12 h. ago Opinion: All communities must play a role in addressing housing shortage

Opinion: Proposed Anmore South, with 2,200 homes, is the latest development that could fall prey to the classic nemesis of growth and development: Not in my backyard.

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9 d. ago Toronto's High Park cherry blossoms are about to reach full bloom for 2025

The annual return of Toronto's vibrant sakura cherry blossoms has officially begun, with the first delicate white petals opening in High Park as of April 28, right on schedule.According to Toronto's go-to expert for cherry blossom updates, Steven Joniak — better known as Sakura Steve — this year's full bloom is expected to begin on May 1, followed by peak bloom (when 90 to 100 per cent of blossoms are open) from May 2 through May 9 in High Park.For over a decade, Sakura Steve has kept cherry blossom fans informed with updates on his site, Sakura in High Park. Since 2012, he's been Toronto's most trusted sakura tracker, even receiving special recognition from Matsunaga Takeshi, the Consul-General of Japan, for his dedication.As always, the weather will play a decisive role in just how long that peak will last, with the upcoming rain and thunderstorms potentially shortening that window. Visitors heading to the park right now will spot only a f...

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9 d. ago Postmedia Welcomes Anita Boyle Evans as Senior Vice President, National Client Partnerships

TORONTO — Postmedia Network Canada Corp. (“Postmedia” or the “Company”) announced that effective April 7, 2025, Anita Boyle Evans joined the company as the Senior Vice President, National Client Partnerships. Anita will play a pivotal role in developing and nurturing strategic relationships at both the national and agency levels and further enhancing client engagement through […]

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1 week ago ConnexPay Taps American Express Alum Colin Temple to Lead Sales in North America

DALLAS — ConnexPay, the pioneers of unified customer PayIns and supplier PayOuts on a single platform, announced today the appointment of Colin Temple as Head of Direct Sales – North America. In this strategic role, he will lead sales teams and initiatives across the US and Canada and play a key role in accelerating the […]

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1 week ago Battleground B.C. shaping up to play pivotal role in Canada’s election

In 2021, the Liberals won 15 seats in B.C., while the Conservatives and NDP each won 13. How the chips fall this time could determine if Canada sees a majority government.

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1 week ago Ontario prepares to play a pivotal role in electing Canada’s next prime minister

The 2025 Canadian federal election is being fought across 343 ridings, 122 of which are in Ontario. Parties know the province is key on the road to forming government.

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1 week ago Canada votes: Ontario prepares to play pivotal role in electing next prime minister

The 2025 Canadian federal election is being fought across 343 ridings, 122 of which are in Ontario. Parties know the province is key on the road to forming government.

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1 week ago Swarms of aggravating midges are taking over Toronto once again

They're back, and as always, they're as annoying as ever. Toronto's infamous midges have officially returned in swarms for 2025, and if you've been near the lake or tried to enjoy a peaceful park stroll lately, you've likely met dark clouds of them up close, or even accidentally swallowed a few.The tiny, cloud-forming bugs belong to the family known as Chironomidae, and although they don't bite, it doesn't make their presence any less irritating.The flies typically emerge in thick swarms starting in mid-April, and are known for flying into people's faces, getting tangled in your hair, and even becoming unintentional snacks mid-conversation or bike ride.The midge invasion hits like clockwork every spring, especially along Toronto's waterfront. With temperatures on the rise, it looks like the first wave has already landed, and so too have complaints on social media.While they are definitely a huge nuisance, midges actually play a vital role in Lake ...

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2 w. ago Farmers Driving Change This Earth Day by Recycling on the Farm

ETOBICOKE, Ontario, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — April 22, 2025. This Earth Day, on April 22, Cleanfarms shines a light on the vital role Canadian farmers play – their innovative spirit and deep-rooted dedication are key to environmental stewardship in agricultural recycling. “Farmers have always been at the heart of environmental stewardship,” says Barry […]

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2 w. ago Opinion: It's time for Ottawa to address the national housing crisis

Opinion: To meet the scale of the housing crisis in B.C. alone, Ottawa must invest $2.34 billion per year over the next decade — and there is more that the next federal government must do

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2 w. ago Easter: The peril and power of images in religious tradition

Douglas Todd: When the second commandment says to "not bow down before graven images,” what role can the visual arts play in spiritual life?

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3 w. ago Psychedelic drugs are good — really good — for your sex life: Study

Tripping out may be a plus in the bedroom. A study published in the Journal of Sex Research found that psychedelic substances may play a role when it comes to intimacy. Nearly 600 people were surveyed about their sexual experiences — both long-term and short-term — while on psychedelics such as psilocybin mushrooms, LSD, ecstasy […]

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4 w. ago Liberal, Conservative housing plans alone 'not going to fix' problems: Calgary mayor

Mark Carney's Liberals and Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives have both unveiled plans to address Canada's housing crisis

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