Tragic Ontario Crash, Child-Care Investment Boost & Leafs' Raddysh Deal — Toronto Friday

Over 1 million university grads needed to fill labour market needs, Ontario universities report projects

More than one million university graduates will be needed to fill labour market needs over the next decade, with the highest demand coming from science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, a report from the Council of Ontario Universities projects.

Zellers stages a comeback in Toronto with new store in North York

Discount retailer Zellers officially opened a new store in Toronto on Thursday, marking the return of a nostalgic brand to Ontario.

Man in his 90s dies in hospital after car hits tree, police say

A man in his 90s has died in hospital after a car hit a tree on Thursday evening, Toronto police say.

Elderly couple dead after assault at Mississauga home, police identify son as suspect

An elderly man and woman in their 70s have died after an assault at their home in Mississauga Thursday night, said police.

Frank Stronach could learn fate in sexual assault trial on Friday

An Ontario judge could render her decision Friday on whether Frank Stronach is guilty of any of the sexual assault charges against him, four months after the Canadian businessman went on trial in a Toronto courtroom.

Why is it so hard to find Indigenous cuisine in Toronto?

Toronto is home to so many different cultures and cuisines, Indigenous dishes are still hard to find. For many chefs, the reason is high costs.

Celebrations. Lineups. Ticket struggles. Is the FIFA Fan Festival worth it?

For some, the fan fest is nothing but joy. It's a special celebration that Toronto has the opportunity to host, bringing together global food, fandom and music. But other fans say the event has its issues.

Polling firm sends Doug Ford legal letter demanding retraction over ‘fake’ poll comment

On Thursday, Global News learned the firm sent Ford's office a letter demanding a retraction after Ford claimed a poll was "fake."

Ontario judge to deliver decision in Frank Stronach sexual assault trial

The charges against the former head of Magna International relate to alleged incidents of sexual assault spanning the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s.

Canadian businessman Frank Stronach found guilty of sexual assault, indecent assault

Oshawa, Ont. man pleads guilty to stealing Texas Republican Party data

Lawyers for an Ontario man accused of stealing and leaking Texan Republican Party data in 2021 say he has pleaded guilty before a Canadian court.

Man charged after 3 pedestrians struck in Forest Hill Wednesday

A man is facing charges after a collision in Forest Hill left two pedestrians seriously injured, including a two year old.

Toronto police investigate suspicious death of man found unresponsive in laneway

Toronto police are investigating the suspicious death of a man after he was found in a laneway early Friday morning.

Maple Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Lightning in sign-and-trade deal

The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired defenceman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

City makes stretch of Church Street pedestrian-friendly for part of summer

A stretch of Church Street is now pedestrianized. As CBC's Michelle Song explains, the new car-free zone will run from Wellesley Street E. to Alexander Street from June 19 to Aug. 21.

Driver charged after North York crash leaves infant, man seriously injured

A Richmond Hill man has been charged following a North York collision that left a two-year-old child and another pedestrian with serious injuries, Toronto police say.

Man sought after his parents die in Mississauga, Ont. assault: police

A 46-year-old man is wanted after his parents died Thursday following an assault in a Mississauga, Ont., home, Peel Regional Police say.

Maple Leafs land Raddysh from Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired defenceman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

19-year-old accused of killing Toronto police officer appears in court from hospital bed

A 19-year-old charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a Toronto police officer last week made his first appearance in court Friday from his hospital bed.

Beer Store prepares to open new outlets after steadily shuttering locations

On June 22, a new location will open on Kingston Road in Scarborough, while another Beer Store will begin operations on Don Mills Road in North York on June 29.

Man charged, accused of travelling to Nashville to have sex with minor: FBI

A Canadian man is facing charges after the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation alleges he travelled from Ottawa to Nashville with the intent of having sex with a minor.

2 dead, 2 hurt after SUV, off-road vehicle collide in southwestern Ontario

Two people are dead and another two are in hospital following a collision between an off-road vehicle and an SUV in Norfolk County, southeast of London, Ont.

Feds add $5.4B to address ‘pressures’ facing $10-a-day child-care program

Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu said she has heard provinces and territories' calls for more federal money, as many struggle to reduce fees, add spaces and recruit staff.

Regina hailstorm sees $80M in damages and over 10K insurance claims

More than 10,000 claims have been filed after Regina's June hailstorm, the latest in a string of costly severe weather events across Western Canada.

Family prepares to bury 5 children killed in devastating Ontario crash

Five children killed in a crash in rural Ontario last week will be laid to rest Saturday, as family, friends and community members gather to mourn the siblings.

Mitchell leads Ticats to 41-27 home win over Lions

Bo Levi Mitchell tied his career high with five TD passes to lead the Hamilton Tiger-Cats past the B.C. Lions 41-27 on Friday night.