Heat Waves & Historic Games — Toronto's Week in Review

What's behind all the wild weather in Canada this summer?

Many climate monitors have been predicting an extra-strong El Niño this year that's expected to peak in the winter. But the summer season has already brought weather-related chaos and even devastation for many Canadians. Here's a look at what's going on.

Adams leads Stampeders to 58-36 win over Argonauts

Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. lived up to his "Big Play V.A." nickname Thursday.

Greater Toronto home sales increased in June, prices expected to rise in months ahead: real estate board

The Greater Toronto Area continued to see higher home sales last month compared with a year ago even as new listings slowed.

Toronto hosted 6 World Cup matches. Here's some of the best moments

From Canada's first-ever World Cup point to the thrill of watching a goldfish predict the winners, Toronto's World Cup experience had plenty of entertainment.

Muslim family living a 'nightmare' after false accusations of slaughterhouse on Ontario hobby farm

A Muslim family in Clarington, Ont., says it is living a "nightmare" after false allegations of an illegal slaughterhouse on its property transformed from online rumors into real-world harassment, threats and a planned protest.

What happens when a World Cup match gets dangerously hot?

Today's extreme heat for the World Cup match between Portugal and Croatia is expected exceed world soccer union guidelines based on the "wet bulb" temperature. That's already happened for a number of matches, prompting concerns about the health risk to players. Here's what it all means.

Boy, 7, found dead at Binbrook Conservation Area after going missing on Canada Day, police say

Hamilton police say a seven-year-old boy was found dead after a day-long search at the Binbrook Conservation Area. Before he was found, he had last been seen on the beach near a floating inflatable playground.

Simply Delicious Recipe: Spring Strawberries with Burrata and Endive

Follow along with Susan Hay and Chef Mark McEwan, as he pairs strawberries with Burrata cheese and Endive.

StubHub sold ‘ghost tickets’ for World Cup months before real ones were issued, CBC finds

StubHub claims it doesn’t allow the listing of “speculative” tickets on its platform. But CBC News found “ghost tickets” were available for the FIFA World Cup months before they were issued — and was able to list non-existent tickets for the 2028 Olympics.

Surviving brother, biological mom speak at sentencing for Ontario couple convicted of murdering boy

Sentencing hearing today for women who killed foster son and abused his sibling

A sentencing hearing is underway for two Burlington, Ont., women who abused two Indigenous brothers in their care, killing the oldest.

Ottawa police rescue woman held hostage for more than 14 hours

A more than 14-hour hostage-taking incident in Ottawa ended Thursday night after tactical officers rescued a woman and arrested a suspect.

GTA home sales continue to rise in June with board predicting price growth possible

The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board expects both accelerating transactions and more competition between buyers in the second half, which could push prices higher.

Heat warning for Toronto extended through Saturday: Environment Canada

It's staying hot out there into the first part of the weekend, with Environment Canada now forecasting maximum temperatures of 31 to 33 C continuing into Saturday. There is also a risk of severe thunderstorms, strong gusts and hail the size of ping pong balls Friday afternoon and evening.

Summerlicious international culinary festival kicks off in the wake of the World Cup

Toronto's discounted, three-course lunch and dinner program is back from July 3-18, offering a taste of the world in the city at more than 230 restaurants.

Toronto's 2 school boards project multi-million deficits for next year

Both the Toronto and Catholic District School Boards have released their budgets for the upcoming school year. As CBC's Mercedes Gaztambide explains, both are revealing budget deficits into the millions, despite major cuts to staffing and other expenses.

Environmentalists have mixed reactions to Quebec-Ottawa caribou funding deal

Environmentalists are divided on whether a new funding deal reached between Quebec and the federal government will help save the province's dwindling caribou herds.

Nearly $1M in jewelry recovered in Ontario retail theft investigation

Peel police say they recovered nearly $1 million in stolen property after a lengthy investigation into retail thefts at Square One Shopping Centre in Mississauga.

Outlaw biker who killed 8 Bandidos members in Ontario dies in prison

Marcel Aravena was convicted of seven counts of first-degree murder and one count of manslaughter as part of the April 2006 slayings.

Portugal manager says it’s a ‘shame’ Toronto isn’t hosting more World Cup matches

Speaking after his side beat Croatia in a thrilling round-of-32 knock-out match at Toronto Stadium, Roberto Martinez heaped praise on the Canadian host city.

Canada is the underdog vs. Morocco. Balancing the duality of that psychology will determine their fate

On paper there is no comparison between No. 6-ranked Morocco and No. 30 Canada. So what do the players of Canada's World Cup team tell themselves in the minutes before they play the biggest game of their lives?

Inmate and jail guard investigated, but not charged in Project South alleged murder plot

An inmate and a corrections officer at Toronto South Detention Centre were investigated for potential involvement in the alleged conspiracy to kill a senior corrections officer at the jail, which sparked Project South, according to an Information to Obtain (ITO) application for more than 50 warrants in the police investigation.

Nearly $1M in stolen property recovered after break-in at Mississauga mall store, 1 charged

A 41-year-old Mississauga man has been arrested and charged after police recovered nearly $1 million in stolen property following a break-in at a high end store in a Mississauga mall.

2 boys hurt, 1 critically, after e-scooter crash near Etobicoke mall: Toronto police

One of the two 12-year-old boys is in life-threatening condition after they lost control of an e-scooter near Cloverdale Mall Friday afternoon, police say.

Take a tour of the new temporary Ontario Science Centre

The Ontario Science Centre's new temporary home at Harbourfront Centre is now open. CBC's Alejandrina Alvarez takes you on a tour of the space.

Maple Leafs sign No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna to 3-year, entry-level deal

The Toronto Maple Leafs signed forward Gavin McKenna to a three-year, entry-level contract, the club announced Friday.

Court docs offer fresh details from Toronto police corruption investigation

New details unsealed by an Ontario judge lay out how York Region officers were able to eavesdrop on suspects, eventually leading to the arrests of police officers.

Iran may have ‘directed’ recent attacks in Canada, intelligence report says

Canada's threat assessment agency says Iran's intelligence service may be behind acts of violence.

Ontario man charged after jet ski allegedly strikes Toronto lifeguard patrol vessel

An Ontario man has been charged after a jet ski allegedly collided with a Toronto lifeguard's patrol vessel, throwing the lifeguard into the water.

Toronto FIFA World Cup volunteer receives special recognition

Alessia Commisso has a rare mitochondrial disease known as Leigh syndrome. Over the years, she has lost her ability to walk and see, but she has never let that hold her back.

Tornado warning ends for Chatham-Kent – Rondeau Park

At 7:28 p.m. Friday, meteorologists said they were tracking an area of severe thunderstorms that was possibly producing a tornado.

Is Toronto 'behind' on children's spaces? Canada's largest city has surprisingly few dedicated spaces for kids

Montreal has the Science Centre, Vancouver has Science World, Winnipeg has the Science Gallery at the Manitoba Museum and Sudbury has Science North. Toronto, however, has very few educational spaces dedicated to young people since the closure of the original Ontario Science Centre.

Birds, fish, frogs could have less grub to feast on with fewer insects in Ontario, experts say

Have you noticed fewer bugs around the last few years? Experts say there's growing evidence that Ontario's insect population is shrinking. CBC’s Talia Ricci visited a GTA nature reserve to learn more.

Brantford Bulldogs hire ex-Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke as adviser, promote Gary Roberts to VP

The Ontario Hockey League's Brantford Bulldogs have hired 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee, Brian Burke, as a senior hockey operations adviser and promoted former NHL star Gary Roberts, who is now vice-president of hockey operations, the team announced on Friday.

Attempted hit on Toronto jail guard tied to web of local crimes, documents allege

New documents chronicling evidence gathered by investigators in the massive police corruption probe lay out alleged relationships between key players in criminal investigations.

Canadian men's historic World Cup run ends, but achievements can't be overshadowed by loss to Morocco

Azzedine Ounahi broke a 0-0 deadlock — and the hearts of Canada's World Cup team and its millions of fans — to lead Morocco to a 3-0 victory and end a historic tournament for Canada's men.

McManis to make much-anticipated debut with Ticats

Wynton McManis will finally make his Hamilton Tiger-Cats debut.

Fans in Toronto love the Portuguese national team and the squad is returning the adoration

Portugal fans are overjoyed about the squad’s four day-stay in Toronto and it seems the team, too, loves the city.

Sneaky Dee's patrons 'elated' for venue's future after redevelopment plans withdrawn

Redevelopment plans for a downtown Toronto property that houses a beloved bar and live music venue have been withdrawn, much to the joy of community members.

Man, 22, dead after he entered a body of water and did not resurface: Peterborough police

Peterborough police say a 22-year-old man from Markdale, Ont., is dead after he entered a body of water and did not resurface.

Toronto wraps up official FIFA hosting duties with little economic gain, data shows

Data collected between June 12 and 26 — the first two weeks of the World Cup in Toronto —showed that debit and credit card spending at restaurants and bars in the city rose by just three per cent compared with the same time last year.

Maple Leafs sign defenceman Emil Andrae to two-year contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs signed defenceman Emil Andrae to a two-year contract worth a reported $3.1 million US on Saturday.

Canada honours U.S. Independence Day with joint fighter jet fly past

Canada is marking the United States’ 250th birthday with a joint military fly-past, a Niagara Falls light display, 250 maple trees and a message from Mark Carney.

Metrolinx issued a parking ticket for a car stolen from the Oshawa GO station. Its owner is still fighting it

When Nancy Griffin parked her vehicle at the Oshawa GO station on March 25, she expected a routine trip to and from Toronto. Instead, she says she found herself at the centre of a months-long ordeal involving a stolen vehicle, confusing bureaucracy, and a parking ticket for a car she no longer possessed.

Woman dies after hit-and-run in Mississauga: Peel police

A woman in her 30s is dead after being struck by a driver in a vehicle in Mississauga early Sunday morning, said Peel police.

Canada's historic run at World Cup fuels players' hunger for future tournaments

It was a historic tournament for the Canadians, who earned their first point and first win in a men's World Cup, and made it into the knockout round for the first time. Once there, they topped South Africa 1-0 to earn a spot in the Round of 16.

Potential measles exposure at 3 healthcare centres at the end of June: Toronto Public Health

Toronto Public Health is advising the public of potential measles exposure at three healthcare centres in the city at the end of June.

Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Scarborough hospital, clinic

Health officials in Toronto are warning the public they may have been exposed to measles if they visited a Scarborough hospital or walk-in clinic last week.