6 h. ago 'Woah!': Edmonton acquires top Tampa prospect, moving out their own top prospect in return

This in from the Edmonton Oilers, new they’ve made a huge trade, sending the organization’s top major junior prospect Sam O’Reilly in exchange for the U.S. college hockey player of the year Isaac Howard, an attacking forward who had refused to sign in Tampa. There were reports that said the Oilers felt they had a […]

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6 h. ago 'This trade ROCKS': Oil Country lights up as Edmonton acquires top Tampa Bay prospect

This in from the Edmonton Oilers, new they’ve made a huge trade, sending the organization’s top major junior prospect Sam O’Reilly in exchange for the U.S. college hockey player of the year Isaac Howard, an attacking forward who had refused to sign in Tampa. There were reports that said the Oilers felt they had a […]

Economics

7 h. ago Winnipeg Sea Bears lose 2 more players as roster undergoes major overhaul

Forward Jaylin Williams and guard Terry Roberts are headed to the NBA Summer League after starting the season with the Sea Bears.

Politics

10 h. ago Explosive at B.C. NDP MLA's office ’homemade,’ not intended to hurt anyone: RCMP

North Vancouver RCMP said Tuesday the device was likely a number of bear bangers or fireworks taped together and lit by a fuse

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12 h. ago Ghana’s president inaugurates a special task force to tackle illegal gold mining

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Ghana’s president launched a special task force on Tuesday to combat rampant illegal gold mining and smuggling that has long plagued the West African nation. The chronic challenge of illegal gold mining — known locally as “galamsey” — was a major issue during Ghana’s presidential election campaign last year and a […]

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13 h. ago Canadian junior hockey star Gavin McKenna expected to announce NCAA plans

The NCAA lifted a long-standing ban in November, allowing CHL players to compete at U.S. colleges starting next season.

Sport

15 h. ago NHL and players’ association ratify collective bargaining agreement through 2029

The agreement, which kicks in for the 2026-27 season, is widely reported to include an 84-game regular-season schedule, up from 82 games.

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15 h. ago EU to Protect Airbus in US Trade Deal as Ferrari Set to Lose Out

As the European Union nears a trade deal with the US, its negotiators are focusing on protecting key industries from massive tariffs set to hit the bloc’s exports as soon as Aug. 1.

Economics

16 h. ago Rents are falling in Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver and Halifax as supply swells, says CMHC

Yet despite easing rents and increasing supply, rental affordability isn’t improving

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16 h. ago Wales’ team bus involved in road traffic crash en route to practice at Euro 2025

The Wales team bus was involved in a road traffic crash on Tuesday and its training session was canceled at the stadium where it plays France at the Women’s European Championship. The Welsh Football Association said in a statement all the people involved — players and staff on the bus and in the other vehicle […]

Economics

16 h. ago Rents easing across most major markets but many tenants not feeling relief: CMHC

Canada’s housing agency says advertised rents in some major cities are easing due to factors such as increased supply and slower immigration, but renters are still not feeling relief. In its mid-year rental market update, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says average asking rents for a two-bedroom purpose-built apartment were down year-over-year in markets such […]

Politics

16 h. ago Upcoming Toronto rib festival hailed as biggest in North America

Get ready for a weekend of saucy, smoky barbecue, Toronto, because North America's biggest rib festival is coming back this weekend.If the last major rib festival to take over Toronto — whether it was Toronto Ribfest at Centennial Park over the Canada Day long weekend or the Toronto Beaches Ribfest on Father's Day — left you hungry for yet another weekend full of sticky fingers and beautiful barbecue, you're in luck.After taking over Woodbine Park in the Beaches for the Toronto Beaches Ribfest last month, Northern Heat Rib Series, the largest rib and beer tour in North America, now has its sights set on downtown Toronto, this time cranking up the heat at Sankofa (formerly Yonge-Dundas) Square this weekend.You can expect appearances from some of the top pitmasters and barbecue artists that Ontario has to offer and, while ribs are the name of the game, of course, they're just one of a broad variety of the charred, juicy, saucy delights you ca...

Culture

17 h. ago Bath Depot Celebrates a Major Milestone with Grand Opening of First Store in Saskatchewan

SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bath Depot, Canada’s go-to destination for stylish and affordable bathroom and kitchen renovations, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its very first location in Saskatoon—marking Bath Depot’s official debut in Saskatchewan and the exciting launch of its 47th store nationwide. Located at 116 Marquis Drive, […]

Politics

17 h. ago LambdaTest Unveils Smart Branching and Baseline Management to Modernize Visual Testing Workflows

SmartUI now aligns visual testing with real-world development practices, eliminating baseline confusion and making visual QA effortless across teams SAN FRANCISCO — LambdaTest, a GenAI-powered quality engineering platform, has announced the release of SmartUI’s Smart Branching and Baseline Management, a major leap forward in visual testing. This update eliminates long-standing bottlenecks caused by outdated baseline […]

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19 h. ago Luka Pataky Joins Bragg Gaming Group as EVP of AI and Innovation to Spearhead Growth and Usage of New Technologies Across Business

TORONTO — Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ: BRAG; TSX: BRAG) (“Bragg” or the “Company”), a global leader in next-generation iGaming content and content delivery, engagement and player management technology, today proudly announces the appointment of Luka Pataky as Executive Vice President (EVP) of AI and Innovation. In his new role, Pataky will work closely with Bragg’s […]

Economics

20 h. ago New Toronto Maple Leafs player was golfing the moment he learned of trade

For many Toronto Maple Leafs players, they've long been the subject of jokes about hitting the golf course as soon as their season ends.For Matias Maccelli, one of the newest members of the Leafs, that's actually where his time in Toronto started.Maccelli, who was traded from the Utah Mammoth on June 30, was in the midst of an afternoon round when the Leafs decided to make a move for him."I was at the golf course, just trying to make a putt, and then my friend started yelling that I just got traded to Toronto," Maccelli told the media today. "It was a pretty exciting golf round, the rest of that. I was obviously super, super pumped and excited to be part of the Leafs. It was just a super exciting moment."Maccelli, a 24-year-old native of Turku, Finland, is entering his fifth NHL campaign."I've been working a lot this summer on my game, more than maybe the previous years," Maccelli added. " Just have to be comfortable again with the puck...

Economics

20 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays star Bo Bichette is engaged and here's what we know

Bo Bichette has locked in a lifelong contract — it's just not with the Toronto Blue Jays.The Toronto Star's Rosie DiManno revealed in an article on Monday that Bichette got engaged to his girlfriend, Alexis, in May, with a wedding planned for next January.While Bichette, 27, is known for his flashy on-field play, it doesn't always seem to translate to his off-field personality, as he's generally quite soft-spoken in interviews.There's little that's known about the couple otherwise, as Bichette is not currently active on social media.But perhaps the engagement might explain one Bichette decision over the past year, as he opted to chop his signature long hair last December for the first time since becoming an MLB player. While we can't confirm his motivations, Bichette might've just been doing a soft launch of his new style for those eventual wedding photos next year.How has Bichette been doing for the Blue Jays?Bichette leads the Blue Jays with 1...

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21 h. ago REVIEW: Coldplay clocks first of four Toronto shows at Rogers Stadium after delay

Coldplay Rogers Stadium Monday night RATING: ***1/2 (3.5 out of four) —- There was at least one major hiccup at British pop band Coldplay’s opening night show – the first of four – at Rogers Stadium in Downsview Park on Monday night. And it’s probably not what you think given initial concertgoer complaints about long […]

Sport

21 h. ago Caribana returns to Toronto this summer and here's what's on tap for 2025

It's time to get your feathers fluffed because Toronto's most anticipated Caribbean event, Caribana, is back in Toronto from July 31 to August 4, and this year's carnival weekend is shaping up to be pure vibes.The city's biggest and boldest celebration of Caribbean culture is taking over the streets with high-energy fêtes, dazzling costumes, booming soca and dancehall, and a whole lot of dancing from day to night (and back to day again, let's be real).Whether you're in it for the parade, the parties, or just the people-watching, this weekend is about freedom, joy, and community.The Grand Parade is the main eventThe heart of it all is the Grand Parade on Saturday, August 2, where thousands of masqueraders in full costume will take over Lakeshore Boulevard in a sea of colour, music, and movement. It's one of the most electric days in the city, with music trucks pumping soca, calypso, and Afrobeats from morning 'til night.You can watch for free alo...

Transport

21 h. ago Varcoe: Smith, Moe welcome PM's confidence that oil pipeline will make Ottawa's major project wish list

Slowly, but surely, the puzzle pieces of an energy deal are being assembled

Politics