7 h. ago Man faces impaired charges after allegedly hitting pedestrian, parked cars in Toronto

On Sunday night, at around 9:20 p.m., Toronto police received calls about a crash in Scarborough around the Passmore Avenue and Middlefield Road intersection.

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8 h. ago Driver faces charges after woman, 10 vehicles allegedly hit by car in Scarborough

A 36-year-old Markham man faces six charges after he allegedly crashed into a pedestrian and several parked cars in Scarborough on Sunday night. Around 9:19 p.m., Toronto Police responded to a call in the Passmore Avenue and Middlefield Road area after it’s alleged a man driving a black Acura TLX westbound on Passmore Avenue hit […]

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21 h. ago A massive vintage car festival is taking over Toronto this month

It’s time to rev your engines — Dream Wheels on Eglinton is cruising back into Toronto this summer for a day filled with chrome, horsepower, and high-octane nostalgia.Happening on Saturday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., every car lover's favourite street festival (but not every car lover's favourite street) transforms a stretch of Eglinton Avenue West into a vibrant open-air showcase of the city's finest vintage cars, hot rods, muscle machines, motorcycles, and race cars. Honestly, what more can you ask for?Presented by The Eglinton Way BIA, in partnership with Toronto Hot Rod Kulture and Road Reapers Car Club, the event isn't just a feast for gearheads — it's a full-blown community celebration in support of SickKids Hospital.Expect a full day of fun for the whole family. Live music will keep the vibe retro and lively while local vendors serve up delicious bites and unique finds. There'll also be family-friendly activities to keep the...

Culture

69 h. ago Toronto Pearson Airport now serves two of the world's largest passenger planes

Toronto has become one of the handful of cities in the world served by not one, but two Airbus A380 operators, Emirates and now Etihad Airways, cementing Pearson Airport's growing status as a major hub for long-haul travel. Etihad Airways officially began A380 service on its Abu Dhabi to Toronto route on June 24, marking the first time the airline has flown its flagship double-decker aircraft to Canada, and the first time Toronto has hosted two different A380 carriers simultaneously in three years. Etihad's A380 offers 486 seats across four cabin classes, including The Residence, the world's only three-room suite in the sky, complete with a private living room, bedroom, and ensuite shower. The aircraft also features nine "First Apartments" with lie-flat beds and ottoman seating, 70 Business Studios, and 405 Economy Smart Seats with an extra four inches of space. The new aircraft also brings a 31 per cent increase in capacity compared to the previ...

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4 d. ago 50 trees in shopping carts will parade down the streets of Toronto this weekend

This weekend, Toronto is about to get a lot greener, and a just a little more quirkier.On Saturday, July 5, dozens of trees will roll their way down to the city's waterfront as part of The Bentway's whimsical new public art installation, Moving Forest.Picture this: 50 real trees in shopping carts, being pushed across the city by volunteers, forming temporary pop-up canopies in some of Toronto's sunniest and most exposed spaces.Yes, it's exactly as it sounds. Do I have your attention?Created by Amsterdam-based NL Architects, Moving Forest is both a playful spectacle and a serious statement. The initiative supports Toronto's ambitious goal to grow its tree canopy to 40 per cent by 2050, a plan that's as much about community well-being and environmental sustainability as it is about urban design.But sparking city-wide engagement with trees? That takes a little imagination.Cue the parade.Starting from The Bentway at 250 Fort York Blvd, at 1:00 pm, the t...

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5 d. ago Former Toronto Blue Jays fan fave announces his retirement for second time

Another former Toronto Blue Jays star is calling it a career.A little over a week after former Jays utility man Whit Merrifield wrapped up his MLB career, ex-Toronto outfielder Kevin Pillar announced today on the Foul Territory podcast that he's done after 13 major league seasons.Pillar had planned to have the 2024 season be his last, before cracking the Texas Rangers roster out of spring training.BREAKING: Kevin Pillar announces his retirement after 13 years in the big leagues.Congratulations on a great career, @KPILLAR4! pic.twitter.com/uoi1el7agW— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) July 2, 2025"I guess I can officially say that I'm done playing," Pillar shared. "I wanted to be 100 per cent sure, because of things I went through. Last year, I kind of said it was gonna be my last year, and I got into the off-season, and my mindset kind of changed."Pillar had a .209 batting average with nine hits, an RBI and six runs scored in 20 games this season. H...

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5 d. ago Omnium Banque Nationale: Jannik Sinner et Carlos Alcaraz seront les têtes d’affiche à Toronto

Le tournoi s'annonce extrêmement relevé avec le top 73 de l'ATP qui devrait être présent.

Society

6 d. ago Synaptive Medical Secures Strategic Investment to Accelerate Growth and Innovation

MedTech leader emerges from restructuring with renewed momentum and an unwavering focus on transformative surgical care. TORONTO — Synaptive Medical, a global medical technology innovator, today announced the successful completion of a strategic restructuring and the closing of a significant new private investment. This milestone marks a pivotal new chapter for the company—one that strengthens […]

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7 d. ago Canada’s largest sports car racing event is touching down near Toronto this summer

Put the pedal to the metal and get ready for a summer weekend of racing, Toronto! The Chevrolet Grand Prix is pulling into town, and you're going to want to make a pit stop.Catch some of the world's top drivers in the fast lane at the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville from July 11 – 13. You'll see these drivers get behind the wheel of exotic closed-wheel prototypes and GT sports cars!We're talking iconic car brands like Corvette, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, and more. It's going to be a jam-packed weekend filled with family fun, including food trucks, interactive displays, and a special beer garden.As the only Canadian stop on the tour, the IMSA WeatherTech Sports Championship is a prestigious international series that includes races in Daytona, Sebring, Indianapolis, and Long Beach.But there isn't only one race to get revved up for! Be prepared for the rush of the Michelin Pilot Challenge, VP Raci...

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1 week ago Ontario government takes over TDSB, three other school boards, citing ‘mismanagement’

The affected boards are some of the largest in the province, including Toronto (TDSB), Toronto Catholic (TCDSB), Ottawa-Carleton (OCDSB) and Dufferin-Peel (DPCDSB)

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1 week ago Ontario taking control of four school boards, including TDSB and TCDSB

Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra says the province has taken control of four more school boards. He says the province has appointed supervisors to the Toronto District School Board, the Toronto Catholic District School Board, the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board and the Dufferin-Peel Catholic School Board. Calandra says the moves come after a recommendation following […]

Society

1 week ago Ontario taking control of 4 school boards, including TDSB and TCDSB, due to ‘mismanagement’

Ontario has taken control of four more school boards due to “mismanagement,” the education minister announced Friday while saying it’s time for a broader rethink of board governance. The province has appointed supervisors to the Toronto District School Board, the Toronto Catholic District School Board, the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board and the Dufferin-Peel Catholic School […]

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1 week ago Associa Cares Canada Commits $50,000 to Support Canadian Wildfire Relief Efforts

Toronto, ON, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Associa Cares Canada, the charitable affiliate of Associa, has approved a $50,000 earmark to support efforts related to the ongoing Canadian wildfires. Relief grants distributed under this earmark will reinforce the organization’s commitment to helping individuals and families whose homes and communities have been directly impacted by […]

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1 week ago This is one of the cheapest Toronto houses with a pool for sale right now

With Toronto in the midst of yet another sweltering heat wave, it's not an exaggeration to say that 2 Leyton Ave. is looking extremely refreshing right now.Located in the family-friendly Oakridge neighbourhood in Scarborough, this detached three-bedroom home is serving up serious summer vibes.Not only does this house back onto the peaceful greenery of Oakridge Park, but it also has a freshly (2023) waterproofed backyard pool and a deck space for lounging and working on that tan.The pool. Sure, it's not an inground pool, but when the temperatures in Toronto feel like you're in a sauna, who cares?And even better than the fact that this house has a pool is that it is currently listed for less than it sold for back in 2023. The kitchen. In 2023, 2 Leyton Ave. sold for $880,000, after sitting on the market for over seven months. The primary bedroom. Now, the house is listed for only $749,000, despite looking lik...

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2 w. ago Toronto man, 21, faces 11 charges in Monday night’s dramatic carjacking

Toronto Police have made an arrest in Monday night’s carjacking investigation that ended dramatically with a roadblock on the Gardiner Expressway and a suspect jumping off the roadway. Cop said on Monday around 9:35 p.m., police responded to a carjacking call in the Finch Ave. E. and Yonge St. area. It’s alleged that the victim […]

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2 w. ago Pizza Nova and Partners Raise $64,179 for SickKids Foundation at 28th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Funds will support life-saving research and care at SickKids as the hospital marks 150 years TORONTO — Pizza Nova, together with its partners, suppliers, and supporters, raised $64,179 at its 28th annual charity golf tournament held on June 17, in support of the SickKids Foundation. Hosted at Station Creek Golf Club, the event welcomed more […]

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2 w. ago Two GTA teens charged after probe into armed home invasions, carjackings

Two teens from the GTA have been charged by York Regional Police, who also seized a firearm and ammunition, after a probe into a series of armed home invasions and carjackings across York, Peel and Toronto. The investigation – dubbed Project Gamer – was launched after an April 5 incident during which multiple people, at […]

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2 w. ago Carbon Streaming Announces Corporate Update and Legend Removal Process for All U.S. Investors From the 2021 Financings

TORONTO, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Carbon Streaming Corporation (Cboe CA: NETZ) (OTCQB: OFSTF) (FSE: M2Q) (“Carbon Streaming” or the “Company”) today provides a corporate update and announces legend removal process for all U.S. investors from the 2021 Financings (as defined below). Highlights: Restrictive Legend Removal: The Company has finalized the process to offer […]

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2 w. ago 4 arrested outside Doug Ford’s home accused of planning to steal his vehicle

Four people have been charged with auto theft-related offences, accused of driving down Doug Ford's street with electronic devices used to steal cars.

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2 w. ago Alleged car thief falls from elevated Toronto highway while fleeing police on foot

The SIU alleges the driver of the BMW fled on foot before falling from the expressway onto Lakeshore Road below

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