12 m. ago Canadian leaders descend upon Ontario cottage country for high stakes meetings

Cottage country is set to become the centre of Canadian power for three days beginning Monday, as leaders from across the country descend on Huntsville for high-stakes meetings.

Politics

2 h. ago Asian shares are mixed after Wall Street logs a 3rd straight winning week

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares are mixed and U.S. futures have edged higher after U.S. stocks logged their third straight winning week. Markets were closed for a holiday in Japan, where the ruling Liberal Democrats have lost their coalition majorities in both houses of parliament for the first time since 1955 following Sunday’s election and […]

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5 h. ago Slumping Ottawa Redblacks lose quarterback Dru Brown and another game to Hamilton Tiger

The Ottawa Redblacks are spiralling into their first bye week of the CFL season. Not only did they lose for the second time in eight days to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, but in falling to a CFL-worst 1-6 record, they also lost starting quarterback Dru Brown to a possible concussion on a hit that incensed head […]

Culture

6 h. ago Missing Canadian girl found dead in New York state, U.S. officers say

Police in New York say a nine-year-old Canadian girl who went missing in the northeastern part of the state was found dead. A news release from New York State Police says officers from the Warren County Sheriff’s office received a call from a man reporting his nine-year-old daughter missing from the area of Exit 22 […]

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10 h. ago LEDREW: Canadians face ‘democratic deficit’ at crucial time in history

In Canada, we have a democratic deficit. And before you say ”so what?” realize that it is costing you a lot of money, liberties, and safety. First, what is the democratic deficit? It is the fact that Canada is being run by one guy, Prime Minister Mark Carney, who calls all the shots. In other […]

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10 h. ago Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto: Pato O’Ward wins first Canadian title

Mexico's Pato O'Ward finally won the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto on Sunday, giving the the seven-year veteran his first victory in Canada.

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11 h. ago Trump could crush Canada’s softwood exports. Here’s how a new crisis could play out

The industry has seen a unique pattern emerge, where Canadian firms own a large chunk of U.S. production capacity — something Trump says he wants — and still face aggressive trade measures

Economics

11 h. ago FELINE FRENZY: These are the Canadian cities that love cats the most

There are those who like cats and then there are cat lovers. And felines have become more popular than ever, with cat adoptions outpacing dog adoptions in the last several years. A list of the top 10 cat-loving cities in Canada was released by pet retailer, PetSmart, which analyzed adoption rates, and purchases of kitty […]

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12 h. ago WIENS: Defending Canadian dairy farms is worth taking a stand 

With the increasing volatility in global supply chains, there’s never been a better time to defend Canada’s food security and sovereignty. Unfortunately, in his editorial opinion column, Postmedia’s Lorne Gunter feeds into a misleading narrative about the dairy trade with the United States and disregards the strength and stability supply management delivers for Canadians. Under […]

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12 h. ago As momentum keeps building, Blue Jays need to add pitching depth as July 31 trade deadline nears

A defining stretch for the Blue Jays is about to begin as they continue to enjoy the view atop the AL East. Following the team’s upcoming three-game series against the visiting Bronx Bombers, the Jays will be in Detroit for a four-game set before heading to Baltimore for a four-game series. By the time the […]

Economics

15 h. ago Premiers meeting in Ontario to tackle Trump tariff ultimatum and internal trade barriers

Tariffs and trade are top of the agenda as the country’s premiers arrive in Ontario’s cottage country for a three-day meeting that comes at a pivotal time for both Canada-U.S. and domestic relations. The premiers’ summer gathering in Muskoka will also feature a Tuesday meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney, as trade talks with the […]

Economics

17 h. ago Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Jack Draper all withdraw from the Toronto tournament

TORONTO (AP) — Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner, 24-time Grand Slam title winner Novak Djokovic and No. 5-ranked Jack Draper all withdrew Sunday from the Masters 1000 tournament in Toronto that starts in a week. The No. 1-ranked Sinner cited his injured right elbow, which he hurt in a fall in the fourth round at the […]

Economics

18 h. ago Ishiba’s coalition loses majority in Japan’s upper house election

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba ‘s ruling coalition failed Monday to secure a majority in the 248-seat upper house in a crucial parliamentary election, NHK public television said. Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic Party and its junior coalition partner Komeito needed to win 50 seats on top of the 75 seats they already have […]

Politics

18 h. ago Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Outlook survey The Bank of Canada will release its second-quarter issue of its business outlook survey and Canadian survey of consumer expectations on Monday morning. The pair of reports come ahead of the central bank’s interest rate announcement and […]

Economics

24 h. ago 'Really means a lot': Calgary golfer Aphrodite Deng first Canadian winner of U.S. Girls’ Junior

15-year-old Aphrodite Deng wins her third junior major title of the year following the Junior Invitational and Mizuho Americas Open.

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28 h. ago That time a lone rogue 'demon' cow caused mayhem in Toronto streets

From narrowly escaping fate as an expressway to being home to an iconic location of a beloved fast-food chain, Toronto's Spadina Avenue is rife with fascinating history.But one of its quirkiest and wildest moments was when a loose cow, possessed by what some at the time called "some strange demon," went on a rampage through this busy street.A cow on Spadina may seem weird, but in the early days of Toronto, there were a number of pet cow owners in the city — and some of the results of that were utterly chaotic.Toronto's cattle crackdownIn the 1830s, as the incorporation of Toronto was being solidified, the city was doing all it could to regulate domestic animals.In fact, one of the first nuisance by-laws, enacted in May 1834, helped regulate domestic animals — with stipulations like "no swine shall be permitted to run or be at large in any of the streets or any of the sidewalks of this city."But there are reports that residents didn't find ...

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28 h. ago That time a ghostly Toronto apartment building sat abandoned for decades

An abandoned building known as the Bayview Ghost once haunted the Toronto skyline for more than twenty years. It sat unfinished and unlived in — a stark reminder of what could've been. Standing atop a hill overlooking the Don Valley, just above the north end of the Bayview Extension, the ghostly structure's stalled construction and eventual demise were delayed for decades due to drawn-out political battles and behind-the-scenes redevelopment drama. The Bayview Ghost's story began in 1953 when doctors Morris Freedman and Harry Frimerman purchased the 27.9-acre plot of land.Their plan? To build a structure called the Hampton Park apartments, a 12-storey, two-tower solution to the city's then-emerging housing dilemma. It would have 880 units and overlook the lush greenery of the Don Valley. However, things didn't exactly pan out as planned.After blueprints for the enormous building were drawn up, developers applied ...

Society

28 h. ago Toronto house with visible holes in roof still expected to fetch $700,000

A Toronto home at 37 Allister Ave. has been in rough shape since 2018, when it sold for $777,000 — sight basically unseen.Back then, potential buyers weren't even allowed inside. The listing stated that viewings were limited to "walking the lot" with the agent, and that's probably what the buyers did since they never managed to do anything with the derelict three-bedroom, three-bathroom home.Eventually, they gave up on the house and sold it at a loss in 2024 for $750,000.The front of the house. Now, a year later, the property is in even worse condition. The roof is collapsing, gaping holes expose the interior to the elements, windows are boarded up with plywood, and the backyard has been swallowed by weeds.It's more haunted house than fixer-upper at this point.But it's back on the market—this time asking just $688,000, which is a full 30 per cent less than last month's hopeful $999,990 price tag. Clearly, that d...

Economics

28 h. ago Cruises in Muskoka offer breathtaking views of Ontario's cottage country

Cruises in Muskoka offer a chance to take in blue open waters, sprawling landscapes and fresh air — all just part of Ontario's natural charm.There's something about escaping the hustle and bustle of city life while cruising gently on the water, soaking in all that summer has to offer. Whether you want to spend a full day on the boat or just a few hours, you can find a great time waiting for you on any of these Muskoka cruises. So hop aboard, because sparkling shorelines and sunny afternoons could be on your horizon. Island Queen Cruise Did you know Georgian Bay is dotted with 30,000 islands? On this three-hour, non-stop cruise, you can explore part of the world's largest freshwater archipelago.Choose from two unique routes and get up close to some remote outer islands through a captain's eye view.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by 30,...

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28 h. ago Baranyai: FIFA's World Cup silence tragic missed opportunity

Canadians will have serious bragging rights next summer when we co-host the FIFA World Cup with Mexico and the U.S.

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