2 h. ago Toronto coffee shop opened over COVID is closing down and here's what's replacing it

A Toronto coffee shop that exemplified the trendy minimalist aesthetic is officially calling it quits.There had been whispers about the impending closure of Dundas West's Hamers Coffee for weeks before the specialty coffee shop's owner, Derek, took to Instagram in mid-June to confirm the rumours.Opening its doors in early 2020, the cafe's ability to stick around despite opening at perhaps the worst possible time for a new business in the last decade is a testament to just how quickly Hamers became a cherished part of the neighbourhood.With a sleek, minimal interior and small-but-mighty menu, which included some truly to-die-for sandwiches, Hamers has become a cornerstone of Dundas West over its five years in business — no small feat in a neighbourhood renowned for its never-ending influx of buzzy businesses.Hamers' reign in the neighbourhood is soon to come to a close, though, as the team prepares to close it down for good after its final service on Sunday,...

Science

4 h. ago ‘Find somewhere else’: Abbotsford residents push back on supportive housing project

The project, which has not yet been approved, would contain 42 units and be constructed in what is currently known as Martens Park.

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6 h. ago The Keg Royalties Income Fund announces July 2025 cash distribution

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Keg Royalties Income Fund (the “Fund”) (TSX: KEG.UN) today announced that its July 2025 distribution of $0.0946 per unit has been declared and is payable to unitholders of record as at July 21, 2025. The July 2025 distribution will be paid on July 31, 2025. […]

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6 h. ago Lake Country family’s trip cut short after multiple vehicle break

“Saturday morning, a hiker came to tell us that 17 cars had been broken into,” Terris said.

Transport

7 h. ago For 1st time in 26 years, BC Fire Fighters Burn Fund will not operate with Stanley Park train

"This is the first year that it won't operate with the train in Stanley Park," Jeff Sauvé, exeuctive director of the Burn Fund, told Global News.

Events

8 h. ago Aimsio Has Officially Incorporated as a U.S. Based Corporation, Expanding Operations Into Houston, Texas to Better Serve Industrial Clients Across the United States

HOUSTON — Aimsio, a leading provider of field-first operations software for heavy industrial companies, is proud to announce its official incorporation as a U.S. based corporation, marking a major milestone in its growth trajectory and expanding its operational footprint in Houston, Texas, United States. Founded in 2013, in Calgary, Alberta Canada— Aimsio has been at […]

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8 h. ago Rural renewable projects draw skepticism, but those with solar cite its upside: Alberta survey

A majority of replies from rural landowners cited the likelihood of a major impact on farming operations by renewables, while those who already have solar on their property cited its benefits

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8 h. ago Celestica Q2 2025 Financial Results and Conference Call Tuesday, July 29, 2025

TORONTO, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Celestica Inc.’s (TSX and NYSE: CLS) second quarter 2025 financial results conference call will take place on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The conference call start time is at 8:00am ET. Celestica’s second quarter 2025 financial results will be released after market close on Monday, July 28, 2025. Participants […]

Culture

9 h. ago Amazon Prime Day sales fall 41% on first day, brand adviser says

Amazon.com Inc took a big gamble this year by expanding its annual Prime Day summer sale to four days from two, betting the extension would give shoppers more time to navigate the millions of deals on its sprawling web store. The preliminary results are grim, raising the stakes for the event’s remaining days. Momentum Commerce, […]

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9 h. ago Vancouver debates moving to 30 km/h speed limit on minor streets

Vancouver's default speed limit is currently 50 kilometres per hour, with exceptions for school and park zones and a stretch of East Hastings near Main Street. 

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9 h. ago Peel cops hunting reckless dirt bike operator after officer seriously hurt

Unknown male piloting electric dirt bike also collided with police cruiser in attempt to evade arrest

Events

10 h. ago Opinion: Edmonton council made the right call in rejecting infill cap

On Tuesday, Edmonton city council supported a motion to keep mid-block infills to a maximum of eight units, and I’m grateful. In a time when Edmonton nears its debt limits, gentle density through infill development expands our tax base, helping make core services like roads, transit, and libraries more affordable per resident. Infill development can […]

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10 h. ago Iga Swiatek’s first Wimbledon semifinal comes against Bencic while Sinner beats Shelton

Iga Swiatek reached the Wimbledon semifinals for the first time with a 6-2, 7-5 victory over 19th-seeded Liudmila Samsonova that went from a stroll to a bit of a struggle in the late stages Wednesday. “Even though I’m in the middle of the tournament, I already got goosebumps after this win,” said Swiatek, who will […]

Sport

11 h. ago Here are the products sold by Canadian Tire that have been recalled so far this year

If you've shopped at Canadian Tire recently or in the past few years, it's time to double-check your purchases, as some items have been recalled due to serious health and safety risks, including choking hazards and the risk of electric shock injury.Health Canada issued alerts and provided further details about active recalls for these products that were sold at Canadian Tire stores and other retailers. While some of these recalls are recent, some items were sold in Canada as far back as 2018 and 2019. This year, items include a children's toy, a snowblower and women's boots.If you do own any of these affected products, you can contact the companies for free repairs, exchanges or refunds. Here are some recently recalled items.The North Face women's bootsRecall date: April 17Thousands of women's boots from The North Face were recalled due to a potential fall hazard. Health Canada announced a recall of the Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots, as it's possible that the hook of on...

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11 h. ago Toronto’s busiest speed camera cut down for 6th time in 8 months

Theft came week after police installed camera of their own to monitor frequently vandalized equipment

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11 h. ago Massive sturgeon caught for the 1st time in B.C., believed to be over 100

Fishing guide Jeff Grimolfson said he has been dreaming about this moment his whole life and he has been guiding fishing expeditions for almost 20 years.

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12 h. ago International bakery chain known for healthy cake opening first Toronto location

An international bakery chain known for what it calls "healthy" versions of classic treats is about to open its first-ever Canadian location in Toronto.You may assume that ingredients like sugar, gluten, and dairy are integral pillars for almost any baked good, and, most of the time, you'd be right. However, one European bakery chain that's about to make its Canadian debut is on a mission to prove that you can have sweet treats that still hit the spot without any of those things.We'll be the judges of that.Landing on Bloor West this summer by way of Poland is FitCake, a chain that touts itself as "the first and largest non-pastry shop in the world," and currently boasts nine locations in Poland, with an additional presence in Austria, Sweden, Spain, and Malta.So, what makes the cakes so "fit"? The bakery (or, non-pastry shop, if you prefer) is completely sugar-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but, if its rapid expansion across Europe can be used as any indi...

Society

12 h. ago Goldcrest, Collaborative Lead Round for Argentine Energy Startup Unblock

US-based funds Goldcrest Capital and Collaborative Fund have invested $13.5 million in a seed round for Argentine energy tech startup Unblock, which converts excess gas from oil and gas companies into computing power.

Culture

12 h. ago Defence expected to find operational savings even as its budget balloons

OTTAWA — The Department of National Defence will not be spared from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cost-cutting drive — even though overall defence spending is set to balloon in the coming years. Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne sent letters to cabinet ministers Monday asking them to find savings of 7.5 per cent in their budgets starting […]

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13 h. ago La Défense devra aussi réduire ses dépenses courantes, même si le budget explosera

Le gouvernement Carney veut équilibrer le volet opérationnel du budget d’Ottawa au cours des prochaines années.

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