3 h. ago Country's first wireless call happened on Canada Day 40 years ago in Toronto

This July 1 marks the 40th anniversary of Canada’s first wireless call. According to Rogers, it happened at Nathan Phillips Square in downtown Toronto.At the time, Toronto's mayor, Art Eggleton, made the call with Montreal's Mayor Jean Drapeau using a 10-pound (4.5kg) mobile phone. Rogers provided this call.In July 1985, mobile networks only were able to handle 100 calls per day, but now, Canadians make about 100 million calls and use 6.5 billion megabytes of data on Rogers wireless network."Our wireless journey began with a single call, and it was the beginning of many innovative firsts," said Tony Staffieri, president and CEO of Rogers in a press release. "We're proud of our legacy of leadership and innovation to connect Canadians on Canada’s most reliable networks."And while this is the 40th anniversary of Canada's first wireless call, Rogers also produced a video to celebrate this important milestone.

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6 h. ago More than 250 CN Tower workers locked out ahead of Canada Day, union says

The decision to lock out workers including hosts, wait staff, bartenders and cooks at the start of peak tourist season 'speaks volumes,' Unifor said

Society

7 h. ago Health setback extends Martinez’s absence from Sportsnet’s Blue Jays broadcasts

Broadcaster, 76, most recently called Toronto game on May 28 in Texas, but took all of June off

Sport

8 h. ago Security heightened for Canada Day in B.C. in shadow of Lapu Lapu festival attack

B.C. police are beefing up security measures for Canada Day celebrations following recent incidents of violence. A government leader says the measures should make people feel safe.

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9 h. ago Blue Jays plan to be buyer as MLB trade deadline approaches, GM says

Pitching help, right-handed bat among needs for club as Yankees hit town for crucial 4-game series

Economics

9 h. ago Heat warnings issued for Edmonton, Calgary and other parts of Alberta

As Albertans prepare to celebrate Canada Day, Environment Canada is warning of a heat wave. Temperatures could reach highs of 35 C in some parts of the province this week.

Culture

9 h. ago Did you spot a submarine in Vancouver waters? It's here for Fleet Week

Ship tours and boat rides and other family fun come to the North Shore on Canada Day and the following weekend

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10 h. ago Ottawa Senators turn attention to NHL free agency on Canada Day

Will there be any fireworks at the Canadian Tire Centre on Tuesday? The light show that will be held downtown on Canada Day is guaranteed, but it will be up to Steve Staios, the Ottawa Senators’ president of hockey operations and general manager, to determine if all the talk will turn to action when the […]

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11 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays player is trying to buy an actual flamethrower for some reason

Toronto Blue Jays star Kevin Gausman is proving an old adage right: pitchers are generally sort of strange dudes.In his four seasons in Toronto, Gausman has become a strong fan favourite, with his happy-go-lucky personality meshing well among the Blue Jays faithful.Over the weekend, Gausman took to X to ask his followers a pretty simple question: anyone know where to get a flamethrower in Toronto?Looking for a flamethrower. Anyone in Toronto know anyone?— Kevin Gausman (@KevinGausman) June 28, 2025The comments were filled with jokes about Gausman's fastball, about his teammates, and about how to make one from scratch.But MLB.com's Keegan Matheson followed up Gausman's tweet with a bit of journalism: Gausman wasn't playing around."I should let everyone know that Kevin is serious about this. Flamethrower isn't a metaphor here. He's looking to acquire a literal flamethrower," Matheson wrote.It's unclear what exactly Gausman wanted the flameth...

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15 h. ago New report highlights how identity shapes charitable giving in Canada

Generosity in Canada is as diverse as the people who call it home VANCOUVER, BC, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada Day is a time to celebrate what unites us, and one of those connections is generosity. From newcomers to indigenous communities, people give in ways that are shaped by their culture, upbringing, and […]

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15 h. ago CN Tower’s hospitality workers locked out but observation deck, walk, shop remain open

Just in time for Canada Day, the management of one of the country’s top tourist destinations – the CN Tower – had locked out more than 250 workers represented by Unifor, effective Monday, reports the union. “Canada Lands Company (the crown corporation that runs CN Tower) choosing to lock out workers at the very start […]

Society

16 h. ago Union says 250 CN Tower workers locked out ahead of Canada Day

TORONTO — Canada’s largest private-sector union says more than 250 CN Tower workers have been locked out by the Crown corporation operating the Toronto tourist attraction. Unifor says the decision by Canada Lands Co. to lock out workers, including hosts, wait staff, bartenders and cooks at the start of peak tourist season “speaks volumes,” and […]

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16 h. ago Things to do in Calgary in July: Calgary Stampede | Canada Day | Mexifest

Events, activities and festivals in Calgary in July

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18 h. ago À TVA Sports : les Yankees débarquent à Toronto pour une série très importante

Les deux équipes amorcent une importante série de quatre matchs.

Sport

19 h. ago Newegg Kicks Off 4th of July Sale with FantasTech Price Protection on Early Tech Deals

DIAMOND BAR, Calif. — Newegg Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEGG) (the “Company”), a leading global technology e-commerce company, today launched its 4th of July Sale and Canada Day Sale, the official kickoff to the retailer’s 11th annual FantasTech sales event. Running from June 30 through July 6, the sale features thousands of early tech deals, many […]

Economics

19 h. ago Will internal trade barriers be gone by Canada Day? Unlikely, experts say

Throughout the spring federal election campaign, Liberal Leader Mark Carney repeatedly vowed to "eliminate" interprovincial trade barriers and create "free trade by Canada Day."

Economics

34 h. ago Blue Jays bullpen locks down series win at Fenway, Yankees up next

Following back-to-back blowouts with the Blue Jays and Red Sox exchanging lopsided outcomes, Sunday’s series rubber match at Fenway Park was close and competitive with the normal quirkiness inherent to the historic venue on full display. The Jays jumped out early with the long ball before the Red Sox drew even 2-2. Toronto regained the advantage […]

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34 h. ago Opportunity awaits for Blue Jays to turn Yankees series into a Canada Day party

Last place, first place, winning streak or losing one, when the Blue Jays celebrate the red and white Maple Leaf for the annual Canada Day game, it’s one of the great days on this country’s sporting calendar. The 2025 renewal of the official start to summer, a July 1 baseball party on Tuesday, has the […]

Culture

34 h. ago How are some Canadians in Edmonton feeling about July 1 Canada Day?

“It's a little bit insane right now."

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36 h. ago Interest in ‘elbows up’ merchandise waning ahead of Canada Day, businesses say

When Rachael Coe decided to launch an “elbows up” merchandise line at her store in Yarmouth, N.S., in March, she said it was an immediate bestseller. Within a week, Coe said her Timeless Memories shop had already made 400 sales. By the end of the first month, she had sold 2,500 products, ranging from T-shirts […]

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