Wednesday · Jul 8, 2026
Guided Tours of Scotiabank Arena
Scotiabank Arena
BMO Field stripped of World Cup branding faster than an ex moves on
BMO Field's World Cup temporary upgrades and branding are already coming down. Some lounges and improvements staying though.
Person struck by train near Clarkson GO; Lakeshore West line delays expected
Lakeshore West line had delays after someone was struck by a train near Clarkson GO station. Service updates ongoing.
Toronto Stadium ranked 15th out of 16 FIFA World Cup venues on Instagram popularity
The temporary branding of BMO Field generated 47,000 hashtags and 137,000 followers, far below Gillette Stadium's 640,000.
Blue Jays' Okamoto hits first career grand slam
Kazuma Okamoto launched his first career grand slam in the Blue Jays' five-run first inning against the Giants Wednesday. Sparked the rout.
Kyle Lowry and wife invest in Toronto Tempo; Raptors legend calls move a 'full circle moment'
The couple join the WNBA team's ownership group weeks after Lowry retires with the Raptors, marking his ongoing commitment to basketball growth in Toronto.
Toronto cop who stole $834K estate loses appeal; begins 7-year sentence
Toronto police officer Robert Konashewych's appeal was rejected; he's starting his seven-year prison sentence for stealing a dead man's $834,000 estate.
Motorcyclist critically injured in Brampton collision with truck on North Park Drive
Peel police responded to the crash just after 5:30 p.m. Wednesday; major lane closures remain in effect.
Dylan Cease's no-hitter bid falls short in ninth inning as Blue Jays rout Giants 10-0
The All-Star right-hander struck out 11 through eight innings before Heilot Ramos ended the historic attempt with a ninth-inning single.
The Longest Johns (19+)
Lee's Palace
Man stabbed near Sherbourne and Dundas, suspect arrested
Toronto police responded to reports of a stabbing Wednesday afternoon near the intersection. The victim was transported to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Tribute Show: Hotel California
Casa Loma
The Secret Chord: A Leonard Cohen Experience
CAA Theatre
The Outsiders - Toronto
Princess of Wales Theatre Toronto
Water for Elephants - Toronto
Ed Mirvish Theatre
Cirque du Soleil: Luzia - Toronto
Under the Big Top Toronto
Medusa - Toronto
Baillie Theatre at Young Centre for the Performing Arts
Golden State Valkyries at Toronto Tempo
Coca-Cola Coliseum
Nate Erskine-Smith formally resigns as Beaches–East York MP
The Liberal MP submitted his resignation on Tuesday. Prime Minister Mark Carney must call a byelection between July 18 and January 3, with voting potentially as early as August 24.
Cops and fire at every 401 overpass eastbound, funeral procession likely
Emergency crews lined almost every overpass eastbound on the 401 from the 427 onwards Wednesday evening. Reddit users speculated a funeral procession was passing through.
Suspect wanted for threatening person and pet with knife in East York
Toronto police are searching for a man who allegedly pulled a knife and chased another person while threatening to kill them and their pet near Donlands and Mortimer avenues on June 20.
National French Fry Day returns Friday with deals from Five Guys, McDonald's, and five other chains
July 10 brings free and discounted fries across Toronto. McDonald's, New York Fries, Wendy's, Burger King, Smashburger, and Five Guys are all offering National French Fry Day...
Seven Toronto police officers headed directly to trial in Project South corruption probe
Crown lawyers have decided to proceed by direct indictment in seven police corruption cases, skipping the preliminary inquiry stage. The cases are expected to appear in...
York Regional Police seek public help identifying jewelry store theft suspect in Newmarket
Man allegedly tried on gold chain at Yonge and Davis Drive on June 1, then fled on foot; described as five-foot-nine with brown goatee.
Toronto police investigate suspected arson at Midtown restaurant near Eglinton and Bathurst
Four people were assessed after a pre-dawn explosion and fire Wednesday; no injuries reported, but two adjacent buildings sustained damage.
Blue Jays snap seven-day scoring drought with 9-3 win over Giants, powered by stuffed light-up dragon
The team's newest dugout mascot, a $70 toy purchased in San Francisco, sparked the offensive turnaround Tuesday night.
FIFA Fan Fest adding Friday for Spain vs. Belgium quarterfinal
They just added Friday to the Fan Fest schedule for the Spain vs. Belgium match. GA tix go live at 9 a.m. tomorrow if you want to catch the quarterfinal action.
Markham psychologist charged after youth alleges sexual assault during appointment on June 29
Farrokh Sedigh-Deilami, 61, faces sexual assault and sexual interference charges; police seek additional potential victims.
The Outsiders - Toronto
Princess of Wales Theatre Toronto
Water for Elephants - Toronto
Ed Mirvish Theatre
Medusa - Toronto
Baillie Theatre at Young Centre for the Performing Arts
Agora Yorkville opens at end of summer with 40 seats and 'secret garden' patio for Greek grab-and-go
The second location of the Queen West market expands the Mamakas Food Group's menu with a robust coffee program and full breakfast, lunch, dinner hours.
Marina Mabrey becomes Toronto Tempo's first WNBA All-Star
The guard tied a league record with 53 points in a single game last month and is among the league's top five scorers this season.
Line 2 slow service westbound from Christie for third straight day
Line 2's been running slow westbound from Christie with frequent tunnel stops for a third day in a row. Extra travel time if you're heading west during rush.
Steeles Avenue East reconstruction drawing complaints from drivers of large vehicles struggling with tight turns
North York residents say school buses and garbage trucks are mounting curbs at 11 newly redesigned intersections; city to review safety by early 2027.
Electric Bill Bar, Toronto's only Australian-themed venue, closing August 16 due to rising costs
The Bloor West spot with Aussie slang cocktails and Filipino food cites operational pressures and loss of patio as reasons for shutdown.
Ontario Trillium Benefit payments jump 2% this week for eligible residents
Bigger payouts arrive Friday, July 10 as the government indexes benefits to inflation for the 2026 benefit year.
Casa Loma General Admission
Casa Loma
Mercedes driver allegedly strikes parking enforcement officer over ticket at Queens Quay
Toronto police are investigating the incident, which occurred in the vicinity of Queens Quay East and Richardson Street. The officer suffered minor injuries.
Toronto Tempo ranks ninth in WNBA standings halfway through inaugural season
The expansion team needs to move up to eighth place to secure playoff contention. Injuries to key players have complicated the Tempo's push for the postseason despite strong...
Blue Jays faced Giants on July 7
The Blue Jays played the San Francisco Giants on July 7, 2026. Full game highlights are up if you missed it.
Toronto adds extra day to FIFA Fan Festival for Spain vs. Belgium quarterfinal
The city opened Nathan Phillips Square on Friday, July 10 for the match. General admission tickets went on sale Wednesday at 9 a.m. through Ticketmaster.
Ontario Place's Cinesphere was the world's first IMAX cinema
Ontario Place's Cinesphere opened in 1971 and was the world's first IMAX cinema, built to showcase Canadian-made IMAX technology — one of the country's coolest cultural exports.
Brokn Milk opens across from Christie Pits Park with locally-sourced ice cream
The new neighbourhood shop at Christie and Barton opened Friday, July 3, featuring an evolving flavour lineup made with ingredients from Soul Chocolate and Subtext Coffee Roasters.
Former Ontario integrity commissioner J. David Wake, who authored Greenbelt report, dies
Wake served as integrity commissioner from 2016 to 2025 and conducted the investigation into the government's decision to remove protected Greenbelt lands for housing.
