45 m. ago Man, 18, and boy charged in violent Mississauga carjacking spree

Peel Regional Police have charged two people, including a 16-year-old, after a violent carjacking spree that targeted victims in Mississauga over the span of one week. Cops said a woman parked her 2011 Mitsubishi in an Erin Mills Parkway-Folkway Dr.-area plaza Sept. 27 before being approached by two suspects with knives. Police said the suspects […]

Events

68 m. ago Ontario declares measles outbreak over after nearly a year of spread

Ontario's measles outbreak, which sickened more than 2,300 people over the course of nearly a year has been declared over.

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94 m. ago Martin: Slayings both catastrophic despite difference in outpourings

While Justice Johanna Price was overwhelmed Tuesday with an unprecedented 75 victim-impact statements during the sentencing hearing for Brogden's killer, Justice Eleanor Funk only heard from four people who provided written words to describe the loss of Canales Glenn

Culture

3 h. ago Hanes: 'Politics is here to serve people,' says Katahwa, Projet Montréal's pick for executive committee chair

Seeking re-election as Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough mayor, Gracia Kasoki Katahwa has also been tapped as leader Luc Rabouin's No. 2 should Projet Montréal win.

Politics

3 h. ago Israeli Cabinet Backs Gaza Deal, Paving Way for Hostages Release

Israel’s cabinet approved a deal that will see Hamas free all remaining hostages held in Gaza in exchange for around 2,000 prisoners, a major step toward ending a two-year war that’s killed tens of thousands of people and destabilized the wider Middle East.

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4 h. ago Newfoundland and Labrador uprooting unhoused people in rural areas, workers say

ST. JOHN’S — Front-line housing workers in central Newfoundland say the province is transporting local homeless people out of their communities to other towns with more services _ sometimes buying them bus tickets all the way to the capital, St. John’s. Sherri Chippett in Grand Falls-Windsor says people needing housing in her area used to […]

Society

10 h. ago Zachary Bolduc propulse le Canadien vers la victoire face aux Red Wings

Après quelques premières minutes difficiles, le Canadien s’est mis en marche vers le milieu du premier engagement.

Events

10 h. ago Takeaways: Senators' Shane Pinto plays the role of hero in win over Tampa Bay Lightning

The Ottawa Senators were walking on sunshine in their season opener on Thursday night. Ottawa centre Shane Pinto’s second of the game with only 1:47 left in the third period gave the club a late lead as the Senators scored a 5-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning at the Benchmark International Arena. Defenceman Jake […]

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12 h. ago Manitoba Opposition leader sorry for gun gesture in legislature

Manitoba's Opposition Progressive Conservative leader is apologizing for making a gesture in question period that mimicked shooting himself in the head.

Politics

13 h. ago Quebec government tables draft constitution to protect values, boost autonomy

MONTREAL — The Quebec government has tabled a draft constitution that would enshrine the right to abortion and assisted dying while boosting the province’s autonomy within Canada. Premier Francois Legault says the constitution bill, tabled Thursday in the national assembly, would protect Quebecers’ distinct identity and culture. The legislation is intended to defend what Legault’s […]

Politics

13 h. ago Anand says consular officers can help as Israel detains more Canadians from flotilla

OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Canadians detained by Israel for attempting to reach the Gaza Strip should accept Ottawa’s consular help to get home. Anand said today six Canadians have been detained from boats in the Mediterranean Sea sailing toward Gaza and Ottawa is asking Israeli authorities to release them as soon […]

Events

13 h. ago Ontario declares measles outbreak over after nearly year of spread

Ontario’s measles outbreak, which sickened more than 2,300 people over the course of nearly a year, highlighted the consequences of declining vaccination rates and led to the death of a newborn, has been declared over. Public Health Ontario and the province’s top doctor said Thursday the outbreak ended on Monday because it had been 46 […]

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13 h. ago Five people a day died from drug use in B.C. over the summer

Fentanyl and its analogs continue to be the most deadly to its users

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14 h. ago Surrey RCMP make significant drug bust, arrest 4 people in Guildford home

The RCMP Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit (SPOSU) Drug Section began investigating after fentanyl and cocaine started showing up on the streets.

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15 h. ago Le gardien des Ducks s'est blessé... en tombant dans l'escalier chez lui

Heureusement, il est à son poste pour le premier match de la saison.

Events

15 h. ago Ottawa councillor hopes to 'debunk the myths' on speed cameras as Ontario's premier doubles down on ban

A motion to be voted on Oct. 22 calls on councillors to "affirm the proven safety benefits" of the speed camera program and to "urge" the province to allow Ottawa to retain cameras in school zones.

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15 h. ago Exchange Income Corporation to Host Third Quarter Results Conference Call on November 7, 2025

WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Exchange Income Corporation (TSX: EIF) (“EIC” or “the Corporation”), a diversified, acquisition-oriented company focused on opportunities in the Aerospace & Aviation and Manufacturing segments, announced today it will hold a conference call to discuss its 2025 third quarter financial results on Friday, November 7, 2025 at 8:30 am ET. The Corporation is […]

Culture

15 h. ago Toronto Police announce arrests after drone flights over Blue Jays playoff games

While the New York Yankees had fans run onto their field to interrupt their playoff games, the Toronto Blue Jays almost had a few flying high above theirs.The Toronto Police Emergency Management and Public Order Unit reported that they "used specialized drone detection technology to identify and intercept three unauthorized drone flights over Rogers Centre," taking place this past weekend in Games 1 and 2 of the ALDS.Two people were charged with flying "micro-drones," tiny flying machines with cameras that weigh approximately half a pound.In the same statement, the Toronto Police Service wanted to remind the public that "Rogers Centre is a no-fly zone during all Blue Jays postseason games. This restriction applies without exception, including to micro-drones weighing less than 249 grams. All drone operators are responsible for knowing and following federal aviation rules and regulations."No motive for the drones, nor information about how much they were...

Events

16 h. ago Canadian cyclist says he faces millions in damages over bid to get out of team contract

Canadian cyclist Derek Gee says he is facing possible damages of more than $48.6 million arising from his bid to get out of his contract with the Israel-Premier Tech team. But he says he plans to continue his fight because he is “simply unable to continue racing for the team.” The 28-year-old from Ottawa released […]

Economics

16 h. ago Un projet d'attentat djihadiste visant le premier ministre déjoué en Belgique

Un projet d'attentat djihadiste visant le premier ministre belge a été déjoué et trois personnes ont été arrêtées jeudi, a indiqué la justice belge.

Politics