3 h. ago Waterloo realtor loses job over homophobic slur caught on video

But Jeff Blackham has since apologized and taken steps to educate himself and learn from his 'mistake'

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19 h. ago REI Says It Made a ‘Mistake’ by Endorsing Interior Secretary Doug Burgum

The outdoor retailer’s CEO retracted its support in a video posted on social media.

Politics

25 h. ago Verde Announces Court Approval of Debt Renegotiation Agreement

The Agreement Secures Extended Payment Terms and Reduced Interest Rates, Enhancing Liquidity SINGAPORE, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verde Agritech Ltd (TSX: “NPK”) (“Verde” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the civil court has homologated Verde’s Debt Renegotiation Agreement, as disclosed in press releases dated October 2, 20241 and November 11, 20242. […]

Economics

28 h. ago Varcoe: A blueprint for growth — Finding new export markets for oil, propane offers Canada 'huge opportunity'

'Any economics degree would say there's always value to optionality'

Economics

44 h. ago How shopping at this fresh Canadian market is more than a regular grocery store trip

Making a list, grabbing those reusable bags, and heading out to shop for the weekly grocery essentials... It's one of those errands that just won't quit. And sometimes, grocery shopping in Toronto can dip into the boring category too, with lacklustre product offerings and a dull shopping experience.Luckily, that's never been the case with Farm Boy, and with "A Farm Boy Fresh Twist," they're reaffirming their commitment to an elevated experience when it comes to shopping for all your favourite goodies.Intrigued? Here's how shopping with Farm Boy is more than your regular old grocery store shop.All the local, Canadian productsO'yes, Canadiana incoming!Proudly Canadian-owned and operated, Farm Boy boasts a seriously huge range of Canadian products, from right here in Ontario to treats from across the nation.Needing to check it out for myself, I took a trip to my local Farm Boy and was greeted with signs indicating which products are Canadian, advertising their specific origin or l...

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47 h. ago Toronto Maple Leafs bringing back huge free tailgate parties for playoffs

It's a tale as old as time: the Toronto Maple Leafs have once again clinched a spot in the NHL playoffs, and the team is bringing back its legendary tailgate viewing parties to give fans the chance to celebrate for free in Maple Leaf Square.NHL Playoff season has become something of an annual (if not bittersweet) tradition in Toronto, and for good reason. 2025 marks the ninth consecutive season that Toronto's equally beloved and beleaguered Maple Leafs find themselves on the road to the Stanley Cup, blanketing the city with ample excitement and anticipation.Hopes are high this year, as the team has clinched a top-two finish in the Atlantic Division and secured a home ice advantage for the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.Let's just hope that another tradition — you know, the one where the Leafs don't end up winning the Stanley Cup — doesn't end up panning out as usual.While a ticket to see the team take the ice in person could already set you b...

Culture

53 h. ago Jesse Kline: Renegotiating CUSMA early would be a huge mistake

Canada will be in a much better negotiating position a year from now than we are today

Other

3 d. ago Toronto neighbours fear huge tower may give them cancer and collapse their homes

A local neighbourhood group is concerned about an approved plan to construct a 42-storey tower in their area, raising a long list of fears about the new development in an open letter shared earlier this month.The group, which calls itself "Concerned Residents of Willowdale," has various concerns about the planned tower at 2810–2816 Bayview Avenue.Among the group's fears, they claim that the construction of this new tower will put them at risk of a rare type of cancer and even the potential for excavation of the adjacent site to collapse their homes.A representative of the group reached out, sharing concerns about the City's approval of the plan "right behind single-family homes."The proposal site occupies a major street steps from a key intersection, a subway station, and Highway 401, though residents of single-family homes to the rear are fighting back. Google Street View."This decision overrides zoning laws, ignores health and safety risks, and sets a dangerous precedent for...

Science

4 d. ago Huge festival bringing over 100 music and comedy stars to Toronto next month

Toronto music and comedy fans are in for a treat this spring because a massive festival is coming to town with some huge stars.The 42nd edition of Departure Festival is bringing more than 100 artists from across the city, Canada and the world together from May 6 to 11.Whether you're looking to dance all night to great music or laugh it up with some of the biggest stand-ups in the world, there's a show for you to discover at the 40+ venues across Toronto. And tickets and passes are on sale now."We're showcasing over 100 emerging and established artists across music and comedy, giving Toronto fans plenty to discover," said Pat Murphy, Festival Director."Whether it's the next chart-topping musician or a comedian destined for the big stage, it's a great time to support Canadian talent and catch future stars on their way up." The Departure Festival Music Pass grants you access to over 100 showcase artists, including Toronto's own Jade Hilton, Priyana, Rochester, Charlie Houston, Sea...

Culture

4 d. ago ’Extremely troubling’ that U.S. can’t provide details on mistakenly deported man, judge says

GREENBELT, Md. — A federal judge on Friday lambasted a government lawyer who couldn’t explain what, if anything, the Trump administration has done to arrange for the return of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported last month to a notorious prison in El Salvador. The U.S. government attorney also struggled to provide any information […]

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5 d. ago Toronto Blue Jays gave Guerrero Jr. some cool perks in huge $500M deal

The Toronto Blue Jays made a bit of history this week, officially inking Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to one of the largest deals in sports history.Guerrero's US$500-million contract over 14 years is the fifth-biggest ever by an athlete, the most by any player on a Canadian team, and the third-biggest ever in the MLB behind only Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani.But even though other deals might end up with higher dollar values in the actual amount of the deal, there's something no athlete making more than Guerrero can say is in their contract clause.As per baseball insider Jon Heyman, Guerrero Jr. gets four premium tickets to each home game, but also a full suite inside of the Rogers Centre.Vlad Guerrero Jr.Jays$500M/14Signing Bonus - $325M (payable 2025-2039)$17M - 2026, 2027$16M - 2028$15M - 2029$14,5M- 2030-32$12,5M - 2033, 2034$11,5M - 2035$10,5M - 2036$7M - 2037$6,25M - 2038, 2039Awards bonuses4 premium seats, 1 suiteFull No Trade— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) April 10, 2025For a ballpark...

Economics

5 d. ago Mark Carney shows major love to Toronto band in latest Nardwuar interview

Prime Minister Mark Carney has a special place in his heart for a particular Toronto band, and he showed it on full display in a new interview with the iconic Nardwuar the Human Serviette.Like with every federal election, Nardwuar invites all party leaders to be interviewed and have a quintessential Nardwuar convo.And this time around, Carney was down for the ride.As the customary Nardwuarpresents roll on out, Carney is gifted with the classic Time to Win EP from Toronto's Down with Webster (DTW), to which he laughs and immediately throws up the DTW 'W.' Admitting to being a huge fan, the PM dishes on the lore with the legendary rockers (shout out the Beaches!) and reminisces on first hearing them at a live show."From the first tuba sounds of 'Time to Win,' I was hooked," he said, referencing the 2009 tune that dominated middle school halls at the time.That tune was also on heavy rotation during Carney's campaign trails, where it was played after his rallies...

Politics

5 d. ago Here's the story behind the giant tower above an Ontario kitchen business

A somewhat out-of-place tower rises high above a kitchen and bath showroom in Mississauga, but this landmark has a fascinating past that long predates the current business on site.Anyone who has ever ventured through the Queensway and Dixie area at the eastern edge of Mississauga has likely seen the tall tower rising high above the AyA Kitchens and Baths showroom at 1551 Caterpillar Road.But why does a home renovation business need a huge tower? The 18-storey structure — far taller than anything else in the neighbourhood — topped with the illuminated AyA Sign, may look like a giant advertisement today, but it is actually a relic from long before the current business moved in.This large structure is a former elevator test tower originally constructed for the now-defunct Dover Corporation, an elevator manufacturer that operated from 1955, becoming one of the top global elevator companies until it was bought out in 1999.Dover was based in Toronto for much of the 20th c...

Economics

6 d. ago Lorne Gunter: Voters' faith in Grits for resource development is staggeringly foolish

Of course, I’ve noticed the huge crowds Pierre Poilievre has been attracting to his rallies. They are the biggest campaign rallies for any Canadian politician in more than 50 years. Perhaps ironically, the only rallies as large or larger were those held by Pierre Trudeau’s in the late 1960s and early ‘70s. The big difference […]

Sport

6 d. ago Huge signing bonus could save Blue Jays’ Vlad Guerrero Jr. millions in taxes: Report

Slugger's new 14-year extension include a whopping $325-million US signing bonus.

Economics

6 d. ago Huge signing bonus could save Blue Jays’ Vlad Guerrero Jr. millions in taxes

Slugger's new 14-year extension include a whopping $325-million US signing bonus.

Economics

7 d. ago Hudson's Bay announces huge warehouse sale in Toronto amid liquidation

Hudson's Bay has just announced a major warehouse sale, the likes of which we've rarely seen, while liquidation continues at the majority of its stores in Canada.It's been a tough go for Canada's oldest company, as Hudson's Bay filed for creditor protection last month, sending the majority of its locations across the country into liquidation, slated to close in the coming months.Fortunately for consumers, business struggles for them can also mean major savings for us, and, in their latest move, The Bay is announcing major price cutbacks at their warehouse.While regularly, shoppers can expect to find discounts of up to 30 per cent off Hudson's Bay products at their Etobicoke warehouse, this sale is ramping things way up, with discounts of up to 60 per cent off everything.When I say everything, I really do mean everything. You'll be able to score 60 per cent off furniture and 50 per cent off patio furniture, on top of discounts on kitchenware, apparel, decor, handbags and ev...

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8 d. ago Huge stretch of TTC subway spanning almost 5km will close all weekend

TTC commuters will have yet another subway outage to contend with this weekend.The transit agency plans to shut down a stretch of the Line 2–Bloor Danforth spanning eight stations along almost five kilometres of track on April 12-13, 2025.Subway riders will have to navigate a large gap in coverage between Ossington and Jane stations due to ongoing track work on this portion of Line 2, relegating commuters to cramped and unreliable shuttle bus service.The TTC is advising passengers that Runnymede, High Park, Lansdowne, and Dufferin stations will be closed, while the other four stations on the affected stretch will remain open for riders to purchase fares and connect with surface routes.This weekend's coming service disruption is just one of 38 full-weekend subway closures planned for 2025 that were announced by the TTC earlier this year.Regular subway service on this stretch is set to resume Monday, April 14, at approximately 6 a.m.However, that depends on your definition ...

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8 d. ago Canadian couple likely the only business owners on Australia’s Norfolk Island to face US tariffs

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Jesse Schiller and Rachel Evans are likely the only business owners on Australia’s Norfolk Island to be directly affected by the Trump administration’s tariffs, as the South Pacific outpost they call home exports nothing to the United States. The Canadian couple, both aged 41, own a business that makes plastic-free hair […]

Economics

8 d. ago ‘A mistake’ and ‘masochistic’: Major investors, CEOs and economists lash out at Trump tariffs

Major figures in the investing world are questioning the wisdom of the tariffs

Politics