11 h. ago Toronto takes steps to finally protect the city's oldest bar for good

One of the oldest pieces of Toronto history that we've still got left has, at long last, been given the designations it requires to remain a landmark of the city for a long time to come.The Wheatsheaf Tavern, opened all the way back in 1849, has always generally been considered the oldest bar in the city, although it was technically opened after The Black Bull, which debuted under a different original name — thus, some say, disqualifying it from the title — over a decade earlier (The Bull closed last year, anyhow).Aside from a brief scare when it shuttered in 2019, which turned out to be only temporarily and for the purpose of completing a stunning facelift, the Wheatsheaf has been pouring brews at King and Bathurst for nearly two centuries.Which is why the Toronto Preservation Board pushed through a motion to designate the property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act — a recommendation that just passed this week.A threads post about ...

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28 h. ago TAKEAWAYS: On John Tavares, Bobby McMann’s case for the Leafs and Anthony Stolarz

Talk about putting on a show on Broadway. The Maple Leafs did that on Thursday night, posting a 4-3 victory over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Not only was it a start-to-finish, 60-minute victory by the Leafs, who won their third consecutive game in regulation, it was a significant night for several […]

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69 h. ago Toronto pledges action on coyotes after incidents in Fort York, Liberty Village areas

The City of Toronto is pledging to take action on coyotes after receiving recommendations on how to handle recent "unusually bold" animal encounters in two communities.

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3 d. ago TAKEAWAYS: Matthews backs it up in complete Maple Leafs win over Flames

Auston Matthews talked the talk and walked the walk. Some 48 hours after the Maple Leafs captain said his team had to wrap their heads around playing better in the final stretch to the Stanley Cup playoffs, Matthews stepped forward in a 6-2 beating of the Calgary Flames on Monday night. Our takeaways from the […]

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6 d. ago TAKEAWAYS: On details, head games and more Maple Leafs adversity in loss to Senators

If adversity indeed makes a hockey team stronger, the Maple Leafs will be better off in the long run. It’s on the group, though, to pull itself out of its current slump, one that was extended in the latest Battle of Ontario on Saturday night. The Ottawa Senators beat the Leafs 4-2 at Scotiabank Arena […]

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8 d. ago TAKEAWAYS: On Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner and Max Domi in the Maple Leafs loss

Well, the four-game homestand didn’t get off to a good start. In their first game at Scotiabank Arena after another lengthy trip, the Maple Leafs couldn’t take control at five-on-five and failed on special teams, losing 3-2 to the Florida Panthers on Thursday night. Yes, that’s the defending Stanley Cup champions. Also, though, it was […]

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8 d. ago BATRA’S BURNING QUESTIONS: Police chief’s apology over offensive podcast doesn’t go far enough

WATCH BELOW as the Sun’s Adrienne Batra, Brian Lilley and Warren Kinsella take a look at Uniformed Toronto police officers in now-deleted podcast praised Oct. 7 for surge in Islam converts, and dismissed criticism of hateful anti-Israel rallies as “Islamophobia”. What do YOU think? Tweet and Facebook us! And don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. 

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9 d. ago LEAF NOTES: Extra scrutiny for Mitch Marner in Thursday homecoming

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. might have taken away Mitch Marner’s lead in Toronto contract headlines for a couple of days, but the Maple Leaf winger is sure to retain it now that he’s home.  Marner’s usual enthusiastic shouts were heard at the Ford Centre on Wednesday in the team’s first practice there in a couple of weeks, though […]

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9 d. ago LCBO denies viral photos of hilarious Wayne Gretzky wine labels in Toronto

Pictures allegedly taken at a downtown Toronto LCBO are going absolutely viral on social media this week in light of how hilarious — and timely, given current events — they are.A shopper perusing the offerings at the Manulife Centre location of the Crown retailer on Bloor Street claims to have spotted some peculiar product tags for one particular brand of wine: the line by Canadian hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. And they have some very convincing photo evidence to back it up.The viral post was removed from Reddit Tuesday, though the link still shows the hundreds of comments it racked up.The once-unanimously beloved Gretzky, as anyone who has been reading the news will know, has fallen out of favour in some camps recently due to his affiliation with Donald Trump, who considers the world-renowned athlete a close friend and "fantastic guy," as well as a supporter.As some fans disown Gretzky amid Trump's economic attack on Canada through tariffs and threats of a...

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9 d. ago These are all the places in Toronto you can get discounts with your PRESTO card

If you have a PRESTO card, you might not know that it can actually unlock some great discounts on events, restaurants, and attractions in Toronto. Besides just using your card to get you from point A to point B, you can take advantage of some exclusive PRESTO discounts that are available for a limited time only. While some discounts are only available this March, others can be enjoyed later in the year. These are all the places you can get a discount in Toronto just by showing your PRESTO card or applying a code online. Events  Toronto Comicon Get ready to geek out over comics, sci-fi, horror, cosplay, anime, and gaming at this three-day convention that takes over the Metro Toronto Convention Centre between March 14 and March 16. On Friday, March 14 only, you can show your PRESTO card at the Comicon box office to save 20 per cent on your Friday single day adult, youth, or family pass admission.     View this post on Instagr...

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1 week ago Taxi industry pushing Toronto to ban U.S. rideshare companies like Uber

Canadian taxi and ride-hailing companies are calling on Toronto city council to be included in efforts to promote local businesses.In an open letter, Canadian companies Beck Taxi, Co-op Cabs, Toronto 1 Taxi, and Hovr called to be added to the city's recently introduced "Buy Local, Buy Canadian" campaign amid the trade war with the U.S."U.S. tech companies, among the Trump administration's biggest backers, have taken over too many Canadian markets, reshaping our laws and regulations to build monopoly power. The ride-hailing industry is a prime example," wrote the companies in the letter.They claim that U.S. companies operating in Toronto, like Uber and Lyft, have increased congestion, taken money from the TTC, lowered earnings for drivers and imposed surge pricing models on travellers.The letter argues that "app-based ride-hailing and payments are now offered by many local taxi companies as well as Hovr, a new Canadian ride-hailing platform."To do that, the companies say Toronto coun...

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1 week ago TAKEAWAYS: On Marner shining, a Maple Leafs lapse and a Woll rebound

Ugly hockey works every so often. Case in point: The Maple Leafs’ 4-3 shootout victory on Monday night in Salt Lake City against the Utah Hockey Club. Our takeaways from a win that put the Leafs within two points of the Florida Panthers for first place in the Atlantic Division: MARNER RISES Leave it to […]

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1 week ago Toronto Comicon is back this week and here's everything you can expect

Get your best cosplay ready, Toronto, because Comicon 2025 is right around the corner.Toronto's ultimate celebration of fan culture, from TV to comics and everything in between, returns for another epic year on March 14, bringing some exciting stars, original art and exciting events together all under one roof.Organized by Fan Expo, the largest comic con producer in the entire world, Toronto's event is just one in a series of conventions that take place across North America. I may be biased, but I'd say Toronto's is the best.The festival takes place from March 14 to 16 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, bringing fans, cosplayers and personalities to the heart of the city to celebrate everything delightfully nerdy.Here's what you can expect to see and do at Toronto Comicon 2025.EventsThe convention is comprised of almost too many different events to list, from panels and meet-and-greets to meet-ups and competitions, but a few stand out as can't-miss opportunities.It goes without...

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2 w. ago Canadians buy up thousands of Teslas in one weekend as federal rebate ends

When Canada announced on Friday, January 10, that it was winding down its federal EV incentive program, it kicked off a weekend of EV buying across the country, especially in Quebec.On Friday, the government claimed there was $71 million left in the account, and by Monday, the account was closed.After announcing that the funds would run dry, the Toronto Star is reporting that a single Tesla dealership in Quebec City claimed $20 million in subsidies in one weekend by selling more than 4,000 cars as buyers rushed to take advantage of the $5,000 discount.Two dealers in Toronto and one in Vancouver, alongside the Quebec City location, all went from selling a few dozen cars per day to offloading 2,500 or more. Over the weekend, the four dealerships together made 8,600 sales, which accounted for $43 million out of the remaining $71 million.Alongside the removal of the federal incentive, Tesla also announced that it would raise prices on February 1 since it no longer needed ...

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2 w. ago LEAF TAKEAWAYS: What bad timing to mail in a weak effort in Vegas

No one thought the Maple Leafs would be fresh after a whirlwind stop at home between extended road trips, but it was a surprise how they stunk for the most part Wednesday night in Vegas. With some of their worst defensive play and lack of finish the past three games, let’s just say they didn’t […]

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2 w. ago ‘BEYOND ‘F***ED UP!’: California university sparks outrage over all

A university in California is facing backlash for its plans to replace its men’s and women’s locker rooms with “universal” all-sex spaces. The University of California, Davis, just outside Sacramento, shared the final steps of the renovation project last month, which they chalked up to “inclusivity.” “We value inclusive, accessible environments that accommodate the diverse […]

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2 w. ago TAKEAWAYS: Maple Leafs can’t finish, Stolarz slips in loss to Sharks

A loss isn’t just a loss. Not when it comes against the worst team in the National Hockey League. In their last home game before the NHL trade deadline hits on Friday, the Maple Leafs laid an egg on Monday night, losing 3-2 in a shootout against the San Jose Sharks. This after the Leafs […]

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2 w. 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

2 w. ago Toronto restaurants take U.S. products off menus 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...

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2 w. ago Maple Leafs’ Treliving looks for Marner to take 4 Nations win forward

Naturally, Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving was thrilled that Mitch Marner excelled for Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off. “Mitch had his hands all over the success they had,” Treliving told media in Pittsburgh on Saturday. “We know how good Mitch is, so I think being able to come through that on a positive […]

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