2 h. ago Premiers meeting in Ontario to tackle Trump tariff ultimatum and internal trade barriers

Tariffs and trade are top of the agenda as the country’s premiers arrive in Ontario’s cottage country for a three-day meeting that comes at a pivotal time for both Canada-U.S. and domestic relations. The premiers’ summer gathering in Muskoka will also feature a Tuesday meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney, as trade talks with the […]

Economics

2 h. ago SEX FILE: Summer sex mishaps are more common than you think. Here’s how to avoid them

When retired diagnostic radiologist Dr. Sam Hill was still a resident, he remembers one of his colleagues coming to him in a panic. They’d come in contact with poison ivy and had a line of unbroken blisters that stretched from the nape of her neck right to her buttocks and down to her heels.  Relaying […]

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8 h. ago Adam Pankratz: Roberts and McAfee are right — no one cares what sports personalities think about politics

Self-identifying as a non-expert is rare in today's world. It is also a refreshingly honest admission that more of us should make more often

Sport

14 h. ago Cruises in Muskoka offer breathtaking views of Ontario's cottage country

Cruises in Muskoka offer a chance to take in blue open waters, sprawling landscapes and fresh air — all just part of Ontario's natural charm.There's something about escaping the hustle and bustle of city life while cruising gently on the water, soaking in all that summer has to offer. Whether you want to spend a full day on the boat or just a few hours, you can find a great time waiting for you on any of these Muskoka cruises. So hop aboard, because sparkling shorelines and sunny afternoons could be on your horizon. Island Queen Cruise Did you know Georgian Bay is dotted with 30,000 islands? On this three-hour, non-stop cruise, you can explore part of the world's largest freshwater archipelago.Choose from two unique routes and get up close to some remote outer islands through a captain's eye view.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by 30,...

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14 h. ago Baranyai: FIFA's World Cup silence tragic missed opportunity

Canadians will have serious bragging rights next summer when we co-host the FIFA World Cup with Mexico and the U.S.

Events

30 h. ago Learning tools and games to keep your kids engaged this summer

Avoid that dreaded summer slide with these engaging learning activities and games. 

Society

38 h. ago Toronto's weed fair is back next month but last year's drama lingers

Toronto's KIND Summer Fair is returning to the city from August 12 to 13, 2025 — but not everyone is lighting up with excitement.While the annual cannabis celebration promises "immersive brand experiences," live music, and networking opportunities, many Toronto weed lovers haven't forgotten how last year's fair left a bad taste in their mouths — and not the kind that edibles are supposed to deliver.For a festival that claims to be Canada's leading cannabis event, 2024's winter edition left many attendees feeling burnt out, ripped off, and ignored. "If I wanted to be in a mosh pit, I would've went to a metal concert like I did earlier in the month, not at a cannabis event," said one frustrated attendee after last year’s fair."They need to issue some sort of statement and, if they don't, it says a LOT." Complaints ranged from overcrowding and poor organization to bad vibes from st...

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38 h. ago Daytime rave in Toronto promises to have you home in bed by 10 p.m.

If you're 30+ and the thought of a 2 a.m. last call makes your knees ache and your head spin, this new Toronto party is calling your name.Bed By 10, the ultimate dance floor revival for grown-ups, is throwing a massive daytime club bash in the city on Saturday, August 23, and yes, you'll be home in time to order takeout and be under the covers before the sun sets.Taking over Noir at Rebel (11 Polson St.) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., this high-energy party blends the nostalgia of your glory days with the practicality of adult bedtime. Isn't that what you need for the perfect night (or should I say, day?) out?What to expectDJs spinning the best of the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s — think bangers from Destiny's Child to Daft Punk, along with confetti blasts, CO2 cannons, and full-scale visuals you'd expect to take you back to your nightclub heyday.And all this while the sun's still shining bright outside! Which means full-on summer vib...

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38 h. ago Fare With A Flair: Margarita punch makes refreshing summer sipper

It's nice to have something a bit different for an adult drink this time of year.

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42 h. ago Fixes needed or this could be Vancouver’s last Celebration of Light, producer warns

Soaring costs and the loss of public and private funding have pushed Vancouver’s beloved summer tradition — and other major city events — to the brink.

Culture

42 h. ago Jasper points to ‘mischaracterization’ of wildfire report after Alberta premier calls for apology

OTTAWA — The top administrator in Jasper, Alta., downplayed claims Friday that a report his town commissioned into last summer’s devastating wildfire was about blaming the province for making things worse, after the premier called on the town to apologize. Jasper Chief Administrative Officer Bill Given told the National Post that the initial media coverage […]

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45 h. ago Raptors top seed for NBA Summer League playoffs thanks to prized rookie

Collin Murray-Boyles has been one of the best players in Las Vegas.

Sport

47 h. ago Construction closing downtown intersection and Saddledome access despite summer events

The intersection at 12th Avenue and Stampede Trail will be closed to the public until late October, cutting off access to the grounds despite events over the summer

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48 h. ago «I Know What You Did Last Summer»: décevant «slasher» nostalgique

Ce nouvel opus revisite le film culte des années 1990 sans grande créativité ni prise de risques.

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48 h. ago Testing out a face oil for a simpler summer skin care routine

Nadia Albano tries the Beauty Elixir from the new Vancouver-based brand Femmeuine

Transport

51 h. ago Residents in Ontario city are trying to have all speed cameras removed

A growing number of residents in Brampton are pushing back against the city's use of speed enforcement cameras, demanding their complete removal amid rising concerns about surveillance and affordability.A petition launched by local citizens calls for the immediate dismantling of all Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras in the city."We, the concerned residents and taxpayers of Brampton, Ontario, are demanding the immediate removal of all speed enforcement cameras currently installed across our city!" the petition states.Brampton currently operates 150 speed cameras, with plans to expand the program to 185 by the end of summer 2025. While city officials argue that ASE helps improve road safety, some residents believe that the growing speed camera network has created a stressful and punitive environment for everyday drivers."With the implementation of these speed cameras, we are now living under constant surveillance, creating a stressful and anxious d...

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52 h. ago It's going to be an absolute nightmare getting around Toronto this weekend

July is in full swing, which means Toronto is in for a true summer weekend packed with festivals, fast cars, and lots of food, but before you get swept up in the excitement, it's best to brace yourself for the fact that getting around the city over the next couple of days is going to be an absolute nightmare. Whether you're heading down to catch the Honda Indy, exploring local art on Bloor, or hunting down savoury street food in Little India, expect major road closures, packed transit, and plenty of diversions. Here's everything you need to know regarding road and transit closures in Toronto this weekend. Honda IndyPerhaps the largest event you need to be aware of this weekend is the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto. If you live anywhere near Exhibition Place, you've likely already heard the roar of engines ahead of the event, and the motorsports festival is coming back in full force this weekend. Road closures began Wednesday, July 16, at noon,...

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52 h. ago Pair of rare, multicoloured lobsters new summer stars of Dartmouth ocean centre

One of them is half bright red and half black while the other has baby-blue and white “cotton candy” colours.

Culture

54 h. ago Cook This: 3 recipes from Sour Cherries and Sunflowers, including a refreshing cold borsch

Cook and author Anastasia Zolotarev revisits her culinary roots in Ukraine and Belarus

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67 h. ago Three to Eat: Into the fire with some international spicy treats at Taste of Edmonton

Nothing like a little spice in your life on a blistering hot day, so to kick off Taste of Edmonton 2025, I decided to turn up the oral heat with some international flair. Nothing burned me to the ground, but a sweet start nonetheless. Chili Chicken Bowl, Spice Bros (Booth 46, 3 tickets) A terrific […]

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