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HighOnCity · The Toronto Archive

Saturday · May 16, 2026

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Downtown Toronto rush hour energy is unmatched

Downtown Toronto energy during rush hour is something else—streetcars, crowds everywhere, nonstop movement. The city just feels alive right now.

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Patios are back and people are losing it

Summer's finally here and everyone's acting like they've never seen a patio before. The long winter hit different this year.

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Free Toronto speeding data dashboard is live

Someone built a free dashboard tracking all the 'Watch Your Speed' data across Toronto. You can see which streets got worse after the cameras came down—some spots are up 235%...

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Toronto Island is magic in the early morning

Toronto Island at sunrise hits different. The early ferry ride over feels magical when you've got the whole place to yourself cycling around.

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Eat & Drink

Dutch Dreams ice cream celebrates Drake connection

Local shop releases 'Drake's Chocolate Peanut Butter' flavour as fans visit childhood spot

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News Brief

Alex Smalley takes 2-shot lead at PGA Championship

American golfer in contention heading into final round at Aronimink

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News Brief

Man dies while waiting for care at Alberta hospital

Latest death raises concerns about emergency department conditions in Edmonton

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News Brief

Cruise passenger isolating in Victoria tests positive for hantavirus

One of four people quarantined after ship outbreak confirmed with Andes strain

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News Brief

Microgreens from Farm Boy, Kyan Culture recalled for E. coli

Canadian Food Inspection Agency alerts Ontario and Quebec residents

9:00
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The Lead

Gas prices approach record highs as long weekend looms

Torontonians consider transit alternatives as fuel costs near $2 per litre

9:00
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The Lead

CaféTO returns just in time for Victoria Day weekend

City's outdoor dining program launches ahead of holiday long weekend and FIFA World Cup

9:00
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The Lead

Driver arrested after fleeing police, crashing into cruiser

23-year-old suspect pursued in Etobicoke after speeding traffic stop Friday night

9:00
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The Lead

TTC maintenance workers extend strike deadline again

Union and transit commission remain at negotiating table as Saturday 6 p.m. deadline approaches

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Why does Toronto move so slowly?

People are asking why it takes Toronto so long to get anything done. The conversation centers on whether the city needs to admit there's a systemic problem with project management.

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Man wins epic two-decade traffic ticket battle

Someone finally won a 20-year legal battle over a traffic ticket. Reddit's celebrating the absolute persistence it took to fight City Hall that long.

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Dovercourt Park intersection sparks online debate

Spotted a stop-all-way intersection at Dovercourt Park and people online are losing it over the traffic choreography. Only in Toronto.

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News Brief

Eurovision Song Contest grand final underway in Vienna

70th edition features international competition and cultural performances

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News Brief

Cineplex to screen select FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in theatres

Partnership with TSN brings tournament games to big screens across Canada

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News Brief

Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody at 91

UN court detainee passes in The Hague after being deemed unfit to stand trial

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News Brief

French judge to examine complaints against Saudi crown prince

Investigation into alleged involvement in Khashoggi killing

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News Brief

Canadian tests presumptively positive for hantavirus from cruise ship

Person who left MV Hondius showing mild symptoms after exposure

4:00
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The Lead

Drake's Iceman trilogy breaks Spotify records for 2026

Toronto rapper releases three albums, shatters daily streaming milestones

4:00
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The Lead

Blue Jays pitcher Berrios set for elbow surgery Wednesday

Stress fracture will sideline key starter during season

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The Lead

Woman killed in multi-vehicle crash on Highway 401

Victim struck after exiting vehicle following initial collision

4:00
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The Lead

TTC, union extend strike deadline to Saturday 6 p.m.

Transit talks continue as maintenance workers seek new contract

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Pulse

Where to find the best Trinidadian food downtown

Best trini food downtown? People are sharing their favorite spots. Looks like there's finally some solid Caribbean spots getting the attention they deserve in the core.

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Grange Park tulips are blooming, spring is officially here

Spring's finally here—Grange Park is full of tulips right now and people are out soaking it up. If you haven't been downtown lately, go check it out while the weather's perfect.

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Tempo drops first-ever WNBA game at Scotiabank

Tempo got their first loss in WNBA history last night at home—99-95 against the Sparks. Scotiabank was packed and loud. It's early but Toronto basketball feels like it's having...

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Eat & Drink

Toronto Tempo falls to Sparks in first-ever road game

WNBA preseason loss sets tone for franchise's inaugural season

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News Brief

B.C. allows logging in caribou habitat against ministry recommendation

Government approves timber operations in protected deep snow caribou territory

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News Brief

Confusion over work permit rules causes international student rejections

Federal language policy leading to unexpected denials of postgraduate work permits

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News Brief

Long Island Rail Road workers strike, paralyzing commutes

North America's largest commuter rail system shuts down as five unions walk off job

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News Brief

Two mental health workers accused of assaulting child

Niagara Region school staff arrested for alleged excessive force on student

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The Lead

Brampton man charged in illegal towing investigation

Police arrest suspect accused of stealing vehicles from parking lots overnight

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The Lead

Highway 401 crash injures one critically

Early morning collision near Pearson Airport closes eastbound lanes for hours

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The Lead

Organic microgreens recalled over E. coli risk

Kyan Culture and Farm Boy brands pulled from Ontario shelves due to contamination

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The Lead

GO train service suspended all weekend for upgrades

Kitchener and Barrie lines, plus UP Express to Pearson, shut down for major track work

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The Lead

TTC strike talks extended to 6 p.m. Saturday

Union and management agree to keep negotiating beyond Friday midnight deadline

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Pulse

Toronto's skyline stealing hearts from the air

Someone snapped a photo of Toronto from a plane coming back from New York and it's hitting different. People are posting about how good the city looks from above right now.

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TTC entrance charity solicitation raising safety concerns

Charity workers are staked out right at TTC station entrances blocking people trying to get in and out during rush hour. Folks are pointing out it's a safety issue and asking...

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Spring heat arrives for Victoria Day weekend

Summer heat's coming this weekend and people are already talking about whether we're finally past the spring cold. Check the forecast—shorts weather is here.

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Drake filming new music video in Toronto

Drake just shot a music video in Toronto and the whole city's talking about it. Between Iceman and now this, there's serious energy around what he's cooking up next.

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News Brief

Canadiens playoff surge boosts Montreal transit ridership

Team's postseason run driving increased use of REM light-rail network

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News Brief

Bangkok train strikes public bus; casualties reported

Cargo train hits bus at airport rail crossing in Thai capital

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News Brief

Houston prepares BBQ, heat for World Cup visitors

Texas city offers unique culinary and climate experience for 2026 tournament fans

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The Lead

Ontario lowers colorectal cancer screening age to 45

Advocates push for even earlier screening as cases rise in younger populations

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The Lead

Battery plant moves forward despite Honda EV pivot

Port Colborne's $1.5B Asahi Kasei facility stays on track for 2029 startup

1:22
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Pulse

Community fights to protect TDSB's model schools from cuts

TDSB model schools are getting gutted and parents are rallying hard to protect them. Community's fired up about the cuts affecting these programs.

1:22
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Beautiful spring evening view over Toronto skyline

The city looks unreal right now from above. Spring's finally here, blue skies, everything's green again. Perfect evening vibe over Toronto.

1:22
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Pulse

Drake's surprise Iceman drop electrified Toronto last night

Drake dropped his surprise triple album Iceman last night and the whole city went crazy. CN Tower lit up blue, fireworks over the skyline, everyone posting from the harbour.

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Eat & Drink

Ontario road trip guide: 12 restaurants worth the drive from Toronto

Explore the best dining destinations within easy reach of the city

1:22
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News Brief

Two prominent Canadians stripped of Order of Canada honors

Humanitarian worker and former SNC-Lavalin CEO lose prestigious appointments

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News Brief

Kars4Kids ads continue running in Canada despite California ban

Charity faces false advertising ruling in U.S., but Canadian ads persist

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News Brief

Man killed in Brampton workplace incident, Peel police investigating

Emergency crews responded to incident at Advance Boulevard facility Friday

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News Brief

Measles exposure reported at multiple west-end Toronto locations

Toronto Public Health investigating confirmed travel-related case

1:22
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The Lead

TTC and CUPE Local 2 extend contract talks past deadline

Transit workers and commission continue negotiations, avoiding immediate strike

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The Lead

Established Toronto restaurants reveal strategies to stay relevant

Long-standing eateries adapt as new venues open nearly every day

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The Lead

Historic Annex home renovation divides internet over design choices

Century-old Bedford Road mansion gets contemporary makeover sparking debate

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The Lead

Massive subway bridge taking shape in Don Valley skyline

Ontario Line construction adds new landmark to popular Toronto views

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The Lead

New camera-free nightclub aims to fix Toronto's nightlife problem

Complex 19 opens with a mission to restore the city's post-COVID club scene