13 m. ago MEDIA ADVISORY: Trade wars: Advocates demand urgent action to protect workers and stabilize the economy against the impact of tariffs

TORONTO, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The imposition of tariffs will create a widespread recession in Canada. Workers and communities need all levels of government to work together to deliver a comprehensive strategy to stabilize the economy as it responds to the changed trade environment. Central to this strategy must be providing workers and […]

Economics

19 m. ago Woke Boston mayor slammed for offering condolences to armed man killed by off

In the wake of an off-duty Boston police officer fatally shooting an armed man over the weekend, the city’s mayor and other officials have been criticized for their reaction to the deadly incident. Mayor Michelle Wu offered her condolences to the family of the unidentified attacker who was gunned down by the cop at a […]

Events

21 m. ago Ontario drivers to get a ‘March break’ while driving on Hwy. 407

March may be a sweeter than normal month for some who spend hours stuck behind the wheel around the Greater Toronto Area.

Transport

29 m. 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

34 m. ago Toronto Public Library Workers Vote Resoundingly in Favour of Strike

TORONTO — Toronto Public Library workers have given their union a strong strike mandate in ongoing contract negotiations with the Toronto Public Library. The workers, represented by CUPE 4948, held a strike vote over the weekend with a historic turnout, where over 96 per cent voted in favour of authorizing the union to take strike […]

Society

45 m. ago Dorchester Wealth Management to Join Cardinal Point, Focus Partners Canada

NEW YORK — Focus Financial Partners Inc., an interdependent partnership of wealth management, business management, and related financial services firms, has announced that Focus network firm Dorchester Wealth Management, headquartered in Montreal, QC, has formally joined Toronto, ON-based Cardinal Point Capital Management ULC, a part of Cardinal Point, Focus Partners Canada, in a transaction that […]

Culture

87 m. ago Canucks alumni: Greg Adams on that 1994 goal, Jim Robson’s call and a confident dressing room

Canucks alumni Greg Adams says the play-by-play call of his OT winner against the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1994 "was better than the goal"

Other

93 m. ago ‘You have made me afraid,’ Ontario man guilty of double murder told at sentencing

Victim impact statements and sentencing submissions were delivered Monday in a downtown Toronto courtroom for Godfrey Sig-Od's sentencing hearing.

Events

95 m. ago Toronto's BMO Field reveals $146 million renovation plan for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is coming to Toronto next year — and a whole host of renovations are coming to the city's biggest soccer stadium.Today, the City and Toronto and MLSE provided further detail into the renovations at BMO Field, which is coming via a $123-million investment from the City and a $23-million investment from MLSE."Sport brings us together, as Torontonians and Canadians. As we prepare to host FIFA World Cup 26, we're investing in infrastructure for Toronto's future. We are supporting Team Canada while investing in the next generation of great Canadian athletes," Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said in a release.The biggest temporary change includes a previously announced 10,000 temporary seats added on the north grandstand and 7,000 on the south grandstand, bringing the capacity to 45,000 for the duration of the tournament.Additional permanent changes include four new LED videoboards in the stadium's corner columns, self-serve technology at select concession stands, stadi...

Economics

1 hour ago Huge outdoor electronic music festival comes back to Toronto this summer

One of Toronto's biggest, longest and liveliest electronic music festivals is back this summer for eight days of sun and sweet sounds.It may be hard to imagine right now, as wind chills are still consistently subjecting us to sub-zero temperatures, and we still have to take comically large steps around snow banks when exiting cars, but summer is right around the corner, and with it comes a full suite of festivals and events to keep the party going all season long.Perhaps one of the most exciting, particularly for fans of EDM and outdoor partying, Electric Island is gearing up for its 13th season of taking over Toronto's festival scene.The festival, which originally took place on the Toronto Islands, has bounced around locations over the past 13 years, dabbling with stints at Woodbine Park, Ontario Place and, most recently, Fort York and the Bentway, which seems to have stuck this time around.The festival kicks off on the Victoria Day long weekend (May 17 and 18) at — you guess...

Culture

2 h. ago Canadian business groups say trade uncertainty has already done damage

The head of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says across-the-board U.S. tariffs on imported goods would be a worst-case scenario if they kick in tomorrow. But Dan Kelly says even if there’s another last-minute reprieve from U.S. President Donald Trump, the ongoing threat and uncertainty would continue to inflict economic damage. He says some […]

Economics

2 h. ago San Jose Sharks’ Macklin Celebrini negotiating choppy waters of first season

Macklin Celebrini is trying to adapt to a difficult situation, being a top-notch rookie on the NHL’s bottom team. This might be the worst stretch of the season for the top pick in the 2024 draft, on a long Eastern trip that has been part of an eight-game winless streak before Monday’s game in Toronto. […]

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2 h. ago OCUFA worried about future of university funding following provincial election

Toronto, ON, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA), representing more than 18,000 university academic staff, is concerned the results of Thursday’s provincial election means the chronic underfunding of Ontario’s public universities will continue. With the Progressive Conservative Government elected for a third term, OCUFA resolves to continue […]

Politics

2 h. ago Time is now for Blue Jays to find order to their lagging offence

It’s fascinating to watch the daily release of manager John Schneider’s batting order for the endless stream of Grapefruit League games down in Florida. Normally reading too much into those day-to-day challenges is silliness given the prime emphasis this time of year is getting players at-bats and tinkering with lineups to make it all work […]

Events

2 h. ago Toronto legend Mike Myers trolls Elon Musk and reps Canada on SNL

It's been years since Canadian actor Mike Myers appeared on Saturday Night Live (SNL), and he certainly made an impression upon his return, taking aim at U.S. President Trump and Elon Musk.The actor from Scarborough, best known on SNL for his Wayne's World persona, made an electrifying return over the weekend and managed to troll both Musk and Trump in one episode.In the closing credits, Myers appeared onstage with comedian Shane Gillis and Canadian singer Tate McRae. As the guests said goodbye to viewers, Myers showed off his T-shirt emblazoned with the Canadian flag and the phrase "Canada is not for sale." He lifted his arm, pointed at his elbow, and mouthed, "Elbows up."For the past few months, Trump has been relentlessly referring to Canada as the 51st state, sparking outrage. Online, netizens cheered Myers, with one calling him "a Canadian legend.""Show some love for Mike Myers, who wore a 'Canada is not for sale' shirt on SNL last night," wrote another X user.Someone took a sw...

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3 h. ago Musalem Says Inflation Expectations Key If Fed’s Goals Conflict

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis President Alberto Musalem said that while he anticipates price growth to moderate toward the central bank’s 2% goal, it is vital for policymakers to keep inflation expectations in check.

Economics

3 h. ago How close is Alex Ovechkin to breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record?

Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 884 goals and needs 10 to tie and 11 to break the record. Ovechkin entered the season 42 short of breaking the regular-season record by “The Great One” that had long seemed unapproachable. […]

Sport

3 h. ago Tennis legend Serena Williams joining ownership of WNBA’s Toronto Tempo

Tennis legend Serena Williams is joining the Toronto Tempo's ownership group, the WNBA expansion team announced Monday.

Sport

3 h. ago Serena Williams joins ownership group for Toronto Tempo WNBA expansion team

'This moment is not just about basketball, it is about showcasing the true value and potential of female athletes.'

Sport

3 h. ago SEMENTILLI TRIAL: Porn snaps and videos of Monica taken at time of Fabio’s funeral

Merry widow Monica Sementilli and lothario Robert Baker had a penchant for chronicling their raunchy antics. Even the Toronto funeral of her murdered husband Fabio Sementilli failed to curtail their hormone-charged hijinks. The jury in Los Angeles Superior Court has heard that cops retrieved more than 200 sexually graphic photos and videos of Monica and […]

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