2 h. ago Michael Higgins: Toronto terror charges reflect a country that let the evil of antisemitism go unchecked

Who can be surprised that three Toronto men who allegedly targeted the Jewish community were using the very same tactics as Hamas?

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2 h. ago Berube to Maple Leafs: ‘We’re in the NHL. Let’s have some fun.’

Lineup changes possible as team heads to Nashville take face Predators on Saturday

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2 h. ago Five teens charged after allegedly stolen vehicle crashes into cemetary fence in Scarborough

Vehicle occupants suffered various injuries

Transport

3 h. ago Key questions about Minnesota’s fraud schemes and the billions in losses

The full scale of the federal fraud schemes targeting Minnesota-run programs remains unknown, but prosecutors now say losses could reach into the billions. Half or more of the roughly $18 billion in federal funds that supported 14 Minnesota-run programs since 2018 may have been stolen, First Assistant U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson told reporters Thursday. Fraud […]

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3 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays linked to Boston Red Sox slugger in free agency

The Toronto Blue Jays aren't done making big moves just yet.Despite having already spent plenty of money in free agency to bring in Dylan Cease, Cody Ponce, and Tyler Rogers, the Blue Jays brass still has one major priority left to complete: finding a big bat.The Blue Jays are still interested in re-signing shortstop Bo Bichette, who has reportedly informed teams that he is open to playing second base. They are also still kicking tires on four-time All-Star Kyle Tucker.And, while still looking to sign one, or perhaps both players, GM Ross Atkins and his staff may also be considering another very valuable hitter in Alex Bregman.Bregman, who is one of the best players available on the free-agent market, spent the 2025 season with the Boston Red Sox. The 31-year-old finished the year hitting .273 with 18 home runs and 62 RBI, numbers which helped him get named an All-Star for the third time in his career."I don't think the Blue Jays are done, I think they...

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3 h. ago Michael Bublé surprises seniors at Greater Vancouver Food Bank

'It’s really great to see that big of a name is seeing our cause and came in to shine a light on the work we are doing. It really means a lot to the community,' said Nicolas Garcia, distribution operations lead with the Greater Vancouver Food Bank

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3 h. ago Alberta's top doctor urges Albertans to get vaccinated as flu cases surge

Confirmed influenza cases have more than doubled since late November and health officials are urging Albertans to get vaccinated. In her first press conference as Alberta’s top doctor, Dr. Vivien Suttorp said what makes this flu season unique and with more hospitalizations is the predominance of influenza A H3N2. The strain historically impacts children, seniors […]

Science

3 h. ago Vanguard Investments Canada Announces Estimated 2025 Annual Capital Gains Distributions for the Vanguard ETFs®

VRE, VDY, VCE, VCN, VFV, VSP, VUN, VUS, VGG, VGH, VE, VDU, VEF, VIU, VI, VEE, VA, VXC, VVO, VMO, VVL, VCNS, VBAL, VGRO, VCIP, VEQT, VIDY, VRIF, VAB, VSB, VSC, VCB, VGV, VLB and VVSG TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vanguard Investments Canada Inc. today announced the estimated annual capital gains distributions […]

Economics

4 h. ago World Renowned Law Firm Grant & Eisenhofer Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Canadian Banks CIBC and RBC Alleging Illegal Stock Market Manipulation of Quantum BioPharma Shares

TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ: QNTM) (CSE: QNTM) (FRA: 0K91) (“Quantum BioPharma”), understands that Quantum BioPharma shareholder Paul Durkacz has filed a class action lawsuit alleging that investors in Quantum BioPharma were the victims of stock manipulation. The suit alleges that between January 6, 2021, and October 15, 2025, […]

Economics

5 h. ago ‘Worst call of my life’: Family of Toronto ‘mass shooting’ victim speak at sentencing

On Delroy Parkes’ birthday, his family told court a deferred custody sentence cannot undo the trauma left by the North Albion mass shooting.

Events

5 h. ago Toronto Transit Commission considering refunds for rider delays

When somebody is paying for a service, said City councillor Brad Bradford, that service 'ought to be delivered'

Society

5 h. ago 'Go Habs Go' sneaks back into STM system via sly Hellmann's ad campaign

" 'Go Habs Go' is not English, it's not French, it's sports," says Toronto advertising exec who created the cheeky métro billboards.

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5 h. ago Why this couple is selling their trendy cafe and leaving Toronto behind

Just a year after their grand opening, the couple behind one of the hottest new restaurants in Toronto is making the decision to quit while they're ahead, selling their business and moving out of the city entirely.Toronto is crazy about our coffee shops, and the city's residents are as faithful to their go-to spots as our neighbours in the U.K. are to their local pub, but that doesn't keep the odd unicorn from breaking through.The Junction's Coffee by Joy proved to be one such cafe in 2025.Founded by real-life couple Monika Novakova and Tomas Vitmajer, the minimalistic coffee shop has found itself the setting for an innumerable number of TikToks and Instagram posts during its first year in business.Coffee by Joy is one of the most talked-about cafe openings of 2025. Photo courtesy of Coffee by Joy.In August, months after the cafe officially opened in December of 2024, the couple also opened a gallery space in the cafe, turning the cafe itself into...

Economics

6 h. ago Georgia regulators approve huge electric generation increase for data centers

ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia’s only private electric utility plans to increase power capacity by 50% after state regulators on Friday agreed 5-0 that the plan is needed to meet projected demand from data centers. It would be one of the biggest build-outs in the U.S. to meet the insatiable electricity demand from developers of artificial […]

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6 h. ago Galantas Gold Provides Update on Acquisition of RDL Mining Corp. and Brokered Financing

Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Galantas Gold Corporation (TSX-V & AIM: GAL; OTCQB: GALKF) (“Galantas” or the “Company”) wishes to provide an update with respect to its previously announced acquisition (the “Transaction”) of all of the issued and outstanding shares […]

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6 h. ago Tenants file claims over unsafe living conditions at notorious Toronto apartment

Residents of one of Toronto's most notorious apartment buildings have filed two multi-tenant applications at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), following years of maintenance issues and pest infestations. Tenants of 500 Dawes Rd. in East York are seeking rent refunds and action against the building's landlord, Carolyn Kreb, citing years of neglect and unsafe conditions. For years, tenants say the building has been consistently deteriorating, with reports of crumbling balconies, water-damaged ceilings, rodent infestations, and ongoing maintenance issues that have gone unaddressed. Mayor Olivia Chow toured the apartment back in July, and heard from tenants who noted the building's water-damaged walls, out-of-service elevator, and rusted balcony guards. 1/ TODAY:Tenants at 500 Dawes Rd will be holding a brief press conference at 12pm to announce the filing of two multi-tenant applications at the Landlord & Tenant Board500 Dawes is considered among ...

Society

6 h. ago Canadian Large Cap Leaders Split Corp. Declares Distribution

TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NPS, NPS.PR.A) – Canadian Large Cap Leaders Split Corp. (the “Company”) announces distribution payable on January 14, 2026, to Class A and Preferred Shareholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2025. Share Class Ticker Amount Per Share Class A NPS 0.12500 Preferred NPS.PR.A […]

Politics

7 h. ago As a tough year wraps, Unifor’s Lana Payne prepares for more challenges ahead

TORONTO — The head of Canada’s largest private-sector union says she’s glad to be putting this year behind her, but next year will present a whole new set of daunting challenges. Unifor national president Lana Payne said in an interview Friday that tariffs imposed by the United States this year have meant a lot of […]

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7 h. ago A townhome in Zen Greystone South feels 'like a standalone home'

Zen Greystone South, a new collection by Avalon Master Builder in Cochrane, offers fenced backyards, double car garages and no condo fees.

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7 h. ago How ALCS hitting spree by Blue Jays’ Nathan Lukes triggered a U.S. betting scandal

Bookmaker DraftKings is attempting to void wagers placed by Massachusetts bettor who stood to win more than $1 million on a series of multi-leg bets.

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