5 h. ago Locals say Toronto neighbourhood 'under attack' by planned condo tower

Residents and businesses in Toronto's Church Street Village area are claiming they are "under attack" by a proposed development and are fighting to "defend the character" of the neighbourhood.A petition started in February by the Church Wellesley Neighbourhood Association (CWNA) seeks to halt plans to redevelop a group of properties wrapping around the northeast corner of Church and Wellesley, spanning 68-78 Wellesley Street East and 505-509 Church Street.The block of properties is home to a Pizza Pizza location that has served the community for decades, housed with the heritage-designated 1878 William McBean Terrace building. Developer KingSett Capital has stated its intention to incorporate into a new high-rise building on site, rising 28 storeys with a design from architects BDP Quadrangle.68 Wellesley Street East (right of centre) and other future approved and proposed buildings planned for the surrounding area. BDP Quadrangle.A development application filed for the site in...

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6 h. ago Police charge two men, hunt for two more after violent armed robbery

A restaurant diner was hit with a gun and robbed by armed bandits after the victim left the eatery to go to his car, according to Toronto Police. After leaving the restaurant — in the Steeles Ave.-Weston Rd. area — around 3 a.m. on March 2, three masked thugs with firearms approached the diner. A […]

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9 h. ago Protesters demand engineering firm cancel Toronto bike lane removal contract with province

Protesters in Toronto are calling on an engineering firm to cancel its contract with the Ontario government to help remove some city bike lanes, alleging the removal will endanger cyclists and worsen the climate crisis. Fridays for Future Toronto says in a social media post that protesters demonstrated at Stantec Consulting offices Tuesday morning, and […]

Economics

12 h. ago Toronto's crime rate soars 40% above New York in one department

Toronto is known as a low-crime city compared to locales with similar or greater populations, but it may surprise some to learn that the 416 is way ahead of even New York City, Detroit and Los Angeles in one specific category of criminal activity.A new study published on Tuesday by independent Canadian think tank the Fraser Institute reveals that Ontario cities like Toronto, Hamilton and Windsor outpace several major U.S. cities in property crime. This includes many places known for their high crime rates, like New York City, Detroit, L.A. and Flint, Michigan.The study looked at the property crime (e.g., burglary, theft, motor vehicle theft) rates of large urban areas with populations of 100,000 people or more, using maximum annual crime rates from 2019 through 2022.Toronto's per person property crime rate exceeded New York's by a shocking 40 per cent, though overall crime rates are obviously much higher in what is the United States' largest city.Howeve...

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29 h. ago Flood warnings issued for parts of Ontario after weekend rain

Flood warnings are in effect across parts of Ontario after the weekend’s heavy rainfall and warmer temperatures. Ontario Provincial Police are warning residents about localized flooding in Dufferin County northwest of Toronto, especially in the communities of Grand Valley, Amaranth and East Garafraxa. Police say local officials will be flying drones in the area to […]

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3 d. ago Oshawa youth arrested, Toronto man, 21, sought for July 2024 Liberty Village kidnapping

An Oshawa youth out on three release orders was arrested and a 21-year-old Toronto man is wanted for a kidnapping in Liberty Village last summer. Toronto Police said they were notified about a kidnapping that occurred July 31, 2024, in the East Liberty St. and Hanna Ave. area. Police allege the victim and two suspects, […]

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3 d. ago Toronto Public Health inspection finds ’many deviations’ at gynecologist’s clinic

The finding prompted the agency to notify 2,500 patients of a potential exposure to blood-borne viruses including HIV and hepatitis

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3 d. ago Toronto goes green as St. Patrick’s Day Parade set for Sunday

Torontonians will be seeing a lot of green this weekend. The 36th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set to take place rain or shine beginning at noon on Sunday. The parade will move east along Bloor St. W. from St. George St. to Yonge St. before the procession continues south along Yonge St. to […]

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4 d. ago Pesky Ottawa Senators poised to cause Maple Leafs even more grief Saturday

For the past seven years, they’ve been nicknamed “the pesky Senators” by the Maple Leafs and local media. Ottawa always gives a more talented Toronto team fits, no matter what off-ice foibles were plaguing it; under achieving contracts, trade rumours, arena wars, ownership upheaval and fan apathy. Now, for the first time in eight seasons, […]

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5 d. ago Man, 30, and three teen boys arrested in Toronto retail robbery spree

A 30-year-old man and three teenage boys face numerous charges stemming from a recent retail robbery spree in the city. Toronto Police say officers responded to three different robbery calls between March 1 and March 12 in the Yonge St. and Steeles Ave. E. area in North York, Kipling Ave. and The Queensway area in […]

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5 d. ago City councillors demand Toronto cops enforce hate laws at al

Held on the last Friday of Ramadan, the Iran-originated al-Quds day features rallies and marches calling for Israel's destruction

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5 d. ago Huge Ontario music store known for being largest in Canada closing after 57 years

It's the end of an era for an enormous music store just north of Toronto, as local institution Cosmo Music has announced its impending closure after almost six decades in business.The Richmond Hill establishment —famously known as Canada's single-largest music store — announced on Wednesday that it would close its doors after 57 years.In a press release, the ownership called the "difficult decision" a product of "significant challenges faced by the company after the COVID-19 pandemic, despite major technological investments and efforts to adapt to a changing market.""We are deeply grateful to our dedicated team, loyal customers, brand partners, and the music community that has supported us throughout these incredible years," said the Hebert family, owners of Cosmo Music."It's been a privilege to serve as a hub for musicians and music lovers alike.""Cosmo Music has always been more than just a store," the Hebert family statement continued. "It has been a space where ...

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6 d. ago $2 million Toronto condo has one of the best views in the entire city

If a prime location and almost incomparable views speak to you, this $2 million Toronto condo might just be your next dream home.Nestled right beyond the edge of the St. Lawrence neighbourhood and just steps from its many vibrant bars, restaurants, St. James Park and, of course, the market itself, 902-112 George Street is an ideal home for the community-oriented urbanite, with the added benefit of some seriously impressive space for entertaining.112 George Street.Located at the "Vu" condos, this unit truly lives up to the building's name, with an outdoor space that's even larger than the condo itself, offering breathtaking views of the city skyline.For all the hubbub around the condo's outdoor space, though, the indoor space is equally desirable.The condo features an open-concept floor plan.Boasting a 1072 sq. ft. footprint of contemporary finishes, sleek details and expansive 10 ft. ceilings, the condo is modern comfort to a tee.An open-concept floor plan also adds t...

Economics

7 d. ago Potential HIV, hepatitis exposure at Toronto gynecology clinic causes worry

A letter from Toronto Public Health was sent to 2,500 patients who had potentially been exposed to bloodborne viruses

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7 d. ago Taxi industry pushing Toronto to ban U.S. rideshare companies like Uber

Canadian taxi and ride-hailing companies are calling on Toronto city council to be included in efforts to promote local businesses.In an open letter, Canadian companies Beck Taxi, Co-op Cabs, Toronto 1 Taxi, and Hovr called to be added to the city's recently introduced "Buy Local, Buy Canadian" campaign amid the trade war with the U.S."U.S. tech companies, among the Trump administration's biggest backers, have taken over too many Canadian markets, reshaping our laws and regulations to build monopoly power. The ride-hailing industry is a prime example," wrote the companies in the letter.They claim that U.S. companies operating in Toronto, like Uber and Lyft, have increased congestion, taken money from the TTC, lowered earnings for drivers and imposed surge pricing models on travellers.The letter argues that "app-based ride-hailing and payments are now offered by many local taxi companies as well as Hovr, a new Canadian ride-hailing platform."To do that, the companies say Toronto coun...

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1 week ago Toronto bakery that still gets lineups around the block celebrates 10 years

Since opening its doors in February 2015, Roselle Desserts has become a local fixture in Toronto's Corktown neighbourhood, known for its fluffy pastries, seasonal specialties, and community-focused attitude. Last month, the bakery officially celebrated a major milestone — its 10th anniversary — and reflected on a decade of success that has been shaped by a mix of hard work, passion, and constant adaptation.Chefs Stephanie Duong and Bruce Lee, the duo behind Roselle, had long dreamed of opening their own pastry shop while working in Michelin-starred establishments in France.The couple aspired to create desserts using the pastry skills they learned while working in some of the top kitchens in both Europe and Asia.Originally starting with a menu that offered everything from crepes and sandwiches to soups, Roselle quickly became known for its pastry selection, including classics like eclairs, millefeuille, pavlova, mousse cake, cookies, soft caramels, madeleines, chocol...

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1 week ago Toronto boy, 14, Richmond Hill man, 29, accused of Mississauga armed robbery

A Toronto boy and Richmond Hill man have been charged following an armed robbery in Mississauga late last year. Peel Regional Police said that at about 6 p.m. on Dec. 10, 2024, four armed and disguised suspects approached the owner of a currency exchange shop who was sitting inside his vehicle outside his business near […]

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1 week ago ‘NOT SUSTAINABLE’: Toronto City Council staff push for unionization

We’re finally seeing some meaningful unity at Toronto City Council – among the politicians’ staff, anyway. Councillors’ employees have filed to be represented by AMAPCEO, the union that represents workers in Ontario’s public service and a number of workplaces tied to government. On Thursday, AMAPCEO put up a statement saying 60% of council staff had […]

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1 week ago Toronto Crime Stoppers offers $500 reward for retail theft tips: ‘This is no longer shoplifting’

Toronto Crime Stoppers is offering an enhanced $500 reward for tips while launching an Organized Retail Theft and Illicit Trade Awareness Campaign. Tips received between March 7 and June 6 will be eligible for the reward. “What has become increasingly clear is that this is no longer shoplifting,” Toronto Crime Stoppers Chair Sean Sportun said […]

Economics

1 week ago City of Toronto inside workers seek extension of deadline to Monday

CUPE Local 79 represents 30,000 inside workers

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