83 m. ago Slumping Ottawa Redblacks lose quarterback Dru Brown and another game to Hamilton Tiger

The Ottawa Redblacks are spiralling into their first bye week of the CFL season. Not only did they lose for the second time in eight days to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, but in falling to a CFL-worst 1-6 record, they also lost starting quarterback Dru Brown to a possible concussion on a hit that incensed head […]

Culture

6 h. ago LEDREW: Canadians face ‘democratic deficit’ at crucial time in history

In Canada, we have a democratic deficit. And before you say ”so what?” realize that it is costing you a lot of money, liberties, and safety. First, what is the democratic deficit? It is the fact that Canada is being run by one guy, Prime Minister Mark Carney, who calls all the shots. In other […]

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7 h. ago WIENS: Defending Canadian dairy farms is worth taking a stand 

With the increasing volatility in global supply chains, there’s never been a better time to defend Canada’s food security and sovereignty. Unfortunately, in his editorial opinion column, Postmedia’s Lorne Gunter feeds into a misleading narrative about the dairy trade with the United States and disregards the strength and stability supply management delivers for Canadians. Under […]

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8 h. ago As momentum keeps building, Blue Jays need to add pitching depth as July 31 trade deadline nears

A defining stretch for the Blue Jays is about to begin as they continue to enjoy the view atop the AL East. Following the team’s upcoming three-game series against the visiting Bronx Bombers, the Jays will be in Detroit for a four-game set before heading to Baltimore for a four-game series. By the time the […]

Economics

9 h. ago Pato O’Ward wins Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto for ninth career IndyCar win

TORONTO — Pato O’Ward has won the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto. It’s the seven-year IndyCar Series veteran’s first win on the course around Toronto’s Exhibition Place. Rinus Veekay finished second and Kyffin Simpson placed third. Colton Herta was the defending champion at Toronto and held pole position for today’s race but finished fourth. Toronto’s […]

Transport

11 h. ago Premiers meeting in Ontario to tackle Trump tariff ultimatum and internal trade barriers

Tariffs and trade are top of the agenda as the country’s premiers arrive in Ontario’s cottage country for a three-day meeting that comes at a pivotal time for both Canada-U.S. and domestic relations. The premiers’ summer gathering in Muskoka will also feature a Tuesday meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney, as trade talks with the […]

Economics

12 h. ago Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Jack Draper all withdraw from the Toronto tournament

TORONTO (AP) — Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner, 24-time Grand Slam title winner Novak Djokovic and No. 5-ranked Jack Draper all withdrew Sunday from the Masters 1000 tournament in Toronto that starts in a week. The No. 1-ranked Sinner cited his injured right elbow, which he hurt in a fall in the fourth round at the […]

Economics

23 h. ago That time a lone rogue 'demon' cow caused mayhem in Toronto streets

From narrowly escaping fate as an expressway to being home to an iconic location of a beloved fast-food chain, Toronto's Spadina Avenue is rife with fascinating history.But one of its quirkiest and wildest moments was when a loose cow, possessed by what some at the time called "some strange demon," went on a rampage through this busy street.A cow on Spadina may seem weird, but in the early days of Toronto, there were a number of pet cow owners in the city — and some of the results of that were utterly chaotic.Toronto's cattle crackdownIn the 1830s, as the incorporation of Toronto was being solidified, the city was doing all it could to regulate domestic animals.In fact, one of the first nuisance by-laws, enacted in May 1834, helped regulate domestic animals — with stipulations like "no swine shall be permitted to run or be at large in any of the streets or any of the sidewalks of this city."But there are reports that residents didn't find ...

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23 h. ago That time a ghostly Toronto apartment building sat abandoned for decades

An abandoned building known as the Bayview Ghost once haunted the Toronto skyline for more than twenty years. It sat unfinished and unlived in — a stark reminder of what could've been. Standing atop a hill overlooking the Don Valley, just above the north end of the Bayview Extension, the ghostly structure's stalled construction and eventual demise were delayed for decades due to drawn-out political battles and behind-the-scenes redevelopment drama. The Bayview Ghost's story began in 1953 when doctors Morris Freedman and Harry Frimerman purchased the 27.9-acre plot of land.Their plan? To build a structure called the Hampton Park apartments, a 12-storey, two-tower solution to the city's then-emerging housing dilemma. It would have 880 units and overlook the lush greenery of the Don Valley. However, things didn't exactly pan out as planned.After blueprints for the enormous building were drawn up, developers applied ...

Society

23 h. ago Toronto house with visible holes in roof still expected to fetch $700,000

A Toronto home at 37 Allister Ave. has been in rough shape since 2018, when it sold for $777,000 — sight basically unseen.Back then, potential buyers weren't even allowed inside. The listing stated that viewings were limited to "walking the lot" with the agent, and that's probably what the buyers did since they never managed to do anything with the derelict three-bedroom, three-bathroom home.Eventually, they gave up on the house and sold it at a loss in 2024 for $750,000.The front of the house. Now, a year later, the property is in even worse condition. The roof is collapsing, gaping holes expose the interior to the elements, windows are boarded up with plywood, and the backyard has been swallowed by weeds.It's more haunted house than fixer-upper at this point.But it's back on the market—this time asking just $688,000, which is a full 30 per cent less than last month's hopeful $999,990 price tag. Clearly, that d...

Economics

23 h. ago Cruises in Muskoka offer breathtaking views of Ontario's cottage country

Cruises in Muskoka offer a chance to take in blue open waters, sprawling landscapes and fresh air — all just part of Ontario's natural charm.There's something about escaping the hustle and bustle of city life while cruising gently on the water, soaking in all that summer has to offer. Whether you want to spend a full day on the boat or just a few hours, you can find a great time waiting for you on any of these Muskoka cruises. So hop aboard, because sparkling shorelines and sunny afternoons could be on your horizon. Island Queen Cruise Did you know Georgian Bay is dotted with 30,000 islands? On this three-hour, non-stop cruise, you can explore part of the world's largest freshwater archipelago.Choose from two unique routes and get up close to some remote outer islands through a captain's eye view.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by 30,...

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29 h. ago Usyk KOs Dubois to become undisputed world heavyweight champion for a second time

LONDON — Oleksandr Usyk knocked out Daniel Dubois in the fifth round and became the undisputed world heavyweight champion for a second time on Saturday.  The undefeated southpaw retained his WBA, WBC and WBO belts and regained the IBF belt he relinquished just over a year ago.  The Ukrainian dropped Dubois twice in the fifth […]

Sport

29 h. ago How Redblacks' receiver Geno Lewis can offset impact of Tiger

For the Ottawa Redblacks to enter their bye week with a much-needed victory in a game on which their season might hinge, they have to prevent the CFL’s top receiver from beating them for the second time in eight days. And they have to do it with a second starting cornerback gone from their injury-depleted […]

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31 h. ago Reigning champion Colton Herta takes pole at Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto

Defending champion Colton Herta has earned pole position at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto. He did the 11-turn, 2.874-kilometre course around Exhibition Place in downtown Toronto in 59.8320 seconds. IndyCar Series points leader Alex Palou was second, 0.2758 seconds behind Herta. Marcus Armstrong and Will Power were third and fourth respectively. Scott Dixon, a […]

Sport

39 h. ago It's time to change the conversation about the economy and climate change

Another devastating forest fire season is upon us and the eastern U.S. has been sizzling under a record-breaking heat dome. We can no longer ignore that climate change is the cause. Our climate is warming due to rising atmospheric carbon dioxide levels, and Canadian families are now regularly paying the price: displacement, rising insurance costs, […]

Society

40 h. ago Letters, July 19, 2025: ‘Our power grid not ready for crush of electric vehicles’

Power surge It will be interesting to see how the power grid will function when millions of vehicles are being charged and the air conditioning is running. Brownouts will be the norm and the amount of hydro you are allowed to use daily will be regulated. Time to flip the switch. WAYNE ASHTON (The Liberals’ […]

Transport

46 h. ago 5 Takeaways as Calgary Stampeders crush Winnipeg Blue Bombers again, become Grey Cup front

In dominating the Blue Bombers for the second time in three weeks, the now-5-1 Stampeders leave no doubt that they're for real this season.

Events

47 h. ago Daytime rave in Toronto promises to have you home in bed by 10 p.m.

If you're 30+ and the thought of a 2 a.m. last call makes your knees ache and your head spin, this new Toronto party is calling your name.Bed By 10, the ultimate dance floor revival for grown-ups, is throwing a massive daytime club bash in the city on Saturday, August 23, and yes, you'll be home in time to order takeout and be under the covers before the sun sets.Taking over Noir at Rebel (11 Polson St.) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., this high-energy party blends the nostalgia of your glory days with the practicality of adult bedtime. Isn't that what you need for the perfect night (or should I say, day?) out?What to expectDJs spinning the best of the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s — think bangers from Destiny's Child to Daft Punk, along with confetti blasts, CO2 cannons, and full-scale visuals you'd expect to take you back to your nightclub heyday.And all this while the sun's still shining bright outside! Which means full-on summer vib...

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47 h. ago Fare With A Flair: Margarita punch makes refreshing summer sipper

It's nice to have something a bit different for an adult drink this time of year.

Other

52 h. ago West Nile virus to spread to remote areas of Quebec due to climate change, study says

A recent study suggests warmer temperatures could lead to a surge in West Nile virus cases and that it could spread to more remote regions of the province for the first time.

Society