2 h. ago MORE TAKEAWAYS: Straying from the script to the sin bin sinks Maple Leafs

The fight for first in the Atlantic Division leaves little room for error.  Toronto found that out Thursday when it stumbled into special teams’ troubles that the Cup-champion Florida Panthers long ago learned to deal with under stress.  Our takeaways on a 3-2 Maple Leafs’ loss, close but disappointing nonetheless, as the Cats opened a […]

Other

2 h. ago TAKEAWAYS: On Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner and Max Domi in the Maple Leafs loss

Well, the four-game homestand didn’t get off to a good start. In their first game at Scotiabank Arena after another lengthy trip, the Maple Leafs couldn’t take control at five-on-five and failed on special teams, losing 3-2 to the Florida Panthers on Thursday night. Yes, that’s the defending Stanley Cup champions. Also, though, it was […]

Other

6 h. ago Ontario surcharge on energy sent to U.S. still suspended after ‘productive’ meeting

Premier Doug Ford's team confirmed Thursday afternoon the short-lived energy surcharge would not be reintroduced after a sitdown with United States Commerce Sec. Howard Lutnick.

Other

7 h. ago Sceptres add Kjellbin for defensive depth at PWHL trade deadline

A rather quiet PHWL trade deadline saw only one deal completed. The Toronto Sceptres bolstered their defensive corps by adding Anna Kjellbin from the Montreal Victoire in exchange for forward Kaitlin Willoughby. Kjellbin is a Swedish national team defender who was drafted in the sixth round last season by the Victoire. She had been averaging […]

Events

8 h. ago Paul Maurice: Alex Ovechkin’s chase of Wayne Gretzky’s goals record ‘incredible story’

Only one person, the legendary Scotty Bowman, has coached in more National Hockey League games than the Florida Panthers’ Paul Maurice. Despite his nearly unmatched knowledge and experience, Maurice can’t tell you how to keep an airtight lid on Alexander Ovechkin. As Ovechkin closes in on passing Wayne Gretzky for the most goals in NHL […]

Sport

10 h. ago Loblaw clarifies made in Canada label confusion amid tariffs

No grocery store label is safe from the scrutiny of Canadian shoppers during the Canada-United States tariff war.The federal government's initial retaliatory tariffs saw a long list of grocery items impacted by the 25 per cent duty.U.S. President Donald Trump doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum products from Canada on Wednesday, so Ottawa responded with another $29.8 billion worth of tariffs on American goods ranging from stoves to roller coasters.Calls to support Canadian-made products have grown stronger than ever with nearly 25,000 people signing a petition urging "Product of Canada" labels in grocery stores.Canada's major grocers have heard the calls to highlight Canadian goods in stores. Loblaw has even started marking Canadian products with a maple leaf symbol and imported U.S. products with prices that have been affected by tariffs with a "T" symbol.However, some shoppers shared their confusion about discrepan...

Economics

10 h. ago Winning it all makes Stanley Cup pursuit more alluring for Panthers

Now that they know what it feels like, the Florida Panthers want to experience it again. Winning the Stanley Cup. The Panthers were close in 2023 before losing to the Vegas Golden Knights in five games the final, but it gave them a better idea of what they were chasing through the 2034-24 regular season. […]

Other

10 h. ago Duke coach says it’s ’a real long shot’ that injured Cooper Flagg will be able to play in the ACC semifinals

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Duke star Cooper Flagg left his team’s Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament quarterfinal game on Thursday with a left ankle injury. The ACC player and newcomer of the year returned to the bench early in the second half, walking under his own power. He was not wearing a boot on his foot, but […]

Sport

10 h. ago Opinion: Sexual assault survivors bear the brunt of Alberta budget cuts

On Monday, my team and I faced the heartbreaking decision to pause intakes to many of our clinical services, including counselling for children, youth, and adults. This was not a decision made lightly but one forced upon us after learning that we will have a significant funding shortfall in the next fiscal year. Since making […]

Events

11 h. ago Max Domi finds it ‘crazy’ that childhood friend is a Maple Leafs linemate

He was the kid Max Domi learned to skate with, the kid he would try to sit beside in the dressing room when he got called up for a game or two. Now, Domi looks over and sees Scott Laughton on the same line with the Maple Leafs. The chances of that happening, growing up […]

Other

12 h. ago Last Toronto Raptors player from 2019 Championship team keeps getting benched

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher has pretty much seen it all since joining the franchise nearly seven years ago.The longest-tenured player on the roster, who's suited up for 406 games with Toronto, Boucher's one of the few people who have stuck around to see out the Raptors rebuild over the past few seasons.But while he's played in Toronto more than any of his teammates, suiting up isn't exactly something he's doing right now.Boucher has sat out the last seven contests, six of which were listed as coach's decisions, with one absence on March 7 related to a wisdom tooth extraction. In total, Boucher has 14 "did not play" designations on his game log this season, despite not dealing with any reported major injuries.When he has played, Boucher has been one of the team's most reliable bench contributors, averaging 10 points, 4.5 rebounds and 0.7 assists in 50 games this season.As per Toronto head coach Darko Rajakovic, the team met with the 32-year-old to discuss his role with the ...

Sport

12 h. ago Trump’s choice for ambassador says ‘Canada is a sovereign state’

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump’s choice for United States ambassador to Canada faced tough questions in his Senate nomination hearing Thursday, as the relationship between the two countries is strained by tariffs and threats of annexation. “Canada is a sovereign state,” Pete Hoekstra said when asked about Trump’s repeated threats to make the country […]

Other

12 h. ago Canadian Olympians are being paid far less than U.S. athletes

American athletes who compete in the Olympics moving forward will receive significantly more money than their rival Canadian competitors.While competing in the Olympics is a huge honour for all athletes, the money they earn isn't as much as you would expect. In fact, many wind up working other jobs in order to afford all the costs of being such a high-level athlete, such as training and nutrition.However, thanks to a $100-million donation from philanthropist Ross Stevens, there won't be nearly as much financial stress for American athletes.Going forward, U.S. representatives at both the Olympics and Paralympics will receive at least $200,000 in post-retirement benefits."The Olympic and Paralympic Games are the ultimate symbol of human excellence. I do not believe that financial insecurity should stop our nation's elite athletes from breaking through to new frontiers of excellence," said Stevens."Team USA athletes, extraordinary individuals, have proven they can achieve greatness and...

Culture

12 h. ago Which teams pose the biggest threat to the Calgary Flames' playoff hopes?

WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of Hot Topics, Postmedia’s Rob Wong chats with Postmedia Calgary Flames writers Wes Gilbertson and Danny Austin about the Flames shootout loss to the Vancouver Canucks, how the team will proceed if captain Mikael Backlund is out long-term with an injury and which of the Canucks, Blues and Utah […]

Other

13 h. ago Golden Ears’ campsites set to reopen after significant storm damage

Golden Ears Provincial Park is set to reopen after it was badly damaged by an October 2024 storm.

Events

15 h. 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 ...

Other

17 h. ago Cizzle Brands Corporation Schedules Second Fiscal Quarter 2025 Financial Results Webcast for Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM ET

Following the release of Cizzle Brands’ second fiscal quarter 2025 financial results, the Company’s management team will be hosting a webcast to provide further insight regarding the results in the context of the Company’s ongoing business activities. TORONTO — Cizzle Brands Corporation (Cboe Canada: CZZL) (OTCQB: CZZLF) (Frankfurt: 8YF) (the “Company” or “Cizzle Brands”), today […]

Culture

17 h. ago Simu Liu and Kyle Lowry surprised crowd at Toronto movie theatre

The Toronto Raptors organization might not officially employ Kyle Lowry anymore, but he still seems pretty happy to support them whenever he can.Coming to Toronto this week as a member of the visiting Philadelphia 76ers, the team's all-time assist leader made sure to show some love to the local fans.On Tuesday night, Lowry crashed a screening of We the North: From Prehistoric to Historic taking place at the TIFF Bell Lightbox. The 75-minute documentary, which premiered last month, showcases the 30-year history of the Toronto Raptors."Still feels like yesterday, winning the championship and being around the fans," Lowry told the crowd about the Raptors' historic NBA title in 2019.Turning 39 later this month, Lowry is the fourth-oldest active player in the NBA. He's 41 days older than Toronto's current oldest player, Garrett Temple, and trailing only LeBron James, Chris Paul, and Taj Gibson as the NBA's senior statesmen.    View this post on Instagram  &n...

Culture

18 h. ago ZenaTech Expands ZenaDrone Team by 35 Engineers and Technicians to Meet Drone Production Manufacturing Capacity

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS and Quantum Computing solutions, announces today that its subsidiary ZenaDrone is expanding its team of drone engineers, technicians, and R&D engineers […]

Economics

18 h. ago Notice of Knight Therapeutics’ Fourth Quarter and Year End 2024 Results Conference Call

MONTREAL, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Knight Therapeutics Inc. (TSX: GUD) (“Knight”), a pan-American (ex-USA) specialty pharmaceutical company, will release its fourth quarter and year end 2024 financial results on Thursday, March 20, 2025 prior to market opening. Following the release, Knight will hold a conference call and audio webcast. Knight cordially invites all […]

Culture