Thursday · Jun 11, 2026
Guided Tours of Scotiabank Arena
Scotiabank Arena
Police presence ramping up on highways for World Cup
Bunch of cop cars on the highway right now — likely World Cup security prep. If you're commuting, expect heavier patrols throughout the tournament.
Cactus Club's summer menu brings back Frosé and a $9 smash burger
The downtown Toronto spot launches new seasonal plates and cocktails, with The Niner smash burger leading Happy Hour deals at all locations.
FIFA Fan Festival cancelled Thursday due to lightning risk
The City of Toronto evacuated fans watching Mexico vs. South Africa screening at Fort York after weather created unsafe conditions during the World Cup's opening day.
Nathan Phillips Square is packed for World Cup kick-off
The square is buzzing right now as fans gather for the opening match screenings. Soccer park setup, live energy, the whole city showing up.
Four arrested in Woodbine Beach stabbing that left two injured
Two 17-year-olds and two 18-year-olds have been charged after a fight at the east-end beach last Friday left victims with non-life-threatening injuries.
6 Toronto brunch spots worth the wait right now
A local food writer rounds up her favourite neighbourhood spots, from the cult-hit Little Italy diner blending North American comfort with Asian flavours to an upscale Nikkei...
Ontario eyes gambling ad restrictions ahead of World Cup surge
Government officials and advocates worry the FIFA tournament will intensify gambling advertising and worsen problem gambling rates that have skyrocketed since online iGaming...
Ramen without broth is blowing minds on Toronto food TikTok
Someone posted about discovering broth-less ramen at a Toronto spot and now people can't stop talking about it. The internet's realizing it's an actual thing.
Two Montreal men sentenced in Mississauga shooting death
Dan Hakizimana and Hassan Farhat received four and five-and-a-half-year sentences for their role in Issaïh Jünger's death outside a Toronto Airbnb in February 2024.
Ranking Lay's World Cup chip flavours, from worst to best
A food writer tastes through four FIFA-inspired chip varieties from Team Argentina, Canada, France, and England, with suggested drink pairings.
TTC ramping up service for World Cup crowds heading to stadium
The transit system is adding buses, streetcars and subway service on match days to move over 300,000 out-of-town visitors expected throughout the tournament.
Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours
Rogers Centre
Pippin - Whitby
The Whitby Courthouse Theatre
Tiger Bride - Toronto
Michael Young Theatre at Young Centre for the Performing Arts
Ryan Perdz with EMERG, Sweet Utopia and Bandit
The Dance Cave
Masterworks Concert: Toronto Symphony Orchestra - Beethoven's Ninth
Roy Thomson Hall
& Juliet - Toronto
Royal Alexandra Theatre
TOKYO TAXI | Canadian Premiere | Toronto Japanese Film Festival
Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre
Paranormal Activity - Toronto
Ed Mirvish Theatre
Feng
The Opera House - Toronto
Dog Man - The Musical - Toronto
CAA Theatre
Chris Ramsay - Toronto
The Royal Theatre
Feng's Weekend Rockstar Tour
The Opera House
Chris Ramsay Presents: It's Probably Nothing...
The Danforth Music Hall
A New DAEI 15th Anniversary Showcase
Meadowvale Theatre
Time magazine launches Canadian edition with Toronto newsroom
The 103-year-old publication is expanding with a new license partnership and plans to debut its first Canadian cover this fall.
Toronto police officer killed in search warrant shooting
An officer was shot during a pre-dawn operation near Black Creek Drive. A second person was also hospitalized.
City is ready for World Cup kick-off
Toronto is officially locked in for FIFA. BMO Field got a massive $157.9M renovation, stadiums are prepped, and the whole city's buzzing.
Oshawa man charged in sexual assault of au pair
A months-long investigation led to charges including sexual assault and administering a noxious substance in a case involving a woman hired through Facebook.
Taste of the Danforth is coming back this summer
Ontario and Toronto are investing $400,000 to revive the beloved Greek street festival after a two-year cancellation.
Drones tested for FIFA drone show downtown
FIFA tested a drone show over Toronto last night — massive coordinated light display in the sky. Full shows start during the tournament.
FIFA Fan Festival Toronto
Fort York & The Bentway
World Cup officially kicks off as Toronto braces for tournament
The biggest FIFA tournament in history starts today, with Canada hosting matches and fan festivals throughout June and July.
2 charged after Pride flag burned at Markham school
York police's hate crime prevention unit charged two 18-year-olds with mischief after the flag was ripped and set on fire.
Schmaltz Appetizing opens for dinner on Dupont
The beloved Jewish deli is now serving a high-low menu of smoked wieners, lobster rolls and house-made pastrami until September.
Casa Loma General Admission
Casa Loma
30K Bosnian fans heading to Toronto for World Cup
30,000 Bosnian soccer fans are expected to descend on Toronto for the World Cup. the energy is going to be absolutely unhinged.
World Cup prep brings health-care focus to Toronto
Toronto Public Health is running unprecedented surveillance and prevention measures during the five-week tournament, monitoring disease outbreaks and preparing for mass-casualty events.
Sneaky Dee's closing after decades on Queen West
Sneaky Dee's, the legendary Queen West dive bar, is closing. end of an era for one of the city's most iconic spots.
Social media platforms dodge age-verification responsibility
As countries including Canada move toward bans on social media for under-16s, tech companies are clashing over who should enforce them—and experts say everyone needs to share...
Bars and restaurants navigating World Cup trademark minefield
Toronto venues hosting watch parties are carefully avoiding FIFA's strict trademark rules—no logos, no trophy imagery, not even the word "FIFA" itself.
Lightning storm hammering Toronto this morning
there's a lightning storm ripping across toronto rn. people have been glued to their windows all morning—absolutely relentless flashing.
Time Canada launches with Toronto office and staff
The 103-year-old magazine brand is opening a licensed Canadian edition through a Toronto media company, with its first cover arriving this fall.
BMW dealership honours AI chatbot's $27K buyback offer
After revoking a quote made by its own AI, the dealership reversed course when CBC got involved, raising questions about corporate liability for bot mistakes.
Durham council endorses $1.1B police funding plan
Regional council voted in principle to support a decade-long financing strategy that includes new facilities and technology, but property tax increases remain uncertain.