1 hour ago ‘I HOPE HE ROTS’: Toronto woman reveals horrific details of alleged random attack in Vancouver

A Toronto woman has gone into detail about the horrific beating she says she took from a random stranger while on vacation in Vancouver this month. The young woman named Stephanie said she was attacked along the Coal Harbour seawall. According to Vancouver Police, the assault occurred in the early morning hours of April 15. […]

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3 h. ago Cherry blossoms, Earth Day and more beautiful things to honour this weekend in GTA

It’s the last weekend of April — can you believe it? The Maple Leafs will be in Ottawa to play the Senators in Game 4 on Saturday night, but there will be a tailgate party in Maple Leaf Square at Scotiabank Arena, with the game being played on the outdoor big screen. And while there […]

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3 h. ago Legal arguments dominate Day 2 of world junior sex assault trial

An Ontario court heard legal arguments Thursday in the high-profile sexual assault trial of five former members of Canada’s world junior hockey team.

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3 h. ago Here's when Canadians can cash in on the next government payouts in May

Eligible Canadians can expect money from the government this month through various Government of Canada benefits and credits.According to Statistics Canada, the country's inflation rate rose to 2.3 per cent in March, slightly lower than the 2.6 per cent increase seen in February.Despite a slightly lower inflation rate, life in Canada remains expensive, and unemployment is rising.In March, the cost of housing increased by 3.9 per cent, while transportation costs rose by 1.2 per cent. Food purchased from stores continues to become more expensive, with prices increasing by 3.2 per cent.As the cost of living remains high, it's worth checking to see which government benefits you may qualify for. Ensure that your direct deposit is enabled, as you look forward to the following benefits, if you meet the criteria:Canada Child Benefit (CCB) — May 20Eligible families in Canada can expect their monthly Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payment on May 20. In July 2024, with the ...

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4 h. ago Edmonton Oilers legend Grant Fuhr weighs in on Stuart Skinner's playoff performance and team's Game 2 debacle

"They love you when you’re good, hate you when you’re not," Fuhr says

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4 h. ago Even more people will be able to take advantage of Canada's dental care plan next month

More people will be able to apply to the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) next month.Introduced in 2023, the measure aims to help lower dental costs for those earning less than $90,000 annually.According to the government, the dental care plan will help up to nine million uninsured Canadians get the necessary care.Applications are currently open for the coverage period ending June 30 for eligible seniors aged 65 and over, children under 18 and adults with a valid federal Disability Tax Credit certificate for 2023.In May, the CDCP will expand to allow qualified Canadians ages 18 to 64 to apply for coverage.Canadians already covered by the CDCP will need to renew for the 2025-2026 period before June 1 to avoid a potential gap in coverage. To do so, they'll need to have filed their 2024 tax return and received the notice of assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency.Do you qualify for the Canadian Dental Care Plan?You must meet all four of the following requirements t...

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4 h. ago Amid trade war with China, Canada back in Trump’s sights over alleged flow of fentanyl

An annual U.S. threat assessment released last month doesn't mention Canada once in its analysis of fentanyl trafficking.

Economics

5 h. ago Etobicoke man accused of sexually assaulting girl, 13, faces more charges with different victim

Halton Regional Police has laid eight additional criminal offences against an Etobicoke man previously charged with the alleged sexual assault of a 13-year-girl in December. Police say, as a result of the original charges, they received information from an additional victim and began a separate investigation this month. Cops said Masoud Abdulla, 36, was arrested […]

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5 h. ago May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month: Illuminate the Fight Against One of the Most Lethal Cancers

TORONTO, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This May, Brain Cancer Canada (BCC) and communities across the country prepare to rally for Brain Cancer Awareness Month. Dedicated to supporting those impacted by brain cancer, the community goes “Grey In May” to honour and support families affected by brain cancers. Despite decades of research, malignant brain […]

Science

5 h. ago It's not Skinner's fault, but it's the Edmonton Oilers problem

It’s not Stuart Skinner’s fault but, as the old saying goes, it’s his problem. The Edmonton Oilers have been hot garbage in front of him and that’s why he’s given up 11 goals in two games and that’s why the team is down 2-0 in its first (and perhaps last) round series with the Los […]

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5 h. ago Carney admits Trump talked about Canada becoming 51st state during call last month

During the media availability, Carney seemed irritated by the reporters’ repeated questions

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5 h. ago Motorcycle gang member, 3 others charged after drug trafficking probe in St. Catharines

Ontario Provincial Police said they have seized more than 100 kilograms of cocaine and charged a full patch member of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club and three other people with drug-related offences. The charges follow a three-month probe spanning the Greater Toronto Area, the Niagara region and Nova Scotia into suspected drug trafficking activity by motorcycle […]

Sport

6 h. ago Judge rules the Trump administration violated a 2019 settlement in deporting a man to El Salvador

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge nominated by President Donald Trump ordered his administration to facilitate the return of a man who was deported to El Salvador last month despite having a pending asylum application. U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher in Maryland ruled Wednesday that the government violated a 2019 settlement agreement when it deported […]

Politics

7 h. ago Legal arguments continue at Hockey Canada sexual assault trial

The sexual assault trial of five former Team Canada junior hockey players won’t be back before the jury until Friday.

Sport

8 h. ago You can get free stuff at Toronto IKEA locations by trading in old furniture

If you're hanging onto some old furniture, mirrors, or lamps, you'll be pleased to hear that you can trade in select items for an IKEA gift card this week in the Greater Toronto Area. That's right, when you bring in an eligible, gently-used piece of furniture to a participating IKEA location, you'll receive either a $25 gift card for small furniture items or a $50 gift card for large furniture items. "We believe that all furniture deserves a second chance, even furniture that isn't ours," IKEA Canada's website reads. The initiative, which takes place between April 25 to 26 as part of Earth month, is in partnership with Furniture Bank, a registered charity and social enterprise that redistributes gently-used furniture and housewares to families and individuals experiencing furniture poverty.     View this post on Instagram           A post shared by IKEA Ca...

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8 h. ago Is the season starting to slip away from the Toronto Blue Jays?

WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of Long Ball, Postmedia’s Rob Wong chats with Toronto Sun Blue Jays writer Rob Longley about five-game losing streak for the Blue Jays. They discuss if the season is starting to slip away, if this team feels similar to the 2024 roster and what they can do to turn […]

Culture

9 h. ago New beachside Ontario motel comes with serious Miami vacation vibes

In-Canada travel is on the rise, and this new boutique motel in Ontario is making it an easy decision to stay in the province. South Beach is a brand new beach motel resort tucked by the stores of Lake Huron in Southampton. The Miami-inspired spot is the perfect destination for a getaway and is open to the public and open for reservations as of today, April 24, 2025.The newly renovated motel features 12 suites and is the sister establishment of the popular destination, The Beach Motel.South Beach has its own feel, though. Guests can enjoy rooms with lots of space, private kitchenettes and even a shared courtyard for lawn games and lounging.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by South Beach Motel (@southbeachmotel)"South Beach is unlike anything else in the area," says owner Dane Buttenaar."It takes everything guests love about The Beach Mot...

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11 h. ago Mexico’s Inflation Unexpectedly Ticked Up as Banxico Cuts Rates

Mexico’s annual inflation unexpectedly ticked up in the first two weeks of April while remaining within the central bank’s target range ahead of policymakers’ interest rate meeting next month.

Economics

11 h. ago Calgary Expo: Oscar, Emmy winner Helen Hunt would love to star in another sitcom but good ones are 'so rare'

Actress Helen Hunt made headlines a month ago, although she didn’t realize it. In mid-March, several outlets ran a story after the Oscar-winner posted a selfie of herself without makeup that she took at Wrigley Field in Chicago. Most went with headlines about how Hunt looked “unrecognizable.” Hello! reported that she was sporting a “refreshing […]

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11 h. ago Over a dozen interested parties eyeing leases of 65 Hudson's Bay store locations

As the Hudson's Bay Company era nears its end, many of its soon-to-be vacated spaces may find new life with different tenants, with decisions on many sites expected in the weeks ahead.By Summer 2025, all 96 of the company's brick-and-mortar stores will close following a liquidation process that first began last month — including six locations that had previously been spared, such as the downtown Toronto and downtown Montreal flagship stores, but are now slated for closure as of a new court filing this week.From the outset of the court-approved liquidation process last month, Hudson's Bay engaged commercial real estate firm Oberfield Snowcap to market and sell its leases and properties, as a measure to generate additional operating revenue. This has been aptly named as the "Lease Monetization Process."Final bids for leases due on May 1According to a court filing earlier this week, as a part of the ongoing federal Companies' Creditor...

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