2 h. ago ‘STEP BACKWARDS’: World Cup will have ‘ravine strategy,’ but not free transit

While Toronto’s environmental plan focuses on things like diversity and animal rights, the city will fall short of FIFA’s recent standards by scrapping free rides for soccer ticket holders.

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6 h. ago Where Will Crypto Mining Go Next? PFMCrypto Launches New Mobile Cloud Mining App for Earning Anytime, Anywhere

Turn spare time into crypto earnings—PFMCrypto’s new mobile app lets users mine digital assets remotely, settle in multiple tokens, and build passive income on the go (Supports BTC, DOGE, XRP, ETH Settlement). Farington, England, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With rising interest in alternative ways to grow digital wealth, PFMCrypto is proud to announce […]

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16 h. ago Edmonton Oilers can add, then add some more, by subtracting one key contract

Edmonton is going need more oomph from its forwards to keep winning in the playoffs, more speed, more aggression, more size, more tactical cunning. The Oilers lack the cap space to bring in all those necessary ingredients, and team management has got some making up to do that regard, having made two terrible roster moves […]

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21 h. ago Human remains located after California fireworks warehouse explosion

Investigators have located human remains following an explosion at a Northern California fireworks warehouse, Yolo County said in a statement Friday. Seven were missing after the Tuesday fireworks explosion near Esparto, which gripped the small farming community. It sparked a massive fire that led to other spot fires. Nearby Fourth of July celebrations were called […]

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21 h. ago Home cooking has served Blue Jays well in club’s climb atop AL East

As the expression goes, home is where the heart is, but at the heart of the Blue Jays’ ascension to the top of the AL East has been their record at home. With the visiting Los Angeles Angels in town to complete Toronto’s current seven-game homestand, the team won’t be back at Rogers Centre until […]

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23 h. ago Norwegian company has plans for LNG export project in Quebec

MONTREAL — As Canada looks to fast-track major projects that could reduce its dependence on the United States, a new subsidiary of a Norwegian energy company says it wants to build a liquefied natural gas export facility in Quebec. Marinvest Energy Canada says there is a strong business case for an LNG project in Quebec […]

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24 h. ago Edmonton's largest school boards welcome provincial action team to tackle aggression and complexity

"We need to see base funding for education in the province move up so that we can support students in the ways that they need to be"

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24 h. ago B.C. quadruples size of hate crimes team as incidents surge by 23%

Public Safety Minister Gary Begg announced the expansion Friday, which will take the unit, which is a part of the B.C. RCMP, from two officers to a team of eight.

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25 h. ago Here's why a horse was randomly at Toronto Maple Leafs prospect practice

When they were picked by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL Draft last week, many of the team's new young prospects probably imagined the bright lights of Scotiabank Arena and the fame and fortune that could come with the life of a professional hockey player.But the Maple Leafs appear to be trying out an interesting tactic to teach their youngsters some new tricks.This week, the team welcomed 48 prospects to their annual development event, taking place in and around Toronto.And while most of their work was done either on the ice or in the gym, the team also decided to enlist a horse trainer to do one of their exercises.Yeeeehaw 🤠Fun morning at the stables with Hanleys Horses and world class trainer Jeff Davis from Downunder Horsemanship 🐴 pic.twitter.com/jf5NzLaZHd— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) July 4, 2025"We brought in a world-class horse trainer to spend a couple of hours. Actually, we brought in a wild colt, a wild horse, to talk about how you manage emotio...

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26 h. ago Canada awaits private sector move on Pacific crude pipeline, minister says

Canada's Natural Resources Minister, Tim Hodgson, said that Ottawa has not been presented yet with any private sector plan to build a new oil pipeline to the west coast.

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26 h. ago Yankees announcer has made an enemy of Toronto Blue Jays fans

New York Yankees announcer Michael Kay might be regretting stirring up the Toronto Blue Jays fans — and one of his cross-border colleagues — this week.It all started earlier this week when Kay, the longtime voice of the Yankees for YES Network, took to his radio show to discuss the Blue Jays beating New York 12-5 on Canada Day at the Rogers Centre."The Blue Jays are not a first-place team, I'm sorry." Kay said. "If you look at the run differential, the Yankees' run differential is +105. The Blue Jays, after their 12-5 win, finally got into the positive yesterday, they're +4. Do you realize that they should be a .500 team?"How do people genuinely listen to this idiot, man pic.twitter.com/lcrLAnymQd— mj (@Hockey_Is_All) July 2, 2025At the time, the Jays were one game back of the Yankees for first place in the American League East. While they've not blown out their opponents in nearly as many games as the Yankees, a strong record in...

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27 h. ago Buzzy Toronto sandwich spot finally reopening after closing for a year

A Toronto sandwich shop unlike any other in the city is finally about to open after being shut down for a year.While sandwich shops in Toronto are in no short supply, we're firm believers in the "the more, the merrier" approach, particularly when it comes to the ones that put a unique spin on one of the most widely available food formats around.It's for that exact reason that the sudden and quiet closure of Corktown staple FAMO Sandwiches in the spring of 2024 was particularly heartbreaking.Open in the neighbourhood for eight years, the sandwich shop made its name crafting juicy, dense sandwiches using alternative cuts of meat, which are, tragically, often discarded (or, if schoolyard urban legends are to be believed, turned into street meat).Beef tongue, oxtail, burgers and breaded fish tacos graced the menu of the celebrated sandwich shop, all crafted with the bits and pieces that often go overlooked despite being no less delicious, and FAMO s...

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27 h. ago Masai Ujiri shares heartfelt message to Toronto after being fired by Raptors

Former Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri showed up in a bit of an unlikely location to address his departure from the franchise.The former Raptors exec took to Good Morning America for his first public comments since leaving the team."It's been 12 incredible years with the Toronto Raptors," Ujiri said to host Robin Roberts. "I am so grateful and thankful for the opportunity. Fans, my family, colleagues, coaches, players, the owners, everybody has been incredible to me. I love you, Toronto. I love you Toronto. A great part, great journey in my life. It's time, and great things come to an end."Ujiri was also asked if he'd consider going to another NBA franchise."Do you have a job for me?" he joked.MLSE CEO Keith Pelley officially spoke on Ujiri's dismissal (by reported mutual agreement) last week in a press conference.Pelley touted that Ujiri's departure was "my decision supported by the board," publicly rebuffing claims ...

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27 h. ago Lionel Messi making Canada trip for Inter Miami’s clash with CF Montreal

MONTREAL — CF Montreal is bracing for a visit from Lionel Messi. Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano said Friday the Argentine great is expected to travel to Montreal and be available to play in Saturday’s Major League Soccer match at Stade Saputo. Mascherano dismissed the idea of leaving Messi in Florida, noting the team […]

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28 h. ago Familiar face, Curtis Lazar looking forward to joining Edmonton Oilers

“I showed up in Edmonton as a teenager and I’m coming back with a wife and two kids (boys aged four and two) and a couple of dogs... and here we go"

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29 h. ago Red Bull’s Christian Horner says Max Verstappen intends to stay despite Mercedes links

SILVERSTONE, England (AP) — Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has said Max Verstappen intends to stay with the team for next year despite speculation about a move to Mercedes which would shake up Formula 1. Verstappen has repeatedly declined to say he’s committed to Red Bull for 2026 following a suggestion last week from […]

Culture

29 h. ago Jets to reintroduce local hockey hero Toews to Winnipeggers Friday

Jonathan Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion named in 2017 as one of the 100 greatest players in NHL history, will be formally introduced as a Jet at a press conference.

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29 h. ago Edmonton Oilers hot after star Tampa Bay prospect but no deal yet

This in from NHL hockey writer Frank Seravalli, news that the Edmonton Oilers were close to acquiring Tampa prospect Isaac Howard, voted the top hockey player in U.S. college hockey last season, only to see the deal fall through. Speaking on the Kevin Karius Show on Edmonton Sports 1440 earlier this week, Seravalli spelled out […]

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31 h. ago Unusual pelican sightings at Fanshawe Lake build buzz among birders

A group of American white pelicans have been turning heads at Fanshawe Lake this summer, drawing interest from local birders and nature lovers who rarely see the species this far south.

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32 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays pitcher goes on Tim Hortons coffee run in full uniform

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman seems to be fully embracing his new roots.The 32-year-old closer, who was originally drafted ninth overall by the Blue Jays in 2014, chose to sign a three-year, $30 million deal in Toronto this past offseason. Despite being born in America, he appears to be doing everything he can to embrace both his new city and country.On Thursday, the Blue Jays uploaded a video of Hoffman making a run to Tim Hortons in his full gear.Quick Tims run for the team? ☕️Hoff's got us covered! pic.twitter.com/AENEJ6dq1n— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) July 3, 2025"I drink coffee every morning," Hoffman says in the clip. "I have four kids, so coffee is usually the best way that I can start my day. I feel like the best way to do that here in Canada is to make a Tim Hortons run."Hoffman showed up at the popular Canadian fast food chain with a large list of items his teammates had requested."I have a bit of a big order that the guys se...

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