69 m. ago A weekend 'blitz': Negotiations resume on Quebec doctors' pay model

The two sides plan to meet through the weekend, says Dr. Marc-André Amyot, president of the Fédération des médecins omnipraticiens du Québec.

Science

8 h. ago Toronto's brutal traffic among world's worst but not as bad as other city in Canada

To the surprise of probably no one, Toronto was yet again called out for its terrible traffic in a new global traffic ranking.The 2025 Global Traffic Scorecard by Inrix ranked the world's worst cities for traffic congestion. Toronto made the list but – fortunately? – it's not as high as you think.According to the report, Toronto took the 34th spot, which could be worse but could also be better. Even U.S. tourists are appalled by our traffic, calling it worse than Los Angeles or India. Ouch. Celebrities constantly call out local gridlock, too. But given the frequency of highway closures and lane restrictions, can we blame them?Alas, it appears our gridlock issues aren't as bad as Montreal's, as the report indicates that the Quebec metropolis has the worst traffic congestion of any other city in Canada. Overall, it ranks as the 28th worst city in the world.  Using three years of transportation data, the report looks at travel times betwe...

Events

10 h. ago Another line of attack: White House sets up a hall of shame for news outlets

NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump’s White House is taking on the role of media critic and asking for help from “everyday Americans.” Over the Thanksgiving weekend, the White House launched a web portal it says will spotlight bias on the part of news outlets, targeting the Boston Globe, CBS News and The Independent […]

Events

11 h. ago WARMINGTON: Injured mom leaves hospital to say goodbye to ‘Sweet Melody’ killed in Oakville

A regular stroll with mom on foot and Melody on scooter turned into a nightmare when an SUV struck them

Events

15 h. ago TTC maintenance, asbestos cleanup delaying parts of Rogers’ 5G subway network build

TORONTO — Asbestos cleanup, tight work windows and other TTC delays have slowed the build out of 5G cellular service in Toronto’s subway system, and TTC staff now say they don’t expect Rogers Communications Inc., will be able to meet a federally imposed deadline that looms at the end of this month. A new report […]

Culture

16 h. ago Ocado Gets $350 Million Payment From Kroger for Site Closures

Ocado Group Plc will receive a one-time cash payment of $350 million from Kroger Co., more than previously announced, after the US grocer decided to close three automated warehouses and scaled back plans for a wider rollout.

Economics

18 h. ago Indonesia Coal Plant Seen as Flagship For Fuel’s Exit Scraps Early Closure

A coal-fired power plant in Indonesia scheduled to close down early and act as a flagship for efforts to shift Asia’s economies away from the fossil fuel has scrapped proposals to shutter ahead of schedule.

Other

24 h. ago Winnipeg Jets to host another outdoor game for 2026 Heritage Classic

It's believed an official announcement for a Heritage Classic in Winnipeg will come as soon as this weekend.

Transport

24 h. ago High Level lumber mill closure to affect 190 jobs in northern Alberta

West Fraser Timber says it plans to indefinitely curtail work at its High Level mill in northern Alberta due to significant weakening in demand for oriented strand board (OSB).

Other

25 h. ago Low Level Bridge closed this weekend as city wraps rehabilitation work

The City of Edmonton said Low Level Bridge construction is expected to wrap up head of schedule, with northbound and southbound traffic fully restored in the coming weeks.

Other

26 h. ago Bryzgalski painting of snowshoers in striped coats star of HBC’s first online auction

TORONTO — The first in a series of online auctions to sell off Hudson’s Bay’s treasures closed Thursday with one Kuba Bryzgalski painting of snowshoers in striped coats going for $170,000 and a single bidder dropping $27,100 total on seven vintage point blankets. The purchases were some of the highlights of a frenetic sale Heffel […]

Technology

31 h. ago Canadians are being warned about travel disruptions if Air Transat pilots go on strike

Airline flight cancellations possible if union files formal 72-hour strike notice this weekend

Transport

31 h. ago Here's how Canadians can get payout in proposed $4.5M 23andMe settlement

Canadians who have used 23andMe to learn more about their family ancestry could soon cash in on a massive proposed settlement against the company, if they're eligible.Toronto-based law firm KND Complex Litigation announced on Wednesday that a proposed settlement has been reached in the class actions filed in October 2023 and September 2024 against the genetic testing company.The class actions were filed in response to a data breach that exposed users' highly sensitive and valuable personal information. 23andMe identified and disclosed the data breach in October 2023.In December that year, the DNA testing company revealed that hackers accessed data of nearly 6.9 million of its users in total.A 23andMe spokesperson confirmed that the 14,000 accounts the "threat actors" accessed were a small percentage (0.1 per cent) of its user accounts.The hackers gained access to these accounts "in instances where usernames and passwords that were used...

Economics

32 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays have one of MLB's highest payrolls and they aren't done yet

The Toronto Blue Jays' run to the World Series has seemingly changed this franchise for the better.After years of disappointment on the free-agent front, the Jays have already landed one of the best starting pitchers in Dylan Cease, while also adding another intriguing starter in Cody Ponce. Best of all, they aren't done yet.The Jays are continuing to look for a closer and have been linked to both Edwin Diaz and Pete Fairbanks. This is all going on while they are still attempting to re-sign Bo Bichette. Oh, and don't forget, they've also been in talks with Kyle Tucker's camp.The Blue Jays haven't had issues spending money in the past. The difference this time around is that they are receiving more interest from players in joining the organization, which, in turn, is now proving to fans just how much they are willing to spend.The Blue Jays currently have the second-highest 26-man payroll in the MLB at a jaw-dropping $218.3 million. Their total payroll allocati...

Other

33 h. ago Quebec constitution plan is 'not partisan' electoral exercise, justice minister charges

A total of 211 groups have signed up to express their views on the CAQ government's Bill 1.

Politics

35 h. ago Weekend decorator: Masculine details and plenty of panelling will help this bedroom feel finished 

Dear Virginie,  I’d like to decorate our bedroom to make it warmer and more personal. My favourite parts are the chair in the corner and our pendant light fixture, but I’d like to give the room a bit of a masculine feel: tobacco, deep blues, that sort of thing. Should we add a headboard, or wainscoting? We have a cathedral ceiling and we aren’t sure how that factors in, though my husband works for Metrie, so we are definitely partial to mouldings.  Josée, Toronto  Hi Josée,  It’s great that you have easy […]

Other

38 h. ago Authoritarian or essential? Quebec constitution hearings start today

A total of 211 groups and individuals are set to weigh in on the CAQ government's controversial bill.

Culture

38 h. ago KINSELLA: Unlike Toronto, civility reigns on London’s sprawling subway system

London’s underground dwarfs Toronto’s subway system, but crime is nowhere near the issue it is on TTC system

Economics

46 h. ago Crown Royal plant closure agreement ‘best possible outcome’ for workers: Union

Workers at Amherstburg bottling facility to receive additional pay, other benefits ahead of February shutdown

Society

47 h. ago 'Punch in the gut': Island community calculating ripple effects of Crofton mill closure

'We had the mill so long, we just couldn't picture that day when it was no longer going to be operating. So, to get that news yesterday was a real punch in the gut' — North Cowichan Mayor Rob Douglas

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