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Monday · Aug 17, 2026

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11:59
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Tonight

Guided Tours of Scotiabank Arena

Scotiabank Arena

11:42
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News Brief

Brad Bradford calls for mandatory addiction treatment if elected Toronto mayor

The mayoral candidate says mandatory treatment should be part of his plan to address the homelessness and addiction crisis affecting the city.

10:57
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News Brief

Toronto woman walks 500 kilometres to Ottawa demanding asylum status extension for earthquake survivors

Sefika Ozlem Yaman Sahin completed a 28-day walk from Toronto to Ottawa to raise awareness of Turkish and Syrian earthquake survivors facing expiring temporary work permits in 2026.

10:12
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Pulse

Legionnaires' disease outbreak near downtown Toronto under investigation

Health officials are investigating a Legionnaires' disease outbreak covering roughly a one-kilometre radius around Bathurst and Dupont streets in Toronto. If you live or work...

9:27
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News Brief

One year after her son was shot, Toronto mother fights gun violence

Holly Roy marked the anniversary of 8-year-old Jahvai's death by visiting his grave for the first time, continuing her advocacy for stronger action on guns.

8:00
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Tonight

Chance Pena with Hans Williams

History Toronto

7:54
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Pulse

Fire caught on camera near Elm and Yonge

Someone recording a condo build at 8 Elm captured the Zanzibar fire on Sunday morning. They're sending the footage to Toronto fire investigators to help determine what started...

7:30
PM
Tonight

Symphony in the Gardens: A Love Song to Italy

Casa Loma

7:18
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Pulse

Red-tailed hawk nesting downtown

There's a red-tailed hawk (or breeding pair) soaring between the skyscrapers at Yonge and Bloor, gliding a few feet from apartment windows. If you're in the area, look...

7:00
PM
Tonight

Molly Santana & North West: KIMOKAWAII TOUR

REBEL

7:00
PM
Tonight

Chance Peña

History Toronto

6:42
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Neighborhoods

Scarborough's Malvern Park opens revitalized sports courts with $800,000 city investment

The park now features upgraded tennis courts, new pickleball courts, refreshed netball courts, and a new volleyball court—all free for drop-in use.

5:30
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News Brief

Major fire damages landmark Zanzibar on Yonge Street; building declared unsafe

The longtime strip club at 359 Yonge St. caught fire early Sunday. City officials have issued unsafe building orders and the owner says Zanzibar will rebuild.

2:58
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Pulse

Swiatek and Svitolina clash at Toronto's National Bank Open

Iga Swiatek vs Eva Svitolina at the National Bank Open 2026 in Toronto — tennis short from the courts right now.

2:28
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Pulse

Toronto Zoo's baby giraffe is already towering

Baby giraffe at the Toronto Zoo is 7 feet tall already — born February 2026, officially adorable. Zoo creators are posting all the best moments.

1:58
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News Brief

Jimmy Fallon calls Ontario's Muskoka region 'the most beautiful place on Earth'

Actor Ella Rubin praised the cottage country on The Tonight Show while promoting her new Prime Video series Sterling Point, which filmed in the region.

1:28
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Pulse

King Street West car-free debate heating up

King Street West's packed sidewalks got someone thinking: why isn't this car-free? Hundreds of people out, but mostly just Ubers and revving sports cars hogging the road....

12:58
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Eat & Drink

Biggs Ribs brings halal beef back ribs to Brampton in an industrial complex

Elias Williams's two-year-old concept serves slow-cooked ribs from a tucked-away kitchen; Hamilton location opened last fall.

12:28
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News Brief

Five arrested, including two youths, in April Brampton school shooting that killed two

Jahnoi Bell, 21, and two 17-year-olds face first-degree murder charges; others charged with conspiracy and firearm offences.

9:30
AM
Tonight

Casa Loma General Admission

Casa Loma

7:36
AM
Pulse

Panorama India celebrating at Nathan Philips Square this weekend

Panorama India 2026 is bringing the vibrant celebration of Indian culture and independence to Nathan Philips Square this weekend. The festival features traditional and...

6:45
AM
News Brief

Blue Jays fighting for playoff spot with month of softer schedule ahead

Toronto's record sits at 61-64 after a loss to New York, leaving them half a game back of the final wildcard spot with 25 games remaining.

6:19
AM
Pulse

City views hitting different right now

People are out capturing Toronto at its finest this weekend. Wards Island skyline at dusk, King West long exposure shots, early morning TTC sunrise commutes—the light is...

5:28
AM
News Brief

Human remains found in Scarborough near Ellesmere and Markham

Toronto police located what appear to be human remains Sunday evening in the area of Ellesmere Road and Markham Road. The investigation is ongoing.