60 m. ago Why the Blue Jays are so high on top prospect Arjun Nimmala: ‘He’s got a bright future’

'The intellect and his ability to use his brain to impact his baseball skills are the things that stand out to me.'

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69 m. ago Breakfast Television’s Frank Ferragine calls it quits, jokes ‘Toronto traffic has a lot to do with it’

Frankie Flowers dropped the surprising news during Wednesday morning's broadcast

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82 m. ago First West hires 26 student interns across Canada despite high youth unemployment

LANGLEY, B.C., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — B.C.-based financial institution First West Credit Union has announced today its continued commitment to local communities by providing young Canadians with employment opportunities.  Twenty-six post-secondary students seeking to gain experience in business, finance, human resources and technology have been placed in paid summer positions across First West, […]

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93 m. ago Leafs’ Joseph Woll gets Game 2 start against Florida Panthers with Anthony Stolarz ruled out

With Anthony Stolarz ruled out, Toronto turns to backup goalie in playoff series against Florida Panthers.

Culture

1 hour ago International Petroleum Corporation Announces 2025 Annual General Meeting Voting Results

TORONTO, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce the voting results from the Corporation’s 2025 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders held on May 7, 2025 in Calgary, Alberta. Number of Directors The number of Directors of the Corporation was set at […]

Society

2 h. ago World Education Services Celebrates 25 Years of Impact in Canada with New Scholarship Initiatives

TORONTO, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, World Education Services (WES) announces two new scholarship initiatives in Canada—one focused on expanding career pathways for immigrant youth and the other dedicated to helping refugee students access higher education. These awards, totaling over $150,000 in funding, will be celebrated at a special event this week in […]

Culture

2 h. ago Equipment Sales & Service Limited is a 2025 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club designation, having retained its Best Managed designation for seven consecutive years or more.

Equipment Sales & Service Limited named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies TORONTO, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equipment Sales & Service Limited was recognized for its industry-leading performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2025 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award.  Celebrating over 30 years, Canada’s Best Managed […]

Economics

3 h. ago Epineuron Announces Topline Pilot Study Results Published in Bioelectronic Medicine Showing the Potential of the PeriPulse® System in Accelerating Nerve Regeneration

TORONTO — A groundbreaking first-in-human trial has revealed the potential of the PeriPulse® Nerve Stimulation System, a wearable temporary nerve stimulator, in enabling electrical stimulation therapy for the regeneration of acutely injured peripheral nerves. In a study published in Bioelectronic Medicine, results showed a significant and sustained improvement in sensation, with 87.5% of treated patients […]

Economics

3 h. ago FirstService Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Shares

TORONTO, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FirstService Corporation (TSX: FSV; NASDAQ: FSV) (“FirstService“) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the outstanding Common Shares of US$0.275 per Common Share. The dividend is payable on July 8, 2025 to holders of Common Shares of record at the close […]

Culture

3 h. ago HGreg receives a Mercure Award in the EDC International Market Development category

MONTRÉAL — Last night, HGreg was honoured at the 2025 Mercuriades Awards ceremony, organized by the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec (FCCQ), by receiving the Mercure Award in the EDC International Market Development category. The company was also a finalist in the TELUS Technology Innovation category. The EDC International Market Development Award recognizes […]

Society

3 h. ago Qatar positions itself as ‘capital of sports’ to hit 2030 tourism goal ahead of schedule

International tourist arrivals surged to 5.1 million last year, up 25% from 2023

Sport

3 h. ago Justin Bieber chose watching the Leafs game over attending the Met Gala

Justin Bieber might be one of the world's most famous people, but his Toronto Maple Leafs fandom appears to come first.While his wife, Hailey, was out in the streets of New York City at the Met Gala, Bieber appears to have passed up an opportunity to be her plus-one.With the Leafs in the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs against the Florida Panthers, Bieber opted to stay at the couple's California home to watch the game.And it wasn't exactly the most humble place to be watching it.After dropping his thoughts on Monday that this would be the "yearski" for the Leafs to win the Stanley Cup, Bieber shared pictures and videos of one of the biggest TV screens you could possibly imagine. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Justin Bieber (@justinbieber)The Leafs got the victory on the evening, though much of the postgame conversation circled around the health of goaltender Anthony Stolarz, who left the game midway through the second perio...

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3 h. ago Canadian airlines keep scrapping flights to U.S. as demand plummets

The tariff troubles between Canada and the U.S. have forced residents on both sides of the border to reconsider their travel plans, so much so that airlines are now adjusting flight schedules to match the sudden dip in demand for trips between the two nations.Given the current politics, nearly one million fewer Canucks crossed into the States this March compared to the same month last year, many of them feeling "betrayed" by President Donald Trump and our neighbours to the south.Hubs in popular sun destinations, like Palm Beach International Airport and Orlando International Airport in Florida, have been hit particularly hard, seeing double-digit decreases in incoming seat capacity.As homegrown carriers look to match their offerings to the current landscape ahead of what is usually the busiest season for U.S. travel, some are reducing the frequency of certain routes, or even axing them complete...

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3 h. ago Vandalism cuts Rogers internet in eastern Ottawa, repairs on going

Rogers internet users in Embrun, Russell, Orleans and Gloucester are experiencing outages on Wednesday morning.

Technology

3 h. ago Philip Morris International Holds 2025 Virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders

STAMFORD, CT — Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) held its 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders today. André Calantzopoulos, Chairman of the Board, addressed shareholders and answered questions. Jacek Olczak, Chief Executive Officer, gave a business presentation, which included an overview of PMI’s: excellent 2024 performance and impressive start to 2025; achievement […]

Society

4 h. ago Celebrate iconic hair on Mother's Day weekend at free Toronto pop

Self-expression isn't a trend — it's a legacy. The healthy-hair experts at OGX® are celebrating Canadian women and their hair journeys with the Mane Moments Gallery pop-up in Toronto on May 10 and 11.  There have been some truly iconic hairstyles over the years, from bobs to blowouts and everything in between. After all, hair is never just hair — it's a means of expression for all walks of life, and it's estimated that the average woman changes her hairstyle 150 times in her lifetime. Kaboompics.com/PexelsAlong with displays of epic styles that have been rocked over the years, the pop-up gallery will also offer personalized hair consultations to help take your hair care routine to the next level, with the chance to receive full-sized OGX® products to enjoy at home, while supplies last. Healthier hair, to-goMane Moments Gallery will not only feature hairstyles of the past, but also spotlight the future o...

Culture

4 h. ago Hollywood est sans frontières, rappelle à Trump le directeur général du Festival international du film de Toronto

Le «génie de la création» est sans frontières et Hollywood une «industrie internationale» par excellence.

Society

4 h. ago How the steep U.S. tariffs on China are pushing up the price of new baby equipment in B.C.

Because most retailers here buy through U.S.-based distributors, they have to pay the 145 per cent tariffs imposed by the U.S. on goods manufactured in China

Economics

4 h. ago Free sakura festival inspired by Japan arrives in Ontario this weekend

The annual Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Festival in Burlington returns this May with traditional drumming, dance, martial arts demonstrations and of course, stunning blooms. The event coincides with the 36th anniversary of the city's twinning agreement with Itabashi, Japan.Hosted by the Burlington Mundialization Committee, the free event will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 1 to 3:30 p.m.Festivities will be held at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre Family Lobby and Spencer Smith Park.What to expect:This year's celebration features a full lineup of cultural performances and activities. The day will start with greetings from Mayor Marianne Meed Ward and Consul General of Japan MATSUNAGA Takeshi.Burlington's own Do Kon Daiko drumming group will kick off the festivities with an energetic taiko performance.Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy karate, aikido, and iaido demonstrations, a performance by internationally acclaimed taiko ensemble Nagata Shachu, and trad...

Culture

4 h. ago Disney announces its first Middle East theme park in Abu Dhabi

It will be the company’s first all-new location since the Shanghai Disney Resort opened in 2016

Culture