4 h. ago Toronto tower proposal is 9 times taller than previous plan for same site

The Toronto development game has changed considerably after almost two solid decades of intensification, a shift in planning policies and developer ambitions perfectly exemplified in a recent application filed with City planning staff.A plan tabled to replace a 2.5-storey office building at 170 Merton Street in midtown with a rental tower stands in stark contrast to a proposal tabled for the very same site approximately eight years earlier.The proposal before planning staff would see much of the current structure, along with the entirety of an adjacent townhome complex, razed to make way for a 45-storey development housing over 500 rental units.Redevelopment of the site has been discussed for a decade and a half now, starting with the purchase of 170 Merton by developer Cresford in 2010. Cresford would move into the building a couple of years later, sitting on the property while development plans for the site percolated in the backgroundRedevelopment of the site was finally proposed...

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6 h. ago Poilievre promises to keep dental care, pharmacare if elected

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says no Canadian would lose their federal dental care or pharmacare coverage under a government led by him.

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12 h. ago Spruce Meadows at 50: Small dream, big ambition has led to world

The Southern family's dream of bringing equestrian sports to Calgary has grown into much more, cementing its place among the city's changemakers

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12 h. ago MDS Global Secures Strategic Partnership with PlatformX Communications (PXC)

MDS Converged Monetisation Platform will power PXC’s ambitious goals WARRINGTON, United Kingdom, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  MDS Global, a leading provider of Business Support Systems (BSS) for digital telcos, is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with PlatformX Communications (PXC), the UK’s leading wholesale provider of connectivity, voice, cloud and security solutions. […]

Culture

25 h. ago Mexican Firm Courts Banks for $3.7 Billion Bet on Digital City, Fertilizers

Fermaca Global has lined up banks to help kickstart an ambitious $3.7 billion plan to build data infrastructure and a fertilizer plant in the northern Mexican state of Durango.

Economics

29 h. ago «On est à l’offensive! On est là pour gagner un maximum de sièges»: le Bloc veut faire le plein dans la région de Québec

La formation d’Yves-François Blanchet ne cache pas ses ambitions de ravir le plus de sièges possible dans la région de la Capitale-Nationale.

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51 h. ago GOLDSTEIN: Spare us the hollow ‘patriotism’ of the federal Liberals

For the Liberals to portray themselves as “Team Canada” in this federal election displays a level of shameless hypocrisy, given how they sneered at Canadians during  their decade in power. Led by a self-righteous and hypocritical Justin Trudeau — who took every opportunity to bash Canada, Canadians, our institutions and history — they are in […]

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54 h. ago Protest held at Langley Tesla dealership against Elon Musk, in support of democracy

Demonstrators staged a peaceful protest at a Tesla dealership in Langley, B.C., on Saturday, but Vancouver police say other protests have crossed the line and led to charges.

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3 d. ago ‘No Canadian dream’: Meet some who want the 51st U.S. state to happen

A survey suggests those in favour of joining the U.S. are mostly conservative men living on the Prairies, and those who might vote for fringe parties and are 'diet MAGA.'

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3 d. ago ’No Canadian dream’: Meet some who want to join a 51st U.S. state

EDMONTON — Jordon Kosikowie has been thinking a lot about what would happen if Alberta joined the United States. The 35-year-old works in the oil and gas industry in the Edmonton area and says life has been hard in recent years. So he’s open to the idea if it brings more prosperity. “If there’s an […]

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3 d. ago Heathrow Blackout Exposes Weak Spot in Airport’s Power Supplies

London Heathrow’s unprecedented blackout on Friday has put the airport’s reliance on potentially vulnerable infrastructure into focus, at a time when the biggest UK hub is lobbying for an ambitious expansion plan.

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3 d. ago Toronto man trying to bring his dream of building a new music venue to life

With the collective support of the entire community behind him, a Toronto man is working to turn his dream of opening a new music venue into reality.Driven by a deep love for his community and a passion for music, 29-year-old Kinkade Davis is transforming the space at 1035 Gerrard St. E. into Mercy on Gerrard — a venue that will serve as a creative hub for emerging artists and a gathering place for music fans across the city.After self-funding the project with savings from years of tree planting, Davis turned to the community for donations and help with sourcing supplies needed for the venue. Since launching a GoFundMe page in January, Davis has raised over $8,300 out of his $31,035 goal, which will go towards completing remaining renovations, building a new sign, as well as setting up a sound system and lighting.As part of the campaign, anyone who donates $200 or more will have their name honoured on a plaque by the venue's entrance to pay tribute to those who helped make the...

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4 d. ago Southbound Deerfoot Trail closed at Seton Blvd. due to rollover collision

Motorists are being advised to avoid a southbound section of Deerfoot Trail, which was closed after a single-vehicle rollover on Friday afternoon. The collision, which led to one person suffering from life-threatening injuries, occurred on southbound Deerfoot Trail at Seton Boulevard S.E., according to a police advisory. A post from police on social media published […]

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4 d. ago The Beaches: From International Success to Topping Pop & Rock Charts – ‘Everything Has Led Us to This Moment’

In a @Night interview, Jordan and Eliza of The Beaches discuss their journey, 'Takes One to Know One' success, and upcoming performances at Coachella, Governors Ball, and Osheaga

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4 d. ago S&P/TSX composite down nearly 100 points, U.S. stock markets up

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index was down almost 100 points Friday, as industrials, base metals and telecom led the way lower, while U.S. markets were up, recovering losses from earlier in the day. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 91.75 points at 24,968.49. In New York, markets started the day in the red but […]

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4 d. ago Outcrop Silver Announces Upsize of Public Offering to $6.5 Million, Led by Investment from Eric Sprott

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) (“Outcrop Silver” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that, due to strong investor demand, it has increased the size of its previously […]

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4 d. ago Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Opens New Franchise Location in Calgary

New location offers bold Texas-style barbecue for the local community. Calgary, Alberta, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, the world’s largest barbecue franchise, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new location in Calgary, Alberta. This exciting venture is led by Mahbuba Safi, the latest franchisee to join the Dickey’s family. […]

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4 d. ago It wasn't a dream: McDavid, Draisaitl, Skinner out for Edmonton Oilers

So, yeah, all in all a pretty rotten news day for an Oilers team that had won three games in a row and looked like it was trending back into playoff form after a long mid-season lag

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4 d. ago Outcrop Silver Announces $5 Million Public Offering of Units, Led by Investment from Eric Sprott

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) (“Outcrop Silver” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with Research Capital Corporation as the sole […]

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4 d. ago King Copper Discovery Corp. Appoints Doug Kirwin Lead Strategic and Technical Advisor

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — King Copper Discovery Corp. (“King Copper” or the “Company”; KCP-TSXV, TBXXF-OTCQB, 3RI-FSE) is pleased to announce it has appointed Doug Kirwin, as Lead Strategic and Technical Advisor. Over the span of a 50-year career, Mr. Kirwin has led exploration teams involved in the discovery of multiple […]

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