4 h. ago There are 4 places in the GTA that cost more to live in than Toronto

When it comes to the cost of living in Canada, Toronto often takes the spotlight as one of the priciest places to call home. With its bustling downtown core, soaring condo prices, and ever-rising rent, it's no surprise many assume it tops the charts for affordability challenges, but this isn't quite the case. One would be forgiven for thinking that Toronto is the most expensive city in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), but other cities in the region regularly top the 416 in average cost of living. A recent MoneySense report reveals four cities that surpass Toronto among the most expensive places to live in the GTA, and a couple of them don't come as a huge surprise to anyone paying attention to regional home prices and the increase in living costs. Richmond HillAn aerial view of a residential street in Richmond Hill. Photo by liran finzi sokolovski/Shutterstock. According to the report, Richmond Hill leads the pack amo...

Economics

11 h. ago Carter Yakemchuk leads Ottawa Senators rookie to victory over Toronto Maple Leafs

The defenceman led the way in the Prospects Showdown opener with two goals and an assist.

Culture

11 h. ago Maple Leaf kids show spunk in losing rookie event opener to Senators

The final score Saturday won’t be remembered by the Maple Leafs talent evaluators as much as the spirit of their rookie squad. Opening the Prospects Showdown at the Bell Centre in Montreal against the Ottawa Senators’ freshmen, they were down three at one stage before a strong rally nearly tied an eventual 4-3 loss. Luke […]

Society

15 h. ago RCMP feared traitor Kim Philby knew ’most interesting’ Canadian secrets: Documents

OTTAWA — The early-1960s revelation that British spy Kim Philby had worked for Moscow alarmed Canadian intelligence officials who feared that he had betrayed confidences gleaned from Soviet defector Igor Gouzenko, once-secret archival records show. Harold Adrian Russell “Kim” Philby was recruited by Russian intelligence in the 1930s. He joined Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service, known […]

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20 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Fate of programs like CSC true a barometer of Carney's budget

I’m sure you’re all super impressed by the work being done in your communities by the legions of young volunteers working for the Canada Service Corps. What!? You say you’ve never heard of the Canada Service Corps (CSC)? Welcome to the club. Almost no Canadian has heard of it, even though the program has blown […]

Events

22 h. ago Here’s what’s happening in currency markets and more: FP video

Watch: Plus, how Ottawa's five nation-building projects could be a game changer for Canada's economy

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22 h. ago NP View: Carney Liberals again side with Israel’s enemies, fail to protect Canadian Jews

In 1939, Ottawa's policy towards the Jews was 'none is too many.' Now, it's one of sheer indifference

Transport

22 h. ago Saturday's letters: Don't follow U.S. on COVID vaccine policy

I received an email from Minister LaGrange notifying me of the protocol for receiving COVID vaccines. This decision is shortsighted as there will not be sufficient hospital capacity for those that will need hospitalization as a result of contracting the virus. What Minister LaGrange has not considered are the higher costs to the medical system […]

Events

23 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: Weak Jobs, Steady Inflation Seal Fed Rate Cut

A record downward revision to annual US job growth, paired with no surprises in the latest inflation data, sealed the deal for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next week.

Economics

24 h. ago Ipsos poll: With MPs returning, Carney government has decade

Canadians appear ready to give the Carney government the benefit of the doubt. But new polling shows the Liberals have some vulnerabilities on affordability and cost of housing.

Politics

28 h. ago Detached Toronto house is under $500,000 but there's a catch

Attention, brave souls of the Toronto real estate world: a detached house on Rhodes Ave. E. has magically appeared on the market for under $500,000. Yes, under.Of course, it's a bit of a mess. We're talking a bed in the dining room, particle board–covered windows, missing ceilings, and a basement that adults and children alike would be scared to enter.But according to the listing, it's got "potential", you just need to look past the chaos to see it. What was once probably the dining room. You'll definitely need a strong stomach and positive attitude to navigate the "needs TLC" part.The one and only bathroom that is missing part of the ceiling. From the photos, there's a lot of work to be done if you're going to keep the original structure. An air-conditioning unit is balanced over the stairs. But if you dream of being a handyman, a builder, or a renovator with a boat load of optimism, this could be a gre...

Economics

28 h. ago Les restrictions liées aux travailleurs étrangers temporaires pèsent sur les régions

Le silence de Québec et d’Ottawa sur la question accentue les inquiétudes dans les entreprises et les municipalités.

Other

30 h. ago Streveler struggles in Hamilton, Bombers drop third straight and fall below .500 mark

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers dropped their third straight game, 32-21 to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Friday night. and fell to 6-7 on the season.

Events

32 h. ago Gabriel Diallo donne les devants au Canada lors d’une scène surréelle à Halifax

L’aréna qui peut habituellement accueillir plus de 10 500 spectateurs était complètement vide.

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33 h. ago Protests outside, silence inside as Canada faces Israel in empty Halifax arena

HALIFAX — It was a surreal scene in Halifax on Friday as Canada kicked off its Davis Cup tennis tie against Israel behind closed doors at Scotiabank Centre in Halifax. Save for athletes and staff of the two teams and the necessary officials, who were either on the court or courtside, the venue that normally […]

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33 h. ago Mayoral candidate Sonya Sharp promises to hire 500 more police officers if elected

Other candidates say there is more to crime reduction than just hiring police

Events

33 h. ago Mayoral candidate Sonya Sharp pledges to hire 500 more police officers if elected

Other candidates say there is more to crime reduction than just hiring police

Events

33 h. ago New Fortress Energy Advisers Prepare for Confidential Debt Talks

Advisers to various groups of New Fortress Energy Inc. creditors have signed non-disclosure agreements with the liquefied natural gas company as it begins restructuring talks after prolonged project delays have left it struggling to cover debt costs, according to people familiar with the situation.

Economics

34 h. ago Former Red Sox pitcher Austin Maddox sentenced to 3 years in prison for soliciting a minor

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Austin Maddox has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from an underage sex sting. Maddox, 34, pleaded guilty Thursday to meeting a minor to do unlawful acts and unlawful use of a two-way communications device. As part of a plea […]

Events

34 h. ago Ward Sspomitapi: Transit safety among the top issue for constituents

Safety — more specifically, transit safety — is currently the top concern heard by candidates in Ward Sspomitapi. Ward Sspomitapi includes former wards 11 and 12 in the city’s southeast. The estimated population in Sspomitapi is 111,500. Seven candidates are currently vying for the position of city councillor, including incumbent Jo-Anne Wright, who is hoping […]

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