4 h. ago International food festival for sipping and snacking coming to Toronto this month

There's a food festival coming to Toronto this month featuring some of the city's hottest food and beverage vendors.Back for its second year, which is expected to be even bigger and better than the first, Toronto's premier "sip and snack" festival, Feastie, returns on July 19 for a full day featuring some of the hottest food and drinks the city has to offer.Founded on the goal of highlighting businesses owned by members of marginalized and underrepresented communities, this year's festival is set to feature over 40 different food and drink vendors spanning a swath of international cuisines.From Jamaican Patties to French Toast to locally-crafted wines to homemade Thai iced tea, there's only one thing guaranteed at Feastie: you won't go hungry. To make extra sure of that, there's a variety of food and beverage options on the docket priced at $10 or less, so there’s a feast in store regardless of your budget.Although anything is possible when you believe in y...

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9 h. ago Nathan Fillion Civilian Pavilion featured on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Edmonton-born actor Nathan Fillion hits the big screen this week with James Gunn’s DC blockbuster Superman. But his hometown featured prominently in an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live, with guest host Anthony Anderson. Firstly, Fillion, who graduated Holy Trinity High school and attended Concordia University Edmonton, jokingly mentioned he asks people to refer to him […]

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10 h. ago KDays 2025 rolls out bold new food lineup featuring sweet heat, global fusions, and pickle everything

More than 35 new menu items, including spicy mango soft serve and pickle-flavoured doughnuts, are set to debut at this summer’s fair.

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12 h. ago Why this Toronto dining cruise is a unique way to spend a summer evening

Patio season? Never heard of her! This summer in Toronto, it’s all about sipping drinks and eating delicious food right on the deck of a gorgeous cruise ship.I have to admit, I never really considered myself to be a cruise person. But after being invited to join City Cruises’ Summer Kick Off Cruise — which celebrated their first dinner cruise of the season — I’m getting myself a pair of boat shoes and will be setting sail more frequently!A sailor's welcomeI started the night by boarding the ship and being greeted by the entire crew. Arriving a bit early for boarding, I waited for the rest of my group by sipping a cocktail on the boat's open-air deck on the top floor — one of three levels on my vessel, the Toronto Odyssey.A Blue Hawaiian is as crisp and refreshing as the waters.The furniture was comfy and offered some cute photo ops with a large decorative lifebuoy. I was also serenaded by the live DJ and saxophonist com...

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14 h. ago The Amazing Race Canada features local Oilers' devotee Superfan Magoo

When Blair Gladue and his wife Skylene “Nipîy” Gladue were asked to join this season’s cast of The Amazing Race he had one big worry. “I looked at the schedule and I was like, ‘oh, no, you know what? If we do this, I’m going to miss the first two rounds of the Stanley Cup […]

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15 h. ago Hockey fight breaks out on a golf course in viral clip appearing to feature ex

Allegedly drunk golfer was tossed in a water hazard and punched several times by what fans believe to be Nick Tarnasky.

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16 h. ago Blockmate Ventures to Present at the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference July 10th

Company invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com TORONTO, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blockmate Ventures (OTCQB: MATEF | TSXV: MATE), based in Toronto, focused on venture building scalable Blockchain businesses, today announced that Domenic Carosa, Founder & Chairman, will present live at the AI […]

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19 h. ago AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference Agenda Announced for July 10th

Company Executives Share Vision and Answer Questions Live at VirtualInvestorConferences.com NEW YORK, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtual Investor Conferences, the leading proprietary investor conference series announced the agenda for the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference July 10. Individual investors, institutional investors, advisors, and analysts are invited to attend. REGISTER HERE It is […]

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19 h. ago Kobo Resources Launches Limited Edition Jersey to Support Village Communities Through Kobo Cup CSR Initiative

QUEBEC CITY — Kobo Resources Inc. (TSX.V: KRI): KOBO CUP SUPPORTER JERSEY Building on the success of the inaugural Kobo Cup in 2024, Kobo Resources has proudly expanded this initiative in 2025 into a full multi-village tournament. This year also featured a dynamic art workshop where young artists from Kossou, Bocabo, and Angossé designed the […]

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20 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Doug Ford's federal ambitions may hurt Alberta down the road

Frankly, I’m not sure I trust Ford to live up to his end of these agreements given his federal ambitions.

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20 h. ago Ontario residents are about to get payouts from the government

Ontario residents may want to check their bank accounts this week, as the monthly Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payments are scheduled to be distributed.Eligible Ontario residents who are registered to receive the payment can expect to see the deposit in their bank account on Thursday, July 10.Payments are usually issued on the 10th of the month; however, if payment dates fall on a weekend or bank holiday, payments are deposited on the last working day before the 10th.Are you eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit?The OTB is a tax-free combination of three payments: the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, the Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit.You must be eligible for at least one of the payments to receive monthly payments.You could get a maximum of $1,283 for the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit if you're between 18 and 64 years old, $1,461 if you are 65 or older, $285 if you live on a reserve or in a public long-term care home, and ...

Politics

22 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Sibling is making elderly mom’s life a living hell

DEAR ABBY: I live five hours away from my hometown. My mom is 98 and in assisted living there. In recent years, my younger sister has become cruel to our mom and is trying to take advantage of her.   Instead of helping Mom, she does things to deliberately upset her and raise her blood […]

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35 h. ago AbCellera to Report Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results on August 7, 2025

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — AbCellera (Nasdaq: ABCL) will announce its second quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, August 7, 2025, and hold an earnings conference call at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time) the same day. A live audio webcast of the earnings conference may be accessed through a link that will be […]

Culture

36 h. ago Toronto garden party at historic mansion this month will be like trip back to 1920s

Get ready to time travel — flapper dresses, swing dancing, and vintage vibes are set to take over one of Toronto's most charming historic estates this summer.This month, the Spadina Museum, also known as Spadina House, is hosting the ultimate throwback event: the Roaring '20s Garden Party, and you're invited to step straight into the Gatsby era.The museum's sprawling gardens will be transformed into a lively 1920s-style fête, complete with live jazz music, vintage fashion, and lawn games that'll make you feel like you're partying at a grand estate a century ago (a friendly game of croquet, anyone?).Don't forget to dress to impress; a costume parade happening at 3 p.m. is your chance to show off those feathered headbands, suspenders, and pearls.Swing dance lessons will run throughout the day for anyone wanting to learn a few classic moves (or just relive their Bridgerton fantasy with a Charleston twist). And for anyone feeling creativ...

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38 h. ago Olivia Chow shows off dance moves in another ‘cringeworthy’ public display

Torontonians celebrated the diverse Latin community at the annual Salsa on St. Clair event over the weekend. Among the festivities was a parade, authentic cuisine, live entertainment and, of course, salsa dancing performances and lessons. So, naturally, Mayor Olivia Chow — who has proven time and time again that she loves to shake her groove […]

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40 h. ago TTC making a whole bunch of changes after disastrous Rogers Stadium debut

British soft-rockers Coldplay are bringing their radio-friendly setlist to Toronto's new Rogers Stadium for a four-show tour stop this week, and it seems just about everyone is scrambling behind the scenes to make sure these concerts aren't disasters like the venue's messy debut on June 29.On the heels of a similar announcement from Live Nation about improving the concertgoer experience, the TTC has announced several changes for two subway stations ahead of Coldplay's first of four shows at Rogers Stadium on Monday evening.Among the handful of changes announced, the transit agency says it will be adding staff at Sheppard West and Wilson stations to improve customer flow and assist passengers in finding the venue. It will also be converting accessible shuttles to full-size TTC buses instead of using its lower-capacity Wheel-Trans vehicles. The commission states that it will also "monitor and make additional changes if needed."ICYMI&h...

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42 h. ago Some Canadians will get bigger payouts from the government this week

Canadians who are eligible for the Advanced Canada Workers Benefit (ACWB) will get larger payments from the government starting this week.The ACWB is an advanced payment of the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB), a refundable tax credit that eligible individuals can claim on their tax return.The benefit is supposed to help individuals and families who are working and earning a lower income.Canadians who are eligible for the CWB on their tax return will get advanced payments of up to 50 per cent of the CWB through the ACWB. These are paid out automatically three times throughout the year.The federal government usually deposits the money into bank accounts on the 12th, but since it falls on a Saturday in July, the next payment is scheduled for Friday, July 11.You are eligible if:You're over 19 years old on December 31, or live with a spouse or common-law partner or your child,You're a resident of Canada throughout the year, andYou're working but earning less than the&n...

Politics

52 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

3 d. ago Toronto's only Hawaiian festival returns this month and it's totally free

If you're craving sunshine, island rhythms, and a taste of aloha spirit — without leaving the city — mark your calendars for AlohaFest Toronto, happening Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Mel Lastman Square from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Back for another high-energy edition, this vibrant, all-ages festival is Toronto's only event dedicated to the diverse cultures of the Pacific Islands, and that's enough reason that you don't want to miss it!Presented by local hula school Hālau Hula I Ka Lā, AlohaFest brings together the dance, music, food, and community spirit of Polynesia for a full-day celebration. Expect a jam-packed schedule of live Polynesian dance and music performances featuring artists from across the GTA and beyond.Performers will take the stage in colourful regalia to showcase the rich traditions of Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Fiji, and more.The festival grounds will also host a curated marketplace of island-inspired vendors offering everything from handmade ...

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3 d. ago Dalai Lama hopes to live more than 130 years, he says ahead of 90th birthday

Tibetan spiritual leader says he plans to reincarnate after his death

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