4 h. ago People are trying to stop Toronto from renaming more Ryerson and Dundas assets

As Toronto grapples with the fact that white male historical figures can often be problematic in modern contexts (shocker!) the City and other private entities are continuing on the crusade to wipe the names of certain figures from various assets, with more changes to come this year.First to go was Ryerson University, which chose to adopt the moniker Toronto Metropolitan University in 2022 after people began drawing awareness to namesake Egerton Ryerson's hand in creating not just Canada's public school system, but also its appalling residential school system (knowledge that resulted in protesters tearing down the school's statue of the figure, among other things).Then there was Yonge-Dundas Square, Dundas Street, and numerous other properties bearing the name Dundas, which are in various stages of renaming after Henry Dundas's past came into question, with some believing he delayed the end of slavery, but others ...

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5 h. ago Trump Says US Doesn’t Want Russia, China Moving Closer Together

President Donald Trump expressed caution over closer ties between China and Russia, outlining plans to improve ties with two countries that have united in opposing the US on the world stage.

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7 h. ago Cash sale of scrap metal from B.C. city’s works yard raises questions

A Global News investigation has uncovered how scrap metal was being taken from the Richmond city works yard and sold for cash.

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7 h. ago North York hairdresser accused of sexually assaulting youth customers

A 60-year-old North York hairdresser has been charged with sexual assault involving male youth customers. In a news release issued on Tuesday night, Toronto Police said the accused owns a salon called “Miss Agot” in the Bathurst St.-Wilson Ave. area. Police said that on March 7, a male youth attended the salon for a haircut […]

Economics

7 h. ago Trump Says It’ll Be Easier to Deal With Liberal Leader in Canada

US President Donald Trump said he would rather work with the Liberal Party leader in Canada to resolve a trade war he instigated with Ottawa, weighing in on an expected national election in the neighboring North American country.

Politics

8 h. ago Netanyahu says Israeli strikes across Gaza that killed hundreds ’only the beginning’

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — Israel launched airstrikes across the Gaza Strip early Tuesday that killed more than 400 Palestinians, local health officials said, shattering a ceasefire in place since January as it vowed to force Hamas to release more hostages and relinquish control of the territory. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes after […]

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10 h. ago Gun, drugs seized by Hamilton cops who tracked down stolen vehicle

An investigation by the Hamilton Police major drugs and gangs unit into a stolen vehicle led them to locate the vehicle Friday while it was being occupied by two male suspects. Cops said investigators covertly followed the vehicle to a business on Plains Rd. in Halton Region before they arrested and charged Maurice Caissy, 44, […]

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10 h. ago ‘It’s going to be a good year’: Telegraph Cove begins rebuild after fire

The North Island village has been a longstanding hub for ecotourism in the area and since the fire, the owners have vowed to rebuild.

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10 h. ago North Shore rescuers say don't repeat these mistakes, after Cypress skier rescued out

"When he realized he was lost, he called Cypress dispatch, not 911," the rescue team said in a statement on Tuesday.

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11 h. ago Little Italy’s Bar Pompette receives prestigious hospitality award

Toronto’s Bar Pompette has been named Michter’s Art of Hospitality Winner by North America’s 50 Best Bars. In its fourth edition, North America’s 50 Best Bars — sponsored by Perrier — is considered by many as the most authoritative and prestigious survey of cocktail tastes on the continent . This year’s awards ceremony will take […]

Science

11 h. ago US Looks to Reassure European Allies on Role in Ukraine Deal

US officials have told their European counterparts that the European Union will have to be involved in any Ukraine peace agreement given that Russia wants relief from sanctions imposed by the bloc as part of a deal, people familiar with the matter said.

Economics

11 h. ago CEMATRIX To Report Fourth Quarter and 2024 Year End Results on March 26, 2025

Earnings Webinar Scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET, March 27, 2025 CALGARY, Alberta, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CEMATRIX Corporation (TSX: CEMX) (OTCQB:CTXXF) (“CEMATRIX” or the “Company“), a specialty construction contractor that produces cellular concrete solutions on site and is a leading manufacturer and supplier of cellular concrete in North America today announced that it […]

Culture

11 h. ago Hamilton cops use spike belt, tracking dogs to arrest motorist

Officers patrolling St. Patrick’s Day celebration hotspots in Hamilton this week ended up using dogs to track down a woman who allegedly fled from them after they used a spike belt to stop her vehicle, according to police. Hamilton Police said officers deployed a spike belt in the Mount Albion-Highland Rds. area to bring a […]

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12 h. ago Alleged synagogue attacker hit with rare charge of ‘advocating genocide,’ but released on bail anyway

In addition to charges for arson, criminal harassment, threats and mischief, Amir Arvahi Azar was also hit with multiple gun charges

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12 h. ago Two years after fatal fire, Montreal tightens rules on short

MONTREAL — Montreal has cracked down on short-term rentals in a bid to ease housing pressure in the city and fight what it calls the “scourge” of illegal listings on Airbnb. Members of city council on Tuesday passed a new bylaw that will allow people to rent their homes for short stays only during peak […]

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12 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Newmarket community support worker charged with fraud

A community support worker from Newmarket has been charged after allegedly defrauding a vulnerable person of more than $10,000 over three years. York Regional Police said a family member of the victim contacted police after more than $10,000 was withdrawn from their account between 2021 and 2023. “The victim, who is a vulnerable member of […]

Society

12 h. ago Door may be opening for Lorenzo Insigne to return with TFC, but it’s up to coach

The door may be opening for out-of-favour Italian star Lorenzo Insigne to return to the Toronto FC lineup. The 33-year-old winger, whose salary of US$15.4 million ranked second to Miami’s Lionel Messi last year in Major League Soccer, has not dressed this season. Club officials have said the former Napoli captain does not fit into […]

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12 h. ago Ontario destinations are becoming popular among people ditching U.S. trips

The pandemic and resulting cost of living crisis may have gotten us down, but Canadian patriotism has quickly rebounded to new heights since the Trump administration imposed steep tariffs on imports from the north (along with, you know, threatening to take us over).In an act of boycott, many from Ontario and across the country are renouncing their travel plans to the U.S. in favour of exploring more of the Great White North and supporting the Canadian economy, alongside purchasing more made-in-Canada goods.Though people have been understandably vocal about cancelling American vacations and otherwise voting with their dollar in light of everything going on, we are seeing more and more stats backing this trend up — for example, the fact that the number of border crossings from Canada to the U.S. has already plunged significantly within a matter of weeks.Airbnb is also seeing a major shift in booking habits, with more Canadia...

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12 h. ago Ottawa men, Quebec resident facing drug charges in Thunder Bay

Following an investigation that began in January, police searched two residences in Thunder Bay on March 5.

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13 h. ago No charges for VPD officer who fatally shot armed man in Downtown Eastside hotel

The fatal shooting happened on May 5, 2022 at the Patricia Hotel as police responded to reports of an armed man having a mental health or drug-related crisis and assaulting people.

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