84 m. ago Builders say Ontario government legislation will spur new home building

Vaughan, Ont., May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) commends the Ford government for introducing legislation that will cut red tape, streamline approvals and tackle other issues that add to the cost of a new home, as it will spur more building. “In light of the dire housing supply and […]

Politics

4 h. ago Leong: Danielle Smith tries to stay political clean while stoking talk of Alberta separation. It won’t work

If she believes Alberta can be successful within a united Canada, her actions should reflect it

Politics

4 h. ago Leong: Danielle Smith tries to stay politically clean while stoking talk of Alberta separation. It won’t work

If she believes Alberta can be successful within a united Canada, her actions should reflect it

Politics

4 h. ago Tackling outdoor cleaning jobs for spring is easier than you think!

Ahead, we break down the essential outdoor cleaning jobs to tackle this spring, along with the products, tools and techniques we swear by.

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14 h. ago Failure to gain split in Florida increases pressure on Maple Leafs

Morgan Rielly is all in favour of a Canadian team winning the Stanley Cup this spring. Preferably, his Maple Leafs. Apologies to the Edmonton Oilers and Winnipeg Jets. A team based in Canada has not lifted the Cup since 1993, when the Montreal Canadiens beat the Los Angeles Kings in the final. Rielly touched on […]

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16 h. ago GOLDBERG: Carney now has the chance to drive down our internet bills

Out with the old and in with the new. That might have been Prime Minister Mark Carney’s motto when he unveiled his new cabinet before triggering an election that saw his Liberals returned to power. While Carney’s cabinet largely kept familiar faces from the Trudeau regime, almost every minister changed jobs, and the cabinet itself […]

Technology

17 h. ago Grey Cup MVP Arbuckle in competition for backup Argos QB job

GUELPH — Being the Grey Cup MVP has earned Nick Arbuckle the chance to compete for his job with the Toronto Argonauts. Like all CFL teams, Toronto opened its training camp Sunday. Afterwards, head coach Ryan Dinwiddie declared the backup job behind incumbent Chad Kelly will be an open competition between Arbuckle and third-year pro […]

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25 h. ago Lethbridge Rebels Spring Invitational grows into premier hockey showcase

Top youth hockey talent hits the ice at Lethbridge’s Rebels Spring Invitational, now in its 7th year. The event showcases talent from Alberta and beyond.

Sport

48 h. ago Addison Barger doubles up — three times — to lead Blue Jays past sizzling Mariners

When he was one of the Blue Jays’ last cuts out of spring training despite a strong month at the plate in Florida, Addison Barger took his .367 Grapefruit League batting average to Buffalo and tried to make the best of a disappointing situation. Six weeks later, the Jays infielder is getting the chance to […]

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52 h. ago Opinion: Teachers deserve better, and so do Alberta families

On April 27, the education minister addressed parents gathered virtually for the Alberta School Councils’ Association (ASCA) Spring Symposium. It should have been a moment of genuine connection with the parents who volunteer their time to help improve our schools. Instead, it felt like a hollow performance, ignoring the urgent concerns echoed by families across […]

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54 h. ago ‘Publicly hired and publicly fired’: Some former MPs struggle to deal with life after Parliament

It’s the natural cycle of political life. It’s part of the job and part of a healthy democracy. But for those who lose their jobs, it still hurts

Events

60 h. ago Iconic Toronto snack window is back after closure some worried was permanent

Toronto locals devastated by the closure of a snack window that had long served as a summer go-to in the Cabbagetown neighbourhood will be happy to know that the independent shop is back.The 1872-built gingerbread storefront of Park Snacks is iconic for many reasons, from the ice cream and hot dogs it serves up exclusively during the summer months, to the adorably retro aesthetic it brings to the block, to what it stands for as one of the city's few side street businesses.But, anyone eager to hit up the independent business when spring 2024 rolled around was crestfallen to find it shuttered — which some understandably may have thought to be for good, given that it had been put up for sale at the end of the previous summer."With the building for sale, I pulled out at the end of the 2023 season and did not open in 2024," operator Bernard Dunford, who has been involved with the community staple since 1999, explains to blogTO.With Toronto'...

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60 h. ago Toronto subway stations actually had a smart design until the TTC ruined it

Sometimes sticky and often dreary, for better or worse, Toronto’s subway stations have a distinct look to them that can sometimes feel a bit random.But, despite the harsh fluorescent lights and brutalist feeling, the TTC originally designed its stations with purpose and reason — before throwing it all out the window.Recently, the Youtuber Not Smooth Steve dug into the little-known history of the TTC colour coding that used to define the city's stations."I've known about the colour code for many years and don't recall where I first heard of it,” Steve tells blogTO. "It's just one of those weird things you never really think about, but once you know it exists, you can't help but see it!"Thanks to Steve, we now have an overview of how subway stations used to look in Toronto and, with a little cursory research, what exactly went wrong.The OG colour schemeThe station look for Toronto's subway was simple: clean lines,...

Culture

68 h. ago Huge street party taking over a Toronto neighbourhood next month

June couldn't come any sooner! Toronto's Liberty Village community is getting ready to party next month with the return of its annual street festival, Give Me Liberty. We have the rundown. Here's what to expect.Though it's a few weeks away, it doesn't hurt to start planning around this one-day event.The 19th annual Give Me Liberty street party kicks off on June 19, 2025.What to expectThe festival is inspired by classic neighbourhood block parties and transforms Liberty Village into an outdoor patio. Expect live entertainment, vendor booths, and delicious eats.There will also be a pop-up market, a beer garden, and even lawn games.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Liberty Village BIA (@libertyvillagebia)What can I eat and drink?All your favourites and more are expected to be in attendance for the one-day festival. Food vendors include:Aloette GoBurger DropsFox and Jo...

Culture

69 h. ago Rising unemployment a ‘harsh reality’ of the trade war, experts say

Canada's job market continues to show weakness amid the trade war and companies are slowly shedding jobs to reduce the financial impacts of tariff policies.

Economics

2 d. ago Mamma's back! Silvia Venturini Fendi sounds off on the Baguette update

A '90s icon gets a soft makeover this spring

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3 d. ago Bank of Canada to start cutting rates again as jobs blow from tariffs materializes, economists say

The unemployment rate rose to 6.9% last month

Economics

3 d. ago Rafael Devers won’t move to 1B, tells Boston Red Sox front office to ’do their jobs’

Rafael Devers is the Boston Red Sox’s designated hitter. And he’s not interested in another position switch. Speaking with reporters for the first time since Triston Casas was ruled out for the season after rupturing his left knee tendon and undergoing surgery, Devers said on Thursday that Red Sox management approached him about the idea […]

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3 d. ago Canada Joblessness Hits 6.9% as Tariffs Strike Manufacturing

Canada’s tepid pace of job creation last month sent the unemployment rate soaring back to a level last seen in November, the highest since January 2017 outside of the pandemic.

Economics

3 d. ago Look inside the Yorkville development raising the bar for modern living in Toronto

A new condominium development in Toronto's upscale Yorkville brings a luxurious and sophisticated approach to condo living.Metropia, Capital Developments, and RioCan have partnered to develop 11YV, a 65-storey tower with 600 residential units designed to offer convenience and quality for a balanced, wellness-focused lifestyle.Oh, and the project has completely sold out.Here's a closer look inside this new development coming to the heart of the city.Luxe amenities11YV boasts an impressive collection of amenities designed to promote a well-rounded living experience. From working to winding down, every detail has been considered.Site of 11YV (Image via Metropia, Capital Developments and RioCan) The building includes an infinity-edged indoor-outdoor pool complete with a waterfall, hot tub, and cozy fireplace, a velvet-draped lounge, an intimate piano bar, and an expansive wine tasting room. Piano lounge at 11YV (Image via Metropia, Ca...

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