6 h. ago Modern waterfront Toronto home with lake access feels like Muskoka in the city

Newsflash: You can own waterfront luxury and still be minutes from downtown Toronto.Homes like this rarely hit the market — after all, everyone wants the best of both worlds. So when one does, it's worth paying attention.The lakefront view at 67 Lake Promenade.67 Lake Promenade is one such house, and it's currently listed for $8.5 million. The 6,200-square-foot, five-bedroom home pairs refined interior craftsmanship with expansive outdoor space and direct lake access — the kind of lifestyle you typically only find in places like Muskoka, not the city.Located in South Etobicoke, this Toronto estate boasts direct views of Lake Ontario, framed against the backdrop of mature trees. Amenities like a heated driveway, flat roofline, and metal siding set the tone for modern luxury before you even step inside.Who could get tired of that view?!Inside, you'll be greeted with a dramatic floating glass staircase, gallery-style walls, wood-clad ceilings, and...

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6 h. ago Canadians can get a Christmas coin that doubles as an ornament

Canada just got a festive new Christmas coin that would look just as good in your coin collection as it would hanging on your tree.The Christmas coin that's now available for purchase in Canada is the latest release from the Royal Canadian Mint. According to the website, the Snowman Winter Sleigh Ride is a silver coin that's only sold in Canada.And it's not shaped like regular change.Royal Canadian MintThis whimsical retro design features a cheerful snowman family on a candy cane-striped sled as they glide down a snowy hill. Everyone's in matching scarves in a way that makes total sense in this winter wonderland.Royal Canadian Mint"Surrounded by soft winter hues and glistening accents, the scene captures the warmth and excitement of Christmas days gone by," reads the site.Royal Canadian MintThe coin comes in a custom ornament capsule that makes it easy to hang on a tree, or really anywhere you like. In addition, it comes in an equally festive slide-out card...

Culture

6 h. ago Toronto wants to crack down on controversial 'iceberg homes'

Toronto city staff are moving to crack down on a controversial style of luxury housing with vast underground square footage, known as "iceberg homes," under fire for their noisy construction and impacts on local trees. As its name suggests, an iceberg home has most of its square footage below grade. Historically, the designs have emerged as a way to work around zoning limits on height and density to allow homeowners (often in affluent, low-rise neighbourhoods) to add substantial square footage without building upward. In a Nov. 18 report and presented to Toronto's Planning Housing Committee earlier this month, staff proposed changes that would regulate how far below-ground portions of low-rise residential buildings could extend. The recommendations would introduce minimum underground building setbacks for houses and multiplexes, although apartment buildings would be exempt. Currently, Toronto's zoning bylaws do not contr...

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6 h. ago Here's where to watch New Year's fireworks in Toronto to ring in 2026

With 2025 quickly coming to an end, it's safe to say you're probably starting to look for places to celebrate and catch the fireworks displays happening across the city.A good NYE party never hurts, but if you're thinking of skipping the club this year and opting instead for an outdoor gathering, complete with a solid fireworks show, there are plenty of spots around Toronto where you can do just that.Here's where to watch New Year's fireworks in Toronto to ring in 2026.Harbourfront CentreThe City of Toronto is bringing its annual New Year's Eve celebration back to the waterfront this year, complete with fireworks and live performances. The festivities will take place from 10 p.m. to midnight.Location: 235 Queens Quay W.Distillery DistrictToronto's Distillery District will ring in the new year with a fireworks show above Trinity Square, set to take place at midnight.Location: 55 Mill St.Sherbourne Common ParkIn addition to a fireworks show a...

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6 h. ago Calgarians gather at city hall for menorah lighting in celebration of Hanukkah

Senior Rabbi Menachem Matusof of Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta said the Hanukkah celebration is about spreading a message of 'light over darkness, freedom of expression, freedom of religion and celebrating the miracle of the few that won over the many'

Culture

10 h. ago Esco Aster Signs Exosome Clinical cGMP Manufacturing Contract With Shine

SINGAPORE — Esco Aster, a vertically integrated cell and derivatives CRDMO based at JTC LaunchPad Singapore, announced CMC manufacturing support for Shine-On Biomedical’s HLA-G targeted exosome program. Shine-On Biomedical sponsored Esco Aster in 2023 for cGMP services, starting with high-yield exosome development using Esco Aster’s cell line platform. The technical reports of process, analytical, and […]

Economics

10 h. ago Regina city council approves police budget after close vote on first day of budget talks

Council voted 6-5 to approve Regina’s police budget, which includes a 2.2 per cent increase to the police portion of the mill rate, following a lengthy debate

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10 h. ago Westmount Hanukkah celebration darkened by mass shooting in Australia

Hundreds gathered at Westmount City Hall to celebrate the second night of Hanukkah and honour the lives lost in the Bondi Beach attack.

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10 h. ago 'We have more light than any darkness': Westmount Hanukkah celebration a show of strength after mass shooting in Australia

Hundreds gathered at Westmount City Hall to celebrate the second night of Hanukkah and honour the lives lost in the Bondi Beach attack.

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11 h. ago Carbon Streaming Announces Amendment to Azuero Reforestation Carbon Removal Stream

TORONTO, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Carbon Streaming Corporation (Cboe CA: NETZ) (OTCQB: OFSTF) (FSE: M2Q) (“Carbon Streaming” or the “Company”) today announce amendments to the terms of the carbon credit streaming agreement (the “Azuero Reforestation Stream”) with Azuero Reforestación Colectiva, S.A. (“ARC”), a wholly owned subsidiary of leading project developer Ponterra Ltd. (“Ponterra”), Microsoft […]

Transport

11 h. ago Opinion: From earthquakes to wildfires, Canada is woefully ill

The next crisis, whether wildfire, data breach or infrastructure collapse, is already somewhere on the horizon. The question is whether officials will meet it with surprise — or with a plan

Events

12 h. ago Social agency's impending eviction means more downtown Calgary disruption, CEO says

BeTheChangeYYC must leave current location at downtown CTrain platform

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12 h. ago 'This building will change lives': King Thunderbird Centre opens its doors

A former paintball facility is reimagined as a support hub for the city's homeless

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12 h. ago Fobi AI Launches “FIXYR” the Company’s Agentic AI Customer Service & Technical Support Platform

FIXYR Initial Activation Processed Over 20,000 Digital Tickets and 200+ Customer Inquiries with 100% Uptime, 100% Satisfaction, and Zero Human Intervention Vancouver, BC, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fobi AI Inc. (TSXV:FOBI, Pink:FOBIF) (“Fobi” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the launch of FIXYR, the Company’s new Agentic AI Customer Service & Technical […]

Economics

12 h. ago City council urged to oppose province’s conservation authority overhaul

Public feedback on the proposed boundaries is open until Dec. 22.

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12 h. ago Montreal city council adopts declaration condemning antisemitic terrorist attack in Australia

Describes the attack as an affront to Montreal’s values and notes the "concern, anxiety and fear" it has caused among the city’s Jewish community.

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12 h. ago Toronto man sets sights on Eglinton Crosstown after outrunning Finch LRT by 18 minutes

“I’m surprised people haven’t picked up their pitchforks and stomped down to City Hall and demanded better service.”

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13 h. ago Jas Mathur Joins Manny Pacquiao Promotions as CEO to Lead Strategic Vision, Creativity and Global Growth Initiatives

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Manny Pacquiao Promotions today announced the appointment of Jas Mathur, business partner of Manny Pacquiao and a multidisciplinary entrepreneur, as Chief Executive Officer. This leadership move marks the beginning of a new era for the organization, centered on innovation, expanded event production, strategic fighter development, and elevated fan […]

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13 h. ago ‘The City Was Gone’: Survivors Recount Flood Chaos During Rare Cyclone in Indonesia

How tidal waves of timber turned Sumatra’s towns into scenes of loss.

Sport

13 h. ago Mexico Plan to Centralize Power Contracts Sparks Company Outcry

Companies in Mexico’s power sector are sounding the alarm after the government published a draft proposal that would force them to sell electricity to state-run Comision Federal de Electricidad and potentially open the door for a government takeover of some power plants.

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