16 h. ago Eglinton Crosstown LRT station opens for GO trains, route still without completion date

Mount Dennis Station opened its doors to GO train passengers and people riding on Toronto buses, marking the first part of the Eglinton LRT to start accepting passengers.

Transport

60 h. ago Toronto winter services plan won’t keep everyone warm this season, advocates say

TORONTO — Housing advocates say Toronto’s winter services plan to help those experiencing homelessness is an improvement from previous years, but there’s still more work to be done to keep people warm and dry this winter. Starting on Saturday, the City of Toronto added 1,275 shelter spaces for people experiencing homelessness to its shelter system […]

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4 d. ago Among complaints resolved by Ontario’s patient ombudsman: a person who wasn’t told they had cancer for a year

TORONTO — A growing number of people are filing complaints to Ontario’s patient ombudsman office, which says it wrapped a record number of investigations last year including a case where a person was discharged by a hospital without being told they had cancer. The Patient Ombudsman’s annual report released Thursday says there were 4,886 new […]

Science

6 d. ago Famous Filipino cafe is coming to Toronto this week with the help of a local restaurant

An ultra-popular cafe based in the Philippines is soon setting up shop in Toronto for a limited time with the help of an equally celebrated local restaurant.As far as coffee shops in Makati City (a small city in the Philippines within the Metro Manila area) go, they don't come much cooler than Annex House.Located in the stylish Poblacion neighbourhood — described to me by Annex House's Toronto team as the "Queen West of Manila" — the cafe-by-day, bar-by-night concept comes by its name quite literally, located in a former home.Nowadays, rather than housing locals, the two-storey building houses a bar, coffee shop, design studio and a to-die-for alley patio, cementing it as a home for local creatives to work, play and connect.It's the stuff that urban foodie dreams are made of, hindered only by its location halfway across the world. Until this week, that is.As of Thursday, Nov. 13, people in Toronto will be able to experience the magic of An...

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6 d. ago Famous Filipino cafe is comes to Toronto for the first time this week

An ultra-popular cafe based in the Philippines is soon setting up shop in Toronto for a limited time with the help of an equally celebrated local restaurant.As far as coffee shops in Makati City (a small city in the Philippines within the Metro Manila area) go, they don't come much cooler than Annex House.Located in the stylish Poblacion neighbourhood — described to me by Annex House's Toronto team as the "Queen West of Manila" — the cafe-by-day, bar-by-night concept comes by its name quite literally, located in a former home.Nowadays, rather than housing locals, the two-storey building houses a bar, coffee shop, design studio and a to-die-for alley patio, cementing it as a home for local creatives to work, play and connect.It's the stuff that urban foodie dreams are made of, hindered only by its location halfway across the world. Until this week, that is.As of Thursday, Nov. 13, people in Toronto will be able to experience the magic of An...

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6 d. ago Famous Filipino cafe comes to Toronto for the first time this week

An ultra-popular cafe based in the Philippines is soon setting up shop in Toronto for a limited time with the help of an equally celebrated local restaurant.As far as coffee shops in Makati City (a small city in the Philippines within the Metro Manila area) go, they don't come much cooler than Annex House.Located in the stylish Poblacion neighbourhood — described to me by Annex House's Toronto team as the "Queen West of Manila" — the cafe-by-day, bar-by-night concept comes by its name quite literally, located in a former home.Nowadays, rather than housing locals, the two-storey building houses a bar, coffee shop, design studio and a to-die-for alley patio, cementing it as a home for local creatives to work, play and connect.It's the stuff that urban foodie dreams are made of, hindered only by its location halfway across the world. Until this week, that is.As of Thursday, Nov. 13, people in Toronto will be able to experience the magic of An...

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6 d. ago WARMINGTON: Toronto spits on veterans’ graves with land, slavery acknowledgements

Only in Toronto would people putting on a Remembrance Day ceremony on Nov. 11th be so crass as to make treaties and the slave trade take precedence over the fallen troops of Canada's foreign wars

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2 w. ago People in Toronto fighting to keep neighbourhood restaurants and cafes alive

The debate surrounding interior neighbourhood restaurants, cafes, and retail is heating up in Toronto, as people raise their voices in response to a recent video that took aim at a beloved local pizza joint.Few pizzerias in Toronto are as great a point of pride for the city as Dovercourt's Badiali. Widely renowned as one of the top pizza restaurants in the city and resting on a residential corner, it's the definition of an institution.That's why, when it came under fire at a recent Planning and Housing Committee meeting, tensions surrounding it, and similar residentially-located businesses, flared."Definitely, Pizza Badiali is a huge issue, and it's been an issue for the church across the street," one resident stated in a now-infamous video clip from the meeting."They've had to block off their stairs because of garbage issues, and there's lines down the block, and it's definitely had adverse impacts on the neighbours that live clo...

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2 w. ago People still think Toronto Blue Jays deserve parade after World Series loss

The Toronto Blue Jays' heartbreaking World Series loss in Game 7 has left much of Canada in a disappointed funk, but a vocal contingent of the team's base is still calling for a parade to celebrate the team's historic playoff run — even if it didn't end the way the country had hoped.Toronto was just two outs away from winning a title, and even after losing a lead in the 9th inning, the Jays were again just inches from a World Series before ultimately falling to the Dodgers 5-4 in the 11th inning.It was about as close as you can get to a championship without actually getting the trophy — an achievement that fans still want recognized.Journalist Steve Paikin is one of the many prominent voices who have suggested a parade be held regardless of the loss. It's an idea that even some Dodger fans are getting behind.Dodger fan, here. I agree.— Dowe Kaufman (@kaufman64982) November 2, 2025One user called on Mayor Chow to organize a parade for the te...

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2 w. ago CRIME SCENE: 2 people stabbed after dispute in downtown Toronto

2 men in their 20s suffered stab wounds after argument near Moss Park, 3rd man in his 20s arrested at scene

Events

2 w. ago CRIME SCENE: Hwy. 410 partly closed after pedestrian killed in crash 

2 men in their 20s suffered stab wounds after argument near Moss Park, 3rd man in his 20s arrested at scene

Events

3 w. ago People in Toronto falling in love with new Vietnamese takeout restaurant

Toronto is crazy for Vietnamese food, and we have every right to be, but one new restaurant is proving a particularly popular addition to the scene.Asking me to pick my favourite global cuisine is like asking whether I'd rather see the Blue Jays, Raptors or Leafs win a world championship: why can't I just have it all?Still, if forced to reveal my cards, Vietnamese would likely fall relatively high up on the list. Deft blends of rich umami and fresh, sharp flavours make every meal feel like an expertly balanced one, even when it came from a hidden gem hole-in-the-wall.There's a quiet refinement to Vietnamese cuisine that makes it the perfect option for any occasion: a banh-mi on the go, a bowl of pho on a cold day — I'm all about it, and I'm not alone.Vietnamese restaurants across the city continue to pop up like mushrooms, nearly always gaining enthusiastic fan bases within a matter of months. Just look at Riverside's Com Nuoc: not even being hidde...

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3 w. ago Hong Kong Jockey Club Sells $1 Billion Portfolio to Canada Firm

The Hong Kong Jockey Club has sold $1 billion worth of assets from its fund portfolio at a discount to Toronto-based Dawson Partners, according to people familiar with the matter, marking one of the biggest disposals by an asset allocator in Asia.

Economics

3 w. ago 4.9 million pounds of frozen, boneless chicken have been recalled

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hormel Foods is recalling nearly 4.9 million pounds of frozen boneless chicken products it sold to restaurants, cafeterias and other outlets, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Saturday.

Economics

3 w. ago People in Toronto just won't stop pushing for the SkyDome name to return

Toronto sports fans are rallying to bring back the long-lost SkyDome brand, or rather, the ballpark many stubbornly refuse to call the Rogers Centre. There is a renewed push to reclaim the stadium's original identity amid the Toronto Blue Jays' historic run to the 2025 World Series.Toronto residents have created several petitions over the years, calling for the venue to revert to the SkyDome. Campaigns to reclaim the stadium name seem to pop up every time the Jays are in the spotlight, one example being a 2015 campaign to "Give us back our SkyDome," coinciding with another Jays postseason run.A seemingly widespread desire to return the dome to its roots has even received a major celebrity endorsement.Renowned Scarborough-born singer, Abel Tesfaye, more commonly known by his stage name, The Weeknd, publicly called for the change back in July, when the Toronto Star quoted him as saying, "Can we start a petit...

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3 w. ago You can watch Toronto Blue Jays World Series games at Rogers Centre for just $15

While getting World Series tickets for the Toronto Blue Jays might be out of many people's price range, you still might be able to catch a World Series game at the Rogers Centre.On Thursday, Rogers announced that it'll be hosting watch parties at the stadium for Games 3 and 4 of the World Series, with the games taking place at Los Angeles' Dodger Stadium.Tickets aren't free, but are going for the price of $15. They are on sale now, as of 10 a.m. ET Friday.All net proceeds will go to the Jays Care Foundation, with gates opening at 7 p.m., ahead of first pitch at 8 p.m. ET.Blue Jays World Series ScheduleGame 1: Friday, Oct. 24, at 8 p.m. ET in TorontoGame 2: Saturday, Oct. 25, at 8 p.m. ET in TorontoGame 3: Monday, Oct. 27, at 8 p.m. ET in Los AngelesGame 4: Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 8 p.m. ET in Los AngelesGame 5*: Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 8 p.m. ET in Los AngelesGame 6*: Friday, Oct. 31, at 8 p.m. ET in TorontoGame 7*: Saturday, Nov. 1, at 8 p.m. ET in Toronto*if neces...

Economics

3 w. ago Lululemon receives trademark for ‘Lululemon dupes’ phrase from U.S. office

TORONTO — Lululemon Athletica Inc. has taken another step to deter people from producing knockoffs of its athleisurewear. Records filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office show the Vancouver-based retailer received a trademark for the phrase “Lululemon dupes” on Tuesday. Dupes is a slang term that describes items duplicated or copied by a company […]

Economics

3 w. ago Some people are already claiming this new Toronto pizza joint is one of the city's best

A new neighbourhood pizza restaurant just opened in Toronto, and some people are already proclaiming it one of the best in the city.There are a handful of food debates in the city that can get so heated it's sometimes better to not bother wading into them.Can Detroit and NYC-style pizzas really be pitted against each other when deciding the best pizza in the city? Do subway station patties actually taste better, or is it just because you're hungry and commuting? Are smash burgers actually that good?I shudder to even write them down, lest I spark some major uprising. Still, above them all, the biggest, meanest dragon to slay is, and has always been, the question of who in the city makes the best pizza.Sure, we've got our own opinions, critics have theirs, and an elite crop of familiar faces tend to appear on the lists of many a Toronto pizza fanatic, but there's always room for someone new to make their bid for the top honours.It's unclear...

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last month Toronto siblings turn dog poop into thriving business after failing to find jobs

With unemployment rates on the rise in Toronto and the job market tougher than ever to crack, many people are getting very creative to make ends meet. Add in the pressures of student life, and a gig once might have been considered a "side hustle" can now easily turn into a full-time career.Gerard Quasay, a 24-year-old civil engineering student turned entrepreneur and the proud founder of pet waste removal business ScoopyPoo, is a perfect example of overcoming adversity to find success in unexpected places."I originally started ScoopyPoo because my siblings and I were struggling to find part-time jobs, and wanted to help pay for school supplies and tuition," Quasay tells blogTO.Quasay's story of students struggling to find work is just part of a broader issue in the city, with the unemployment rate steady at 8.9 per cent in Toronto, according to the latest figures from StatCan."We all know how expensive tuition is, and with m...

Economics