23 m. ago Flames’ Connor Zary facing potential discipline for elbow against Canucks

The NHL’s Department of Player Safety is taking a close look at Connor Zary’s retaliatory hit onCanucks rookie blue-liner Elias Pettersson

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30 m. ago Thumbs up: MRI reveals no damage to Blue Jays starter Max Scherzer

DUNEDIN, Fla. – Thumbs up to what had the potential to be the biggest injury scare early in Blue Jays spring training. After an MRI to evaluate a wonky right thumb, Max Scherzer was cleared to return to work. “Everything came back normal,” Blue Jays manager John Schneider said. “He played catch (the last two […]

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37 m. ago Ottawa's smoking cessation experts turn their attention to helping people quit vaping

Experts at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute are using their expertise to help people get off of e-cigarettes.

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53 m. ago Stepmother charged after emaciated man says he was held captive for two decades

The man set fire to his room and told first responders he did it to gain his freedom

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60 m. ago Liberal Airport Privatization Scheme Should Be Grounded: Canada’s Flight Attendants

OTTAWA, Ontario — CUPE’s Airline Division, which represents 18,500 flight attendants across Canada, is pushing back against the Liberal government’s proposal for increased privatization of Canadian airports. “Privatizing airports will put good union jobs at risk and increase costs for travellers at the very moment our jobs and services are being threatened by President Trump’s […]

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70 m. ago What Doug Ford and Mark Carney ate during meeting at Toronto diner

Recently re-elected Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister-designate Mark Carney made headlines on Wednesday when they came together for their first face-to-face meeting, ahead of Ford's trip to Washington D.C. to discuss the ongoing trade issues with Trump's administration. The breakfast meeting, which was hosted at Wally's Grill in Etobicoke (located at 123 Rexdale Blvd.), allowed the two politicians to align their strategies on how best to approach U.S. President Donald Trump's stance on tariffs and free trade. Owner of Wally's Grill, George Gianakopoulos, told blogTO that "everyone had a positive experience" when the two politicians popped by for some breakfast yesterday morning. "We were thrilled to host Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister Mark Carney's breakfast meeting today. All the customers wanted to take photos with them and they obliged," Gianakopoulos said. "The two enjoyed their breakfast and Mr. Carney...

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72 m. ago Teen athlete faces assault charge after striking opponent with her baton

'I’ve never been in a fight, I’ve always been on honour roll ... so just people making, off a nine-second video, they’re assuming my character,' runner Alaila Everett said.

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73 m. ago Police chief’s apology over offensive podcast doesn’t go far enough: CIJA

Uniformed Toronto police officers in now-deleted podcast praised Oct. 7 for surge in Islam converts, and dismissed criticism of hateful anti-Israel rallies as "Islamophobia"

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74 m. ago Toronto is about to get its own delightfully stereotypical Canada

Poutine and hockey and moose (mooses?), oh my! A Canada-themed bar featuring all of the country's favourite things is setting up shop in Toronto, and it's set to open its doors in just a few weeks.These are troubling times we Canadians find ourselves living in, what with the threats of tariffs and annexation looming over our heads, but, on the other hand, I can scareceley recall a time — save for maybe the 2010 Vancouver Olympics — where national pride has been at quite such a high.In December of 2024, the Angus Reid Institute reported that Canadian pride had fallen to its lowest levels in decades. Understandable, of course, given the country's complex colonial history and more renewed efforts in recent years to work towards Truth and Reconciliation.Nothing brings people together quite like a common enemy, though, and who better than Donald Trump, with his tariff threats and "51st state" jokes, to fill the role?As of February 2025, roughly two months ...

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78 m. ago Two people face drug charges after trying to avoid RIDE check

OPP said officers spotted a vehicle attempting to avoid a RIDE check in Prince Edward County and gave chase.

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95 m. ago Huge Ontario music store known for being largest in Canada closing after 57 years

It's the end of an era for an enormous music store just north of Toronto, as local institution Cosmo Music has announced its impending closure after almost six decades in business.The Richmond Hill establishment —famously known as Canada's single-largest music store — announced on Wednesday that it would close its doors after 57 years.In a press release, the ownership called the "difficult decision" a product of "significant challenges faced by the company after the COVID-19 pandemic, despite major technological investments and efforts to adapt to a changing market.""We are deeply grateful to our dedicated team, loyal customers, brand partners, and the music community that has supported us throughout these incredible years," said the Hebert family, owners of Cosmo Music."It's been a privilege to serve as a hub for musicians and music lovers alike.""Cosmo Music has always been more than just a store," the Hebert family statement continued. "It has been a space where ...

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1 hour ago Briones: Here's what 3 Ottawa entrepreneurs think about tariffs

'We are pieces in a game of chess, and we feel like we have no control.'

Economics

2 h. ago Calgary police officer charged with assault after domestic dispute

Officer has worked at the Calgary Police Service for 14 years

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2 h. ago CIBC CEO Victor Dodig to retire this fall, will be succeeded by Harry Culham

TORONTO — CIBC says its president and chief executive Victor Dodig is set to retire this fall and will be succeeded by Harry Culham, who has led the bank’s global capital markets division since 2015. Dodig, who has been at the helm of CIBC since September 2014, will serve as CEO until Oct. 31. The […]

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2 h. ago Edmonton weather: Heavy snowfall dropping up to 20 cm with heavy winds

Here’s a look at Thursday’s Edmonton weather from Environment Canada. It’s currently -6 C at the Edmonton Blatchford weather station, with 18 km/h winds out of the east northeast and a wind chill of -13. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for the areas […]

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2 h. ago Why are numbers leaking from the contract negotiations between the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.?

WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of Long Ball, Postmedia’s Rob Wong chats with Toronto Sun Blue Jays writer Rob Longley about the reports of the Blue Jays contract offer to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and whether it benefits either side. They also discuss what this could mean for future negotiations between the two sides and […]

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2 h. ago Rogers Recognized as Canada’s Most Reliable Internet by Opensignal

Canada’s largest cable network delivers most consistent experience for Rogers Xfinity customers TORONTO, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rogers Communications announced today that it has been named the most reliable internet in Canada by Opensignal, the leading global provider of independent network experience insights and market performance.  “We are committed to bringing Canadians the […]

Technology

2 h. ago Tools, electronics, sports equipment from U.S. hit with Canadian counter tariffs

OTTAWA — If you’re looking for a new set of golf clubs for the upcoming season, they may be 25% more expensive due to Canada’s counter tariffs against the U.S. steel and aluminum surcharge. Matching 25% tariffs on $29.8 billion worth of American goods took effect just after midnight in response to the latest levies […]

Sport

3 h. ago Three takeaways as Flames fall in shootout against Canucks, lose Backlund to injury

Wednesday was a double whammy for the Flames. They allowed the Canucks to pull even in the wild-card race and their captain made an early exit

Events

3 h. ago Kids Help Phone Celebrates CEO Katherine Hay’s Appointment to the Senate of Canada

TORONTO, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kids Help Phone (KHP) is proud to share that its President & CEO, Katherine (Kathy) Hay, has been appointed to serve in the Senate of Canada. Kathy’s leadership has guided KHP through a period of remarkable growth and innovation. Over the past few years, the organization has expanded […]

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