77 m. ago Qualtech Seating Systems, a Magna plant, will shut down in October, cutting 49 jobs, the company said in a statement.

A London automotive parts plant is shutting down, hurt by the extended closing of the Cami Assembly plant in Ingersoll. Qualtech Seating Systems, a Magna plant, will shut down in October, the company said in a statement. The plant employs 49 people.  “Magna confirms it has communicated to employees at its Qualtech Seating Systems facility […]

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95 m. ago For the 4th Time, HotelPlanner Makes the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest

Three-Year Revenue Growth of 351% WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Inc. revealed today that HotelPlanner ranks 1245 in the list of the top 5000 fastest-growing private companies. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment — the independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Microsoft, […]

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3 h. ago Toronto food alley that just opened on a buzzy strip last year has closed down

An outdoor food market in Toronto that once boasted a dozen vendors has closed permanently after only a few months.Founded in October 2024, Queen West's Food Alley promised to be a one-of-a-kind addition to the landscape of the buzzing downtown core.Transforming a vacant lot into a culinary bazaar populated by upwards of 14 independent vendors served burgers, pizza, dumplings, ice cream and beyond to scores of hungry shoppers under draping Edison string lights.Toronto alley transforming into a new street food market https://t.co/GbaL8AwG8r— blogTO (@blogTO) September 20, 2024Honestly, it would have been a cool idea had it been able to stick around. Alas, no more than 10 months after opening its gate, the Food Alley suddenly announced via Instagram post that it was closing down permanently, with little explanation."This is a goodbye! Thank you Queen W.," the stylized image reads, adding, "Queen West, you've been a dream," in the c...

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11 h. ago A Toronto home that's been in the same family for over 100 years just hit the market

Toronto's Lawrence Park is famous for its stately multi-million dollar homes, manicured lawns, and more history than your average block in the city.But even among the area's grand old properties, 213 St. Leonards Ave. stands out for quite a unique reason: it's been in the same family for over a century; 102 years, in fact, according to its listing agent."We still have the original blueprints inside," says agent Michael Silverberg.A view into the dining room. He adds that the house is an original Tudor revival, and has "such great charm." "It's got the original facade, original brick around the fireplace and original floors," he tells us.An aerial view of the property. Sitting on a 50-foot-by-150-foot south-facing lot on one of Lawrence Park's most prestigious streets, it's pretty evident from one look that the home oozes heritage. The original front facade. The timeless exterior style that ...

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13 h. ago Valley Line West LRT construction prompts accessibility concerns from residents

Stephenson says ever since construction started in her neighbourhood, it's been a hassle navigating the roadblocks with her walker.

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14 h. ago City politicians Wednesday threw their support behind London Hydro creating  an “affiliate” that would be able offer additional services than the utility, generating more revenue.

An affiliate, overseen by city hall, would not be regulated and can move more freely in the private sector, said the chief executive London Hydro.

Politics

15 h. ago London police release details of suspect in Old East Village shooting

Investigators believe the suspect left in a white SUV, heading west on York Street, police said.

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15 h. ago Vancouver realtor wants $2 million for False Creek lot that's valued at $1,500 and likely can't be developed

Ice-hockey rink sized vacant lot was sold in 2003 for $7,081 and is used as public space for South False Creek residents

Economics

16 h. ago Air quality concerns linger in the wake of steel plant explosion in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania county where an explosion at a U.S. Steel plant south of Pittsburgh killed two people and injured more than 10 others announced Thursday that it is stepping up air quality monitoring in the area of the sprawling facility that has a troubled environmental record. The Allegheny County Health Department announced that mobile air […]

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17 h. ago Conservation group warns against West Fraser Timber's push for higher logging limits in southern Alberta

The current cut level, set by the province in 2017, is 157,800 cubic metres a year. West Fraser is proposing to raise that to 208,000 cubic metres annually under a new 10-year plan spanning 2025 to 2035

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17 h. ago B.C. crime news: Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires | Illegal smoke store supplier nabbed in traffic stop | West Van assault suspect sought

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

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17 h. ago B.C. crime news: Burnaby RCMP seize seven kilos of cocaine, cash | Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires |

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

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19 h. ago 'Business as usual' if Air Canada workers strike: London airport

An Air Canada strike won't affect operations at London International Airport because service is provided by Jazz Aviation, the airport says

Society

22 h. ago You said it: Shoppers flock to London's new Mediterranean grocery store

Metro-owned Mediterranean and Middle Eastern supermarket Adonis welcomed eager customers to the grand opening of its 16th location in London

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22 h. ago Environment Canada warns of heavy rain, up to 80mm, for parts of B.C.’s south coast

The weather agency says a frontal system that's unseasonably laden with moisture is expected to cross B.C.'s south coast on Friday.

Culture

22 h. ago Edmonton events: Creed comes to Rogers Place, Dragon Boat Festival returns, Wild Mushroom Expo, and Bleak Party

Creed: Swinging some big nostalgia for the end of the 20th century (and the nightmare-sequel Woodstock apparently) with their Return of the Summer of ’99 Tour, the My Own Prisoners are at the big rink Tuesday night. While avidly exploring religious themes with spirited aplomb, let’s repeat once more that the Florida-born, post-grunge Creed is […]

Culture

23 h. ago Motorcyclist faces attempted murder charges in King West Village shooting

A man and a woman, both in their 30s, sustained life-threatening and life-altering injuries

Events

24 h. ago London's Zack Fry recalls car crash that sidelined him from CFL game

“Just got hit and then we were flipped upside down,” said Fry, who was forced to miss one game due to a minor neck injury after the crash

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24 h. ago A London plant making copper products that recently broke ground on a major expansion, has vowed to take the threat of U.S. tariffs “head on,”said the head of  a London manufacturing group.

Great Lakes Copper, Canada’s only copper milling plant, recently announced a 90,000 sq. ft. expansion to its Clarke Road facility.

Economics

24 h. ago Canadians boycotting U.S. trips at record numbers while more Americans travel north

For the first time in at least five years, American travel to Canada has outnumbered Canadian visits to the United States, according to new data.Statistics Canada released its latest international arrivals numbers on Monday. It found that 1.8 million Americans travelled north by car in July, while only 1.7 million Canadian residents returned by car from a visit to the U.S.According to the report, Canadians visiting the U.S. by land saw a steep 36.9 per cent decline from July 2024. Comparatively, American trips to Canada in July declined 7.4 per cent from the same time last year.It reveals a sharp switch-up after years of Canadian travel down south outnumbering Americans visiting Canada.U.S.-resident trips to Canada by automobile, July 2019 to 2025. (Statistics Canada)StatCan included cross-border travel data dating back to 2019 that shows the rare reversal in travel patterns. Canadians visiting the U.S. routinely outpaced American travel to Canada up until last month.Trave...

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