Fallen Officer, World Cup Frenzy & Tragic Crash — Toronto's Week in Review

Government officials, advocates concerned about rise in gambling ads during World Cup

The stage is set for Toronto's turn as FIFA World Cup host, and some government officials and advocates worry that the major sporting event will also spark intensified gambling advertising -- and the public health problems that can follow.

Taste of the Danforth returning to Toronto after 2-year hiatus

Three years after money problems put the east end festival on hiatus, the province and city say they are providing funds to help bring it back this August.

Live updates: Mexico beats South Africa in first match of the FIFA World Cup

Toronto’s FIFA human rights action plan is out, but advocates say it falls short for unhoused people

Toronto finally revealed its FIFA human rights action plan Monday evening — with just days to go before the World Cup kicks off on Thursday. Advocates, however, say it’s too vague and doesn’t do enough to protect unhoused people during the tournament.

Here’s where to watch the FIFA World Cup as Team Canada kicks off in Toronto

If you aren't attending a match at Toronto Stadium or couldn't get tickets to FIFA Fan Festival, not to worry, there are plenty of other places in the city to catch a game.

Meet the FIFA World Cup Canadian superfans backing the home side

Behind every team competing in the FIFA World Cup is a community of supporters and superfans rallying. These people are at the heart of Team Canada.

The stage is set for World Cup opening ceremony — and Canada’s 1st game

Toronto will host Canada’s opening ceremony at 1:30pm at Toronto Stadium, with Canada is set to take on Bosnia and Herzegovina at 3pm.

Get set for kickoff! Canada's first FIFA World Cup match gets underway today

Tributes pour in for Toronto officer shot in line of duty as police continue search for suspect

The death of Const. Marc Pinizzotto, who was fatally shot while conducting a search warrant early Thursday morning, has drawn tributes from all over the country, ranging from Ontario's premier to the prime minister.

How Billy Bishop's expansion could impact thousands of unbuilt housing units

Thousands of existing and yet-to-be built housing units on Toronto’s waterfront could be impacted if Billy Bishop Airport is expanded at the scale Ontario’s premier is calling for, the city's chief planner says.

Toronto police officer caught with drugs in his car sentenced to 4 years in prison

A Toronto police drug squad officer who was caught with drugs after being pursued by Peel police was sentenced to four years in prison this week.

Ontario Place parking lot will cost taxpayers $200M but will quickly generate revenue: province

Ontario taxpayers will spend $200 million on a new parking garage at Ontario Place, but the government says it will quickly generate tens of millions of dollars in annual revenue.

Ontario court raises amount Iran owes torture victim to $560 million

The case is the latest against Iran under the Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act.

‘Mass-casualty’ crash in London, Ont. sends 7 people to hospital: police

Seven people in London, Ont., have been sent to hospital after a vehicle crashed through a brick wall and into a shopping mall fitness centre on Friday.

Indecent act at Ontario school leads police to 14 debit and credit cards

A Barrie man accused of committing an indecent act outside a school was also found carrying 14 debit and credit cards not in his name, police say.

Community reacts to flag burning just days before Pride celebrations

Pflag York Region is speaking out against what it calls a 'brazen act of bigotry' after a Pride flag was burned at a Markham school.

CN Tower dims its lights as tributes honour fallen Toronto officer Marc Pinizzotto

Toronto's iconic CN Tower has paid tribute to the officer who was gunned down during a police raid in the city's northwest.

Live updates: Bosnia-Herzegovina leads Canada 1-0 at halftime in co-host's opening FIFA World Cup match

Toronto police arrest 7 more suspects in fatal shooting of man in Etobicoke

Toronto police say they have arrested seven more suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of a man in an Etobicoke apartment more than a week ago.

Peel police officers cleared in man's shooting death in Mississauga: SIU

Ontario's Special Investigations Unit has cleared three Peel police officers of any wrongdoing in the shooting death of a 44-year old man in late February after officers responded to a domestic disturbance call in Mississauga.

OPP Const. Tarun Bali's body brought to Thornhill, Ont., ahead of funeral

Bali, 29, was struck by the driver of a vehicle on Tuesday in the northern town of Hearst, about 520 kilometres east of Thunder Bay, as fellow investigators searched for a man who had escaped from a hospital.

No refunds after Toronto FIFA Fan Festival evacuated over lightning concerns

The city confirmed no refunds would be issued for Toronto's FIFA Fan Festival, after a weather-related evacuation required attendees to leave the venue.

Quebec residents charged in major southwestern Ontario auto theft bust

Halton police have arrested five people and are searching for a sixth. The group is alleged to be connected to more than a dozen auto thefts in southwestern Ontario.

Cocaine and handgun among items seized in Saskatoon, 4 Toronto men charged

Four men from Toronto were arrested and face 28 charges in Saskatoon as a result of a drug trafficking probe, police said in a news release Friday.

World Cup teams don’t just fight for glory. Millions of dollars are at play

'The FIFA World Cup 2026 will also be groundbreaking in terms of its financial contribution to the global football community,' said FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

Cyle Larin's late goal nets Canada historic point after 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina

It was Canada's first point at a men’s World Cup, and if that didn’t make the players's day unforgettable enough, they did it at home, in front of a crowd filled with faces they knew and people they could name.

18-year-old Toronto man charged in U.S. consulate shooting

An 18-year-old Toronto man has been charged with shooting at the U.S. consulate in March, according to a court document.

Alejandro Kirk rejoins Blue Jays while fellow catcher Tyler Heineman DFA'd

The Blue Jays have activated star catcher Alejandro Kirk from the 60-day injured list and made him available for Friday's opener of Toronto's three-game series against the Yankees in New York.

Teen accused in shooting death of Toronto police officer appears in court

The man accused of fatally shooting Toronto police Const. Marc Pinizzotto remains in hospital as he faces a first-degree murder charge.

Arrest made in 2008 Toronto sexual assault cold case

Police allege that on March 12, 2008, a man entered a retail establishment in the area of The Queensway and Islington Avenue, sexually assaulted a lone employee and fled the scene.

2 German men arrested at Toronto FIFA match for allegedly throwing things at police

Two men from Germany were arrested and charged with assaulting a peace officer during the first FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Toronto on Friday.

Woman who killed stranger in downtown Toronto store granted absolute discharge

A woman found not criminally responsible for stabbing a stranger to death in a downtown Toronto drugstore a decade ago has been granted an absolute discharge after an Ontario board concluded she no longer poses a significant threat to public safety.

Toronto police charge teen in connection with U.S. consulate shooting

Sheldon Tracy-Stewart was arrested and charged on Thursday with 11 counts, including discharging a firearm, illegal firearm possession and vehicle theft.

Canada vows to restrict social media for kids under 16. Teens say they'll 'always find a way'

Canadian teens and parents — the two groups directly impacted by the Safe Social Media Act (Bill C-34) introduced Wednesday by the federal government — share their thoughts on social media and the proposed legislation, which would ban accounts for users under 16.

Amid excitement, FIFA World Cup sets off worries over disruptions and safety in host cities

Concerns from traffic to littering and over-policing have Canadians in host cities worried about the FIFA World Cup and its effects on local communities.

Are you a musician in Durham Region? Time is ticking to apply for the local music awards

Artists in Durham Region have until Monday to submit their work to a local awards show that seeks to recognize and promote musical talent.

5 children killed in a crash near Kitchener-Waterloo: OPP

Five children between the ages of four and 12 were killed in a two-vehicle collision in rural Ontario, according to OPP. Several others, including one infant, were injured.

Updated 17 mins ago Ontario collision leaves 5 children dead: OPP

Five children from the same family were killed and six other people including an infant, are seriously injured in a devastating two-vehicle collision in Wellington County, OPP say.

FIFA World Cup 2026 bringing special energy to Toronto, local business owners say

Canada's national men's soccer team recorded their first-ever point at the FIFA World Cup against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday. The team now looks forward to a matchup with Qatar on Thursday, in Vancouver. Local business owners in Toronto say every match is drawing large crowds and a special energy to the city. CBC's Michelle Song reports.

World Cup economic impact takes shape as fans flood Toronto streets

Packed patios and fan zones are bringing energy to Toronto, but hotel operators say June occupancy is tracking below last year's levels despite the World Cup.

Vancouver gets its turn in World Cup spotlight as Australia takes on Turkey

Thousands of Turkish and Australian fans are expected at BC Place as Vancouver hosts its first-ever FIFA World Cup match tonight.

Just how many days do provincial politicians spend legislating? We did the math

Some politicians say the number of days spent in the legislature doesn't matter too much, because the most important work is done in their constituency offices. Others say less time in legislatures allows provincial and territorial governments to avoid accountability and pass flawed legislation.

FIFA Fan Festival delays opening on Sunday due to thunderstorm risk, poor weather

Toronto's FIFA Fan Festival will have a delayed open on Sunday due to a risk of thunderstorms.

Homelessness in Durham Region has spiked 77% in 8 months. Now a key support hub is closing

A centre providing crucial support for those experiencing homelessness in Durham Region is set to close this month, even as the region's homeless population has reached its highest levels on record.

1 dead after being struck by vehicle, large fight in North York: police

One person is dead after being struck by a driver in a vehicle following a large fight in North York Sunday morning, police are investigating as a homicide

A more conciliatory Ford says 'I love the U.S.' as trade talks loom

Doug Ford appears to be throttling back on aggressive anti-Trump rhetoric with key trade talks looming with the U.S., stepping up a charm offensive aimed at politicians and lobby groups in the mercurial president’s orbit.

6 people, including infant, remain in hospital after Ontario collision: OPP

Ontario Provincial Police say the four girls and one boy who were killed were aged 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12. The driver of the SUV, who was the sole occupant, was critically injured.

Toronto police salute fallen officer at procession: ‘We have it from here’

Pinizzotto was shot at an apartment building on Martha Eaton Way on Thursday while investigating multiple shootings, including one at the U.S. Consulate in March.

1 person dead after being hit by vehicle during fight in Toronto: police

Toronto Police Services' homicide unit is investigating an incident in a quiet neighbourhood early Sunday in which a fight broke out and one person was hit by a car.

Suspects wanted in Brampton home invasion that left 2 injured

Peel Region Police said at least two armed suspects entered a home in Brampton early Sunday while residents slept inside.