1 hour ago MANDEL: Kids are safe for now — bail hearing delayed for convicted pedophile

Well, at least our children are safe for the next two weeks. Convicted pedophile Lucas Petrini was supposed to have a bail hearing Wednesday and many concerned parents in the west end feared he’d be set free. But his video appearance at the Toronto courthouse was adjourned until March 26 while he tries to retain […]

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2 h. ago LEAF NOTES: Extra scrutiny for Mitch Marner in Thursday homecoming

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. might have taken away Mitch Marner’s lead in Toronto contract headlines for a couple of days, but the Maple Leaf winger is sure to retain it now that he’s home.  Marner’s usual enthusiastic shouts were heard at the Ford Centre on Wednesday in the team’s first practice there in a couple of weeks, though […]

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3 h. ago INSIDE THE LEAFS: Did the Leafs make the right move asking Mitch Marner to waive his no

WATCH BELOW the latest episode of Inside The Leafs, Postmedia’s Rob Wong speaks with Toronto Sun Maple Leafs writers Terry Koshan and Lance Hornby about the Maple Leafs reportedly asking Mitch Marner to waive his no-trade clause in a potential deal for Carolina’s Mikko Rantanen and what they have thought about the new additions in […]

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5 h. ago It will be 20 degrees in Ontario this weekend but don't celebrate winter's end yet

It may feel as if spring has finally sprung in Toronto, but residents shouldn't let this week's mild conditions fool them, because there are still apparently a few colder days to come before the winter is over.The city has been graced with a few days of sunny skies and double-digit temperatures reminiscent of early patio season, and as of Wednesday afternoon, the short-term forecast shows even balmier weather is on the way this weekend, albeit peppered with rain.Unfortunately for those eager for the changing seasons, though, a chill will return soonafter.While The Weather Network (TWN) says thermometers will hit 16 C at the city's airport on both Saturday and Sunday — with other parts of the province potentially seeing temps as high as 20 C — those out and about are in for a swing of around 20 degrees within mere hours as things drop down to 0 C or colder.TWN is calling for a low of 0 C and a wind chill of -5 C overnight Sunday, and Environment and Climate Chan...

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5 h. ago Republican Maine lawmaker sues House speaker over censure for post on transgender athlete

SCARBOROUGH, Maine — A Republican lawmaker in Maine has sued the state’s Democratic House speaker over her censure that followed a social media post about a transgender athlete participating in high school sports. Rep. Laurel Libby’s posted about a high school athlete who won a girls’ track competition. The post included a photo of the […]

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5 h. ago The one factor key to how the Toronto Raptors schedule travel on NBA road trips

The Toronto Raptors, like most NBA franchises, have always had a habit of having a strong attention to detail.Second-year coach Darko Rajakovic lines up well with that phenomenon, having garnered a reputation for his meticulous development plans for each and every player.Recently, the Raptors skipper joined the X&Os Chat podcast in his native Serbian, where he dove into many topics, including his journey into the NBA and how he deals with coaching young players.But perhaps the most interesting insight involved Rajakovic explaining how he prioritizes sleep when the team goes on road trips, including working with the team staff to ensure their travel schedule is as smooth as possible."Sleep is the cheapest and the best medication not only for professional athletes, but for every person. When you sleep well, you are in a better mood. It regulates body chemistry and proper nutrition throughout the day… you don't change your patterns," Rajakovic said on the show."Tru...

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5 h. ago ECN Capital Announces C$75 Million Bought Deal Offering of 6.50% Listed Convertible Senior Unsecured Debentures

Not for distribution to the U.S. Newswire Services or Dissemination in the United States Base shelf prospectus is accessible, and prospectus supplement will be accessible within two business days, on SEDAR+ TORONTO, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ECN Capital Corp. (TSX: ECN) (“ECN Capital” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into […]

Economics

6 h. ago Toronto woman pleads guilty to negligence in dog attack that seriously injured child

A Toronto woman who faced multiple charges in a dog attack that seriously injured a child has pleaded guilty to some of them, including a criminal charge of negligence. Court records show Patrycja Siarek entered the pleas in a Toronto court last Friday. She had also been charged with infractions under the provincial Dog Owners’ […]

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6 h. ago LCBO denies viral photos of hilarious Wayne Gretzky wine labels in Toronto

Pictures allegedly taken at a downtown Toronto LCBO are going absolutely viral on social media this week in light of how hilarious — and timely, given current events — they are.A shopper perusing the offerings at the Manulife Centre location of the Crown retailer on Bloor Street claims to have spotted some peculiar product tags for one particular brand of wine: the line by Canadian hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. And they have some very convincing photo evidence to back it up.The viral post was removed from Reddit Tuesday, though the link still shows the hundreds of comments it racked up.The once-unanimously beloved Gretzky, as anyone who has been reading the news will know, has fallen out of favour in some camps recently due to his affiliation with Donald Trump, who considers the world-renowned athlete a close friend and "fantastic guy," as well as a supporter.As some fans disown Gretzky amid Trump's economic attack on Canada through tariffs and threats of a...

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7 h. ago Interest rate cut to reduce the impact of trade war: CPA Canada’s chief economist

TORONTO, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Bank of Canada’s decision to cut its key interest rate aims at softening the impact of an escalating trade war with the U.S. as the Canadian economy begins to falter from its strong footing at the start of 2025. The trade uncertainty has spiked inflation expectations among […]

Economics

8 h. ago MEDIA ADVISORY: Health Coalition to announce response to court rulings on Bill 7 Charter Challenge and Orchard Villa case

TORONTO, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The courts have ruled on two cases impacting thousands of elderly hospital patients and long-term care residents in Ontario and the Ontario Health Coalition is holding a press conference to announce their response. The first case, known as the Bill 7 Charter Challenge, concerns the requirement that hospitals […]

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8 h. ago “He can hit 50”: Anthony Santander’s home run prediction for his Blue Jays teammate Guerrero Jr. this season

DUNEDIN, Fla. – What did Anthony Santander like about the prospect of taking the big money years of his career to the Blue Jays? The former Baltimore Orioles slugger professes love his new home: “For the last seven years, Toronto has been my favourite road city to go.” He likes at-bats at the Rogers Centre: […]

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8 h. ago University of Toronto lands among Ivy League schools near top of world rankings

The University of Toronto has yet again placed highly on a ranking that measures higher education institutions around the globe, coming right after such renowned Ivy League schools as Princeton and Columbia.The QS World University Rankings for 2025, just released Wednesday, assessed nearly 2,000 schools across 100 countries, comparing what each offers based on factors like breadth and depth of research, general academic reputation, and a special "h-index," which quantifies a school's productivity and impact based on how often work that comes out of it is cited by peers.Each institution was rated in each of 46 subject areas based on these benchmarks.While the predictable cream of the crop dominated the best spots on the lists — with Harvard, Oxford, Stanford and the like regularly comprising the first few spots across fields — U of T fared surprisingly well next to these prestigious names.The institution was graded best for its Life Sciences & Medicine ...

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8 h. ago Doug Ford and Mark Carney have first meeting over breakfast at Toronto diner

Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister-designate Mark Carney came together for their first face-to-face meeting on Wednesday morning, ahead of Ford's upcoming trip to Washington D.C. to address the ongoing trade issues with the U.S. The breakfast meeting was held at Wally's Grill in Etobicoke, located at 123 Rexdale Blvd., and was a chance for the two leaders to strategize on how to approach U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration regarding tariffs and free trade concerns. "This morning, I met with Mark Carney, Canada's incoming prime minister for a positive and productive discussion," Ford wrote in a statement posted to X.The premier emphasized the importance of holding ground against U.S. tariffs, writing that he and Carney agreed "on the need to stand firm and strong in the face of President Trump's threats, including additional retaliatory tariffs in response to U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum, which will raise costs for American businesses and...

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8 h. ago Ben Affleck hilariously denies son’s request for $6K shoes: ‘You’re broke!’

'That's a lot of lawns you gotta mow there,' two-time Oscar winner chided

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9 h. ago B.C. crime briefs: Police in Kamloops seize firearms, drugs | Oak Bay police investigate wine theft

Here are some crime stories from around B.C. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

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9 h. ago B.C. crime news: Investigators seek help solving Lytton homicide | Police in Kamloops seize firearms, drugs | Oak Bay police investigate wine theft

Here are some crime stories from around B.C. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

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10 h. ago These are all the places in Toronto you can get discounts with your PRESTO card

If you have a PRESTO card, you might not know that it can actually unlock some great discounts on events, restaurants, and attractions in Toronto. Besides just using your card to get you from point A to point B, you can take advantage of some exclusive PRESTO discounts that are available for a limited time only. While some discounts are only available this March, others can be enjoyed later in the year. These are all the places you can get a discount in Toronto just by showing your PRESTO card or applying a code online. Events  Toronto Comicon Get ready to geek out over comics, sci-fi, horror, cosplay, anime, and gaming at this three-day convention that takes over the Metro Toronto Convention Centre between March 14 and March 16. On Friday, March 14 only, you can show your PRESTO card at the Comicon box office to save 20 per cent on your Friday single day adult, youth, or family pass admission.     View this post on Instagr...

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10 h. ago Dream Residential REIT Announces Retention of Financial Advisor

This press release contains forward-looking information that is based upon assumptions and is subject to risks and uncertainties as indicated in the cautionary note contained within this press release. TORONTO — DREAM RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST (TSX: DRR.U, TSX: DRR.UN) (“Dream Residential REIT” or the “REIT” or “we” or “us”) today announced that The […]

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12 h. ago ‘A crucial role’: Video shows police using special helicopter in Toronto carjacking arrest

Toronto police have released aerial video from a special helicopter to show the scene of a takedown following a carjacking that resulted in the arrests of three teenagers.

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