27 m. ago Tale of two cities: Why Edmonton builds homes faster than Toronto

Toronto is lagging cities such as Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver, where housing starts are on the rise. They're falling in Toronto, and experts say city policy is a culprit.

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7 h. ago That time a lone rogue 'demon' cow caused mayhem in Toronto streets

From narrowly escaping fate as an expressway to being home to an iconic location of a beloved fast-food chain, Toronto's Spadina Avenue is rife with fascinating history.But one of its quirkiest and wildest moments was when a loose cow, possessed by what some at the time called "some strange demon," went on a rampage through this busy street.A cow on Spadina may seem weird, but in the early days of Toronto, there were a number of pet cow owners in the city — and some of the results of that were utterly chaotic.Toronto's cattle crackdownIn the 1830s, as the incorporation of Toronto was being solidified, the city was doing all it could to regulate domestic animals.In fact, one of the first nuisance by-laws, enacted in May 1834, helped regulate domestic animals — with stipulations like "no swine shall be permitted to run or be at large in any of the streets or any of the sidewalks of this city."But there are reports that residents didn't find ...

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7 h. ago That time a ghostly Toronto apartment building sat abandoned for decades

An abandoned building known as the Bayview Ghost once haunted the Toronto skyline for more than twenty years. It sat unfinished and unlived in — a stark reminder of what could've been. Standing atop a hill overlooking the Don Valley, just above the north end of the Bayview Extension, the ghostly structure's stalled construction and eventual demise were delayed for decades due to drawn-out political battles and behind-the-scenes redevelopment drama. The Bayview Ghost's story began in 1953 when doctors Morris Freedman and Harry Frimerman purchased the 27.9-acre plot of land.Their plan? To build a structure called the Hampton Park apartments, a 12-storey, two-tower solution to the city's then-emerging housing dilemma. It would have 880 units and overlook the lush greenery of the Don Valley. However, things didn't exactly pan out as planned.After blueprints for the enormous building were drawn up, developers applied ...

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7 h. ago Toronto house with visible holes in roof still expected to fetch $700,000

A Toronto home at 37 Allister Ave. has been in rough shape since 2018, when it sold for $777,000 — sight basically unseen.Back then, potential buyers weren't even allowed inside. The listing stated that viewings were limited to "walking the lot" with the agent, and that's probably what the buyers did since they never managed to do anything with the derelict three-bedroom, three-bathroom home.Eventually, they gave up on the house and sold it at a loss in 2024 for $750,000.The front of the house. Now, a year later, the property is in even worse condition. The roof is collapsing, gaping holes expose the interior to the elements, windows are boarded up with plywood, and the backyard has been swallowed by weeds.It's more haunted house than fixer-upper at this point.But it's back on the market—this time asking just $688,000, which is a full 30 per cent less than last month's hopeful $999,990 price tag. Clearly, that d...

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7 h. ago Cruises in Muskoka offer breathtaking views of Ontario's cottage country

Cruises in Muskoka offer a chance to take in blue open waters, sprawling landscapes and fresh air — all just part of Ontario's natural charm.There's something about escaping the hustle and bustle of city life while cruising gently on the water, soaking in all that summer has to offer. Whether you want to spend a full day on the boat or just a few hours, you can find a great time waiting for you on any of these Muskoka cruises. So hop aboard, because sparkling shorelines and sunny afternoons could be on your horizon. Island Queen Cruise Did you know Georgian Bay is dotted with 30,000 islands? On this three-hour, non-stop cruise, you can explore part of the world's largest freshwater archipelago.Choose from two unique routes and get up close to some remote outer islands through a captain's eye view.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by 30,...

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12 h. ago Blue Jays’ bottom of the order comes up big in comeback win over Giants

From top to bottom, the Blue Jays’ lineup has generally been good as evidenced by the club’s excellent record and first-place standing in the AL East. The team’s big boys tend to reside in the top of the order, but this season, if anything, has shown that even the alleged unknowns are more than capable […]

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13 h. ago Usyk KOs Dubois to become undisputed world heavyweight champion for a second time

LONDON — Oleksandr Usyk knocked out Daniel Dubois in the fifth round and became the undisputed world heavyweight champion for a second time on Saturday.  The undefeated southpaw retained his WBA, WBC and WBO belts and regained the IBF belt he relinquished just over a year ago.  The Ukrainian dropped Dubois twice in the fifth […]

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13 h. ago How Redblacks' receiver Geno Lewis can offset impact of Tiger

For the Ottawa Redblacks to enter their bye week with a much-needed victory in a game on which their season might hinge, they have to prevent the CFL’s top receiver from beating them for the second time in eight days. And they have to do it with a second starting cornerback gone from their injury-depleted […]

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13 h. ago OPP investigating suspicious death in Bonfield, asks residents to stay alert

NORTH BAY — Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a suspicious death in a town north of Algonquin Provincial Park. Police say officers were called to a residence on Trunk Road in Bonfield, Ont., where they found one person dead. Officers say they haven’t confirmed the cause of death. But they are urging the public to […]

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13 h. ago Un voyageur tente d’ouvrir la porte d’un avion en plein vol, causant un atterrissage d’urgence

Jeudi, un avion a dû atterrir d’urgence en Iowa, à cause d’un passager ayant tenté d’ouvrir la porte de l’appareil en plein vol.

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14 h. ago Reigning champion Colton Herta takes pole at Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto

Defending champion Colton Herta has earned pole position at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto. He did the 11-turn, 2.874-kilometre course around Exhibition Place in downtown Toronto in 59.8320 seconds. IndyCar Series points leader Alex Palou was second, 0.2758 seconds behind Herta. Marcus Armstrong and Will Power were third and fourth respectively. Scott Dixon, a […]

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19 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Toronto cop injured after driver strikes police vehicle

A Toronto Police officer was injured while investigating a suspected stolen vehicle in the downtown core late Friday night. Police said on social media platform X that the officer received an Automated Licence Plate Recognition alert for a stolen vehicle at Bathurst and College Sts. at 10:25 p.m. Cops said the suspect vehicle, a white […]

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23 h. ago It's time to change the conversation about the economy and climate change

Another devastating forest fire season is upon us and the eastern U.S. has been sizzling under a record-breaking heat dome. We can no longer ignore that climate change is the cause. Our climate is warming due to rising atmospheric carbon dioxide levels, and Canadian families are now regularly paying the price: displacement, rising insurance costs, […]

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24 h. ago Letters, July 19, 2025: ‘Our power grid not ready for crush of electric vehicles’

Power surge It will be interesting to see how the power grid will function when millions of vehicles are being charged and the air conditioning is running. Brownouts will be the norm and the amount of hydro you are allowed to use daily will be regulated. Time to flip the switch. WAYNE ASHTON (The Liberals’ […]

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25 h. ago Fauja Singh was the world’s oldest marathon runner. He was also ‘an absolute inspiration’

Fauja Singh's running of the 2011 Toronto Waterfront Marathon cemented his status as a Toronto legend, and with his recent death, those who knew him are reflecting on his legacy.

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30 h. ago 5 Takeaways as Calgary Stampeders crush Winnipeg Blue Bombers again, become Grey Cup front

In dominating the Blue Bombers for the second time in three weeks, the now-5-1 Stampeders leave no doubt that they're for real this season.

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31 h. ago Toronto home priced close to $11 million is newer than you'd guess

Tucked away on one of Toronto's most prestigious and peaceful neighbourhoods, this custom-built Tudor-style estate looks like it was plucked from the pages of a British novel.But unlike an actual Tudor house, 67 Kingsway Cres. has every five-star modern amenity imaginable.Listed for a cool $10,600,000, this seven-bedroom, nearly 10,000-square-foot stunner sits on a ravine lot that feels completely secluded despite being 20 minutes (traffic permitting) from downtown Toronto.Whether you're lounging by the resort-style pool, wandering the manicured gardens, or sipping coffee on your terrace surrounded by forest views, the entire property oozes quiet luxury and serious old-money vibes.The office on the main floor. And then you go inside and you realize sometimes wealthy people with taste do own mansions. The sitting room off the primary bedroom. 67 Kingsway Cres. is a home with capital T taste.The formal living room.There's a mahogany-panelled living...

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31 h. ago Toronto's weed fair is back next month but last year's drama lingers

Toronto's KIND Summer Fair is returning to the city from August 12 to 13, 2025 — but not everyone is lighting up with excitement.While the annual cannabis celebration promises "immersive brand experiences," live music, and networking opportunities, many Toronto weed lovers haven't forgotten how last year's fair left a bad taste in their mouths — and not the kind that edibles are supposed to deliver.For a festival that claims to be Canada's leading cannabis event, 2024's winter edition left many attendees feeling burnt out, ripped off, and ignored. "If I wanted to be in a mosh pit, I would've went to a metal concert like I did earlier in the month, not at a cannabis event," said one frustrated attendee after last year’s fair."They need to issue some sort of statement and, if they don't, it says a LOT." Complaints ranged from overcrowding and poor organization to bad vibes from st...

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31 h. ago Daytime rave in Toronto promises to have you home in bed by 10 p.m.

If you're 30+ and the thought of a 2 a.m. last call makes your knees ache and your head spin, this new Toronto party is calling your name.Bed By 10, the ultimate dance floor revival for grown-ups, is throwing a massive daytime club bash in the city on Saturday, August 23, and yes, you'll be home in time to order takeout and be under the covers before the sun sets.Taking over Noir at Rebel (11 Polson St.) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., this high-energy party blends the nostalgia of your glory days with the practicality of adult bedtime. Isn't that what you need for the perfect night (or should I say, day?) out?What to expectDJs spinning the best of the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s — think bangers from Destiny's Child to Daft Punk, along with confetti blasts, CO2 cannons, and full-scale visuals you'd expect to take you back to your nightclub heyday.And all this while the sun's still shining bright outside! Which means full-on summer vib...

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31 h. ago This Toronto street is turning into a giant jazz party and it's totally free

Get ready to groove, Toronto — one of the city's most beloved street jazz parties is making its return next week!The Beaches Jazz Street Festival StreetFest is back from July 25–27, 2025, bringing live music, local vendors, and major street closures to Queen Street East.The festival is free to attend and marks the grand finale of the month-long Beaches International Jazz Festival, which has been filling Toronto's streets with soulful sounds all July long.Queen Street East turns into a pedestrian paradiseFrom Woodbine Avenue to Beech Avenue, Queen Street East will be closed to vehicle traffic from Friday, July 25 at 6 p.m. to Sunday, July 27 at midnight, transforming the bustling strip into an open-air stage and pedestrian-only promenade.Over 40 bands and hundreds of musicians will line the sidewalks performing everything from funk, soul, and big band to Afro-Cuban jazz and blues. Expect multiple pop-up stages, roaming brass bands, and plenty of surprise performan...

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