles, but never anything like this'

Transport

7 d. ago US Declares Power Emergency in Southeast as Heat Strains Grid

The Trump administration has declared a power emergency in the US Southeast as a blistering heat wave strains grids across the country.

Transport