70 m. ago California governor appeals to Canadians to please come back

Tourism to California from Canada has declined for the first time since the pandemic, dropping 12 per cent in February from the previous year

Politics

76 m. ago Ontario to loosen internal trade, remove barriers on alcohol and labour mobility

Ontario is set to table legislation to make trade between provinces easier, as a way to shore up the economy against the effects of American tariffs. Officials say the bill would make Ontario the first government in Canada to unconditionally remove all current exceptions to interprovincial free trade. The legislation would also enable the government […]

Economics

81 m. ago Manufacturers call for bold policy changes as sector faces threats from U.S. tariffs

A business group representing manufacturers is calling for less regulation and lower taxes as part of its policy recommendations to support a sector under threat from U.S. tariffs. Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters says whoever wins the federal election has to act decisively to reposition Canada’s economy for growth. Chief executive Dennis Darby says the economic […]

Economics

81 m. ago Poll finds 92% of adults agree nobody in Canada should go hungry

Food Banks Canada’s just-released Election Report says 92% of adults agree that no one in Canada should ever have to go hungry. The new survey also says 84% agree that reducing hunger is a top non-partisan priority for Canada. And 88% believe Canada should set clear targets to reduce hunger and food insecurity. “This is […]

Other

84 m. ago DOJ to sue Maine over trans women competing in female sports

The U.S. Justice Department said it will file a lawsuit against Maine over a state anti-discrimination law that allows transgender athletes to participate in girls’ and women’s sports. The move is part of a broad attack President Donald Trump’s government is waging against transgender women competing in female sports — which is rare but, has […]

Sport

2 h. ago Thrilling Porsche race track attraction to open in Ontario this spring

The hotly anticipated Porsche Experience Centre Toronto (PEC) — the first of its kind in Canada — is just a few months away after years of construction and delays.Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. announced on Wednesday that the new attraction under construction just outside Toronto will open in June as part of Pickering's 20-acre Durham Live entertainment complex, boasting a race track, simulators, a cafe, and a gift shop dedicated to the German sports car manufacturer.The facility's imminent opening comes roughly three and a half years after the project was first announced in late 2021, and is undoubtedly welcome news for the motoring community following construction delays and a missed 2024 opening.The PEC in Durham will mark the tenth such attraction worldwide and the third in North America after locations in Atlanta and Los Angeles."The upcoming opening of the Porsche Experience Centre Toronto marks an important milestone for the brand here," said Trevor Arthur, President &...

Other

2 h. ago 'A tie that just brings us all together': There may be no other team in Canada that means as much to its city as the Edmonton Oilers

Oilers fans are gearing up for what's hopefully a fourth-straight appearance past the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The team has developed a cult-like following unlike many others in pro sports.

Other

2 h. ago Les hébergements de demandeurs d’asile gérés par Québec sont loin d’être pleins

La hausse des demandes à la frontière se poursuit. Pour le ministre Roberge, «notre capacité d’accueil est dépassée».

Economics

2 h. ago Richard Séguin sera intronisé au Panthéon des auteurs et compositeurs canadiens

Le chanteur québécois, qui a reçu plusieurs récompenses dans sa carrière, a créé 13 albums solos et 7 en collaboration.

Events

2 h. ago Rate hold means status quo for Canada’s struggling housing market: Experts

Real estate watchers say the Bank of Canada’s decision to hold its key policy rate steady at 2.75 per cent will likely keep a sluggish housing market at the status quo. Wednesday’s announcement marked the first time the central bank has left the benchmark rate unchanged following seven consecutive cuts since June.  Ratesdotca mortgage and […]

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2 h. ago Tourists will need to book a spot on popular Italian beach using app this summer

The new system could come into effect by July

Society

3 h. ago Tourists will need to book spot on popular Italian beach using app this summer

The new system could come into effect by July

Society

3 h. ago Le Bloc québécois appuie les demandes de François Legault et même plus

Le parti d’Yves-François Blanchet soutient aussi des demandes que François Legault a abandonnées.

Other

3 h. ago Bank of Canada Holds at 2.75%, Seeks More Clarity on Tariffs

The Bank of Canada paused its interest rate cutting cycle and said policymakers “will proceed carefully” as they wait to see how US President Donald Trump’s trade policy takes shape.

Economics

3 h. ago THE LATEST: Polling gap narrows, Greens disinvited from leaders’ debate

Follow the Toronto Sun’s live coverage of Canada’s 45th general election and tariff-related news, with contributions from Brian Lilley, Bryan Passifiume, Lorrie Goldstein and columnists Joe Warmington and Warren Kinsella, as well as contributions from the Sun’s editors and reporters covering the election ahead of the April 28 vote. Plus, you can find all of […]

Politics

3 h. ago Here's how you can watch the federal election debates in Canada this week

The big debate between the federal party leaders is set to take place this week.Liberal Leader Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet will take part in two debates.A French-language debate will be held on Wednesday, April 16 at 6 p.m. ET and be moderated by Radio-Canada's Patrice Roy. One day later, on April 17 at 7 p.m. ET, an English debate will take place with TVO's Steve Paikin serving as moderator. Both will be broadcast live from Montreal's Maison de Radio-Canada atrium. Both will run for two hours without commercials.If you're interested in tuning in, the process is pretty simple, with many broadcasters set to air the events. This includes:CBC — CBCnews.ca, CBC News app (Android/iOS), CBC Gem, CBC’s YouTube channelCPAC — CPAC YouTube channelCTV — CTVNews.ca, the CTV News app (Android/iOS), CTV News YouTube channelGlobal News —...

Politics

3 h. ago Bank of Canada holds interest rates: Read the official statement

Rate remains at 2.75%

Other

3 h. ago Some acetaminophen, melatonin tablets are being recalled in Canada

Health Canada has issued alerts for one lot of Laboratoire Riva Inc.’s acetaminophen caplet and six lots of Life Brand’s Timed Release Melatonin pills.

Other

3 h. ago Election Power Meter: Greens get the boot; Hockey wins French debate

We should have known when we created the Election Power Meter that hockey would be the most powerful force

Politics

3 h. ago Greens get the boot; Hockey wins French debate: Election Power Meter

We should have known when we created the Election Power Meter that hockey would be the most powerful force

Politics