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The Canada Border Services Agency says dozens of people in the GTA could face deportation over possible connections to extortion networks. Investigation ongoing.
Build Canada, the non-profit backed by Shopify founder Tobi Lütke, is sending surveys to people living near the airport about Billy Bishop expansion plans. They're also asking about City Hall, housing, transportation, and priorities.
Lightning hit the Gardiner Thursday night during a massive thunderstorm that rolled through the city. People from Cityplace to Midtown were posting videos of heavy rain and wild sky.
Councillor Rachel Chernos Lin talked about road safety while driving at City Council — caught on camera. The hypocrisy did not go unnoticed on Reddit.
The transit agency spent half a billion on signalling upgrades that are now obsolete. CEO calls it the cost of expansion — locals are questioning the waste.
A judge rejected the City's proposed settlement with Carolyn Goodman and Havcare, tripling the fine instead. The precedent followed years of tenant advocacy at 500 Dawes Road.
The CN Tower opened June 25, 1976. Someone's grandpa gave them the original Toronto Star commemorative insert from that day. Half a century of the most recognizable skyline on earth.
Toronto's concert hall glowing against the dark sky. Someone posted photos from November 2025 and everyone's remembering why RTH is architectural goals.
Parkdale's rallying to protect a century-and-a-half-old maple tree from potential development. Local residents are showing up for one of the neighbourhood's oldest residents.
Someone shared photos from a few days ago that capture that wild Toronto moment where you're in the city but also somehow feel like you're out in rural Ontario. The duality is real.
The CN Tower hits its 50th anniversary Friday, June 26. Toronto Public Library dug through their archives and found a 1973 construction photo that looks straight out of a sci-fi storyboard.
LGBTQ+ Brazilian café owners are building community through Pride and homemade popsicles. The vibe is real — locals are showing up and sticking around.
Toronto council just greenlighted a deal slashing development charges by up to 60 per cent. Major shift for housing affordability — could open up more projects across the city.
Pride Month in Toronto feels noticeably quieter than usual — way less city-wide energy and visible activities than previous years. Meanwhile, World Cup buzz has been massive everywhere. Anyone else noticing the contrast?
Toronto police are increasing visible presence around the city following the Montreal shooting. Authorities say there's no specific threat to the city.
Tick reports are coming in across Toronto. Keep an eye out if you're spending time in parks or wooded areas this season.
Iraqi football team arrived at the King Edward Hotel with heavy police and security presence holding back enthusiastic fans. The scene was intense.
FIFA Fan Fest at Fort York has staff who are genuinely lovely and helpful. Long walk from the west end or BMO field, but the vibe is solid — and skip the line: Chung Chung dogs are actually incredible.
People living near Keele and Bloor and along the east side of High Park say something's been smelling awful for over a year. No one's figured out what yet.
John Street from Front to Stephanie is getting revamped as a pedestrian-oriented corridor. Probably won't be a full car ban, but it's a step forward for the area.
