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Ford government admits it won't hit 1.5M homes target by 2031
Internal documents show Ontario will fall short of its housing promise, with housing starts actually declining since the 2025 election pledge.
Police warn Pride partygoers to guard against pickpockets
As millions celebrate Pride weekend starting Sunday, Toronto police remind attendees to watch belongings closely, citing hundreds of...
Heat dome to peak Canada Day with 40 C humidex
A significant heat event builds across southern Ontario next week, with humidex values potentially reaching the low 40s by July 1.
Man Dead in Industrial Accident at North York Shopping Centre
Police evacuated and shut down RioCan Empress Walk Plaza Thursday evening after an incident involving an escalator.
Labrador Retriever Helps Toronto Fight Invasive Species
Meet Tilly, a specially trained dog using her powerful sense of smell to detect invasive threats to local ecosystems.
Stabbing Sends Man to Hospital in West-End Junction Area
A man was seriously injured in a stabbing Thursday night at Dundas Street West and Runnymede Road. No arrests have been made.
Toronto Homeowners Can Claim Up to $6,650 in Flood Protection Rebates
A new city program helps offset the cost of flood-proofing upgrades as severe weather events drive up insurance claims across Canada.
Heated Rivalry Heads to Toronto Stage for Limited Three-Night Run
Soulpepper Theatre brings the viral queer hockey love story from Crave to the Distillery District as a special stage reading July 10–12.
Ontario's Regional Chairs Plan Sparks Democracy Debate
Doug Ford's plan to appoint regional leaders instead of having them elected has drawn rare public backlash from the province's municipalities.
Taste of Lawrence returns as Scarborough's largest street fest
The 22-year-old festival opens July 3 with 180+ vendors, live music, and a soccer hub celebrating the World Cup.
Niagara man arrested in East York assault
Jonathan Laranjeira, 37, was charged after police responded to an assault complaint in the Dawes Road and Victoria Park Avenue area on June 17.
Urbanova Music Festival launches Labour Day weekend in Markham
The new all-ages event debuts Sept. 5–6 at Markham Fairgrounds with Swae Lee, DaBaby, and Shenseea headlining. Capacity: 15,000.
