2 h. ago Here are all the countries that could play in Toronto during the FIFA World Cup

In case you've somehow missed it, the FIFA World Cup is coming to Toronto next year.And though we don't know exactly who will be playing in Toronto yet, we do at least have many of the potential teams nailed down after Friday's preliminary draw.Who is Canada playing in Toronto?After the first FIFA World Cup draw to determine the majority of group stage matches, Canada found out that they'll be playing a yet-to-qualify European opponent when their tournament kicks off on June 12, 2026.They'll be facing one of Italy, Northern Ireland, Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the four-time champions Italy the likely toughest draw they could get. They'll find out who their opponent is on March 31 of next year, after a four-team playoff to determine the fourth spot in Group B.Non-Canada matches in TorontoToronto also has five other matches to be hosted, with the potential matchups now out after Friday's draw.Basically, each of the following matchups will eit...

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3 h. ago Canada could play against Italy in Toronto at FIFA World Cup

It turns out that Canada does not yet know its FIFA World Cup opponent for their first-ever match on home soil.But on June 12, 2026, Canada has a shot at taking on one of the most successful soccer countries of all time.Canada knows it will play Qatar and Switzerland in its final two group-stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both games taking place in Vancouver.In Toronto, though, they await one of four opponents for their opening match of the tournament: Italy, Northern Ireland, Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina.And while they've missed out on the last two World Cups, it seems hard to say the Italian side is anything other than the team Canada would least like to see coming out of the final round of European qualifying.Italy is ranked 12th in the FIFA World Rankings, and is a four-time winner of the FIFA World Cup, one of only three countries to win at least that many times. Wales is ranked 32nd, Northern Ireland is ranked 69th, while Bosnia and Herzegovina are ranked ...

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26 h. ago Constellation Brands to Report Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results on January 7, 2026 After Market Close and Host Conference Call on January 8, 2026 at 10:30 AM ET

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ), a leading beverage alcohol company, announced today it will report financial results for its third quarter ended November 30, 2025, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after the close of the U.S. markets by posting the earnings release and financial tables, as well […]

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42 h. ago Ontario forest estate for over $3M is basically a private luxury lodge

Markham is typically known for subdivisions where every house looks like it was generated from the same three templates.Finding a sprawling, timber-framed forest estate straight out of a luxury Muskoka brochure is like finding a missing semicolon in a million lines of code — technically possible, but wildly unexpected.And yet… here's 4138 19th Ave.An outline of the full property. Hidden on a staggering 12 acres of dense, ultra-private woodland, this custom-built timber-frame residence looks like the kind of place you'd expect to find after a two-hour drive north, a winding gravel road, and at least one close call with a deer.The foyer. Instead, it's a quick hop from Highway 404.The dining room. From the moment you step inside, the house hits you with exposed beams, rich knotty pine finishes, and oversized windows that flood every corner with views of your very own private forest.The basement recreation room. It's rustic...

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7 d. ago Pressure rises to shut down Granville Street SROs with emergency calls up 822%, HVA says

Vancouver's hospitality industry continues to put pressure on the provincial government over the deteriorating situation on Granville Street.

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9 d. ago Letters to The Vancouver Sun: Granville Street Bridge bike lanes weren't needed

Letters to The Vancouver Sun.

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2 w. ago NDP says the Sask. Party knew about poor conditions in recommended housing

The Coachman Inn Motel has been used by Sask. Party to house social service clients since 2022 and has been paid over a quarter million dollars since then, the NDP says.

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2 w. ago New Granville Street Bridge bike and walking lanes are stark, underwhelming. But we can hope

Douglas Todd: The almost-too-wide new pathways seem cold and spartan and exposed. And it’s not as if there are many walkers or riders on them yet.

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2 w. ago After fatal stabbing, HVA calls Granville Street SROs ‘a failed experiment’

Vancouver police responded to Granville and Helmcken streets at approximately 3:15 p.m., after receiving reports that a man had been stabbed. He died in the hospital.

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2 w. ago Canadian families getting payout from the government this week

Eligible Canadian families can expect to receive their child tax payments this week.The Canada Child Benefit (CCB), a tax-free monthly payment that aims to help families with the cost of raising children under 18, will be sent out on Thursday, Nov. 20.The child tax payment increased in July, marking the beginning of the new benefit year. The federal government uses a process called indexation to raise the payment to help parents as the cost of living continues to soar.An Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) spokesperson said in January that the indexation means the max CCB amounts and income thresholds are increased yearly to "keep pace with the rising cost of living."This year, Canadian families were given a 2.7 per cent boost in child tax benefit payments, bringing the annual base benefit for children under six from $7,787 to $7,997 ($666 monthly) and from $6,570 to $6,748 ($562 monthly) for children aged six to 17 until June 2026.The Child Disabilit...

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3 w. ago Supportive housing site for complex needs proposed for South Surrey divides community

'We are very, very supportive of safe social housing. The concern we have is the model,' says one opponent

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4 w. ago Granville Street social housing, subject of countless complaints, emergency calls, will close by June 2026

B.C. Minister says the closure is part of an agreement requested by Vancouver around larger plans for the Granville Entertainment District, but not specifically related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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4 w. ago Granville Street social housing, subject of countless complaints and emergency calls, will close by June 2026

B.C. Minister says the closure is part of an agreement requested by Vancouver around larger plans for the Granville Entertainment District, but not specifically related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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4 w. ago Recent bear attacks, close encounters prompt calls to bring back Alberta’s grizzly hunt

Close calls and grizzly bear sightings among livestock has some wondering whether Alberta should bring back its long-banned grizzly hunt.

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