2 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

2 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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8 h. ago OPP investigating suspicious death in Bonfield, asks residents to stay alert

NORTH BAY — Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a suspicious death in a town north of Algonquin Provincial Park. Police say officers were called to a residence on Trunk Road in Bonfield, Ont., where they found one person dead. Officers say they haven’t confirmed the cause of death. But they are urging the public to […]

Economics

10 h. ago Reigning champion Colton Herta takes pole at Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto

Defending champion Colton Herta has earned pole position at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto. He did the 11-turn, 2.874-kilometre course around Exhibition Place in downtown Toronto in 59.8320 seconds. IndyCar Series points leader Alex Palou was second, 0.2758 seconds behind Herta. Marcus Armstrong and Will Power were third and fourth respectively. Scott Dixon, a […]

Sport

12 h. ago New study details heavy toll of Trump tariffs on Ontario's auto sector

"Right now, businesses are just focused on keeping the doors open"

Economics

13 h. ago Environmental lawyers demand action on lead in school drinking water

Three of the school boards overseen by Ontario's Ministry of Education reported the highest number of lead exceedances in 2023-24.

Society

16 h. ago Teen in Ontario dies after being struck by plane that crashed on Lake Scugog: police

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is investigating

Events

22 h. ago Martin: Bad driving means more pedestrian deaths. We can fix this

Enforcement, education, advocacy: Bylaw, police and local politicians all have the power to do more to save lives.

Events

26 h. ago People are fighting to stop demolition of Ontario diner around for over 60 years

The Midway Diner in Barrie, Ontario, has been an iconic landmark for generations, but this retro landmark, which has served breakfast staples since the 1960s, is now facing the threat of demolition.A change.org petition posted by local resident Arnie Ivsins is calling for a stop to the impending demolition planned by the City, citing the diner as a vital piece of Barrie's rich history and identity."The Midway not only serves as a reminder of Barrie's early days, but also offers a sense of continuity and belonging in our rapidly changing city," the petition reads. Interior of the Midway Diner. Photo: change.orgThe campaign calls on Barrie's City Council, as well as heritage conservation authorities and community leaders, to take action to stop the demolition.According to the City of Barrie, the site is required for an infrastructure project related to the city's water treatment plant. The diner will have to be dem...

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31 h. ago Letters to the Sun: Elected municipal officials shouldn't determine their own remuneration

This is what happens when elected municipal officials get to determine their own remuneration. It has to stop.

Politics

32 h. ago Track conditions at Exhibition Place presents tire challenge for IndyCar Series race

TORONTO — Even IndyCar Series drivers are annoyed with the road conditions in Toronto. Kyle Kirkwood of the United States had the fastest lap in the first practice round of the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto on Friday, completing the course around Exhibition Place in one minute 1.205 seconds. Kirkwood and Australia’s Will Power, who […]

Transport

33 h. ago Alberta rainy day Heritage Fund hits $30B after injection of $2.8B from surplus

Premier Danielle Smith's government wants the Heritage Fund to hit $250 billion by 2050 so future Alberta governments can spend investment returns without draining the fund.

Economics

34 h. ago Teenage boy dies after plane crashes into Ontario lake, hitting dock

Around 12:30 p.m. Friday, Durham Regional Police said they were called to Lake Scugog, near Caesarea, for reports of a small plane crash, which had resulted in injuries.

Events

34 h. ago ConocoPhillips Makes Application to Cease to Be a Reporting Issuer in Canada

HOUSTON — ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) today announced that it has applied to the Alberta Securities Commission (ASC), as principal regulator, and the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) for a joint order (the Order Sought) to cease to be a reporting issuer in all jurisdictions of Canada in which it is a reporting issuer. If the Order […]

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35 h. ago 4 Ontario men wanted in Alberta on allegations of taxi fraud

Alberta-wide arrest warrants have been issued for 4 Ontario men accused of taxi fraud in Calgary that resulted in 16 victims being defrauded of more than $28,000.

Economics

35 h. ago Ontario township claims bankruptcy with $2.5M in accumulated debt

Fauquier-Strickland will suspend all municipal services Aug. 1 due to a financial crisis, warning the move threatens years of progress in northern Ontario.

Economics

36 h. ago Ontario police issue warning after backyard black bear sighting

Police say they got the call at around 9 p.m. on Wednesday night, after the black bear was spotted in people’s backyards on Pine Ridge Road.

Events

36 h. ago Manitoba to spend $2M on upgrades to Spruce Woods Provincial Park

The province says it's spending more than $2 million to spruce up Spruce Woods Provincial Park in western Manitoba.

Economics

37 h. ago 'Final opportunity': Province reverses course, opens new call for RAM site development pitches

Postmedia acquired the results of the province's survey on the RAM site's future which showed a majority of respondents favoured preserving the 57-year-old building

Sport

37 h. ago Royal Alberta Museum revival? Province accepting proposals to save old RAM site

After resisting calls to save the historic former home of the Royal Alberta Museum, the province will now accept proposals to repurpose the building in central Edmonton.

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