85 m. 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

1 hour 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 […]

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2 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 […]

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3 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

3 h. ago Axis Communications Expands IoT Capabilities with New Powerful Edge Devices and Advanced AI Solutions Launched at ISC West 2025

Axis unveils latest innovations, including a cutting-edge recording server, multifunctional network display speakers, and smart air quality sensors that mark entry into a new product category LAS VEGAS — Axis Communications, the industry leader in video surveillance, today announced a range of new intelligent edge devices and solutions designed to harness the full potential of […]

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3 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.

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4 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

4 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

5 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

6 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

7 h. ago POET Expands Global Reach as It Teams with South Korea’s Lessengers To Develop 800G DR8 Transceivers for AI and Hyperscale Markets

TORONTO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — POET Technologies Inc. (“POET” or the “Company“) (TSX Venture: PTK; NASDAQ: POET), a leader in the design and implementation of highly-integrated optical engines and light sources for artificial intelligence networks, today announced it has partnered with Lessengers, an innovative optical solution provider based in South Korea, to offer […]

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7 h. ago Huge segment of Canada's real estate market in major trouble due to U.S. tariffs

The forthcoming impacts of the Canada-U.S. trade war initiated by President Donald Trump's tariffs could put a real dent in Canada's industrial real estate market.According to a new report by CBRE, recent solid performances in this particular sub-sector of the commercial real estate market are now being overshadowed by the trade war."Many [local] markets cited the ongoing tariff and trade uncertainties as a major headwind that tempers the outlook for leasing demand over the next couple of quarters," reads the report.Moreover, for the commercial real estate market, "the impact of tariffs will be more directly felt by Canadian industrial markets."This is not entirely surprising, as Canadian federal and provincial governments are forecasting that the manufacturing, natural resource-export industries, transportation, logistics, and retail sectors will be the hardest hit.Such businesses, which account for very significant employment, are some of the largest users of major industrial spac...

Politics

7 h. ago Rogers Centre beer is now more expensive than actual Blue Jays tickets

The Toronto Blue Jays returned to the Rogers Centre last week for their 2025 season, embracing a sold-out crowd of fans for the first time since last fall.But while Toronto was able to pack the stadium for the first game of the year, it might be a while before they're able to do it again.With a 3:07 p.m. first pitch set for Wednesday's game against the Washington Nationals, the matchup is Toronto's first of six as part of the "Work From Dome" promotions, encouraging locals to pop out a few hours early from work and get down to the ballpark.At the time of writing, a pair of tickets for Wednesday afternoon's game against the Washington Nationals is going for as little as $10 each on StubHub, with fees included.And if you're looking to head to the ballpark and grab a drink along the way, you might even spend more on the beverage than getting in the ballpark.As part of the Dugout Deals sections 240 and 537, you can get a 12 oz/355 mL Budweiser/Bud Light for $6.49 during all games this s...

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7 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Carney uses 'teachable moment' excuse to avoid strong action against rogue candidate

Liberal Leader and Prime Minister Mark Carney labelled Liberal candidate Paul Chiang’s call for other Chinese Canadians to turn in Joe Tay to Chinese authorities in Toronto a “teachable moment,” when announcing Monday he had no intension of firing Chiang as a candidate. Chiang, of course, has since withdrawn on his own. Apparently even he […]

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8 h. ago AGF Investments Announces Additional Ad Hoc Distributions for AGF Systematic Global Multi

TORONTO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AGF Investments Inc. (AGF Investments) today announced additional ad hoc distributions for AGF Systematic Global Multi-Sector Bond ETF (ticker: QGB), AGF Systematic International Equity ETF (ticker: QIE) and AGF Systematic US Equity ETF (ticker: QUS), which usually pay quarterly/annual distributions. These ad hoc distributions are the result of previously announced proposed terminations of these […]

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8 h. ago Dentalcorp Announces First Quarter 2025 Results Release Date

TORONTO — dentalcorp Holdings Ltd. (“Dentalcorp” or the “Company”) (TSX: DNTL), Canada’s largest and one of North America’s fastest growing networks of dental practices, announced that it will release its first quarter 2025 financial results before the market open on May 12, 2025. FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS CONFERENCE CALL The Company will hold a conference […]

Culture

9 h. ago GAMEDAY: Maple Leafs welcome Florida Panthers for Atlantic clash

FLORIDA PANTHERS (44-26-3) at TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS (45-25-4) When: Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Scotiabank Arena TV: Sportsnet Radio: The Fan 590 Odds: Panthers -102, Maple Leafs -122 The buzz It’s not a must-win for the Maple Leafs, but we don’t have to say how badly they want to beat the Panthers for the first time in three meetings […]

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9 h. ago GAMEDAY: Maple Leafs welcome Florida Panthers for Atlantic Division clash

FLORIDA PANTHERS (44-26-3) at TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS (45-25-4) When: Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Scotiabank Arena TV: Sportsnet Radio: The Fan 590 Odds: Panthers -102, Maple Leafs -122 The buzz It’s not a must-win for the Maple Leafs, but we don’t have to say how badly they want to beat the Panthers for the first time in three meetings […]

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15 h. ago $4 million custom Toronto home is the perfect mix of old and new

When 110 Snowdon Ave. sold in 2021 for more than $450,000 over asking, it was already a beautiful home. Sure, it needed a bit of extra love in certain places, but it was a solid three-bedroom, two bathroom house that most people would be thrilled to live in. However, the owners took this already nice house and turned it into something unbelievably stunning. The front entrance. Designed by Maniera Design and Blue Lion Building, they managed to create a luxury home that is the perfect mix of modern and classic architectural styles.The powder room. It's clear that every detail in the home has been well thought out and curated to create a warm, inviting and functional home. The foyer. For example, as you walk in, you're greeted by heated black limestone floors and soaring 20-foot ceilings. The reclaimed solid oak door is a warming touch. The main floor. The main floor is open concept and quite minimal. The kitchen has Fisher & P...

Economics

16 h. ago Charlesbourg : un homme menace les employés d’un restaurant et disparaît dans la nature

Un homme a menacé des clients et des employés d’un restaurant à l’arme blanche avant d’échapper aux autorités, mardi soir, à Québec.

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