55 m. ago SO FAR SO GOOD: Blue Jays off to fastest start since 2011 after sweep of Nationals

The Blue Jays were never going to get too high or too low about the opening seven-game series that concluded early Wednesday evening at the Rogers Centre. Publicly, anyway. But going 5-2 through the first seven games of a season with so much on the line is compounded in a good way by the manner […]

Society

81 m. ago ERES Announces a Further €362 Million in Strategic Dispositions

TORONTO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — European Residential Real Estate Investment Trust (“ERES” or “the REIT”) (TSX:ERE.UN) announced today the following (all amounts disclosed herein exclude transaction costs and other adjustments): A subsidiary of ERES has entered into an agreement (the “Disposition Agreement”) with an affiliate of Fortress Investment Group (the “Fortress Affiliate”) to […]

Economics

1 hour ago ThreeD Capital Inc. Cancels Upcoming Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders

TORONTO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ThreeD Capital Inc. (“ThreeD” or the “Company”) (CSE:IDK / OTCQX:IDKFF) a Canadian-based venture capital firm focused on opportunistic investments in companies in the junior resources and disruptive technologies sectors, announces that it has cancelled its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders (the “AGM”) originally scheduled for Tuesday, April […]

Economics

3 h. ago GOLDSTEIN: Chiang case raises concerns about Carney and China

Liberal MP Paul Chiang’s decision to withdraw from his candidacy in a Toronto-area riding after saying a Conservative opponent could be delivered to the Chinese consulate in Toronto to claim a bounty of one million Hong Kong dollars, has reignited the issue of China’s foreign interference in our democracy.  Particularly so given Liberal leader Mark […]

Transport

3 h. ago Firan Technology Group Corporation (“FTG”) Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates

TORONTO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Firan Technology Group Corporation (TSX: FTG) (OTCQX: FTGFF) (“FTG”) will release the first quarter 2025 financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. The Corporation will host a live conference call on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 8:30am (Eastern) to discuss the first quarter of […]

Culture

4 h. ago Site of former abandoned TTC terminal cleared after years of construction

The former footprint of a long-abandoned TTC bus terminal sits empty after almost a decade of construction chaos.Eglinton Station's original bus terminal was built in 1954 as a surface connection hub for what was then the northern terminus of Toronto's first subway line. It operated for 50 years before a modern replacement opened to the immediate south in 2004, and would sit abandoned for another 12 years.In recent weeks, this site has been cleared of construction equipment, signalling the long-anticipated end of a seemingly cursed transit project that has plagued midtown Toronto for over a decade.Construction of the Crosstown LRT began in the summer of 2011, but it wasn't until mid-2016 that the long-abandoned bus terminal was cleared ahead of its future use as an extraction shaft for two of the four tunnel boring machines (TBMs) that carved the line's underground sections.Launched in 2012 from a similar launch shaft dug in Keelesdale Park, the western pair TBMs carved 10-kilo...

Other

4 h. ago Toronto warehouse sale blows out Canadian mattresses and bedding at mega discounts

It's spring time in Toronto, which means that darned annual spring cleaning ritual. If you've been thinking about tossing out your old mattress, this is your sign to do it — and replace it with something made in Canada to boot.Treat yourself to a restful sleep and knot-free back at the annual Silk & Snow Toronto Warehouse Sale and score mega savings on award-winning Canadian-made mattresses and more.For just one weekend only from April 3 to 6, shoppers can head to the International Centre and shop Silk & Snow's product line — recognized for its bed-in-a-box and beloved bedding — at up to 50 per cent off.Top selling products like Silk and Snow mattresses will be on sale at never-before-seen prices, as a thank-you to dedicated customers! From organic, hybrid, and the OG S&S mattresses, customers will find a range of firm and plush options.Sleepers that run warm will love Silk & Snow's four-star rated percale cotton sheets, promisin...

Other

5 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Toronto apartment super accused of defrauding potential renters

Police are looking for a 50-year-old Toronto woman after prospective tenants hoping to obtain units in a rental building complained they were defrauded of a combined total of 54,000. Laighnalee Asuncion, pictured above, is wanted for 28 counts of fraud under $5,000. Toronto Police alleged that while working from Jan. 1-Aug. 30 as a superintendent […]

Society

5 h. ago Primaris REIT Announces AGM and Financial Results Release Date, Webcast, and Conference Call

TORONTO — Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust (“Primaris” or the “Trust”) (TSX: PMZ.UN) will be releasing its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, after the market closes. Senior leadership will be hosting a conference call and webcast presentation on May 1, 2025. Conference Call and Webcast: Date: […]

Politics

5 h. ago Relationships past and present crucial for Maple Leafs’ Brandon Carlo

Brandon Carlo was steeling himself on Tuesday. The Maple Leafs defenceman figured he might have a certain ex-teammate chattering in his ear when the Leafs and Florida Panthers clashed at Scotiabank Arena. That would be Brad Marchand, who was traded to the Panthers by the Boston Bruins not long after the Bruins shipped Carlo to […]

Transport

6 h. ago If there’s hockey on TV, Maple Leafs’ Chris Tanev hits the couch

Chris Tanev parked himself in front of the TV on Tuesday night and settled in for a night of entertainment. The Maple Leafs defenceman didn’t log on to his favourite streaming service, however. Tanev wanted to watch some hockey, as has become his viewing habit. The veteran doesn’t mind taking the job home with him. […]

Sport

6 h. ago Mixed messaging leaves Raptors with slimmest of chances to draft Cooper Flagg

For the first time in a long time, the Raptors played knowing there is absolutely nothing to play for when, for so long, they played as if a post-season spot was at stake. April ushered in the final stretch to a season the franchise had anointed as a rebuild, but how it went about its […]

Other

7 h. ago How the Maple Leafs can clinch a playoff spot against Florida Panthers

Jake McCabe and the Maple Leafs would like to choose a consonant, if they may. Specifically, an X. A single point is all that stands between the Leafs and the clinching of a Stanley Cup playoff spot. The Leafs can add that special letter on Wednesday night when they play host to the Florida Panthers […]

Other

8 h. ago Companies preparing for tariff turbulence as U.S. set to announce latest round

TORONTO — Impending U.S. tariffs have pushed Canadian companies to stockpile goods, cut back staff, put projects on hold and whatever else they think will help them survive the economic turmoil ahead. U.S. President Donald Trump is set to unveil his administration’s latest tariffs on numerous countries later today, but it’s unclear what their scope […]

Economics

8 h. ago 50 essential Mexican restaurants in Toronto you need to try at least once

Mexican restaurants in Toronto consistently churn out some of the city's most flavourful, fun and comforting eats — and, lucky for the city's residents, there's no shortage of them.From upscale Michelin-approved eateries to holes-in-the-wall with the best quesabirria you've ever tasted, these are the spots that any self-respecting Mexican food lover in Toronto needs to check out.Check out all 50 essential Toronto Mexican restaurants in this photo gallery.

Other

9 h. ago Iconic red canoe in downtown Toronto park destroyed by overnight fire

Officials say the iconic red canoe at Canoe Landing Park in downtown Toronto has been destroyed by an overnight fire.

Events

9 h. ago À Toronto, Pierre Poilievre se rapproche de l’héritage de Brian Mulroney

De passage à Toronto pour parler à des gens d’affaires, Pierre Poilievre a reçu l’appui de Caroline Mulroney et louangé l'ancien premier ministre.

Other

10 h. ago Don’t Drop the Ball: Movember Urges Men to ‘Know Thy Nuts’ This Testicular Cancer Awareness Month

TORONTO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is here, and Movember – the world’s leading men’s health charity – is asking men to get hands-on with their health during its annual ‘Know Thy Nuts’ campaign. The ballsy initiative is an important reminder that testicular cancer remains the number one cancer among […]

Science

10 h. ago TSN president Stewart Johnston named 15th commissioner of the CFL

TORONTO — Stewart Johnston is the new CFL commissioner. The league made the move official Wednesday morning, introducing Johnston as its 15th commissioner. He succeeds Randy Ambrosie, who announced in October his intention to retire in 2025 once his successor was chosen. Johnston has served as president of TSN since 2010. He will assume his […]

Society

11 h. ago 10 Ontario companies named among best employers in one category for 2025

Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers list for 2025 just dropped, and if you're simultaneously looking for a job while taking care of your little ones, you might want to consider these companies based in Ontario that provide a wide range of programs and initiatives, such as generous maternity and parental leave and daycare assistance. The annual designation recognizes the country's leaders who support employees as they balance work and family obligations.Employers are judged based on a wide range of policies, including paid personal and earned-days-off (EDO) programs, flexible work arrangements, compassionate leave, elder care assistance, adoption support, and reproductive assistance, such as fertility drugs and IVF.The competition also analyzes academic bursaries for employees' children, and any other programs that are designed to address work-life balance challenges. Many Toronto-based companies were recognized on this year's list, including Boston C...

Economics