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'I don't blame them,' says instructor after Quebec requires new Ontario truckers to take exam

Following several collisions involving heavy vehicles, Quebec has announced new measures aimed at addressing the issue of inexperienced drivers from Ontario. The auditor general of Ontario and members of the trucking industry say training in the province has not always been adequately delivered.

It's always sunny in Newmarket, Ont., with local chief positivity officer ensuring optimism is a town priority

From positivity ambassador to chief positivity officer, Jamie Boyle's role in the Town of Newmarket blossomed over the years as he maintained connections with public services and community groups.

How an old Toronto apartment building is getting a second life — without moving tenants out

Imagine a giant winter coat on a 59-year-old apartment building — that’s how the team behind a massive retrofit at 444 Logan Avenue describes the project. The goal is to keep the heat in, lower energy bills and cut carbon emissions.

What's at stake in the NBA's investigation of Kawhi Leonard's Clippers contract

Toronto Raptors fans had to temper their excitement Thursday after a proposed trade to bring back superstar Kawhi Leonard was put on hold due to the NBA's ongoing investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers broke the league's salary cap rules. Leonard could potentially be forced to sit out the upcoming NBA season.

Family of Mississauga woman killed in hit-and-run crash speaks out

Chanelle Allcock, 38, is described as hardworking, easy-going and thoughtful. She was an Amazon warehouse specialist, a sports fan and an athlete herself.

Raptors sign free-agent centre Nate Bittle

The Toronto Raptors have signed free-agent centre Nate Bittle, the NBA club announced Friday.

Driver clocked at nearly 200 km/h on Ontario highway: OPP

An Ontario driver was stopped after travelling 197 km/h in a 100km/h zone, according to the OPP. They now face a licence suspension and vehicle impoundment.

2 pedestrians dead after being hit by driver in Scarborough: paramedics

A man and woman in their 60s are dead after being struck by a driver in a vehicle in Scarborough Friday afternoon, Toronto paramedics say.

AI articles are sharing 'inaccurate' information about flight operations, Pearson Airport warns

An airport spokesperson said "bot authors" are putting out "upward of 100 articles a day with false figures, no attempted verification and misleading context that implies system-wide cascades."

Man arrested for arson following a fire at North York seniors' housing building

A man has been arrested following an arson investigation by Toronto police after a fire Thursday at a building housing seniors.

'Tug of war' on rising, falling gas prices expected in Ontario amidst renewed tension in Middle East

Ontarians can expect to see a "tug of war" in gas prices as decreasing supply and rising political tension in the Middle East impact costs at the pump, said an expert.

Ontario’s hot summer could make drug overdoses worse, expert says

The number of opioid overdoses is rising across southern Ontario and some experts say the extreme heat could be partially to blame.

Toronto airport gold heist suspect sees charges dropped

Charges against one of nine people accused in the 2023 gold heist at Toronto Pearson International Airport have been withdrawn, according to court documents.

What’s happening to deer at Marineland? Questions swirl as CFIA probes animal removal

Marineland deer have been the focus of a Canadian Food Inspection Agency investigation amid allegations that an animal broker has been improperly removing them from the park.

Ridership for World Cup matches shoots past World Series figures, Metrolinx says

Over the six FIFA match days in the city, an average of 30,000 passengers used either the GO train or UP Express, according to the provincial transit agency. 

U.K. man sentenced to 3.5 years for death of Owen Sound, Ont., restaurant owner

A British man who admitted to fatally assaulting an Ontario restaurant owner during a dispute over an unpaid bill has been sentenced to 3½ years in prison.

Police seize nearly $6K in baby formula, hygiene products after fraud arrest

A Vaughan man is facing fraud charges after police say he tried to buy baby formula and hygiene products using fraudulent payment methods in Whitby.

Ontario bus driver found not guilty in fatal, ‘horrific’ and ‘bewildering’ crash

The collision happened on June 8, 2023, in the area of Derry and Rexwood roads, killing a 50-year-old woman inside a car stopped at a red light.

Pride flag on Toronto school fence destroyed by fire, but community undeterred, parent says

A Pride flag made of strips of fabric and tied to a Toronto elementary school fence was burned in what may have been an act of vandalism last weekend, but a parent who helped to organize the project says the community has begun to replace it with messages of support.

Possible measles exposure on at Pearson airport and on 2 flights this week: public health agency

Peel Public Health is warning the public of potential measles exposure at Toronto's Pearson airport and on two flights on July 7.

Why Ontario teachers are at odds over how to handle AI in the classroom

As Toronto students return to school, teachers are debating what role artificial intelligence should play in the classroom. CBC’s Ian Curran explores why educators are divided on how to approach AI this fall.

Expanding Billy Bishop runway could degrade Toronto harbour water quality, city report says

A new city report says the province's plan to expand the runway at Billy Bishop airport to accommodate jets could reduce water flow in Toronto's Inner Harbour, limiting its ability to flush sewage and pollutants. Recreational activities, biodiversity and even drinking water could be affected, the report says.

Ontario loses 16.7K jobs in June, wiping some previous gains

New figures released by Statistics Canada revealed Ontario lost 16,700 jobs in the past month, keeping its unemployment rate steady and above the national average.

Second suspect wanted after fatal tent fire in Ontario city

Greater Sudbury police are searching for a second man wanted on a first-degree murder charge in connection with a fatal tent fire in June.

Legal expert weighs in on Kawhi trade being paused

A Toronto-based legal expert says he was surprised by the latest twist in the Toronto Raptors-Los Angeles Clippers trade saga.

City says it kept surprise Ottawa fireworks secret over ‘public safety risks’

The City of Ottawa says it didn't publicize a late-night fireworks display originally scheduled for Canada Day because officials feared it would create a public safety risk.

Should bylaw officers have more powers to deal with bad landlords? A Toronto councillor thinks so

Toronto's bylaw officers should have more powers to hold bad landlords accountable, by identifying illegal activity, gathering evidence and supporting criminal investigations, a city councillor says.

Parking rules next to Toronto park didn't consider accessible permit holders: park volunteer

A slight change to parking rules on a small stub of street adjacent to Dufferin Grove Park has led to a large controversy over accessible parking permit holders.

No-hitters aren't easy to pull off, even for pitchers like the Jays' Dylan Cease who've thrown them before

Blue Jays ace Dylan Cease came within three outs of a no-hitter this week, but fell just short of the feat that only one pitcher has ever accomplished for Toronto.

1 dead, 2 others in hospital after late-night shooting in North York

One person is dead after a shooting in North York late Friday night, Toronto police say.

WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 watches Wings beat Tempo in Montreal

Paige Bueckers scored 34 points and the Dallas Wings beat the expansion Toronto Tempo 108-95 on Friday night in front of a WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 at Bell Centre in Montreal.

New gene technology could help Canadian canola cope with extreme weather

Canadian researchers are developing hardier canola plants to better withstand heat and drought as a new agri-tech program helps bring climate-ready innovations to market.

Toronto hockey camp celebrates BIPOC women on the ice

A free, three-day hockey program for girls of colour is back in Toronto to strengthen players' connection to the sport in an inclusive and community-centred environment.

Heat wave fuels record-tying 10 tornadoes in Saskatchewan

Ten tornadoes tied Saskatchewan's one-day record Friday as extreme heat fuelled severe storms, with Environment Canada warning more tornadoes are possible.

Dolegala, Ticats set to take on Roughriders

Jake Dolegala isn't shying away from stepping into the starting quarterback role for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Pedestrian dead after being hit by vehicle in Ajax: Durham police

A person has died after they were stuck by a vehicle in Ajax Saturday afternoon, according to Durham Regional Police Service.

Cancellations, delays on GO service due to 'crew restraints' Saturday, says Metrolinx

Metrolinx says customers should expect GO train delays and cancellations due to “crew restraint” across the rail line this afternoon.

Toronto police seek 3 suspects after fatal North York shooting

A 22-year-old man is dead and two others are injured after a targeted shooting in North York. Police say three masked suspects fled in a stolen car.

2 people dead, multiple injured after shooting at Toronto street festival

Toronto police say 2 men dead, multiple injured at Salsa on St. Clair festival

Toronto police say they've secured the scene where an exchange of gunfire at the Salsa on St. Clair festival left two men dead and multiple injured.

2 dead, 4 injured after ‘exchange of gunfire’ in the middle of Toronto street festival

Police had initially warned of an active shooter on St. Clair Avenue West, but later decided the shooting was two people firing at each other in the crowd.

‘Hate has no place in Clarington’: Residents rally to support Muslim neighbours targeted by threats, rumours

A community town hall held by residents in Clarington, Ont. this week that aimed to push back against what organizers say is growing wave of misinformation and hostility targeting Muslim and immigrant residents, that has left them feeling isolated.

Blue Jays select left-handed pitcher Cole Carlon in 1st round with 39th pick in MLB draft

The Toronto Blue Jays drafted left-hander Cole Carlon out of Arizona State University with the 39th pick of the first round in the MLB draft on Saturday.

Ford and Unifor strike tentative deal for three-year labour contract

The tentative agreement covers roughly 5,000 workers at five plants in southern Ontario and one in Alberta.

Man, 68, dead after being struck by vehicle in Pickering parking lot: Durham police

Durham police say a 68-year-old man is dead after being struck by a vehicle in a Pickering parking lot Saturday.

64-year-old woman dead after being struck by dump truck in Ajax: police

Durham police say a 64-year-old woman is dead after being struck by a dump truck in Ajax on Saturday.

More heat and air quality warnings issued across Canada as baking temperatures continue

Heat warnings and air quality alerts from Environment Canada stretched on Sunday from Regina through Winnipeg, across northern and southern Ontario, and into Quebec.

Salsa on St. Clair festival cancelled in aftermath of deadly shootings

Toronto police say the fatal shooting Saturday night at the Salsa on St. Clair festival appears to have been from two men in the crowd firing at each other, not a random shooter.

Bonnie Crombie prepares bid to re-take Mississauga mayoralty

In a message sent to some supporters, former mayor Bonnie Crombie said she would officially register to enter the race at Mississauga's civic centre on Tuesday morning.

Toronto man flees shootout in stolen rideshare with customer still inside: police

Toronto police responded to the area of Polson Street and Cherry Street around 3:30 a.m. Sunday after gunshots were heard. The suspect attempted to flee in a rideshare vehicle.