2 h. ago Police to host town hall in Quadeville after attack on Ontario child

The town hall comes weeks after police said they suspected the girl's injuries came from an animal and warned families to keep children indoors and under close supervision.

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6 h. ago Old photo of Ontario children used in phony fundraiser for Texas flood victims

Julie Cole told Global News that a friend had contacted her on social media to say that an old photo of her six children was being used in an attempt to collect ill-gotten gains.

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10 h. ago Crumbling $2 million Toronto multiplex looks like the set of a horror movie

If you've ever strolled the leafy streets of Toronto's Little Italy neighbourhood and wondered what the insides of those grand old homes-turned-too-many-apartments actually look like, well, wonder no more.Anyone who has ever rented as a student in this city probably already knows the answer: many of them look like haunted houses that have given up trying.And none of them haunt harder than 43 Dewson St.A vacant unit. Perched on a quiet corner just a stone's throw from the buzz of College Street, this "majestic" six-unit multiplex just hit the market for $1,945,000—after a not-so-subtle price drop from $2.2 million.The living area of the vacant unit. Why the discount? Because this place is rough. Like, a bathtub falling through the floor-level rough.Another vacant unit with a fireplace. Sure, if you squint through the cobwebs, crumbling plaster, and general aura of despair, you can catch glimpses of the home's former glory and character-filled past....

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10 h. ago Quaint little Ontario town boasts charming main street and picturesque waterfall

Small towns are a significant part of Ontario's charm, especially quaint gems like Fenelon Falls, a village that feels a world away from big-city life, just waiting to be explored. It's the place of small-town dreams, and nowhere like you've visited before. Fenelon Falls can be described as a varied mix of all things you'd like to find in a town like this, full of unique restaurants, shops and cottages to rent along the water. Nicknamed the "Jewel of the Kawarthas," it has a population of around 2,500 people and is mainly known as a tourist town — mostly active in the peak summer cottagegoer season, but you can find trails offering beautiful fall colours in the autumn too. But the best part of this place is right in the middle of all the action: part of its namesake is inspired by a waterfall that runs through the heart of the town. Though nowhere near the stature of major waterfalls elsewhere in the province, Fenelon Falls can...

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10 h. ago This Toronto fashion store is tucked away behind a quaint Victorian townhouse exterior

Tucked away behind the preserved facades of a Victorian townhouse in Toronto's Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood is WDLT 117, a three-storey designer concept store that blurs the line between retail and lifestyle.Founded by Chloe Ma and Darryl Ding, WDLT 117 brings together fashion, design, coffee, home goods, and flowers under one roof at 7 St. Thomas Street. The store came about after the founders, who often travelled around the world, noticed a lack of representation of emerging brands and more fashion-forward pieces.The hybrid shop is located in a building that's the "first of its kind" office condo in Toronto to offer exclusive commercial ownership, and seamlessly blends Victorian townhomes with a contemporary fritted glass tower.2022 exterior of the Victorian townhome exteriors incorporated into the base of 7 St. Thomas. Photo: Jack Landau.WDLT comes from the word "wanderlust," and the numbers that follow also reflect the evolution of the streetscape."Since the prev...

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15 h. ago Boil water advisory issued for parts of St. Thomas after bacteria detected

Southwestern Public Health on Friday urged residents in parts of St. Thomas to boil their water before use after samples tested positive for bacteria. The advisory, issued at 4 p.m., applies to all users on East Avenue, Chester Street, West Avenue, Devonshire Place, Balflour Street, Ada Street, Parkside Drive, Bell Drive, Henry Street, Glenbanner Street, […]

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17 h. ago OPP investigating after video posted of ‘maniac’ going near 250 km/h on QEW

Speedsters keep on speeding, apparently. Ontario Provincial Police are following tips and have seen videos of a Mercedes driver reportedly going near 250 km/h on the QEW. As of Friday afternoon, OPP said they have yet to make an arrest or lay any charges. The 24-second clip was reposted on Tuesday around 12:25 p.m on […]

Economics

18 h. ago Breakfast cereal sales declined for decades before Kellogg’s sale to Italian company

Breakfast cereal could use a lucky charm. U.S. sales of the colorfully packaged morning staple have been in a decades-long decline, a trend back in the spotlight with news that Italian confectioner Ferrero Group plans to purchase WK Kellogg, maker of Corn Flakes, Froot Loops, Rice Krispies and other familiar brands. Except for a brief […]

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18 h. ago Jersey Shore’s Snooki spotted in Kelowna amid rumours of new Canadian show

The reality star is rumoured to be in town to film the first-ever Canadian iteration of the smash-hit MTV reality show that premiered in 2009.

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18 h. ago Québec injectera 142 millions de dollars dans l’économie sociale d’ici 2030

Le nouveau plan d’action gouvernemental en la matière veut «briser les silos ministériels».

Economics

19 h. ago The Glebe's Sultan Ahmet restaurant closes after failure to pay rent

After just more than a year, the restaurant on Bank Street in the old Clocktower pub building has closed.

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19 h. ago Key factor in Edmonton Oilers dynasty posthumously awarded top scout honour

Like all Canadian kids, Barry Fraser wanted to make it to the NHL but he broke his leg in junior in Cochrane, a dot on the map in northeastern Ontario—his dream of making it as a player shattered, like his body part. He took a desk job with Ontario Hydro, 9-to-5, Monday to Friday. Boring […]

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20 h. ago Cyclist dies after collision with dump truck in southwest Calgary

The intersection of 26th Avenue and 32nd Street S.W. is expected to be closed for several hours

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21 h. ago Snow Lake at mercy of weather as wildfires continue to move closer: mayor

Snow Lake residents were ordered to evacuate this week in efforts to escape an out-of-control nearby wildfire, and Mayor Ron Scott says the town is at the mercy of the weather.

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21 h. ago Heat warning issued for southern Ontario, expected to last into Thursday

The alert issued Friday morning says daytime highs for areas between Windsor and Cornwall are expected to range from 29 C to 32 C.

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22 h. ago Rare $1.5 million lakefront Ontario cottage has luxury shipping container bedrooms

Forget Ivy League — here's Ivy Lane!Cottage dreams await you 45 Ivy Lane in Orillia, a beautiful five-bedroom, five-bath, cottage home with lakefront views and some major perks.Nestled on the spectacular Grape Island with a rare 233-foot Lake Simcoe waterfront on a 1.2-acre double lot, this is one big, beautiful compound that blends cottage charm with modern design.Check out that 50-foot dock with panoramic views of Lake Simcoe.Secluded with serene vibes and spa-like amenities, 45 Ivy Lane boasts an inviting walkway up from the dock and into the home with lush greenery all around.The compound encompasses three luxury shipping containers that have been modernized, plus an updated boathouse that poses as a king bedroom.White wall panelling gives this boathouse a classic maritime vibe, without being cheesy. The boathouse's bathroom features a cedar soaker tub — perfect to soothe away the day's aches and pains — and granite finishes.Moving on t...

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22 h. ago Ontario environment minister apologizes for ‘confusion’ over clean water bill letter

But many First Nations are not accepting what they call a meaningless apology and still want Todd McCarthy fired.

Politics

23 h. ago It's going to be a total nightmare getting around Toronto this weekend

Toronto is in for an exciting summer weekend packed full of festivals, parades, and car showcases, but before you head out, you'll want to be aware of some major road closures and transit shutdowns that could affect your travel plans.The Festival of India's Chariot Fest will be rolling into town this weekend, promising a vibrant and spiritual celebration on Saturday, July 12. The highlight of the event is a parade that kicks off at 11 a.m. at Yonge and Dundas, featuring three hand-pulled, 40-foot-tall chariots moving to the rhythm of drumming, singing, and dancing, all the way down to Queens Quay. The parade runs from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m., so if you're planning to drive in that area, make sure to plan ahead and take alternative routes. Temporary diversions will also be in place on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the 19 Bay/97C Yonge buses. Also on Saturday is ImportFest 2025 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, which brings together the best in modified cars and...

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25 h. ago HSBC Exits Banks’ Climate Coalition Abandoned by Wall Street

HSBC Holdings Plc has left the world’s biggest climate alliance for banks, which was rocked over the past eight months by an exodus of the biggest US lenders.

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26 h. ago CCC signs MoU to bring Canadian space tech and expertise to Cyprus

OTTAWA, Ontario, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CCC is very pleased to announce it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence (“ECoE”), a leading Cypriot space innovation and research organization affiliated with the Cyprus University of Technology. This MoU marks a strategic bilateral partnership that will promote collaboration between Canada […]

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