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Hat Tricks, Elections & Celebrations — Your Toronto Monday

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🏀 Sports Highlights

  1. It’s Bourque-a-palooza in Toronto! Mavrik Bourque netted his first NHL hat trick to lead the Dallas Stars to a wild 6-5 win over the Maple Leafs, completing a dramatic comeback from 3-0 and 5-3 down. The Leafs may need to rethink their strategy, as this defeat has some serious playoff implications!

  2. Ingram shines bright for the Raptors! Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram has been named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week, averaging 25.5 points as the team turned in a stellar 3-1 record. With his consistent performance, fans are hoping for more magic in the playoffs.

  3. Jurassic Park is back in business! Raptors fans can rejoice as Scotiabank Arena’s tailgate area reopens this Saturday for the playoff run. Dubbed Jurassic Park, it’s the perfect place to catch the atmosphere of games with fellow fans!

  4. Quickley’s recovery status is on a rollercoaster! Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley is day-to-day with a mild hamstring strain, but let’s hope he can bounce back soon as the team gears up for the playoffs.

⚖️ Politics & Law

  1. Sarnia's shooting has police on high alert. Multiple arrests have been made in connection with a tragic triple shooting at Lambton College. Police are still on the hunt for the main suspect, a stark reminder of safety concerns in communities.

  2. Byelection bombshells could reshape Canada! Canadians flocked to the polls today for key federal byelections, with Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals on the verge of gaining a majority. The vote might be a game changer in the House of Commons!

  3. Ontario's correctional facilities are bursting at the seams! New data reveals the province's jails are operating at a staggering 130% capacity. This raises serious questions about overcrowding and inmate safety in Ontario’s correctional system.

🌍 World News

  1. A tragic loss for the Canadian community. As Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand announced the death of a Canadian in Lebanon amidst the ongoing conflict, the impact of international crises is felt even at home.

🏥 Health & Society

  1. Cancer remains Canada’s biggest health challenge. A new study shows cancer rates are rising, reminding us all to stay vigilant about our health and support cancer research and awareness initiatives.

🎉 Celebrations & Announcements

  1. Cheers to the Raptors! Toronto Raptors have officially clinched a playoff spot for the first time in four years! The excitement is palpable, and fans are eager to watch their favourite players bring home a win!

  2. Honouring our heroes. Toronto marked the anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, paying homage to the soldiers who fought bravely. It’s moments like these that remind us of the importance of remembrance in our community.

  3. A late-night shooting puts a shadow over the city. In a distressing incident in Toronto, a young man was left with life-threatening injuries after a shooting early this morning, highlighting the ongoing concerns surrounding urban violence.

As we sip our coffee today, let’s reflect on our vibrant community and the changes happening around us!

Source Articles (26)

Toronto teen, parent, counsellor uncertain possible social media ban will be successful

Liberal grassroots members gathered in Montreal, Que., this weekend for the party’s national convention to discuss a variety of policy pitches, including age restrictions on using social media and AI chatbots. Toronto teens, parents and counsellors say the regulation would be difficult to implement.

General Apr 13, 2026

What could a majority federal government mean for Toronto?

The federal Liberals could secure a majority government on Monday, as three byelections are being held. Two of the ridings where voters will be heading to the polls are in Toronto. CBC's Lane Harrison breaks down what greater stability in the House of Commons could mean for Toronto City Hall.

General Apr 13, 2026

Fleming, St. Lawrence College union workers 'blindsided' by decision to merge

The unions representing faculty and support staff at Fleming College and St. Lawrence College say the decision to merge the two colleges blindsided workers and is the result of the province's failure to properly invest in post-secondary education.

General Apr 13, 2026

Toronto honours soldiers lost during Vimy Ridge Battle

The City of Toronto held a commemoration ceremony for the Battle of Vimy Ridge on Sunday at the Old City Hall Cenotaph. A group of people, including Mayor Olivia Chow, gathered to recognize the casualties of members of the Canadian Corps during the First World War. While it remains Canada’s most notable military victory, more than 3,500 Canadians lost their lives. Of those, 114 were from Toronto alone, contributing to the highest death toll for the city in the First World War. CBC Toronto has more.

General Apr 13, 2026

Toronto Raptors clinch playoffs spot for first time in 4 years

Scottie Barnes had a triple-double as the Toronto Raptors routed the Brooklyn Nets 136-101 on Sunday to clinch a playoff spot in the NBA's Eastern Conference.

General Apr 13, 2026

Increased pressure on Ford government to address rising cost of living weeks after budget

As the cost of living rises in the province, Ontario’s government finds itself under increasing pressure to address affordability just weeks after it delivered its latest budget. Opposition parties and anti-poverty advocates are questioning the wisdom of holding off on immediate measures to provide cost of living relief.

General Apr 13, 2026

Voters in 2 Toronto ridings heading to polls as 3 federal byelections give Liberals shot at majority

Voters in two Ontario ridings and one in Quebec will head to the polls on Monday for a slate of crucial federal byelections that could deliver the Liberals a majority government — cementing their hold on power for the next few years.

General Apr 13, 2026

Cancer remains top cause of death in Canada as new study shows multiple types rising

A new paper published today in the Canadian Medical Association Journal offers fresh modelling that shows cancer cases and deaths will remain at high levels in the year ahead — including "concerning trends" showing a projected rise in multiple types of cancer.

General Apr 13, 2026
Ontario correctional facilities operating at 130% capacity as overcrowding worsens

Ontario correctional facilities operating at 130% capacity as overcrowding worsens

New documents obtained by Global News using freedom of information laws show Ontario's correctional facilities are overflowing, with no sign the situation will improve.

Politics Apr 13, 2026
Canada byelection results: Scarborough Southwest

Canada byelection results: Scarborough Southwest

Voters in the federal riding of Scarborough Southwest will choose their first new member of Parliament in more than a decade in Monday’s byelection.

Politics Apr 13, 2026
Canada byelection results: University—Rosedale

Canada byelection results: University—Rosedale

Voters in the federal riding of University—Rosedale will get the chance to pick a fresh face as their member of Parliament in Monday’s byelection.

Politics Apr 13, 2026

Ontario education minister announcing school system changes Monday

Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra is set to make an announcement about changes to the province's school systems Monday.

General Apr 13, 2026
Lambton College shooting: Multiple arrests made, search for main suspect ongoing

Lambton College shooting: Multiple arrests made, search for main suspect ongoing

Sarnia police say they’ve made multiple arrests in a fatal triple shooting at Lambton College last week, but the search for the main suspect remains ongoing.

Crime Apr 13, 2026
Toronto police flagged down on side of road after early morning shooting

Toronto police flagged down on side of road after early morning shooting

Police said officers in the Bleecker and Wellesley streets area were flagged down around 2:45 a.m. to tend to an injured young man, whom they located nearby.

Crime Apr 13, 2026
Key byelections underway with Carney on the verge of majority

Key byelections underway with Carney on the verge of majority

An Ipsos poll conducted exclusively for Global News found that 53 per cent of Canadians want the Liberals to form a majority, while 47 per cent are opposed to the idea.

Politics Apr 13, 2026
Treliving, Spezza to lead Canada at worlds

Treliving, Spezza to lead Canada at worlds

Former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving and Pittsburgh Penguins assistant GM Jason Spezza will lead Canada's management team at the 2026 world hockey championship, Hockey Canada announced Monday.

Sports Apr 13, 2026

Raptors playoff basketball is back, and so is 'Jurassic Park.' Here's how to get tickets

The Raptors are back in the NBA playoffs for the first time in four years, and fans will once again be cheering them on from the square outside Scotiabank Arena. The first tailgate watch party will be held Saturday, when Toronto visits Cleveland for Game 1 of the first round at 1 p.m. ET.

General Apr 13, 2026
Quickley day-to-day with hamstring strain

Quickley day-to-day with hamstring strain

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley is out day-to-day with a mild right hamstring strain, the NBA club announced Monday. 

Sports Apr 13, 2026
Ford government backs away from abolishing trustees in education overhaul

Ford government backs away from abolishing trustees in education overhaul

The Putting Student Achievement First Act, tabled by Education Minister Paul Calandra on Monday, leaves elected trustees in place at the public, Catholic and French boards.

Education Apr 13, 2026
Canada’s labour ministers agree to ‘harmonize’ some workplace safety standards

Canada’s labour ministers agree to ‘harmonize’ some workplace safety standards

The decision comes after a meeting of federal, provincial and territorial labour ministers where Ontario proposed changes to make it less costly to retrain out-of-province workers.

Canada Apr 13, 2026
Ingram named Eastern Conference player of the week

Ingram named Eastern Conference player of the week

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram has been named the NBA's Eastern Conference Player of the Week.

Sports Apr 13, 2026
Five Thingsto Know: Raptors vs. Cavaliers

Five Thingsto Know: Raptors vs. Cavaliers

The Toronto Raptors will return to the NBA playoffs when they open their best-of-seven first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday. It's the first time Toronto has been in the playoffs since the 2021-22 season when they lost to the Philadelphia 76ers in six games.

Sports Apr 13, 2026
Jamal Shead model of consistency for Raptors

Jamal Shead model of consistency for Raptors

Entering his sophomore NBA season, Jamal Shead knew there was one statistical category he wanted to lead the league in: games played.

Sports Apr 13, 2026
Jurassic Park reopens for Raptors’ playoff run

Jurassic Park reopens for Raptors’ playoff run

Toronto Raptors fans will soon be able to return to Jurassic Park.

Sports Apr 13, 2026
Bourque powers Stars over Maple Leafs 6-5

Bourque powers Stars over Maple Leafs 6-5

Mavrik Bourque registered his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars came back from 3-0 and 5-3 deficits to top the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5 on Monday.

Sports Apr 13, 2026
Canadian killed in Lebanon, Anand says while calling for ceasefire

Canadian killed in Lebanon, Anand says while calling for ceasefire

Community organizers say Haider is survived by his wife and five children, including a one-year-old.

World Apr 13, 2026