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How police balance surveillance with public safety in investigations like Project South
Some of the Toronto police officers charged in the Project South corruption probe were allegedly seen drinking and doing drugs in their vehicles while under surveillance. Determining when to intervene in these kinds of scenarios
Alcohol is Canada’s biggest drug problem. So why aren’t people getting help?
Research shows alcohol causes more harm overall than any other drug in Canada. Some doctors and other advocates say people struggling with alcohol aren’t getting treatment options that are backed by science.
Blue Jays cap disappointing season with a win over Reds
Some memories were made Sunday as a season to forget came to a close for the Toronto Blue Jays. Max Scherzer was in vintage form and George Springer was feted as well in Toronto’s 5-1
Students explore Ontario university options amid OSAP changes
High school students and parents gathered at the Toronto Metro Convention Centre this weekend for the Ontario Universities' Fair. But, with recent OSAP changes reducing the amount of grant funding, there is now a higher
Police identify 2nd victim in separate vehicle fires within hours of each other in Etobicoke, Scarborough
Toronto police have identified a body that was found in a burning vehicle in Etobicoke last week shortly after another body was found in a burning vehicle in Scarborough.
14 fallen Toronto firefighters honoured at memorial service
Toronto Fire honoured the lives of fallen firefighters Sunday, as 14 new names were added to the Memorial Honour Roll. Since 1848, a total of 367 Toronto firefighters have died in the line of duty,
Walmart says it’s not using personal information to set prices as it expands digital shelf labels
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart is aiming to assuage customers' fears about its new pricing technology as it rolls out digital price labels at its stores.
Second of 2 bodies found in burned out vehicles at opposite ends of GTA identified
Toronto police have identified the second of two people whose bodies were discovered inside separate burned-out vehicles at opposite ends of the city last week.
Maple Leafs sign defenceman Nick Blankenburg to 1-year deal
The Toronto Maple Leafs have added to their back line depth, inking defenceman Nick Blankenburg to a one-year contract.
Maple Leafs sign defenceman Blankenburg
The Toronto Maple Leafs have added to their back line depth, inking defenceman Nick Blankenburg to a one-year contract.
Mexico’s Baja California braces for major Hurricane Polo as Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii
HILO, Hawaii (AP) — Hurricane Nolo edged further away from the Hawaiian Islands on Sunday as major Hurricane Polo bore down on Mexico's Baja California peninsula with a threat of storm surge, high winds and
Police memorial recognizes six officers killed in the line of duty in 2026
OTTAWA — Canadian flags were at half-mast and the skirl of bagpipes rung out as hundreds of police officers marched onto the lawn on Parliament Hill to honour those who have fallen in the line
Shapovalov defeats France's Mannarino to reach semifinals at Chengdu Open
Canada's Denis Shapovalov is through to the semifinals at the Chengdu Open after downing Adrian Mannarino of France 6-7(6), 6-3, 6-2 in the quarterfinals on Sunday in Chengdu, China.
‘Avengers: Endgame’ retakes box office crown; Robert Pattinson drives sales for ‘Primetime’
NEW YORK (AP) — Seven years after becoming the second-highest grossing film ever, “Avengers: Endgame” returned to the No. 1 spot at the box office in a victory lap for Marvel and an appetizer for
Poilievre urges tax cuts to make diesel fuel more affordable, ensure future supplies
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is pitching a plan to cut federal taxes on diesel fuel and help ensure Canada has affordable supplies of the fuel in the future.
‘Part of my world flew away to heaven’: Tributes pour in as victims of helicopter crash outside Montreal identified
A day after a helicopter crash on Montreal’s South Shore killed four people, their identities were revealed by family members and friends paying their tributes on social media Sunday. According to the provincial police agency
A'ja Wilson wins AP WNBA Player of the Year for 3rd straight year; Angel Reese top defensive player
A'ja Wilson is in a class by herself, winning the AP's WNBA Player of the Year award for an unprecedented third straight year.
North Atlantic right whales at greater risk of collision with boats at night: study
HALIFAX — A recent study has found that critically endangered North Atlantic right whales are feeding closer to the ocean’s surface at night, increasing their risk of being struck by boats.
German town sparks outrage as far-right and conservatives rally against Holocaust memorial plaques
GENEVA (AP) — A decision by a city council in in eastern Germany to halt the laying of memorial plaques that honor Holocaust victims has sparked outrage, not least because some of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s
Brampton crash sends car into a ravine, killing man in his 60s
A man in his 60s was killed during a car crash that sent one vehicle into a ravine early Sunday morning, according to Peel Regional Police. Emergency crews were called to the area of Queen
Man in his 60s dead after crash in Brampton: Peel police
A man in his 60s has died after a two-vehicle crash in Brampton on Sunday morning, Peel police said.
Powerful nor’easter floods Northeast again, causing problems from New Jersey to New England
BOSTON (AP) — Residents of coastal communities in the Northeast slogged through floodwaters for a second day as a powerful nor’easter pummeled the shoreline Sunday, knocking out power to tens of thousands of homes.
Canada’s premiers tight-lipped on constitutional changes in Alberta referendum
Albertans will vote on several proposals, including three of which would likely require the support of more than half of Canada's legislatures.
Man stabbed in North York overnight
Toronto police are investigating after a man showed up to a local hospital suffering from stab wounds. According to detectives, the man was stabbed in North York, near Wilson Avenue and Jane Street, just before
Man in 30s dead after motorcycle crash in Toronto: police
A 34-year-old man has died after a motorcycle crash in Toronto early Sunday morning, police said.
Speed was a factor in deadly motorcycle crash on Sunday: Toronto police
Toronto police are investigating after a 34-year-old man was killed in a motorcycle crash early Sunday morning. Emergency crews were called to the Parkdale area, near Lake Shore Boulevard and British Columbia Road just before
David goal stands up as Canada beats Chile 1-0 in men's soccer friendly in Toronto
The Canadian men's soccer team kicked off a new four-year cycle in style Saturday night with a 1-0 win over Chile in a chippy international friendly at BMO Field in Toronto.
57-year-old man dead, 1 arrested after stabbing in North York: police
A 57-year-old man is dead after a stabbing in North York on Saturday night, Toronto police said.
Premiers keeping cards close on constitutional changes pitched in Alberta referendum
EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's counterparts across the country are keeping their cards close to their chest on where they stand on the major constitutional reforms Smith is sending to a provincewide vote next
York Region says Ontario underfunds its community services by $450 million annually
Community services in York Region are facing a "significant shortfall" due to receiving less funding from the Ontario government compared to other large municipalities for several years, according to a new report commissined by the
Elks outlast Ticats 37-35 in overtime
The Edmonton Elks made the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' playoff elimination sting just a little bit more than usual on Saturday.
AFC Toronto earns NSL playoff berth with 3-0 win over Rapid
Lena Silano scored twice for AFC Toronto in a 3-0 blanking of Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League on Saturday at York Lions Stadium in Toronto.
Burlington woman facing 65 new charges over slew of incidents at hospitals across Ontario: OPP
Ontario Provincial Police say a 34-year-old woman who was first arrested in May following complaints of theft and fraud at an Orillia hospital is now facing 65 new charges.
Family of man killed in police-involved shooting calls for answers in protest at Toronto police headquarters
The family of a 19-year-old man killed in a police-involved shooting in August protested outside Toronto police headquarters Saturday, calling for information about what led to the incident.
Blue Jays' Scherzer delays retirement decision until off-season
Max Scherzer told media Saturday that he will wait until the off-season to decide if he'll retire or play another season of Major League Baseball.
Daily Bread Food Bank stocking up for annual thanksgiving food drive
The Daily Bread Food Bank is stocking up for their annual thanksgiving food drive. They're aiming to collect 185,000 pounds of food donations by the end of October. The Toronto food bank partnered with Purolator
Ont. woman accused of stealing from hospital staff, patients faces dozens of charges
Police say their major crime unit is still investigating and believe there are more victims who were patients, visitors, and staff members at various hospitals.
2 teens charged with murder in connection to pedestrian collision that killed 16-year-old
Two teens from Guelph, Ont. are facing second-degree murder charges in connection to a fatal pedestrian collision last weekend that claimed the life of 16-year-old boy.
What Canada's wastewater reveals about drug use in 8 cities
New StatCan data shows sharply different drug-use patterns across eight Canadian cities, with methamphetamine elevated in parts of the Prairies and Moncton, cocaine comparatively high in Halifax and fentanyl highest in Metro Vancouver.
Durham Region to hold 1st community event celebrating newcomers on Saturday
Durham Region is hosting its first community event on Saturday to celebrate the contributions newcomers make to the region.
Argos come up big late to beat Bombers 30-28
Janarion Grant is known for his talented feet, but it was his arm that was responsible for a key play in the Toronto Argonauts' 30-28 victory over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Friday.
Toronto man pleads guilty to manslaughter after fellow arsonist accidentally dies in fire
A Toronto man pleaded guilty to manslaughter and arson after a fellow arsonist died in a Scarborough restaurant fire while the trio was allegedly setting it ablaze.
Veteran OPP sergeant charged following child sexual exploitation investigation
An OPP sergeant with 28 years of service faces child sexual abuse material charges after a police investigation in Alliston, Ont.
Nine Islamic schools on high alert after email threatening ‘slaughter’ of Muslims
The Muslim Association of Canada says nine schools it operates across Canada are on high alert after the schools received an email this week threatening violence against Muslims.
Mississauga woman faces upgraded murder charge after stabbing victim dies
A Mississauga woman has been charged with second-degree murder after the victim of a stabbing died in hospital days later.