5 h. ago There's a pudding business secretly operating out of a Toronto cocktail bar

Though poutine and pizza tend to get all the glory when it comes to bar foods, there's a new business in Toronto serving something entirely different out of a local cocktail bar: pudding.Call it a recession indicator, but pudding has been having a real renaissance lately, thanks, in no small part, to the 2024 craze of combining burgers and banana pudding. Hey, whatever works!For Aaron Wolfe, founder and owner of burgeoning Toronto pudding business Sawft, though, his love affair with the dessert first began years ago."The first time I had banana pudding was about a decade ago, and I was immediately hooked. It became my go-to dish to bring to holidays and gatherings," Aaron tells blogTO. "I've put a lot of care into refining my recipe over the last decade, and have spent too many hours obsessing over texture, ingredients and flavours."And, while there's no shortage of bakeries, burger shops and restaurants in Toronto that d...

Economics

5 h. ago Forgotten Toronto parking lot asking $11 million because it's primed for condos

Just north of York Mills Rd. sits a lonely, cracked, sun-scorched Toronto parking lot that has been empty for longer than most people have been waiting for the Eglinton Crosstown.The property at 4155 Yonge St. — a 0.8-acre patch of asphalt wedged between some of Toronto's wealthiest enclaves — has spent the past decade in full development purgatory, which explains why the only long-term residents are weeds and possibly a raccoon or two who now legally qualify as common-law partners.But this isn't just any empty parking lot, it's one of Toronto's longest-running neighbourhood drama cycles.The ridge line in the background. When the first major proposal was tabled, a 14-plus-storey, 64-unit tower with a 1.5-storey mechanical penthouse, local residents were not pleased. An office building next door. But residents argued the tower would rise above the natural valley ridge, dwarf St. John's York Mills Anglican Church, Toronto's second-old...

Economics

9 h. ago TAIT: Oil Kings’ Teddy Bear Toss unites everyone to bring children joy

There are moments in hockey that make us sit up a little straighter. The first goal is often one of them — a little jolt to the heart, a spark on the bench, a reason for 18,000 people to high-five someone they’ve never met. Who knows? Get a phone number, perhaps. But Sunday afternoon at […]

Other

11 h. ago Local tech wizards vie for cash and possible commercial glory in crafting video games

Aside from the cash rewards, the contest is a way to guide entrants from initial vision to commercial success, said Michael Lohaus, manager of digital entertainment nexus at Bow Valley College. "It's about coaching people through the business side, how they can actually monetize their creation and become sustainable," he said.

Other

11 h. ago Hastings Racecourse abandons horse racing, so is a Whitecaps stadium next?

Patrick Johnston: All eyes are now on Hastings Park's future as a possible sports venue now that horse racing is done.

Sport

16 h. ago Trump forced Canada to scrap its digital services tax — but did he save Carney from bad policy?

Adam Michel thinks that Trump did Carney and Canada a favour because DSTs hurt countries that impose them

Economics

22 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Federal workforce reduction plans show Carney Liberals won't bring spending under control

Ontario Conservative MP Vincent Ho asked a simple question in the House of Commons. He received a simple (yet horrifying) answer. Ho asked, “With regard to the federal public service, how many employees had an annualized salary of over $150,000?” The Treasury Board told Ho the number was 12,971 which works out to 3.5 per […]

Events

23 h. ago Freed: Now that Opus is going digital, bring on robo deliveries, Waymo and Smart Parking

And while we're at it, how about some Smart construction cones to eliminate all the phantom cones in our city?

Culture

34 h. ago All aboard! Holiday train led by restored locomotive provides Heritage Park new winter attraction

Part of a push to make Heritage Park a four-season destination

Society

35 h. ago Whitecaps future in Vancouver uncertain, MLS commissioner muses

"We're in the business of delivering for those people who really want to have an MLS team they can love and embrace," Don Garber said.

Society

36 h. ago Cop accused of driving SUV on pedestrian walkway at Innisfil parade

When the driver was unable to exit a parking lot due to the parade, the vehicle allegedly jumped a curb and drove through a pedestrian catwalk to leave the area

Other

37 h. ago Major League Soccer to Edmonton? Oilers pour ice on rumours of Whitecaps move

'At this time, we are focused on our core sports and entertainment business and on the continued expansion of ICE District, including the design and construction of the new Event Park'

Sport

37 h. ago Humanoid Global Welcomes Marc Theermann, Chief Strategy Officer of Boston Dynamics to its Technical Advisory Committee

– NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR THROUGH U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES – Vancouver, BC & Boston, Massachusetts, Dec. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Humanoid Global Holdings Corp. (“Humanoid Global” or the “Company”) (CSE:ROBO, FWB:0XM1, OTCQB:RBOHF), a publicly traded investment issuer focused on building and accelerating a portfolio of pioneering companies in the humanoid […]

Events

38 h. ago Public panel set to examine Queen's Park handling of school boards

Western education researchers hosting webinars probing local school governance amid provincial takeover of several Ontario school boards.

Society

40 h. ago Toronto's first pet funeral home offers unique way to say goodbye

On top of the agonizing, can't-eat, can't-sleep grief that comes with losing a beloved pet, trying to navigate the next steps only deepens the sorrow. A newly opened pet funeral home, the first in Toronto, hopes to guide owners through their final goodbyes.At 115 Berkley St. in Moss Park is where you can find Tails Farewell's newest location – second to the one they first opened in Markham back in September 2024. Co-owner Jason Lau tells blogTO that the Markham space only has one memorial room, which limits the number of families they can serve. Now, with their new downtown location, they have more rooms to accommodate more people planning pet funerals.So far, Lau says, Tails Farewell has supported more than 500 pet families, including a virtual memorial for a 2-year-old python and a funeral for an 80-year-old woman's bunny, who we're certain lived a hoppy life. "Our goal is to create a warm and peaceful environment so families, esp...

Other

42 h. ago Say goodbye to Toronto and hello to Caribbean bliss with this Grenada travel guide

Exploring other parts of the world is one of life's true joys. Whether you prefer a fast-paced and adventurous vacation or a more relaxed and scenic getaway, having an idea of what you would like to experience is always handy when planning a trip.Lucky for Toronto, Grenada is one country that boasts a wide range of activities, and now it's even easier to get to. Known as the Spice Isle of the Caribbean, Grenada is a country consisting of three islands (Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique) that boast turquoise waters, gorgeous natural wonders, adventures galore, and a welcoming culture.Gran Anse Beach (Tourism Grenada)From ocean diving to arts and culture and a seriously delicious food scene, Grenada should be at the top of your vacay list for several reasons. Don't believe us? Check out these exciting Grenadian activities for some inspo!Sculpture ParkThis is a truly one-in-a-lifetime adventure! Grenada is home to the world's first underwater sculp...

Transport

42 h. ago Dangbei Launches Christmas Deals on Amazon Canada — Save Up to CA$650 on 4K Projectors

Exclusive on Amazon.ca, December 2–15, 2025 — Flagship 4K projectors and portable models with up to 50.1% off and savings up to CA$650. TORONTO, Dec. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dangbei, a leading innovator in smart projection technology, is bringing big-screen Christmas experiences to Canadian households with a series of festive promotions on Amazon.ca. From […]

Economics

43 h. ago Ottawa's future should not be decided by Toronto's new rules | Opinion

Randall Denley: When decisions about purely local matters are made at Queen’s Park, not City Hall, political accountability is diminished.

Other

44 h. ago Industry experts question Saab’s pitch to bring 10,000 jobs to Canada

Critics are questioning the solidity of Saab's pitch to deliver 10,000 jobs in Canada if it decides to set up shop here to assemble Gripen fighter jets.

Other

45 h. ago CLERHP Unveils the First Smart City in the Dominican Republic with the Inauguration of Larimar City & Resort

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Larimar City & Resort, the smart city developed by the Spanish company CLERHP, officially celebrated its inauguration this Saturday, marking a historic milestone in urban development in the Caribbean. The event gathered more than 300 guests, including government authorities, business leaders, investors, and members of Dominican society, together with strategic […]

Politics