25 m. ago MEDIA ADVISORY: Trade wars: Advocates demand urgent action to protect workers and stabilize the economy against the impact of tariffs

TORONTO, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The imposition of tariffs will create a widespread recession in Canada. Workers and communities need all levels of government to work together to deliver a comprehensive strategy to stabilize the economy as it responds to the changed trade environment. Central to this strategy must be providing workers and […]

Economics

41 m. ago Toronto restaurants take U.S. products off their menu due to Trump tariffs threat

As Canada waits to see whether U.S. President Donald Trump will follow through on his threat to impose sweeping tariffs, Toronto restaurants are already taking steps to limit their reliance on U.S. products.Over the past few weeks, more and more business across the country have vowed to prioritize Canadian goods over U.S. alternatives as Trump's administration continues to deliberate over the specific of the tariffs, and with the deadline just a few hours away, some officials suggest that the final decision is still very much up in the air.On Monday, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told CNN that he would be discussing the looming tariffs with Trump throughout the day. "He's going to decide today," Lutnick said. "We are going to put it out tomorrow."The tariffs, initially announced as a 25 per cent levy on Canadian goods, had been delayed for a month after Canada vowed to implement new border security measures, which included the appointment of a new fentanyl czar.Ontario...

Economics

77 m. ago Esri Publishes New Book on the Rapidly Evolving Mobile GIS Field

Getting to Know Mobile GIS Provides Professionals and Students with Comprehensive Solution-Building Guide REDLANDS, Calif. — Phrases like “mobile first” and the “post-PC era” aren’t just buzzwords; they represent today’s reality. Within the GIS industry, mobile internet and mobile GIS technology have transformed how we acquire, visualize, analyze, and disseminate geospatial information. To help introduce […]

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1 hour ago The Beer Store begins to shutter some stores as convenience competition heats up

The chain has shuttered its East York location as part of a series of closures amid increased competition from convenience stores selling alcohol.

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1 hour ago Toronto's BMO Field reveals $146 million renovation plan for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is coming to Toronto next year — and a whole host of renovations are coming to the city's biggest soccer stadium.Today, the City and Toronto and MLSE provided further detail into the renovations at BMO Field, which is coming via a $123-million investment from the City and a $23-million investment from MLSE."Sport brings us together, as Torontonians and Canadians. As we prepare to host FIFA World Cup 26, we're investing in infrastructure for Toronto's future. We are supporting Team Canada while investing in the next generation of great Canadian athletes," Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said in a release.The biggest temporary change includes a previously announced 10,000 temporary seats added on the north grandstand and 7,000 on the south grandstand, bringing the capacity to 45,000 for the duration of the tournament.Additional permanent changes include four new LED videoboards in the stadium's corner columns, self-serve technology at select concession stands, stadi...

Economics

2 h. ago Huge outdoor electronic music festival comes back to Toronto this summer

One of Toronto's biggest, longest and liveliest electronic music festivals is back this summer for eight days of sun and sweet sounds.It may be hard to imagine right now, as wind chills are still consistently subjecting us to sub-zero temperatures, and we still have to take comically large steps around snow banks when exiting cars, but summer is right around the corner, and with it comes a full suite of festivals and events to keep the party going all season long.Perhaps one of the most exciting, particularly for fans of EDM and outdoor partying, Electric Island is gearing up for its 13th season of taking over Toronto's festival scene.The festival, which originally took place on the Toronto Islands, has bounced around locations over the past 13 years, dabbling with stints at Woodbine Park, Ontario Place and, most recently, Fort York and the Bentway, which seems to have stuck this time around.The festival kicks off on the Victoria Day long weekend (May 17 and 18) at — you guess...

Culture

2 h. ago Built Prefab Acquires Lake Country Modular to Expand Housing Solutions

KELOWNA, British Columbia, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Built Prefab (builtprefab.com), a leader in modern modular housing, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lake Country Modular (lakecountrymodular.com), a respected provider of attainable, high-quality manufactured, modular, multi-family, and First Nations housing. This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Built Prefab’s product offerings, enabling it to deliver […]

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2 h. ago Instinct Science Launches Standards of Care™: The Future of Veterinary Clinical Decision Support

PHILADELPHIA, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Instinct Science, a leader in veterinary software innovation, announces the launch of Standards of Care™ (standards.vet), a next-generation clinical decision support tool designed to provide veterinary professionals with peer-reviewed, real-world guidance at the point of care. With Plumb’s® at its core, Standards™ is the only continually updated resource […]

Transport

2 h. ago LHJMQ: l'Océanic de Rimouski devra se passer de l'un de ses piliers à la ligne bleue pour le reste de la saison et les séries

Une tuile s'est abattue sur la tête de l'équipe hôtesse de la Coupe Memorial, l'Océanic de Rimouski, à quelques semaines du début des séries.

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2 h. ago U.S. car prices are poised for $12,000 surge on Trump’s new tariffs

Impending tariffs on Canada and Mexico risk driving up U.S. car prices by as much as $12,000, further squeezing consumers and wreaking havoc across the intricate web of automotive supply lines spanning the continent. The cost to build a crossover utility vehicle will rise by at least $4,000, while the increase would be three times […]

Economics

2 h. ago OCUFA worried about future of university funding following provincial election

Toronto, ON, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA), representing more than 18,000 university academic staff, is concerned the results of Thursday’s provincial election means the chronic underfunding of Ontario’s public universities will continue. With the Progressive Conservative Government elected for a third term, OCUFA resolves to continue […]

Politics

2 h. ago Le pape François victime de deux crises respiratoires «aiguës»

Le pape François victime de deux crises respiratoires «aiguës», selon le Vatican.

Events

3 h. ago Le meurtier de Julie Boisvenu bientôt devant les libérations conditionnelles

Le meurtrier de Julie Boisvenu ira bientôt devant la Commission des libérations conditionnelles afin d’espérer quitter temporairement le pénitencier.

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3 h. ago Toronto legend Mike Myers trolls Elon Musk and reps Canada on SNL

It's been years since Canadian actor Mike Myers appeared on Saturday Night Live (SNL), and he certainly made an impression upon his return, taking aim at U.S. President Trump and Elon Musk.The actor from Scarborough, best known on SNL for his Wayne's World persona, made an electrifying return over the weekend and managed to troll both Musk and Trump in one episode.In the closing credits, Myers appeared onstage with comedian Shane Gillis and Canadian singer Tate McRae. As the guests said goodbye to viewers, Myers showed off his T-shirt emblazoned with the Canadian flag and the phrase "Canada is not for sale." He lifted his arm, pointed at his elbow, and mouthed, "Elbows up."For the past few months, Trump has been relentlessly referring to Canada as the 51st state, sparking outrage. Online, netizens cheered Myers, with one calling him "a Canadian legend.""Show some love for Mike Myers, who wore a 'Canada is not for sale' shirt on SNL last night," wrote another X user.Someone took a sw...

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4 h. ago Canada's largest U.S. border crossing still on track to open in Ontario this year

Canada-U.S. relations are at a historic nadir in 2025, but, despite the two countries' spiralling political relationship, construction is pressing on for the enormous Gordie Howe International Bridge — a mammoth representation of this once-unbreakable alliance.Crews from both sides of the border continue to work side by side amid this unfortunate watershed moment in Canada-U.S. relations, building a $6.4 billion engineering marvel that will close a missing link in the busy international trucking corridor that extends through Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, Michigan.Once complete this September, the Gordie Howe Bridge will host the largest Canadian port of entry along the Canada-U.S. border — a boundary that U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to erase through "economic force."Construction is making strides towards completion on the sprawling 53-hectare/130-acre Canadian Port of Entry, all as the U.S. threatens tariffs and even annexation.Though it is playing ou...

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4 h. ago «L'Amérique ne va plus tolérer ça très longtemps», déclare Trump à l'intention de Zelensky

Donald Trump a averti que «l'Amérique n'allait plus tolérer ça très longtemps», en référence à la position de Zelensky.

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4 h. ago Une comparaison entre Miller et Pettersson qui fait très mal aux Canucks

Les Canucks ont tranché en faveur d'Elias Pettersson, mais ça ne va pas du tout pour lui.

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4 h. ago Things to do in Calgary in March: Spruce Meadows | Tina Turner | Icelandic Carnival

There is no shortage of things to do in Calgary. Here are highlights from local events in and around the city. Check out our events calendar for more. Simply the Best: The Music of Tina Turner To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Jack Singer Concert Hall is hosting a tribute to pop legend Tina Turner. […]

Transport

4 h. ago Un couple montréalais à procès en lien avec une fraude hypothécaire de plus de 5 M$

Un couple qui aurait participé à une vaste fraude hypothécaire de plus de 5 M$ a commencé à subir son procès ce lundi.

Economics

4 h. ago Zelensky n’avait pas besoin d’interprète: Trump et Vance sont des agresseurs

Le président ukrainien a été chassé de la Maison-Blanche vendredi comme le dernier des malpropres.

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