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Taste of the Danforth organizers say as many as two million people may have visited the city during the weekend festival; Markham raises the Indy flag as it celebrates its first time hosting the international event; and, a company has a contest to find the oldest working air conditioner.
Two 18-year-olds face dozens of charges in connection with the deadly mass shooting at the Salsa on St. Clair festival; Greek culture and food will be on full display as the Taste of the Danforth returns this weekend; and, Ontario Premier Ford adds his voice to those calling for Prime Minister Carney to extend the gas tax suspension.
Ontario's police watchdog is investigating after an interaction with police ends with the death of a 19-year-old man in Mississauga; Toronto police announce two arrests in connection to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate; and, the residents of a home in the Christie Pits area get a visit from an unwanted guest.
The city's fire chief sounds the alarm over the dangers of lithium-ion batteries after two fires are sparked in the past two days; the family of an Etobicoke woman who has been missing for nearly five months offers a $10,000 reward for information that leads to her discovery; and, Ontario Premier Doug Ford calls provincial byelections in three ridings.
A woman dies after an early morning fire breaks out on the 16th floor of a Scarborough highrise; the cleanup continues in St. Catharines after flooding caused by back-to-back rainstorms; and, the union representing staff at Scarborough Health Network is calling on the Ontario government to pump $5 billion into hospitals.
WestJet begins grounding its planes ahead of a potential strike by flight attendants as the deadline for a deal approaches; police say they are confident that the Caribbean Carnival will be safe this weekend; and, more people are using AI tools to ask questions about their health, which has some experts warning that it could lead to problems.
The union representing more than 4,000 WestJet flight attendants issues a 72-hour strike notice; Toronto's mayor wants to make the island ferry free for children and seniors during the month of August; and, An Oshawa man says he's discovered the air cleaning system for his new furnace that he's been paying for over several months was never installed.
Councillors focus on the future of the island airport in the final City Council meeting before October's municipal election; thousands of people turn up for the CNE's annual job fair in the hopes of landing roughly 700 available positions; and, if you write a negative review online, you may be contacted by someone posing as a customer service agent offering refunds.
A child is rushed to hospital after being pulled from a backyard pool in Mississauga; bullets are fired into the back of an armoured vehicle manufacturer in North York; and, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow calls for the repeal of legislation giving the Ontario government control over part of Toronto's waterfront lands.
Bullets are fired into the U.S. Consulate in downtown Toronto for the second time this year; police investigate two attacks where shots were fired at two Jewish-owned businesses as customers line up outside to show their support; and, Toronto police identify two women murdered decades ago with the help of genetic genealogy.
A woman is dead and a man is in custody after what investigators describe as a 'targeted' shooting in Etobicoke; analyst say gas prices are expected to rise overnight and keep rising next week; and, Waterfront Toronto celebrates the new Biidaasige Park expansion, which includes a new launch point and event space.
New numbers from Toronto police suggest crime is down across the board in the city as a mayoral candidate calls for the hiring of 1,000 new officers; an 11-year-old local entrepreneur goes door-to-door to turn dirty garbage bins into a clean profit; and, Canada's Wonderland reveals the new and improved version of a beloved roller coaster.
Investigators are probing a suspicious fire at a Scarborough plaza that displaced 10 people from their homes; seven police officers charged in connection to Project South appear virtually in court; and, the cost of fare evasion was on the agenda as the TTC board met for the final time before the fall election.
City Hall looks to tackle surveillance pricing in Toronto to push back against companies charging local shoppers top dollar based on what they know about them; More concerns are raised about Ontario MPPs appearing to live large with lavish spending; and, Pearson Airport announces plans for the second phase of its modernization project.
Community members call for action after the deadly mass shooting at the Salsa on St. Clair festival; it could take time to get a full picture of the impact the 2026 FIFA World Cup has had on the city of Toronto; and, the province gives an update on the wildfire situation in northern Ontario.
An air quality warning remains in effect after a blanket of wildfire smoke descended on the city Ontario Tourism, Culture and Gaming Minister Stan Cho resigns amid pressure over controversial hotel expenses; and, a man in his 20s is dead after a collision involving an e-scooter in the city's west end.
Wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario blankets the city, leaving it with some of the worst air quality in the world; a couple who sold over $265K in fake tickets to Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in 2024 pleads guilty in court; and, a 15-year-old boy who killed an elderly woman in Pickering is given a 10-year sentence for first-degree murder.
Residents try to find ways to stay cool as the city swelters under a heat warning; firefighters pull two people to safety while battling a house fire on Bathurst Street; and, Ontario's tourism minister faces scrutiny over thousands of dollars in city hotel expenses.
Toronto's police chief calls for tougher gun laws after the two young men fatally shot at the Salsa on St. Clair street festival are identified; beachgoers soak up the sun during the heat wave while experts warn of the health risks of the high temperatures; and, a U.K. family urges the Ukraine police to investigate a case involving a deadly chemical that echoes a case in Ontario.
New numbers show Metrolinx and TTC saw significantly increased ridership during Toronto World Cup matches; it's been 16 months since California wines and other American-made booze was boxed up at the LCBO; and, an exclusive survey found over one third of Canadians feel governments are doing a poor job protecting consumers from fraudulent companies.
An elderly hospital patient says she was pushed out of a hospital before she had fully recovered and left alone at a motel; residents near the Bloor-Lansdowne GO Station are calling for action from Metrolinx - saying the sound of trains is becoming unbearable; having a payment schedule and checking references can help protect homeowners from renovations that go wrong.
Durham Regional Police Service has identified the recruit killed in a collision on Tuesday; a Toronto woman labelled a 'belligerent female' by a police officer during a traffic stop last year has fought her tickets - and won; and, a new food safety investigation finds that some rice products can contain concerning levels of arsenic - a potential dangerous heavy metal.
Sentencing submissions were made in the case against Damian Hudson, the man convicted in the 2023 shooting death of bystander Karolina Huebner-Makurat; the local BIA put out an anonymous survey to find out if waterfront businesses met their financial goals during the World Cup; and, this summer many air conditioning systems are operating at full tilt - but it may need some attention to keep running smoothly.
Premier Ford and Alta. Premier Smith unveil plans for a proposed cross-Canada oil pipeline corridor; Sneaky Dee's has been spared the wrecking ball and redevelopment plans for the property have been withdrawn following a lengthy battle; and, when you travel you can book guided tours, but what happens if a company cancels your tour at the last minute?
John Tory Jr., the son of former mayor John Tory, is planning to run for the federal Liberals; Reports show high demand for GLP-1 medications since generic versions were approved, but when will Ontarians have access to them?; and, World Cup ticket sales have not gone smoothly for all fans, with some launching a class action lawsuit against StubHub in the U.S.
People have been marking Canada Day across the city amid the ongoing heat wave; the right portable speaker can set the mood, but you also want one that can survive splashes, sand, and travel.
The city is implementing measures to keep sun seekers and vulnerable people safe as Toronto remains under a heat warning; Toronto’s Moroccan community prepares for the Round of 16 match vs. Canada and the balancing of pride in two countries they call home; and, new changes to Ontario’s auto insurance could mean less expensive premiums for drivers, but also more risks.
Temperatures may hit 37 Celsius this week as Toronto faces an orange heat alert from Environment Canada; Toronto’s Portuguese and Croatian communities are eagerly preparing for the Round of 32 at Toronto Stadium; and, more than 100 thousand Canadians own property in Mexico, but if you plan to buy real estate you have to be careful.
Soccer fans cheer on Senegal and Iraq as they clash in the final group stage game in Toronto at the FIFA World Cup; the Toronto Maple Leafs faithful eagerly await the team's number one overall selection at the NHL Draft; and, what you need to know before renting an electric vehicle over the summer.
The Office of the Fire Marshal will be investigating a blaze at a Brampton home that left one man dead; a local pharmacist concerned over the amount of medicine on backorder is calling for action from the Ontario and federal governments; and, dozens of OPP officers who are injured and on leave are challenging a new way their benefits are being determined.
Spirits remain high at Canada House as Team Canada falls just short against Switzerland but still advances to the knockout round; hundreds attend the funeral of Const. Marc Pinizzotto to pay tribute and remember his life; and, the hunt for a man accused of killing his parents in Mississauga turns to High Park.
Fans of Panama and Croatia march through the streets of Toronto ahead of their match at the FIFA World Cup; growing concerns about the price of merchandise and food at Toronto Stadium compared to other World Cup host cities; and, A coalition of nearly a dozen organizations push for a maximum indoor temperature bylaw.
Officials outline details of Canada's sweeping bail and sentencing reforms, which will become law next month; The Toronto Marlies bask in the glow of their Calder Cup victory at a championship rally at Real Sports; and, Ontario's education minister launches a new digital learning platform set to be used in the province's classrooms this fall.
Police search for a 46-year-old Mississauga man wanted in connection with the killing of his parents; billionaire businessman Frank Stronach is found guilty of two charges out of a dozen in his trial involving decades-old sexual assault allegations; and, new polling finds the Ontario Liberals are building momentum.
A small boy is airlifted to hospital after a tree falls and strikes a young boy in south Oshawa; OPP officers gather in Mississauga to bid farewell to Const. Tarun Bali, who was killed in the line of duty; and, soccer fans get ready to cheer on Team Canada as they take on Qatar in Vancouver.
Soccer fans party through city streets as they flock to Toronto Stadium as Panama takes on Ghana at the FIFA World Cup; former Mississauga mayor Bonnie Crombie is considering a run to get her old job back; and, the Toronto Maple Leafs hire Jim Hiller to be the 41st head coach in franchise history.
An investigation into a 'gun-for-hire' network leads to the arrest of several people in connection with a series of shootings across the GTA including that of a Toronto Police officer; soccer fans pack Celebration Square in Mississauga for a World Cup watch party; and, Toronto's mayor says one of the agencies involved in the future of Billy Bishop airport is trying to keep preliminary plans a secret.
A 32-year-old Toronto man killed in the city’s latest murder has been identified as police continue working to locate those responsible for his death; about four thousand community service workers remain on the picket lines forcing schools and therapy centres to shut their doors; and, a man was recently defrauded when he took a call from someone who sounded exactly like his son - because the voice had been cloned using AI.
Canada earns its first-ever World Cup point after playing Bosnia and Herzegovina to a 1-1 draw at Toronto Stadium; FIFA Fan Festival brings thousands of soccer fans together to cheer on Team Canada in its first World Cup home game; and, investigators comb the scene inside a North York residential tower a day after Const. Marc Pinizzotto was shot and killed in the line of duty.
An 18-year veteran of the Toronto Police Service is shot and killed while executing a search warrant in North York; excitement for a World Cup watch party turns to disappointment after the event is evacuated due to concerns over lightning; and, how to protect yourself when you search online to apply for a NEXUS card.
A solemn procession carrying the casket of Const. Tarun Bali is returned from Northern Ontario a day after he lost his life in the line of duty; Ontario Premier Doug Ford meets with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro as he pushes his 'Fortress North America' plan; and, the Panamanian national team sets up base camp at a resort of Alliston to prepare for the World Cup.
Peel police say a former Air Canada pilot used a fake licence to misrepresent his qualifications for decades; the federal government launches consultations on the future of Billy Bishop airport as the province moves to expand the facility; and, teachers and parents rally against proposed cuts to the TDSB.
A Markham community is in mourning after the loss of three seniors who died after a blaze destroyed two homes just blocks from Unionville's historic downtown; the clock is ticking for the TTC to finish critical infrastructure work ahead of the FIFA World Cup; and, advocates for people with disabilities call for changes to the layout of Eglinton Crosstown LRT stations.
Three people are taken to hospital after two homes in Markham go up in flames; city officials detail final preparations with the FIFA World Cup just a week away; and, police in Durham Region say they've uncovered a network of what they describe as 'criminal tourists' who enter Canada legally to commit crimes.
Ontario's Special Investigations Unit is looking into an interaction between a cyclist and Toronto police officers; officials offer a tour of Toronto Stadium as the final touches are made eight days ahead of the FIFA World Cup kicks off; and, critics hope the federal government will step in as the battle over the future of Billy Bishop airport continues.
The stage is set for contract negotiations between the Ontario government and the unions representing the province's education workers; the price of gas jumps once again as experts say the fluctuation at the pumps is expected to continue this summer; and, the City of Toronto launches its 2026 summer safety plan.
The TTC scrambles to complete 'critical infrastructure' work as the FIFA World Cup fast approaches; The Ontario legislature rises for a 21-week summer recess following a short session; and, auto thefts continue to drive up car insurance premiums despite a recent crackdown.
A 23-year-old woman faces a criminal charge after a newborn baby was found dead inside of a Brampton home; two men face a number of charges in connection to what's being called the largest seizure of counterfeit sports jerseys in Canadian history; and, a pair of goats take a trip up the CN Tower ahead of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.
Whether you take transit or plan to drive, the commute in and out of the city this weekend may take longer amid some significant closures; an update on a past Consumer Report on a man who was shocked he’d barely made a dent in a loan after paying monthly for years.
The search for a man who went missing Wednesday after a small inflatable boat capsized near Cherry Beach is now a recovery mission; a 98-year-old woman was excited to win a thousand dollars on a scratch off card, but she's unable to claim her prize because she doesn’t have valid photo ID; and, A groundbreaking gene therapy is now available for patients with Hemophilia B.
A pilot project will see barriers installed at one downtown subway station to prevent people from falling or jumping onto the tracks; videos are emerging of what appears to be a meteor streaking across Ontario’s skies early Wednesday morning; and, a man is shocked his payday loan still hasn't been paid off despite making regular payments for years.
Power has been fully restored after a widespread outage plunged parts of downtown Toronto into darkness; it’s now been 10 days since a 14-year-old girl named Esther went missing from Toronto’s north end; and, Thorold, Ont., retirees say $100,000 of ‘lodgements’ remain on their property years after contractors failed to replace their bathtub.
The missing notes of a retired senior B.C. Mountie that were supposed to be part of an OPP investigation into the behaviour of top RCMP brass in the wake of a tasering death at Vancouver’s airport years ago have turned up in the national police force’s B.C. headquarters; shovels are in the ground at the new Ontario Science Centre, which the province calls a ‘major milestone’ in its Ontario Place overhaul; and, the city of Toronto is digging through its vault for old parking tickets, and they want drivers to pay up.
Patio season is heating up after council voted to close a portion of Church Street to cars this summer; a new documentary is out about Canadian soccer legend Christine Sinclair called "Kind of a big deal"; and, there are increasing safety concerns after hundreds of oven glass doors have shattered for no apparent reason.
The battle over the future of Billy Bishop Airport reached new heights at City Hall; a new community soccer pitch opened today down at Harbourfront, with a promise to open more by the end of the year; and, drivers were shocked to find their seasonal car wash passes cancelled without warning.
Toronto’s police chief has broken his silence about three off-duty officers charged in Spain following a ‘serious’ incident; demand for hotels in Toronto during the World Cup continues to lag behind expectations; and, there are fire concerns as fires that are supposed to be recycled are pilling up at shops and dealers across the province.
A man is dead following a stabbing in Mississauga on Tuesday afternoon; several people are facing charges after shooting fireworks at each other during Victoria Day celebrations; and, an investigation is underway after an 80-year-old man was maimed in a gruesome assault in the Toronto South Detention Centre.
Three TPS officers are facing serious allegations, including one officer facing charges of sexual assault, while on vacation in Barcelona.
Highways are busy and the city is bustling with activity as Torontonians prepare for the long weekend; the cousin and friend of a man who was murdered outside of an Oshawa Tim Hortons try to make sense of the violence; and, a group calls on the Ontario government to protect fund for the TDSB's Model Schools for Inner Cities program.
A Scarborough woman makes her first court appearance after being charged with the murder of her own daughter; the union representing TTC maintenance workers gives an update on contract negotiations with the transit agency; and, the Ontario government lays out the receipts for the purchase and sale of a private jet for the premier's use.
A mother is charged with first-degree murder is found without vital signs inside of a Scarborough home; video shows a pit bull with no leash kill a small dog and injure a woman in the west end; and, the Toronto Maple Leafs fire head coach Craig Berube after two seasons behind the bench.
A woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle in a parking lot at the Shops at Don Mills; the Toronto District School Board announces it is cutting more than 200 administrative jobs as part of a plan to modernize; and, new reports from Ontario's auditor general raises troubling findings on trucking schools and special education.
One person is dead after an overnight fire at a supportive housing building at Yonge and Carlton Streets; an investigation is underway after a toddler's fatal fall from a North York high-rise; and, a third person now in isolation in Ontario because of the hantavirus is in Peel Region.
Canada is preparing as more than 140 people ready to disembark a ship where a deadly hantavirus outbreak killed three people; history will be made tonight when the Toronto Tempo host the Washington Mystics in their first-ever regular-season game; and, Sarah McLachlan and the National Ballet ‘s Noah Parets are among the Canadian performers taking the stage at The Glenn Gould Prize Gala.
Two Ontario residents who were on a cruise ship that’s been hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak are currently in isolation back at home; Ontario’s Fire Marshal is investigating after a Wednesday night house fire left a Vaughan man critically injured; the Toronto Tempo hit the practice court for the final time today ahead of Friday’s season opener.
The Ontario government reacts to Honda’s plans to stop building an EV plant in Canada; the Leafs won the league’s draft lottery Tuesday, dropping a franchise-altering decision onto a newly minted front office; and, with the cost of owning a vehicle now the third largest expense for Canadians, buying a new car is big decision.
Marit Stiles is facing criticism after suggesting Premier Doug Ford could be behind bars before the next provincial election; a facility in Milton which cares for children with complex medical need is expanding their services; and, how stores using algorithms and dynamic pricing is affecting the cost pricing of various items.
The Ontario legislature is back in session and the premier is trying to refocus on the economy after a string of controversies; mourners gather in Cobourg to pay respects to the family of OPP sergeant Brandon Malcolm; and, energy drinks have been around for decades, but many drinks can contain a ‘jolt’ of caffeine which could do more harm than good
Toronto stabbing suspect dies after being involved in accident while attempting to flee scene; staff at St. Mike’s Hospital perform a pioneering neurovascular surgery to treat hydrocephalus; and, &Juliet brings Shakespeare’s Juliet’s new life through a playlist of pop anthems.
Police say one man is dead following a shooting in midtown Toronto on Thursday afternoon and a suspect is in custody; an arson investigation is underway after a tow truck burst into flames in the driveway of a Brampton home; and, Ontario is considering a ban on cellphones in school, but studies show it's not just young people scrolling for hours on end.
The federal government is boosting funding for FIFA World Cup security by $145 million, including up to $45 million for Toronto; the building that once housed the historic Hudson’s Bay at the northeast corner of Bloor and Yonge may become a self-storage warehouse; and, the Toronto Tempo will tip off their first ever pre-season game, after months of planning and preparation.
The Ford government has passed a spring budget that includes provisions to let the premier and cabinet ministers keep their office records secret; Ontario introduced a bill which would allow the province to take over the City of Toronto's role in the island airport; Toronto soccer fans say they’re unhappy after finding out they’re unable to refund tickets purchased through the FIFA website.
An OPP officer who was killed in an on-duty motorcycle collision is being remembered as being dedicated to serving the community; a fire at a nightclub on Polson Pier is being investigated as a possible arson; and, a Mississauga man who is one of the oldest people in the province celebrated his 107th birthday today,
The driver who struck and killed an Ontario father of three last summer has pled guilty; a group of Whitby residents have filed an FOI request to find out exactly what some of the mayors of Canada's largest cities have discussed in a group chat; and, an Ontario woman told CTV News she’s paid over $13,000 for repairs to two of her vehicles after rodents caused damage to it.
Festivals, sporting events and road closures to make travelling around the city more challenging this weekend; Mayor Olivia Chow speaks out on the battle over the operation of Billy Bishop Airport; and, customers line up for hours to try to get their stored tires and rims from a business that shut its doors.
Police in Brampton are working to see if three overnight tow truck fires in the span of 30 minutes were connected; Doug Ford says he believes the government should have a jet but won't reconsider his decision to sell it after widespread backlash; and, Toronto Police warn of an increase in counterfeit money circulating in the GTA, especially hundred and fifty-dollar bills.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province has sold off a private jet it purchased for $28.9 million following public outcry; a jail guard will find himself behind bars after pleading guilty to smuggling thousands of dollars of drugs and weapons into the Toronto South Detention Centre; and, the City of Toronto will soon start replacing almost a half a million ‘water meter transmission units’ after they failed prematurely.
Premier Doug Ford discussed his government’s decision to change course on purchasing a private jet following backlash; first-degree murder charges against an Ontario man accused of selling lethal substances online are expected to be dropped if he pleads guilty to aiding suicide; and, a new survey finds many Canadians are counting on getting tax money back to help them with the rising cost of living.
Opposition leaders condemn the purchase of a $29-million private jet to fly Ontario Premier Doug Ford around for government business; the Toronto Police hate crimes unit is investigating an assault on a bus in Scarborough that was captured on camera; and, what happens if the shop storing your tires for the winter goes out of business?
The premier spoke out against calls for a pilot project looking to ban ‘surveillance pricing’ at grocery stores; TTC riders are expressing their frustration with the changes made to the Jane bus after the opening of the Eglinton LRT; and, chargebacks are an important way to protect yourself during credit card purchases, but they're also being used by criminals to get merchandise for free.
Toronto city council is working to reassess a proposal to charge admission for World Cup Fan Fest; one day after announcing plans to increase jail capacity, the government is trying to explain why dozens of prisoners were mistakenly let out; and, airbags can deploy due to rough road conditions or some other incident triggering airbag sensors and cost drivers big.
The federal government is set to temporarily suspend the federal fuel excise tax on gas and diesel starting next week; documents obtained by CTV News show the Ontario government rejected a program to help 21 high school graduates learn trades at Toronto's transit system; and, a petition is calling on council to move forward with a pilot project to make part of Church Street a pedestrian-only area this summer.
Ontario will cut the number of trustees at the Toronto District School Board nearly in half and create new non-elected executive roles; the mayor's office is pushing back against driverless taxis on city streets amid reports that Waymo is working to bring its vehicles to Toronto; and, fourth year students at Ontario Tech University showcased some of what they've learned at their annual design exhibition.
Police say five people charged in connection to the fatal 2025 shooting of a teenage boy in Stoney Creek had ties to towing company; the province is putting forward legislation to reduce how long prospective teachers are in school; and, golf season is underway in the city, with Toronto's five public courses officially opening this morning.
Mayoral hopeful Brad Bradford says Olivia Chow is leaving Scarborough behind as he pushed for updates on the Scarborough East LRT plan; the latest incident at an east end waste facility in the past few months is being investigated as arson; Closing arguments resumed today in the sexual assault trial of billionaire businessman Frank Stronach.
Police say a 30-year-old Brampton man has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Jewish-owned restaurant in North York; Peel police are investigating a suspicious tow truck fire in the driveway of a Brampton home last night; and, A collation of cancer clinicians is calling on provincial and federal authorities to make three key changes to speed up Canadians' access to care.
TTC officials have apologized after a hydraulic oil spill caused lengthy closures on Line 2; the city is turning to AI to unclog congested streets starting this spring; and, some residents of Rosedale are investing in increased security and private patrols following a rash of break-ins.
Major Canadian airlines announce they'll be adding a fuel surcharge to some holidays as oil prices are driven up by the war in Iran; the Toronto Blue Jays hope to put an end to their losing streak as they play host to the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first time since last year's World Series; and, the Eglinton Crosstown LRT runs later as the service works to get to full capacity.
The gas price roller coaster continues for drivers in the GTA, with prices up seven cents over the past two days; a 60-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital after hitting a curb while driving an electric scooter in Brampton; and, Canada's Competition Bureau is warning of criminals creating fake contests to get your personal information.
People across the country gathered for launch parties as Artemis II prepared to blast off on a lunar mission; There is anger over the province's decision to end an international languages program at the Toronto Catholic District School Board; and, as the war continues in the Middle East, the travel sector is warning holiday plans are about to cost you a lot more.
Investigators probe the circumstances surrounding an early morning house fire in North York that left two people dead; 16 years after he and hundreds of others arrived in Canada on a cargo ship from Sri Lanka, a Toronto man is fighting to stay here; and, Canadians send over one million e-transfers a day, but what happens if information is entered incorrectly and the money goes missing?
Five people were arrested after a smash-and-grab at an Oshawa mall jewelry store; the family of a 93-year-old Ontario woman with severe dementia are calling for change after she was charged with assault by OPP; and, many people use doorbell cameras as a layer of security – but where is your video footage being stored and who has access to it?
The Toronto Blue Jays begin their quest to return to the World Series as they throw out the first pitch of their 50th season; the family of a Mississauga boy raises concerns after a school bus drops him off at the wrong school; and, City council approves a motion for expanded police presence at TTC stations.
Tax breaks for home buyers and businesses, health care and education spending are just some highlights of the government's 2026 budget; a Toronto hockey coach is fighting back after he was fired from his position over complaints he alleges were invented; and, the Blue Jays spoke about the sky-high expectations following last season's World Series appearance ahead of the home opener.
Crews begin the demolition of a Mississauga home ravaged by fire where one body was discovered, despite all the home’s residents being accounted for; next week’s provincial budget includes the expansion of a tax break for home buyers to wake up the sleepy housing market; and, recent changes mean some pharmacies are now able to fill pet prescriptions for medications, possibly saving pet owners money.
A late-night fire at a Mississauga home leaves one person dead; Toronto Police announce they’re deploying heavily armed officers to deter violence in key areas like tourist hubs and places of worship; and, deceptive job listings are rampant online and while they may appear convincing, victims have lost their personal information along with thousands of dollars.
Six suspects are facing a combined 30 charges after police say they busted a ‘violent’ criminal network targeting luxury vehicles across the Greater Toronto Area; MPPs returned to Queens Park for the first time since December, with the Ford government set to table it's budget on Thursday; and, a new survey finds the average household pays for nearly three streaming subscriptions each, but the costs are a growing concern.
Ontario moves to outlaw the resale of tickets for more than face value seven years after axing a cap on those prices; the price of gas is expected to rise and drag food prices up with it as the war in Iran drags on; and, the sexual assault trial of billionaire Frank Stronach will resume at the end of March.
Family and friends of a 13-year-old boy who was struck and killed by a GO train in Mississauga struggle to come to terms with their loss; Ontario works to update its medical records system as part of an effort to improve primary care; and, police issue a warning for homeowners to be cautious of aggressive door-to-door contractors.
Police charge a suspect in a home invasion in Vaughan who was shot by the homeowner as investigators search for three other suspects; calls for a provincial inquiry into an OPP probe that cleared three Toronto police officers accused of collusion in the Umar Zameer murder trial; and, statues on the grounds of the Ontario Legislature will soon be covered in protective wrapping.
The OPP clears three Toronto police officers accused of colluding to lie during the trial of Umar Zameer; renewed concerns about violence on the TTC after two men are sent to hospital following a stabbing inside the Bloor subway station; and, a 48-flurry of announcements from the Ford government on everything from bringing booze to street festivals to expending HOV lane use.
Fresh outrage over a convicted child killer getting two more passes for unescorted temporary absences from prison; Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveils a list of changes he wants to see to crack down on crime in the province; and, drivers call for more action as potholes cause problems for motorists across the city.
Janice Golding reports on Ontario Premier Doug Ford calling for an injunction against the Al-Quds rally scheduled to take place in Toronto on Saturday; John Musselman examines Ottawa's 'Keeping Canadians Safe Act,' which aims to provide new tools for police services to investigate cybercrime; If you're planning to get away for the March Break or maybe this summer, there are certain things you always bring with you on a trip. Pat Foran has more.
Gas prices are set to rise again in the GTA following a brief reprieve and one industry analyst says there may not be an end in sight to the “upward trajectory” amid the effective closure of the world’s busiest oil shipping channel.
The registered disability savings plan is a long-term savings plan designed to help those with disabilities save for the future, but some families say it could be improved; a new device being developed by Guelph University researchers is promising new hope for Lyme disease patients; and, a 102-year-old man won four races at Canadian Masters, still running long after most people expected him to hang up the shoes.
Premier Ford says the province will take control of Toronto's stake in the airport as part of a plan to expand runways to allow jets to operate; with the FIFA World Cup just months away Canada Men’s Soccer Coach Jesse Marsch is preparing for the biggest challenge of his career. But first, a very personal challenge is being highlighted; and, advances in vehicle technology come at a price, with more insurance companies 'writing off' vehicles after even minor accidents.
Torontonians have been given an early taste of spring, with unseasonably warm temperatures; a new pre-clearance facility at Billy Bishop Airport looks to speed things up for travellers heading to the U.S.; and, an agency that protects consumers in Ontario is warning some companies are accepting mortgage funds, despite not being licensed to do so.
More information is being revealed about the history of one of the higher-ranking officers charged in Project South. Jon Woodward reports; Mike Walker has more on how the Toronto Maple Leafs fared at this year's trade deadline, trading several players in exchange for future draft picks; Premier Doug Ford is considering a plan to fill in part of Lake Ontario to build a new convention centre. Siobhan Morris reports.
New disciplinary documents relating to Richard Black in the Project South investigation are expected to be released; Hamilton police have arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting in 2023 following a dispute outside a billiard hall; and, many new products contain technology that makes appliances smarter and more efficient, but that doesn't mean they'll last longer.
Two people were arrested after a student protest at Queen’s Park got heated Wednesday afternoon; one day after former Mayor John Tory announced he would not be running for his old job, the attention turns to who will; and, Men going door-to-door offered to clean out an Etobicoke woman’s eavestroughs for a low price, but once they got on the roof, she was told it needed to be replaced right away.
The Toronto Blue Jays are the hottest tickets in town and fans are getting serious sticker shock when trying to purchase a seat to the first two games of the upcoming ALCS; a pedestrian is critically injured after being struck by a vehicle on Lansdowne Ave.; and, questions are being asked about millions of dollars handed out under a provincial skills development fund.
The Blue Jays reach the next step in their playoff journey after knocking off the New York Yankees and punching their ticket to the ALCS; a 23-year-old man is facing murder charges and a man in his 50s is dead after what police are describing as an unprovoked attack in Richmond Hill; and, a Toronto man loses $80K after falling for a romance scam linked to a cryptocurrency scam.
The Toronto Blue Jays fail to sweep the Yankees in Game 3 of the ALDS but hope to eliminate them in Game 4; five teens are arrested after a brazen smash-and-grab robbery at a jewelry store inside the Oshawa Centre; and, a Toronto hospital performs the transplant of a heart that was revived after the donor died.
Blue Jays and Yankees fans are both feeling the pressure as the teams prepare to square off in Game 3 of the ALDS at Yankee Stadium; a sombre day of reflection on the second anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack in Israel; and, Premier Doug Ford says he won't change his position on removing speed enforcement cameras from Ontario streets.
Blue Jays fans are buzzing as the team prepares to try to sweep the Yankees in New York in Game 3 of the ALDS; Premier Doug Ford threatens to pull one of the most popular liquor brands off LCBO shelves over Diageo's plans to close an Ontario bottling plant; and, the Ontario NDP calls for change after hundreds of thousands of Highway Traffic Act charges never made it to trial.
The Blue Jays welcome the New York Yankees to Toronto as they prepare to square off in Game 1 of the ALDS; residents of a neighbourhood in the west end are displaced after a fire broke out in a vacant home and spread to other buildings; and, a 19-year-old who was shot and killed inside of Scarborough Town Centre is honoured at a vigil.
A Mississauga family speaks out after video captures masked men breaking in their door in broad daylight; a joint forces investigation dubbed 'Project Road King' seizes guns, drugs, cash and dozens of stolen vehicles; and, thousands of striking college support workers are joined by students, faculty and other unions at rallies across several campuses.
Ontario’s environment ministry says it will miss its 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction target but the auditor general says even that admission of failure is downplayed.
People came together across the city to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and reflect on the horrors faced by survivors of the residential school system.
Alejandro Kirk hit two homers and drove in six runs to power the Blue Jays to a 13-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday to give Toronto its first American League East Division title since 2015.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces his government will introduce new legislation to ban new municipal speed cameras; a new Toronto police safety campaign slaps thousands of e-bike and other micro-mobility vehicle users with tickets; and, RRSPs are seen as a great way to save money for the future, but how much gets taxed when that money is withdrawn?
A Vaughan neighbourhood is on edge after a house becomes the target of gunfire for the second time this month; the TTC announces a new crisis worker pilot project aimed at improving safety for subway riders; and, Toronto's mayor and police chief speak out about why they think speed cameras are a valuable safety tool.
A 53-year-old driver from the U.S. is struck and killed by a flying wheel on the QEW in St. Catharines; a man suffers serious injuries after being assaulted in his own driveway while trying to prevent his vehicle from being stolen; and, the Blue Jays are back in Toronto as they continue their pursuit of the A.L. East title.
An 18-year-old is wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of 23-year-old Shakur Clarke-Sargeant in Scarborough; a Sault MPP facing assault charges is kicked out of Conservative caucus and faces growing pressure to resign; and, a new email scam targets university students with demands for additional tuition money.
Three more speed cameras are toppled, bringing the number of cameras damaged in a rash of vandalism to 47; Over 100 charges are laid after police in Durham Region disrumpt an auto theft trafficking ring; and, striking college workers hold rallies across Ontario calling for more grants under a multi-billion-dollar provincial program.
A security camera captures a coyote frenzy outside of a home in Vaughan, raising safety concerns; police order a Canada-wide arrest warrant for the suspect in a deadly weekend shooting in North York; and, the Competition Bureau launches a market study to make sure small businesses are being treated fairly by Canada's big banks.
City staff begin the process of clearing an encampment in Dufferin Grove Park as trespassing notices are being issued; three arrests are made in connection to a series of home invasions in York Region; and, a new economic and budget report provides insight into what could be in store for Ontario's finances.
Toronto Coun. Michael Thompson is found not guilty of sexually assaulting two women at a Muskoka cottage in 2022; police identify the 23-year-old victim of a deadly shooting in Scarborough; and, no injuries after a small plane crash lands just steps away from a soccer field where a game was being played in the city's east end.
Two people, including a 12-year-old boy, face charges in connection to a series of violent assaults across the city's core; Ontario's Liberal Party begins its search for a new leader after Bonnie Crombie announces she is stepping down; and, a new type of watercraft called the Sea-Doo Switch raises concerns after a safety recall.
New safety measures are proposed after a toddler is killed and six other children are injured in a devastating crash at a Richmond Hill daycare; a significant transit disruption could make getting around Toronto more challenging on a busy weekend; and, an organization that has helped countless people living with HIV and AIDS comes to an end.
A memorial grows outside of a Richmond Hill daycare where a toddler was killed and six other children were injured after an SUV crashed into the building; thousands of full-time college support staff walk off the job across Ontario after a midnight deadline failed to secure a deal; and, members of a Scarborough family find themselves in a battle with the city over a basketball net.
One toddler is dead and six other children are injured after an SUV crashes into a daycare in Richmond Hill; police announce the arrest of a 16-year-old suspect in connection with the shooting death of an 8-year-old boy; and, demonstrators crowd the streets around Roy Thomson Hall ahead of the screening of a film at the Toronto International Film Festival.
At least 16 speed enforcement cameras are cut down and damaged across the city overnight causing leaders to clash over whether they should be put back up; closing arguments in the trial of a man accused in a crash that killed an off-duty police officer; and, several bank customers' credit cards and lines of credit are cancelled without notice.
A man dies after being Tasered by police during a disturbance call in North York, prompting an investigation by Ontario's police watchdog; a controversial speed camera is cut down for the seventh time in less than a year; and, a man is shocked to learn that the odometer on the pickup truck he bought from a dealership had been rolled back.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford pledges to pass new dangerous driving legislation in memory of a father killed in a horrific crash; work on the Scarborough subway extension gets underway in the shadow of another delay for the Eglinton LRT; and, the red carpet is buzzing on Day 2 of the Toronto International Film Festival.
Opening night for the 50th season of the Toronto International Film Festival has film fanatics lining up and drinking in the excitement; a vehicle hangs precariously from the fourth floor of a Mississauga hospital's parking garage; and, a father killed during a home invasion in Vaughan is laid to rest.
Gunfire erupts at a Toronto high school one day after students return to class, injuring a teen and a bystander who was caught in the crossfire; new details in the murder of a Vaughan father who died trying to protect his children during a home invasion; and, a woman has to pay to replace her car after a pick-up truck crashed into her and refused to stay at the scene.
Staff at two indoor pools in Toronto refused to work on Tuesday, citing unsafe conditions due to the heat and humidity; the City of Toronto is under a heat warning for the fifth time this summer; and, an Ontario man is sharing his story after he lost $92 U.S. attempting to purchase an e-bike from an ad he found on Facebook.
A graphic video captured a man who was stabbed multiple times in Toronto's Junction neighbourhood; Monday's temperatures of over 40 degrees Celsius with humidity is expected to be the height of Toronto's heat wave ahead of an expected cooldown; and, an Ontario photographer said she got a box of staples instead of the $2,500 camera lens she ordered online from Canon Canada.
TTC bus horn noises at Kipling Station has residents in an uproar over the disruption to the peace; a heat warning remains in effect for Toronto today but some relief is expected to arrive this weekend; and, a new Toronto bylaw to protect tenants from what Mayor Olivia Chow is calling “bogus” renovictions officially goes into effect next week.
Five former members of Hockey Canada’s junior hockey team on trial for sexual assault are found not guilty.
A GTA lawyer was seriously injured after he was shot before his office was targeted by an alleged arson attack; new data released reveals automated speed cameras are having a positive effect on how people drive; and, Toronto city council has approved a plan to add dedicated transit lanes along Bathurst and Dufferin streets.
A woman in her 70s is dead in what Toronto police say was an “unprovoked” stabbing at a commercial plaza in North York Thursday morning; a 28-year-old man is dead following an early morning shooting in the Yorkdale mall parking lot; and, two groups of passengers say Air Canada and Porter refused to allow their service dogs to board a plane with them due to only providing online certificates.
A 29-year-old man is in custody after allegedly making death threats toward Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown and his family; Toronto rapper Top5 allegedly bribed a jail guard in order to release a music video from behind bars; and, a Toronto man says he shouldn't have to pay a false alarm fee after his smoke detector went off and is now pushing back against the fire department's charge.
Police are investigating after a man was found shot inside a vehicle in an Etobicoke parking lot; 'Project Ghost' leads to over 200 charges in organized crime probe in the GTA; and, fake ads using AI are luring Canadians into cryptocurrency scams, promising double the returns.
Environment Canada has downgraded its air quality warning to a special statement for Toronto and the GTA due to wildfire smoke; eight vehicles were set on fire at an auto body shop in Scarborough early Monday morning, Toronto police say; and, a couple is speaking out after they were denied a refund after they cancelled a hotel booking for their honeymoon trip on Expedia.
Toronto police say a homicide investigation is underway after a deceased person was found near the Pickering border overnight; an independent review found “significant shortcomings” in the city’s response to February’s major storm event that dumped more than 50 centimetres of snow; and, Coldplay returns for the third of four concerts in the city, and fans are hoping for a smooth experience getting to and from the show.
Toronto's only two Ornge air ambulances are out of service until mid-July due to parts shortages as a result of auto sector tariffs; a 16-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder after a 14-year-old boy was fatally stabbed over the weekend in Toronto’s Beach area; and, plans for dedicated bus lanes proposed ahead of the 2026 World Cup could be scaled back amid opposition from local business owners.
Toronto police are appealing for witnesses after a 15-year-old boy was fatally shot in the city’s Mount Dennis neighbourhood last month; a funeral was held for 14-year-old Abdoul Aziz Sarr who was fatally stabbed outside of a McDonald’s in Toronto; and, after a 10-game winning streak, the Toronto Blue Jays have wrapped up the series against the White Sox with a disappointing loss.
A teenage boy is dead following a late-night stabbing near Toronto’s Woodbine Park, police are still searching for suspects; Coldplay's first performance went off without a hitch on Monday night with fans saying they were able to make it into and out of the venue with fewer issues; and, attempted electricity fraud involving the credentials of a retired city worker nearly lost Toronto $2.5 million.
Tens of thousands will be watching Coldplay perform after Rogers Stadium officials say new measures have been implemented; Five people have been taken to hospital after an alleged impaired driver crashed into several parked vehicles and a pedestrian in Scarborough; and, a Toronto couple are still in shock after being pressured into paying over $480,000 for incomplete renovations and unnecessary work.
A Hamilton, Ont. man at the centre of a widescale W5 investigation into an alleged sexual assault ring is now facing dozens of additional charges; A Canadian couple’s dream voyage of working remotely on a sailboat while showing their eight-year-old daughter the world came to a sudden end earlier this week when their vessel was blown off course and ran aground on a coral reef; and, contributions from all corners of the Toronto Blue Jays roster have played a massive role in their two-month ascension to the top spot in the American League East.
Police are searching for at least 10 suspects after a Muslim woman was violently swarmed in her Oshawa restaurant; a man is dead after a fire broke out at an encampment in the Don River valley; and, looking to start a new sport? There's a website that's pairing up students with instructors.
Toronto police are investigating after they say a Chinese restaurant in The Annex was shot at Tuesday night; the speed camera at Parkside Drive is back up and running once again after being vandalized for a fifth time, this time with it's own surveillance camera to monitor it; and, an E. coli warning is in effect at one Etobicoke beach keeping many on dry land.
Nobleton, Ont. is on high alert after a 12-year-old boy named Rocco was bitten by a coyote over the weekend; the new Rogers Stadium in Downsview Park is drawing harsh criticisms from concertgoers for its handling of crowd control after the event; and, around 250 full and part-time hospitality employees of the CN Tower has been locked out amid a labour dispute.
Masai Ujiri, the architect of Canada's first and only NBA championship team, has been let go by the Toronto Raptors; Ontario's education minister says the province has taken control of four school boards, three of which are in the GTA; and, tenants of a north Toronto apartment are speaking out after only having one working elevator for months, before it too stopped working in the middle of a record heat wave.
Two teenagers suffered serious injuries after they were shot in Toronto’s Flemingdon Park neighbourhood early Thursday morning; Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw renews a pledge to rebuild trust with the queer community as security ahead of Pride weekend ramps up; and, Toronto Police released a warning to the public about an uptick in pickpockets looking to snatch phones and they're targeting people in crowds.
The SIU and Peel police are conducting investigations into a police-involved shooting in a Brampton apartment building; Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says she is bringing a motion to city council to fix some of the “gaps” that were exposed in the city’s response to a three-day heat wave this week; and, two Ontario homeowners contacted CTV News after their washing machines caught on fire, almost burning their homes down.
The Ontario government has unveiled the final designs for the new Ontario Place public space, marking a major milestone in the transformation of Toronto’s waterfront; for residents of one Toronto condo complex, a break from the heat can't come soon enough; and, two Ontario homeowners are speaking out after receiving water bills totaling $25,028.
Toronto’s heat wave is now in its second day and the temperature in the city could reach a high unseen in 10 years; Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says health and safety regulations related to the heat caused the closure of some pools; and, police are searching for at least one suspect after a man was fatally shot outside the Ajax GO Station on Sunday night.
Police say the suspect of a fatal stabbing in Toronto is armed and dangerous and are asking for the public's help finding him; a new air quality study reports an increasing number of microplastics nar major roadways; and, summer camps across Ontario are requiring parents to provide proof of vaccinations for campers amid a major measles outbreak.
A Toronto police officer is in hospital after colliding with a tractor-trailer while riding his motorcycle on Highway 403 in Mississauga; Toronto police say hundreds of people were defrauded out of more than half a million dollars as part of a large-scale “taxi scam”; and, Ontario Premier Doug Ford has issued an apology for comments that were slammed as “racist” by First Nations leaders.
A man is dead and a suspect is being sought by police after a stabbing near Danforth and Coxwell; Ont. Premier Doug Ford said tow truck drivers and companies need to ‘be held accountable’ if they commit crimes and ‘go to jail'; and, a Toronto police officer convicted in the 2021 assault of Chadd Facey, a 19-year-old man who later died, has avoided jail time and has instead been given a suspended sentence of 12 months probation.
The Gardiner Expressway has fully reopened in the city’s downtown core this morning after investigators say a carjacking suspect fell 17 metres while fleeing from officers on the elevated portion of the highway; concerns are being raised about renovations at Weston Lions Arena that could leave local team without a place to play; and, Ontario Premier Ford reiterated calls for a less-lenient bail system in Canada after he says four ‘thugs’ tried to steal a car from his Etobicoke home.
Peel police say they have dismantled a violent criminal organization that attempted to extort hundreds of thousands of dollars from members of the community and defraud insurance companies by staging collisions across GTA roadways; Bus stops, bike zones and other spots will be the centre of a blitz aimed at preventing people building up traffic congestion; and, Canadians lost $638 million dollars to scams last year, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, and many of the victims were seniors.
A dentist from Toronto is the sole Canadian victim of a Boeing plane crash in India that killed more than 200 passengers; a tenant of a Vaughan, Ont. home has been charged for firing a gun while allegedly attempting to stop a group of suspected car thieves stealing a Lamborghini; and, more ride-sharing options are coming to Toronto.
York police are on the hunt for multiple suspects following the stabbing of a young person in Vaughan; a review is underway over emergency response times in Toronto after a teenager was shot and later died while a caller waited on hold with 911; and, the countdown is underwayfor the start of the FIFA World Cup.
A review is underway after a caller was forced to wait on hold with 911 after a teenager was shot and then later died in hospital; police have identified the man shot and killed in Scarborough as 33-year-old Jordan Thompson; and, three victims share their story of how they lost over $67,000 to the 'bank investigator' scam.
The latest numbers from a study shows how travel times on a stretch of the Gardiner has nearly doubled since recent construction; a police investigation is underway after a 15-year-old boy died following a late-night shooting in Toronto’s west end; and, Ontario health officials release a warning to anyone planning to get pregnant about the importance of getting measles vaccination.
The wildfire smoke that is plunging Toronto's air quality to one of the worst in the world is expected to remain over the weekend; two people have been seriously injured in a stabbing at Bluffer’s Park in Scarborough, police say; and, June is Bike Month and Neighbourhood Community Officers will be on hand with New Kindness volunteers to help fit the bike helmets and prepare the children for bike safety.
Thursday was the last day of the legislative session at Queen's Park. However, it was a busy one and included the passing of a contentious bill; a six-year-old boy is in hospital after falling from the 10th floor of an apartment building on Humber Blvd.; and, police issued a public safety alert after the attack; Steve Ryan on how the community is reacting, and how residents can protect themselves.
A video captured the moment a man appeared to push a shopping cart into path of e-bike rider in Toronto; police in Burlington are searching for the vehicle involved in a fatal, targeted drive-by shooting of a man eating inside a restaurant; and, here's why filing your taxes on time is so important, and here's tips on how to do it for free.
A woman in her 30s was taken to the hospital with critical injuries after a tree branch fell as a wind storm swept through Toronto and the GTA; Ontario's party leaders are striking a collaborative tone following the results of the federal election; and, Toronto’s cherry blossoms are set to bloom in High Park.
Voters across the GTA cast their ballots on election day as the race between the Liberals and Conservatives narrowed; the organizers of the Taste of Manila festival, which runs each August in Toronto, say the incident in Vancouver raises a number of questions about safety and security; and, the Toronto Maple Leafs are looking forward to a series clincher on home ice—something the franchise hasn’t done in 21 years.
The Conservatives won long-time Liberal stronghold Toronto-St. Paul's in a byelection last summer, but some electors say they may turn red for this year’s federal election; as Hudson's Bay starts liquidating its remaining stores, a judge granted the historic retailer permission to move forward with an auction sale of store artifacts; and, a week-long survey of the TTC’s subway system costs about US$250,000, as engineers determine the track’s wear and tear.
The Special Investigations Unit said the teen who was shot during a gunfire exchange with Toronto police, died in the hospital two days after the incident; hundreds of parishioners in Toronto gathered at its downtown cathedral to remember the late pontiff; and, Danielle Vanier says they purchased $300 worth of Sephora and Home Depot gift cards at Shoppers Drug Mart, but they were drained when they tried to use them.
Pope Francis has died at 88 of a stroke and irreversible heart failure on Easter Monday; the SIU is investigating after surveillance video emerged showing them moment a Toronto police officer opens fire at a driver during a traffic stop; and, have tattoo regret? It's getting easier to remove them.
One first responder described a fatal, fiery crash on Lakeshore Boulevard as one of the worst of his career after a vehicle hit a hydro pole that then fell, trapping the driver inside; opposition provincial parties want a further investigation done into the multi-million dollar deal to place a spa on the grounds of Ontario Place; and, an Ontario woman says squirrels have been building nests under the hood and chewing wires and other critical parts.
Two young men were gunned down by two suspects in a Riverdale neighbourhood, according to police, at around 11:15 p.m. on Tuesday night; Premier Doug Ford says he’s considering options of lifting interprovincial trade barriers, ranging from alcohol sales to better access to specialized employment in light of U.S. tariffs; and, a New York Times investigation of the provincial government’s deal with Therme alleges the company provided inaccurate information during the bidding process to build at Ontario Place.
Toronto police are searching for the driver of a vehicle that injured four pedestrians in downtown Toronto in what is being described as a 'targeted' incident; Ontario's throne speech laid out the Ford government's plan to protect residents from the threat of U.S. tariffs; and, California's Governor Gavin Newsom is featured in a new ad campaign urging Canadians to visit his state despite tensions triggered by U.S. President Trump.
A viewer video shows Toronto police smashing a window and dragging two individuals out of the pickup truck before arresting a 42-year-old man; the Toronto Blue Jays and all-star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. held a press conference to celebrate the $500 million deal; and, some people say they had to have their taxes reassessed due to an alleged TurboTax 'glitch' relating to childcare credits.
A Toronto man is facing charges after driving away with gas nozzle still attached to car, seriously injuring a 63-year-old man; Toronto officials are touting a significant milestone in Eglinton LRT construction; and, CTV’s Pat Foran was the intended victim of one such call and decided to record it for Consumer Alert.
The driver of a Jaguar was allegedly seen speeding in Etobicoke, moments before they struck numerous vehicles, injuring three; York police released video showing the moment they chased down five suspects wanted in connection to an alleged home invasion in Richmond Hill; and, an Etobicoke family says a gap insurance policy they bought meant nothing when they were denied coverage after their car caught fire.
Police are searching for suspects after a pickup truck rammed into a Toronto jewelry store repeatedly in a brazen robbery attempt; General Motors announces plans to ramp up production at U.S. auto plants, prompting concerns for workers at GM’s Oshawa plant; and, the province is promising to help restore power to the more than 100,000 customers still without despite around the clock repair work following a major ice storm.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's counter-tariff plan today, as Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he wants to see the Canadian response go even further; Bayview Avenue has reopened after rainfall left large pools of water on the major arterial roadway; and, a Toronto woman who accidentally overpaid her electricity bill by over $8,000 struggled to get refund.
Canada is still working to unpack the announcement and figure out what exactly the country will be on the hook for; the weather, which transitioned from snow, to freezing rain, to rain, made for a messy day of driving; and, the iconic red canoe in Canoe Landing Park has been reduced to ashes after it was set on fire overnight.
Crews continue to clean up the damage from the weekend weather, bringing life for residents in parts of the GTA such as Barrie and Peterborough to a standstill; the man who spent over a week stabbing random people in Toronto was out on bail; and, police are warning of texting scams costing Canadians millions of dollars.
Mark Carney and Donald Trump say their first conversation over the phone was constructive, with U.S. President Donald Trump softening his tone in new comments about Canada; Video shows masked men breaking into a Vaughan home with hammers and a handgun, searching for car keys; and, the Toronto Blue Jays has apologized, and Premier Doug Ford called the fan whose ‘Canada Is Not For Sale’ hat lead to his removal from the home opener.
The Ontario premier spoke with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick for upwards of 25 minutes on Wednesday night about the auto tariffs; Peel Regional Police are still working to identify suspects wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that killed a man in his 20s; and, Blue Jays fans hit the Rogers Centre for the home opener game against the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday afternoon.
A 15-year-old girl has died after being struck by a car while crossing in a crosswalk in Scarborough; a trial for two men accused of shooting and killing Toronto city worker is underway; and, the Toronto Blue Jays is hoping to carry over their winning record from spring training into the regular season.
Toronto city council is debating a 24 per cent hike, arguing that councillors haven’t had a raise in their base pay in nearly 20 years; a fire in Markham destroyed four townhouses under construction; and, the operators of a downtown Toronto coffee shop say their store was vandalized twice in the last couple of weeks, and they are concerned they’re being targeted because of their Jewish faith.
A 19-year-old man is in custody and police say he knew the 16-year-old victim he fatally shot in a Toronto condo building; all but six Hudson's Bay locations in Canada began selling off their inventory today; and, a group of Toronto kids are making their mark on the city with a mural.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to call a federal election fresh off the heels of Ontario’s provincial election; investigators are working to determine cause of fatal apartment fire on the 21st floor, killing one woman; and, an Ontario woman punched in the faced while vacationing in Cuba is shocked no charges were laid.
Three weeks after Doug Ford and the Progressive Conservatives won their third consecutive majority government, the premier swore in his new cabinet; one woman is dead and a man is in hospital in critical condition following a highrise fire in North York; and, a senior with memory problems doesn’t remember signing a contract for furnace and air conditioner protection, despite not even having an air conditioner.
Premier Doug Ford pledges to protect against tariffs ahead of revealing who will play key roles in his cabinet; the city has revealed an action plan after a rash of coyote attacks in Fort York and Liberty Village; and, a Brampton, Ont. landlord says he’s tried three times over four years to have tenants who refuse to pay rent evicted, but each time they’ve appealed and now owe him $25,000.
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after the suspect of a fatal stabbing in Hamilton was shot by police; no ruling was made today, but if Hudson's Bay's liquidation moves forward, it could mean 9,000 people will be out of a job; and, an Ontario woman says she was scammed out of nearly $6,000 after she got a text message from someone claiming to be her son.
The site of a fatal house fire in Oshawa will be demolished as a father and daughter remain in the hospital in critical condition; more trade talks between bureaucrats – without Premier Doug Ford – will take place next week in Washington; and, a recent survey found 86 per cent of Canadians feel sleep deprived.
Doug Ford said although the U.S. did not agree to drop tariffs, another meeting is scheduled for next week after ‘productive conversations’; Canadian imams have launched a ‘Fast Feed’ campaign to tackle food insecurity in partnership with the North York Harvest Food Bank; and, fans of K-pop group BLACKPINK are angry after tickets to two Toronto shows were priced differently.
A mother and her nine-year-old daughter is dead after a fire engulfed an Oshawa, Ont. home; there are concerns in Hamilton that a 25% tariff on steel could devastate the industrial base of its economy; and, here's how an Ontario woman fought Enbridge on 7 years of overcharges on her gas bill, and won.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he has suspended the surcharge on electricity sold to the U.S. and that he will meet with trade representatives in Washington; Peel police say a child called 911 after an incident inside an apartment unit in Brampton that left a woman dead and resulted in the arrest of a man; and, an Ontario man says he had 'no idea' he would be responsible for his friend's car loan—something he co-signed—after she quit making her monthly payments.
Ontario has imposes a 25 per cent surcharge on electricity to U.S. amid Trump tariff threats; three suspects remain at large after 12 people were injured in a mass shooting at a pub in Scarborough; and, here's how a Toronto man lost over $300 to a scammer offering a ‘free kitten’ on Facebook.
A Markham community is concerned the shooting that left a young woman and a dog dead inside a home could be connected to violence in the tow truck industry; Toronto police is offering cash rewards in hopes of nabbing more suspects accused of stealing jewelry, alcohol, meat, and other items that later get resold; and, more than 1.3 million people are expected to pass through Pearson airport in the next 10 days, but tourists should exercise caution in some destinations.
Despite the announcement that some tariffs will be delayed until April 2, Ontario’s premier won’t budge until tariffs are completely gone; the Yorkville fire that is believed to have started in a home under construction and destroyed six homes, is being investigated as suspicious; and, some Canadians say it’s not fair that people with hearing loss in other countries are cleared to use the technology.
The union representing thousands of workers say they are prepared to strike on Monday if a deal isn’t reached; CTV News Toronto has exclusive details about a pair of late-night shootings connected to the towing industry; and, some taxpayers say they’re still waiting for the $200 rebate cheques from the Ontario to come, while others say the ones they received bounced.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the trade war is Trump’s attempt at collapsing the Canadian economy; The LCBO has removed U.S. products from its shelves and online inventory; and, the debate over a housing project to help vulnerable men in York Region is dividing councillors and the community.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he'll cut off energy exports to the U.S. 'with a smile on my face' in response to U.S. President Trump's tariffs on Canadian imports; tennis phenom Serena Williams announced her co-ownership of the Toronto Tempo, which also includes a role in jersey and merchandise design; and, the Better Business Bureau says people are losing thousands of dollars by clicking fake videos on social media.
Ontario PC Leader Doug Ford will remain premier for the next few years, the NDPs continue to be the official opposition party and the Liberals regained official party status; PC candidate Silvia Gualtieri defeated Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie in the Mississauga-East Cooksville riding, while the Liberals took the seat of Toronto-St. Paul's from NDP incumbent Jill Andrew; and, as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threat looms, Gram's Pizza decided to remove all American-made ingredients and products from its kitchen.
Residents are casting their ballot across Ontario to select the next provincial government in a snap election; and, two more fraud victims have come forward to reveal they lost $900,000 and $233,000 to an online fake bank GIC scam.
A “major” water main break was reported on Pelmo Crescent, near Jane Street and Black Creek Drive, early Wednesday morning; after a month of shaking hands, hugs, and pitching to Ontarians, voters will have their say on Thursday; and, nationwide, about a quarter of mortgage holders saw their monthly payment increase by more than $150 at renewal in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is speaking out over the efficiency of snow removal across the city; the Ontario election is in the final stretch as residents prepare to cast their vote in days; and, investigators say it could take several weeks to search a landfill for clues related to the disappearance of Shalini Singh.
A 21-year-old man is facing an attempted murder charge and a woman and young offender are also facing charges after an officer was shot; the Ontario government have released the conditions it agreed to with Therme when leasing Ontario Place land to the private spa; and, condo owners in North York say they were caught off guard by a notice for a possible $70,000 special assessment for a major repair.
Police forces across the GTA are on alert ahead of the anniversary of a Hamas-led attack on Israel that led to conflict in the Middle East; a Toronto police officer was rushed to hospital after being shot in midtown; and, a family trip for 10 to Saudi Arabia turned into a nightmare after discovering five of the discounted plane tickets bought online were fake.
At least 180 missiles were fired into Israel from Iran, as violence in the Middle East grows; safety questions are being raised after a woman was struck by an e-bike as she stepped away from a food truck into a bike lane; and, a 33-year-old man has been arrested after the bodies of two women were found inside a home in Courtice. Ont.
The Toronto Raptors will retire Vince Carter’s jersey, bringing the former superstar’s redemption arc in the city to a close; Peel police are hoping to identify a man they say committed two sexual assaults of two 19-year-old women in Brampton; and, a viral video of the moment a woman stole a Porsche Cayenne resulted in the arrests of five people, including two youths.
Toronto hopes to attract more world-class artists to Toronto with a new open-air concert venue able to welcome 50,000 at Downsview; police investigators believe a crash that sent two people to hospital with serious injuries was triggered by a rock thrown at a windshield; and, despite using a surge protector, two Ontario residents say it was unable to prevent a power surge from frying their expensive electronics.
Ontario's NDP and Liberal Party leaders dismissed Premier Ford's proposal to build an express tunnel under Highway 401 as a "silly" idea; the TDSB is holding a special meeting over a controversial field trip involving the Grassy Narrows rally at Queen's Park; and, a Collingwood, Ont. woman is upset after UPS lost a return package to Apple containing an iPad worth more than $2,500.
Murder charges against Toronto rapper Hassan “Top5” Ali were dismissed after a judge dismissed evidence from his social media accounts; advocates are fighting against a controversial bill implemented to free up beds in overcrowded hospitals in Ontario; plus, a new drug is available for people battling cancer as well as an aggressive form of lymphoma.
Police share a photo of the suspect wanted in connection with North York’s fatal double shooting; two men have been arrested in connection to a shooting in a Keswick park that left two people dead; plus, a fundraiser organized by the real estate community hopes to build new isolation rooms at The Hospital for Sick Children.
York police say they are treating the scene of a reported shootout where two men were found dead as a double homicide; Peel police are seeking the public's help to identify a woman they say stole a Porsche, running over the victim while fleeing with the vehicle; and, an Ontario family is devastated after falling victim to a scammer claiming to be selling Taylor Swift tickets, losing $1,800.
Police are investigating after two people died following an exchange of gunfire in broad daylight in North York; a construction worker has died following an industrial accident appearing to involve heavy equipment at Ontario Place; and, an $80 million Lotto Max jackpot, the largest prize in Canadian history, is up for grabs, with many players dreaming of cashing in.
A Toronto police officer was rushed to hospital with serious injuries while responding to someone in crisis; amid frustration over gridlock in the city, Toronto has now raised the fine for blocking intersections from $90 to $450; and, experts say criminals have pivoted to flooding your inbox with scam texts posing as various services trying to steal your personal data.
A witness says an exchange of gunfire that seriously injured an 18-year-old at a North York apartment sounded like 'machine guns'; many Air Canada travellers at Pearson airport are anxious about their travel plans as a potential strike by the airline looms; and, about 60 per cent of new cars are sold without a spare tire.
A GTA car theft ring got creative trying to avoid detection by police en route to stealing over $3 million in vehicles over several months; the widow of a man killed in a crash involving an OPP officer is hopeful police accountability is coming following a decision by judges; and, Kimberley Faber was denied boarding a flight from Toronto to Calgary to be with family following a death due to a typo in her name.
A 33-year-old woman is in critical condition and undergoing multiple surgeries after a shooting in the area of Mississauga Road and the QEW; Students at Agincourt Collegiate Institute were greeted with a large police presence a day after a shooting in the school’s parking lot; plus, A group representing infrastructure construction companies is calling for the city to make changes that may help speed up roadwork.
A 16-year-old boy is injured after a bullet grazed his head in a Scarborough high school parking lot; Emotional scenes outside a Toronto courthouse after Peter Nygard was sentenced to 11 years in prison; plus, Air Canada is warning travellers of a potential strike by more than 5,000 Air Canada pilots.
Officers say the 15-year-old slain in a shooting just outside a police station in Etobicoke was a targeted attack; despite the Ontario government implementing a cellphone ban in classrooms, experts say it will not prevent phone addiction.; and, an Ontario man was shocked when he was told he needed a new battery for his electric vehicle, when it only required a software upgrade.
CN Rail workers have issued a strike notice for Monday despite the federal government intervening in the matter; Residents in south Etobicoke watch in horror as armed police surround a home in their neighbourhood; plus, Toronto’s Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is playing a key role for several Paralympic athletes.
Two of Canada’s biggest railways are facing a shutdown, with close to 10,000 workers off the job as the strike begins; police are still investigating who is responsible for the death of Yuk-Ying Mui; plus, the Ex is showcasing the best food the CNE has to offer by announcing the inductees of the Food Hall of Fame.
A possible rail strike is leaving commuters in the GTA anxious as they could be without a ride starting Thursday; two teens involved in Toronto’s tow truck turf war are being accused of murder-for-hire; plus, Ontario Premier Doug Ford defends his government’s plans to close 10 consumption sites in the province.
There is pushback after 10 safe injection sites are set to close after the Ontario government implements a new policy; Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly has been reinstated to the team after a suspension that stemmed from a sexual harassment lawsuit; plus, 12-year-old Ewan Marchant adventured across the continent on his bike along with his father during the summer break.
A propeller malfunction was one of the findings the Transportation Safety Board included in the investigation of a 2022 ferry crash; after heavy rain and strong winds caused mayhem in parts of the region, clean up commences in Ontario; plus, a woman is seeking to get her money back after overpaying her visa bill online by about $13,000.
Nearby tenants evacuate as a building in Kensington Market is at risk to collapse; two 19-year-old men were shot by police in Innisfil, Ont. leaving one dead and the other injured; plus, Jill Dunlop is named the new education minister shortly after Todd Smith announced his resignation.
Toronto Police is releasing details of the interprovincial 11-month investigation called ‘Project Foxxx’ that led to 32 arrests; Toronto Public Health warns of increase in mpox cases across the city; plus, The Ontario government announces a new funding formula for daycare centres.
Police are still guarding a rural property in search of missing Markham woman Yuk-Ying Mui; development plans are making the future of the CNE uncertain; plus, the Toronto Maple Leafs announce Auston Matthews as the next captain.
The search for Markham realtor Yuk-Ying Mui is underway as York Regional Police Homicide Unit continues the investigation; Toronto officials are speaking out against the multi-use trail path extension plan in the west end that will cost the city $150 million; plus, After leading the NHL in goals last season, Auston Matthews is set to be announced as the next captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Homicide detectives are investigating after 56-year-old Markham realtor Yuk-Ying Anita Mui went missing last Friday; Police are investigating after at least dozens of shots were fired towards a Markham home for the second time this month; plus, Canada’s athletes return home after a record breaking Olympics.
Canada's star swimmer Summer McIntosh has returned home after collecting three Olympic gold medals and a silver for swimming; Concerns have been raised following an incident in which a student at the U of T Mississauga campus was allegedly attacked; and, A former employee is breaking her silence accusing Magna International CEO Frank Stronach of sexual assault.
A masked suspect has been caught on camera making hate-motivated graffiti in Vaughn and Markham; the search for Ying Zhang of Markham continues after the arrest of a suspect in connection with her disappearance; plus, a dedicated bus lane has now arrived on Spadina.
A 24-year-old woman is dead after being struck by a dump truck while cycling in Yorkville; police are identifying the victims of a quadruple shooting that left two people dead; plus, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow asks city staff to look for more ways to prevent flooding in the city.
Toronto police say the shooting at a Scarborough plaza that killed a man and a woman and injured two men had the earmarks of a 'gun battle'; Ontario is pledging to dish out millions to reduce construction time on the Gardiner by a year; and, Paige Harkness said she felt like her romance scammer groomed her for four years, meeting with her twice before stealing $14,000 from her.
Peel police say the 18 arrests in connection to a string of violent home invasions, robberies at carjackings had ties to organized crime; some Liberty Village residents and workers say the short drive to Fort York Park now takes 45 minutes due to traffic chaos; and, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman walked the red carpet in Toronto for the Canadian premiere of 'Deadpool and Wolverine.'
A man is dead and a woman and child were rushed to hospital after they were struck by a car in Bowmanville; Premier Doug Ford says there's a future for the LCBO in Ontario as the strike ends and the retailer prepares to reopen its doors; and, calls are growing for a pedestrian bridge after a weekend of long lines to board a ferry to the Toronto Islands.
A tentative deal is up in the air after a dramatic turn of events saw both the LCBO and union accusing the other of acting in bad faith; travellers packed Toronto Pearson and Billy Bishop as a worldwide outage led to the widespread cancellations and delay of flights; and, with the Honda Indy shutting down Lakeshore amid widespread downtown construction, attendees are being encouraged to transit to the event.
Nearly 500 Olympic-sized pools worth of partially treated wastewater poured into Lake Ontario, rendering most beaches unsafe to swim; two fatal cases of listeriosis in Ontario are being blamed on a recent recall of several Great Value and Silk plant-based milk in Canada; and, a Toronto city councillor raised a motion to rename a street near the Rogers Centre 'Taylor Swift Way' during her Eras Tour stop.
A day after Toronto was deluged by a month's worth of rain, the city is being asked on if it could have mitigated flood damage; as the TTC subway trains on Line 2 near the end of their lifecycle, Toronto hopes funding from Ottawa will help replace them; and, the union representing LCBO workers have returned to the bargaining table.
From planes, trains to automobiles, no mode of transportation was safe from a major rainfall event that triggered flash flooding; a homeowner expressed frustrations as he waded through waist-high water inside his now flooded basement; and, Toronto's Board of Trade says traffic in the city has reached a tipping point, prompting many to consider moving out to escape the gridlock.
A man has been charged after a shooting that left an Oshawa couple dead; the Ford government has announced an acceleration of the expanded alcohol sales plan in Ontario; plus, the award-winning production ‘From Away’ is coming back to Toronto.
There are growing frustrations over the 680 closures of LCBO stores; a pending legal challenge causes a pause to construction at Ontario Place; and, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow celebrates the anniversary of one year in office.
A second report was released detailing the issues at the Ontario Science Centre, issues critics say are the government's fault; a record number of condo listings is flooding the Toronto real estate market amid concerns interest for these units has stalled; and, meter transmission unit failure is causing sticker shock among thousands of Toronto residents suddenly facing a massive water bill.
Premier Doug Ford doubled down on his government's plan for liquor sales in the province amid a strike by LCBO workers; Air Canada flight attendant Mohammad Nasser Haj Ali says he has been getting stopped by airport security every day he comes to work.
Two people have been arrested and police are seeking two more suspects after a young man was shot in the head; Toronto residents are enjoying the heat as the remnants of Hurricane Beryl looms over the GTA; and, Ticketmaster notified customers that their personal data may have been compromised.
A man is dead after he was fatally shot on an apartment balcony in Toronto; police are offering a $100,000 reward for information in two bystander shooting deaths; and, Ontario Premier Doug Ford posted a video on social media promoting other options for Ontarians to purchase alcohol during the LCBO strike.
As LCBO workers strike for better wages and more full-time positions, the Ontario government voiced disappointment over the job action; A 14-year-old boy is facing a first-degree murder charge following the shooting death of 20-year-old Ajay Simpson in Toronto; and, the man rear-ended by a 14-year-old driver on the 401 in Mississauga says he never saw him coming ahead of the crash.
The union representing LCBO workers say talks have broken down and don't expect a deal can be reached before the strike deadline; the GTA continues to see home and condo sales in the region fall; and, Loblaw says it is getting rid of 'multi-buy' offers at its No Frills stores amid criticisms from shoppers.
The final tent came down ahead of a 6 p.m. deadline to clear the encampment at the University of Toronto; Toronto and the Ontario government are calling on Ottawa for funding to help replace the TTC's aging trains on Line 2; and, a GTA woman was shocked after discovering a black widow spider among the grapes she purchased at Walmart.
The injunction granted against the encampment at the University of Toronto gives police authority to arrest and remove protesters; a carjacking of a Mercedes SUV in downtown Toronto ended in a crash in midtown following an alleged chase by a second Mercedes SUV; and, an Ontario man who had a heart attack in Florida is on the hook for a $620,000 hospital bill after his travel insurance denied coverage.
From the street fair to parties to parades, millions of people are expected to descend on downtown Toronto for Pride festivities; sobering numbers to repair and maintain the Ontario Science Centre has tempered hopes Toronto city hall may be able to save it; and, Homa Ashrafpour of Richmond Hill thought she found an affordable cottage rental on Facebook Marketplace, only to lose $1,000 to a scam.
While police say the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old outside a condo complex was targeted, they don't know what triggered the hail of gunfire; a man who says he found the body of a man inside a vehicle says he was sitting in the driver's seat with his seatbelt on; and, anger is growing over the closure of the Ontario Science Centre amid questions over the justification behind the government's decision.
A stabbing outside Jane Subway Station that left one man dead; Toronto City Council moves forward on renovictions bylaw; and, questions continue to swirl about the decision to abruptly shut the Ontario Science Centre.
A 14-year-old boy has been taken into police custody after gunshots rang out in north Etobicoke on Tuesday afternoon; two workers had to be rescued from near the top of Toronto’s St. Regis Hotel after a cable snapped on a swing stage; and, Conservative candidate Don Stewarts' byelection victory in a long-time Liberal riding has sent shockwaves through Canada's political sphere.
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder for a mass shooting outside a Toronto school, killing two men and wounding three others; Flemingdon Park residents say they are feeling abandoned after police left the scene where dozens of gunshots were fired into a unit; and, questions are being raised about whether the sudden closure of the Ontario Science Centre for safety reasons was necessary.
The Ford government announced the sudden and immediate closure of the Ontario Science Centre citing a collapsing roof; a Vaughan neighbourhood is reeling after four people were shot inside a home, killing one of them in what police say was targeted; and, the death of at least two dogs while in the care of a Hamilton dog-sitting service called Kippen Care has attracted anger among residents.
Rick Leary announced at a press conference Thursday he will step down from his position as the TTC CEO as of Aug. 30; Rebel News has claimed ownership of a cube van spotted around Toronto displaying a message targeted at Muslims; an Ontario woman says she felt duped after giving $46,000 of her life savings to a psychic who claimed he could cleanse her 'evil spirits.'
A makeshift shrine is growing as a community mourns after a six-year-old boy was fatally struck by a school bus in Vaughan; the fatal shooting for a 21-year-old woman in Vaughan Mills' parking lot escalated to a police takedown of the alleged shooters in Brampton; and, the wife of the alleged gunman of a double-murder suicide says he believed the two victims had scammed their family of their life savings.
Toronto police have identified the two victims of a triple fatal shooting in North York as Arash Missaghi and Samira Yousefi; Toronto residents are being urged to exercise caution during this week’s heat wave as temperatures may hit 40 C with the humidity; and, anyone planning to travel to the United States with their dog after Aug. 1 must comply to strict new rules or risk being denied entry.
Three adults are dead following a shooting inside a building near Don Mills and York Mills, sending a nearby school and daycare into lockdown; several pools have extended their hours ahead of a heat dome expected to bring temperatures up to 40 with the humidex to Toronto this week; and, the union representing more than 8,000 LCBO workers voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike amid negotiations with the province.
Two of Toronto's five ferries are out of service this weekend for repairs, prompting an alert by the city to expect "long wait times"; the sex assault charges against billionaire Frank Stronach involved three women allegedly victimized between the 1980s and 2023; and, local businesses are gearing up as thousands are expected to descend on College St. for the 'Taste of Little Italy' festival.
Traffic in downtown Toronto is expected to worsen as track work on Spadina will force the TTC to replace streetcars with buses for the remainder of 2024; a battle is brewing between a small corner store near Ossington and the City of Toronto over the right to serve coffee and baked goods; and, criminals are now ordering expensive products to your home and then stealing them in a new kind of porch pirate scam called 'double decker'.
Convenience store owners are concerned about the Beer Store selling lottery tickets; a court has dismissed the legal challenge to Ontario Place redevelopment; and, a medication for chronic migraines has been approved.
It was a disastrous afternoon commute for Toronto drivers after a fatal crash involving three dump trucks shut down the Gardiner; three people were injured, with one rushed to hospital with stab wounds, following a large brawl outside Weston Collegiate Institute; and, the victim of a paving scam is speaking out over his arrest for holding onto equipment left by the scammers who fled after being confronted.
Parishioners are expressing sadness over the priceless art, many done by the Group of Seven, lost in a fire at a historic Toronto church; Jihad Akl describes the moment gunshots were fired on his restaurant, killing his son, and how he chased the gunman while injured; and, the University of Toronto's latest proposal to protesters to end the encampment on campus has been rejected.
A framework for a deal reached has been reached between the TTC and the union representing TTC workers; The Ontario SPCA is calling for financial contributions after 12 Shih Tzu dogs came into the organization’s care; and, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and CAMH collaborate for the Art of Healing patient program.
The union representing thousands of TTC workers say little progress has been made in negotiations to avoid strike action; a judge granted an order to get passwords to accounts owned by Aiden Pleterski amid allegations the self-proclaimed 'Crypto King' continues to hide monetary assets; and, Greg Pulver is on the hook for his tire flying off his car because he didn't return to the shop to get them retorqued.
Despite voicing confidence a deal can be reached with workers, TTC Chair Jamaal Myers also suggested commuters prepare a 'Plan B'; the family of the two men who died after suffering gunshot wounds in a shooting outside a Toronto high school shares their shock and grief; and, a Toronto woman said it took over four months for her travel insurer to reimburse her nearly $20,000 after being hospitalized abroad.
Students of a Rexdale high school admit the gun violence that killed a man in his 60s and injured four others left them unsettled; the Crown's star witness describes what he overheard leading up to and after a fatal shooting at a Mississauga restaurant; and, Ross Derry of Oshawa, Ont. was stunned to discover his coverage for a $4,000 e-bike that was stolen was limited to $1,000.
The SIU is investigating after a man was critically injured in a police-involved shooting in Scarborough; the five men shot, one fatally, in the parking lot of North Albion Collegiate Institute late Sunday night were part of the same soccer team; and, Rosemary Wysocki of Kitchener, Ont. described the frustrating process to get compensation for her lost suitcase from Flair.
Weekend closures of the Don Valley Parkway and Gardiner Expressway as well as Line 1 TTC closures have commuters bracing for chaos; despite contingency plans, the TTC workers' union says a total disruption is possible if nearly 13,000 workers walk off the job; and, Consumer Reports says the most effective tick and mosquito repellents contain 25 to 30 per cent deet as their active ingredient.
Donald Trump is the first former U.S. president to be convicted of felony crimes as a New York jury found him guilty of all 34 criminal charges in the hush money trial; comments by Premier Doug Ford suggesting immigrants are behind a shooting targeting a Jewish school prompted demands for an apology; and, a Mississauga man says his $11,800 wire transfer was lost by BMO for weeks after it was rejected, causing his business major trouble.
Video of a leaking roof leading to the flooding of a Toronto high school became the catalyst for a fiery debate at Queen's Park; prosecutors alleged the motive in a fatal Mississauga restaurant shooting in 2021 involved a bad deal and alleged terrorist ties; and, an Ontario senior was shocked to discover two plots of land she gifted to family for free led to a capital gains tax bill of $40,000.
A derelict house in Brampton linked to a city councillor racked up over $12,000 in fines amid a battle over bylaw standards; NDP MPP Sol Mamakwa made history speaking Oji-Cree in the Ontario legislature, a language he was punished for using at a residential school; and, Eglinton Avenue West ranks in the top three for worst roads in Ontario, with one car repair shop nearby calling it one of the world's worst.
A 16-year-old Scarborough teen has died following a late-night shooting inside a housing complex that has shaken neighbours; the 13-year-old sister of a man killed in an attack on Mississauga's Chicken Land restaurant describes the moment she came under gunfire; and, Canada's Competition Bureau has launched an investigation into the airline industry and its impact on fare prices.
The Crown attorney tells a jury in the murder trial of a fatal shooting at a Mississauga restaurant that the accused declared allegiance to IS; special constables with the University of Toronto issued a trespass notice to encampment organizers as talks remain ongoing; and, for the third time in a week, York police are investigating after shots were fired at a movie theatre specializing in Southeast Asian films.
Toronto is getting a WNBA expansion franchise, a move owner Larry Tanenbaum says will elevate basketball across Canada; police say the man killed and a man critically injured in a shooting outside a Mississauga school were known to each other; and, an Ontario family is blaming an Expedia booking agent for the mom missing her flight because her plane ticket didn't match her passport.
A 24-year-old driver is facing charges after a 16-year-old boy died from his injuries in hospital after being struck in Vaughan; Hamilton police are appealing to the public for help amid a surge in gun violence, including a spate of brazen daylight shootings; and, a new survey looking a summer travel plans has found more families are planning trips closer to home due to high costs of living.
Nearly 12,000 TTC workers are one step closer to potential job action, with a strike being made possible as early as June 7; the chaos from a fireworks fight moving up and down Bloor Street West on Victoria Day could be seen and smelt from blocks away; and, a Toronto pair was shocked a whole trip to Sweden to watch Taylor Swift's Eras Tour was cheaper than a scalped ticket to see her at home in November.
An unvaccinated five-year-old Hamilton child is Ontario's first death by the measles virus in decades; Ottawa has refused Toronto's request to decriminalize drug possession, prompting a call for support to Ontario to deal with the crisis; and, the lawyer for some investors claiming to be left in the lurch by Aiden Pleterski says they are gratified that charges have been laid.
Peel police say a noxious spray at a Brampton school prompted an evacuation and sent five students and a teacher to hospital; Durham police described the alleged fraud by Aiden Pleterski as 'massive', with the case involving Homeland Security in the U.S.; and, for 10 years, Pearson has been home to an apiary hosting millions of bees, with experts stating an airport is an ideal place for one.
Aiden Pleterski, Ontario's so-called 'crypto king', has been arrested and charged for his role in an alleged $40-million Ponzi scheme; Ontario is proposing a new law with stiffer penalties, including ignition interlock devices for some offenders; and, Maria Romano doesn't credit her longevity to good genes, but rather, to her family and loved ones who surrounded her on her 100th birthday.
The TTC pointed to an overnight oil leak for the shutdown that forced thousands to take alternate forms of transportation; an early morning shooting outside a North York night club sparks investigation; and, the latest round of repairs on the Gardiner Expressway slows commute to a standstill.
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow hinted the city may get a WNBA franchise soon, as fans say the city is ready for women's professional teams; Supt. Stacy Clarke's lawyer says TPS' proposed punishment is worse than another superintendent who crashed a car after drinking at work; and, Will Gossaert went from patient, to employee, to meeting the woman he'd get married to at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab.
Sheldon Keefe thanked fans online after he was fired as the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs following another first-round exit; Supt. Stacy Clarke is blaming Toronto police's rejection of promotions for Black officers as the motive for her misconduct; and, there is a growing trend of criminals creating fake versions of real websites to scam victims of their money and their personal information.
A man was apprehended outside Drake's home as neighbours expressed alarm over the attention the shooting brought to the area; 64 people between the ages of 16 and 89 are facing a combined 348 charges in a child exploitation sting spanning Ontario; and, Steve Park of Markham says he regrets answering the door from a paving company who then destroyed his lawn creating a substandard driveway.
A security guard is in life-threatening condition following a shooting outside Drake's house in Toronto; bullet holes riddled a vehicle in the aftermath of a fatal overnight shooting that also injured a woman in Toronto's Oakwood Village; and, John Richards had no idea the life insurance on a HELOC his wife took out for $150,000 had expired when she turned 70 until after she died.
The University of Toronto says they see a way forward in talks with pro-Palestinian protesters over their encampment amid growing safety concerns; Police Supt. Stacey Clarke is fighting a demotion for helping 6 constables cheat on an exam by highlighting mistreatment she says she faced; and, an Ontario man says a fake ad for a vacation rental in Costa Rica on Booking.com saw him lose nearly $8,000.
University of Toronto officials say they are concerned with reports of threats and how many protesters in the encampment may not be students; York police say an officer who was sent flying over the hood of a fleeing vehicle was fortunate to only suffer minor injuries; and, an occupational therapist says the new state-of-the-art rehab facility in Toronto is having an impact on patient care and recovery.
King's College Circle at the University of Toronto has become the site of an encampment by pro-Palestinian demonstrators despite fencing being erected to discourage against it; midtown residents near an intersection where a mother and child were struck by a vehicle say speeding has been a constant issue; and, the OPP says they're now screening all drivers they pull over in the GTA for alcohol with a breathalyzer test.
One week after Michael Bebee was named Canada's most wanted for a homicide in Toronto, a tip led to his arrest in P.E.I.; audio from an OPP dispatcher sheds light on the moments leading up to when a police chase ended in a deadly crash on Highway 401; and, an Ontario man said he paid $1,500 a year ago in an attempt to fast track his Nexus card application, only to discover he had been scammed.
What started as a robbery at an LCBO ended as a fiery crash that claimed four lives, including an infant's, after a wrong-way police chase; a cyclist has died in hospital following a collision with a flatbed truck pulling into a construction site in Yorkville; and, nearly seven million Canadians have still not filed their taxes ahead of the midnight deadline, with penalties possible if you owe money.
Ontario is implementing a series of restrictions to cell phones in schools, but some educators say the policy may go too far; police say they have arrested 12 people relating to a fraud scheme using over 680 fake identities to steal around $4 million; and, 1.7 million Canadians have signed up for Canada's new dental car program, but only 5,000 dentists have signed on.
Police are calling the moment an 11-year-old boy was struck by a transport truck in an Etobicoke intersection 'extremely traumatising'; the TTC says it could take days to make repairs following a track-level fire that shut down subway service west of Islington station; and, as spring cleaning gets underway inside many homes, some experts are sharing tips on products and procedures to maximize your time.
A witness said the moment a man was pushed from a balcony in Toronto startled her out of her bed; a spike in attacks and maulings has prompted Toronto to announce staff will visit all 373 dog owners designated as dangerous; and, Jeff Pierre of Markham took out a $5,000 loan with Wippy to pay for car repairs, but when he missed two payments, they repossessed his car.
Ontario hopes to ease its family doctor shortage through the reduction of paperwork with the help of AI and eliminating sick notes; Gate Gourmet Canada says if the strike by airline catering workers drag on too long, the company could lose its Pearson contract; and, Canada's new capital gains rules are making waves in cottage country with some owners wondering if they should sell their vacation homes.
Umar Zameer and Aaida Shaikh said the last three years since Const. Northrup died had been a nightmare for them; the man wanted for fatally shooting a Toronto man near the Danforth tops Canada's most wanted list and commands a $100,000 reward; and, an Ontario senior says he lost $25,000 after a falling for a fake website on Google that was masquerading as Best Buy's Geek Squad.
Accusations of collusion and perjury by three officers during the Umar Zameer trial, where Zameer was found not guilty, has attracted scrutiny as Toronto's police chief orders a review into plainclothes procedures; a 15-year-old teen is fighting for his life after he struck an object while on top of a moving GO Train just after midnight on Sunday; and, an EV battery plant from Honda would be the third in Ontario after deals with Stellantis-LG in Windsor and Volkswagen in St. Thomas.
Justice Anne Malloy questioned the credibility of the cops' witness testimony at the Umar Zameer trial while instructing the jury ahead of deliberations; nearly half a year after an announced pay bump for early childhood educators, many say they are still waiting for the wage increase; and, a cancer patient says the battle for his mental well-being was almost as great as his battle with stage 4 lymphoma.
Toronto police say they found the body of a man inside a home near Kipling and Eglinton following calls about a stabbing; despite bipartisan calls against the keffiyeh ban at Queen's Park, the motion to end the restriction did not receive unanimous consent; and, a Toronto woman thought she had gained employment via a job posting on social media, but was actually scammed out of $15,000.
Peel police revealed the more than $20 million gold heist from Pearson airport was an inside job; Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter was handed a lifetime NBA ban for disclosing confidential information to sports bettors; and, McDonalds customers are voicing shock to discover the restaurants' long-running free coffee loyalty program is over.
Dramatic video released by Toronto police shows three carjacking suspects being taken down by officers following a series of armed and increasingly violent auto thefts; judges and inmates alike are speaking out on 'deplorable' conditions at the infamous Toronto South Detention Centre; and, an Ontario nurse is fighting to recover a $130,000 investment with a mortgage company that has since been accused of being unlicensed.
The father of a friend of a 14-year-old drowning victim said he told them not to swim at Ashbridges Bay because of how cold the water is; a community is reeling after a brazen, daytime shooting killed 32-year-old Mohamud Abdi Duale on Sunday; and, Pat Shacklady of Midland, Ont. said BMO initially refused to reimburse her after she was defrauded $7,000 for a short taxi ride in Chile.
The SIU has invoked its mandate after a Toronto police officer was stabbed and the suspect shot by police in a violent altercation; the TTC has approved a pilot program to equip 20 special constables and 20 fare inspectors with body-worn cameras; and, the Ontario government says it won't require builders to include EV chargers in new homes despite billions invested in the EV supply chain.
Umar Zameer sobbed on the stand while recounting the moment he realized he ran over a plainclothes police officer, leading to his death; O.J. Simpson, the football star and actor who was acquitted in a sensational 1995 trial of murdering his former wife, has died from cancer at the age of 76; and, the seemingly emotional reunion of two trumpeter swans in Toronto, separated after one was injured, is melting hearts online.
An Ontario NDP private members bill declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic drew rare support from the Ford government; Toronto police are crediting time-release safes at pharmacies for the decline in robbery attempts; and, a couple says they are frustrated by their compensation fight with WestJet after flight delays led them to miss two days of their vacation.
Umar Zameer took the stand in his own defence at the first-degree murder trial of Const. Jeffery Northrup on Canada Day 2021; surveillance video shows a Toronto police officer tackling an alleged car theft suspect, an arrest that led to an officer getting injured; and, two women are facing charges after three children aged 10, nine and two were left unattended at a Pickering casino parking lot for 4 hours.
Over a million people stood shoulder-to-shoulder at Niagara Falls as the path of totality from the solar eclipse passed overhead; Two men are in hospital with critical life-threatening injuries following a fire inside the high-rise apartment building; and, eclipses have long inspired artists from Bonnie Tyler's 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' to Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey.’
One man is dead after an early morning shooting in a Brampton, Ontario neighbourhood; A Toronto resident that received a notice of owing almost $10,000 in vacant tax charges speaks out; and, Toronto Maple Leafs alumni team up with Baycrest to raise money for dementia research.
After months of renovations, the $300-million improvements to the Roger Centre have been unveiled; a Brampton home owner speaks out after a violent home invasion was caught on camera; and, new features of the newly-renovated Rogers Centre have been unveiled.
A steady stream of rain prompted warnings for residents to stay away from rivers and streams as a spring storm battered the city; a crash reconstructionist with the Toronto police explains how he pieced together the moments surrounding Const. Northrup's death; and, Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are at odds over a condition requiring fourplexes in order to receive housing funding.
Umar Zameer's wife, Aaida Shaikh, testified she thought the police badges plainclothes officers waved were fake when Const. Northrup died; Toronto police allege 33-year-old Curtis Beckles is responsible for the kidnapping and assault of a woman on Easter Sunday; and, doctors are urging solar eclipse watchers to get proper eyewear or risk permanent eye damage and vision loss.
For two hours, residents of a midtown neighbourhood were made to shelter in place as police unsuccessfully sought the suspect of a shooting; organizers of a pro-Palestinian rally are accusing Toronto Police of using excessive force after several arrests were made; and, the April increase in the carbon tax is most apparent at the gas pumps, where drivers had plenty to say about the additional cost.
Four school boards from across Ontario have launched legal action against four of the biggest social media platforms citing their negative impact on students; video of a private garbage collector's truck spitting black smoke has prompted renewed calls for the city to resume providing the service west of Yonge Street; and, a Brampton homeowner said he's on the hook $27,000 after a contractor damaged his underground hydro line while doing renovations.
Rampant efforts to steal vehicles in Toronto continue; key elements of testimony from a police witness are being questioned at Umar Zameer’s trial; Will Ontario meet the deadline to receive federal funding for affordable housing? There are renewed talks at city hall about whether garbage pickup west of Yonge Street should remain private; plus, a look at how Ontario plans to save you money on your auto insurance.
Experts say a design flaw in the Baltimore bridge likely factored into its collapse after a cargo ship smashed into a support; Ontario’s spending plan is its biggest in history, with more than $214 billion in spending and a large deficit; and, Patrycja Siarek's former landlord says city officials failed on multiple occasions to seize her dogs when she ignored orders to muzzle them.
Manslaughter charges against three OPP officers stemming from a shootout with a suspect that left a child dead have been withdrawn; Patrycja Siarek is out on bail and her dog was seized after it left a child with life-altering injuries when it attacked while unleashed; and, an Ontario woman is upset after discovering Priceless Car Rental in Fort Lauderdale, Florida does not accept Canadian insurance.
There is an outpouring of shock and support for Catherine, the Princess of Wales, following her announcement revealing her cancer diagnosis; Toronto's snow removal fleet has kicked into high gear, taking on a messy commute amid a spring snowstorm of nearly 20 centimetres; and, a Toronto tool and equipment company was broken into seven times in 2023 and is now struggling to afford business insurance.
Police say a series of shootings in Mississauga, Caledon and Brampton are all linked, and the three people killed were innocent and mistakenly targeted; the defence questioned the credibility of Sgt. Lisa Forbes during cross-examination at the murder trial of Const. Jeffrey Northrup; and, an Ontario couple says they've been fighting RBC for nearly four months after a bank employee lost an $8,600 bank transfer to a credit card.
Prosecutors are arguing that a Toronto constable was deliberately struck and killed, while the defence claims it was an accident; Among the conditions Toronto agreed to in order to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup include 'beautification measures' at the city's expense; and, the second annual auto theft summit in Peel Region discussed how criminals are seemingly becoming more brazen about stealing vehicles.
Toronto's drug checking service identified two new synthetics in the street drug supply said to be up to 20 times stronger than fentanyl; a two-bathroom garden suite in Toronto's Upper Beaches has sparked anger and controversy among its neighbours; and, barber shops and hair salons in Toronto are voicing growing concern about a spike in customers leaving before paying for their haircuts.
Toronto's police chief revealed the number of carjackings and break-and-enter auto thefts are escalating; Umar Zameer has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the 2021 death of Toronto Police Constable Jeffrey Northrup; and, Gurdip Sabharwal says he lost $17,000 after he was convinced to download remote software by scammers in order to invest in cryptocurrencies.
An investigation is underway into what caused the explosion and fire at a Brampton house that left three members of a family dead; Consumer Reports warns a number of video doorbells all linked to the same mobile app, called Aiwit, have serious security flaws; and, costumes, collectibles and pop culture converged on the Metro Toronto Convention Centre as Comicon takes over the weekend.
Police say the suspect made the 911 call and was waiting for officers who found the body of a woman inside a Scarborough townhome; private clinics report they are seeing a surge in requests to administer the MMR vaccine for travellers amid uncertainty over rising cases; and, Niagara Falls officials estimate as many as one million people may converge on the city to watch the total solar eclipse.
Witnesses alleged a stolen Mercedes SUV ran a red light, leading to a fiery six-car pileup in Scarborough that killed one person; the man charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shootings of two males in Regent Park was a son and brother of the victims; and, Toronto residents flooded outdoor spaces amid near-record-breaking warmth that made temperatures feel like summer in mid-March.
One person was arrested, and two officers were injured in a foot chase following a shooting in Regent Park that killed two males; neighbours and family members have identified one of the victims of a deadly Mississauga house fire as resident Alice Kret; and, two prospective renters thought they had found their next home on Rentals.ca, only to be scammed out of hundreds of dollars.
A 19-year-old is facing impaired driving charges with possible street racing charges pending after fatally striking a 55-year-old pedestrian; fire investigators say it could be difficult to determine what started a massive fire that destroyed three homes in Richmond Hill; and, an Ontario woman says the Bank of Montreal won't help her restore the thousands of dollars she lost to scammers impersonating the bank.
Homicide detectives have taken over an investigation at a Brampton home leveled by fire after human remains were found in the wreckage; Ottawa police crime sources say the weapon used in the mass killing of six people inside a suburban home was similar to a hunting knife; and, the PWHL has exceeded expectations in its first season, with ticket sales, television audiences and attendance records.
A mother, her four children, and a family acquaintance have been killed in a "mass killing" at a home in an Ottawa suburb; a tribute is growing outside the home of the Dotsenkos after the family of five was killed in a plane crash in Nashville; and, an Ontario family was stunned when they were told it could cost over $50,000 to repair their 2018 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid.
68-year-old Trevor Wheeler is facing second-degree murder charges after his wife, Estella Wheeler, was found dead in their Woodbridge home; the family of a recently deceased senior says his home was targeted repeatedly until there were 11 NOSIs registered against his property; and, a Brampton woman is furious a $700 baby monitor suddenly pulled all its security features unless she paid a monthly subscription fee.
Two adults and three children from Ontario are dead after a single-engine plane crashed on the side of an interstate in Nashville; Toronto police are trying to identify the man whose body parts investigators say were intentionally dismembered, washed ashore at Cherry Beach; and, an Ontario woman who never had a driver's licence was stuck paying a seven-year car loan after she co-signed with her son, who died.
Six people have been shot in Toronto’s west end – five killed – in just two weeks, pastors in north Etobicoke say; former Ontario Power Generation nuclear operator James Mousaly was denied bail for charges of allegedly leaking 'safeguarded' information; and, Lenora Bellehumer of Ajax, Ont. is among the thousands of Canadians that fell for a cryptocurrency scam online.
Police canvassed the neighbourhood where an elderly woman was shot several times in the face with a pellet gun in a seemingly random attack to find the suspect; tributes from across Canada poured in for the late, former prime minister Brian Mulroney; and, Toronto police says break-and-enters specifically targeting small business' debit machines are becoming a widespread problem in the GTA.
Witnesses say at least a dozen shots were fired in the middle of the day in an Etobicoke plaza, killing one person; a crossing guard describes the moment a she was approached by the victim of a seemingly random pellet gun attack pleading for help; and, politicians react to news that former prime minister Brian Mulroney has died at 84.
A cold front saw Toronto temperatures swing from double digits to below freezing, with winds that knocked out power in Etobicoke; the Ontario opposition are voicing concern that one of the two former staffers appointed to a judge's panel lobbies for a gun manufacturer; and, residents of a motel in use as an overflow shelter space for Peel Region are reporting cockroaches, bed bugs and other unsafe conditions.
Residents in Toronto's west end say they were startled from their sleep by as many as 20 blasts of gunfire that killed two men; Premier Doug Ford says he is 'tripling down' on his decision to appoint two former staffers onto a panel that selects provincial judges; and, the news that Wendy's is bringing 'dynamic pricing' to some U.S. restaurants has drawn a frosty response from some customers.
Video has emerged of the moment a Toronto police cruiser lost control making a right turn on a busy street, knocking over a light pole; around 3,000 contract faculty and education workers at York University are on strike, calling for better wages and job security; and, Natalya of Toronto says a story on YouTube prompted her to invest $340,000 into what turned out to be a cryptocurrency scam.
The closure of Lynx Air triggered a slew of flight cancellations, leaving hundreds of travellers stranded and scrambling; advocates are voicing anger after Delphina Ngigi became the second migrant from Africa to die waiting for a bed at a Mississauga shelter; and, Ontario is considering moving the damage threshold to report a crash to police in which no one was hurt from $2,000 to $5,000.
A judge found the deadly London, Ont. truck attack that killed four members of a Muslim family to have been terrorism; Premier Doug Ford was on hand to give Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow a 'big cheque' of $114 million for exceeding its housing targets; and, a woman with dementia lost over $600,000 to scammers after they called her every day with a new grandparent scam.
Toronto police told a pedestrian struck by a police cruiser that no ticket would be issued as the collision didn't result in an injury; a former Ontario Power Generation employee has been arrested for allegedly leaking 'safeguarded' information to a foreign entity; and, former auto consultant Terrance Bailey of Etobicoke says he's stunned by CRA's ruling that he has to pay back $38,500 in CERB benefits.
Toronto police say the suspect in a pair of seemingly random shootings at a bus stop got out of a stolen black Acura before firing; a Canadian couple says they are stranded in Turks and Caicos after thieves stole their passports during a break-in at their vacation rental; and, what is "ungraded beef" from Mexico and is it safe to consume?
Toronto police vehicles were fined over 1,000 times by automated speed and red light cameras in 26 months; two brazen and seemingly random shootings at a bus stop in just 24 hours, one fatal, has shaken up a North York neighbourhood; and, an Ontario family says they feel like they failed after the bag carrying a loved one's cremated remains was lost on an Air Canada flight.
Police arrested a 14-year-old girl and are searching for a male suspect following a stabbing at Wilson Subway Station; a new McMaster University study found school shutdowns did not have a major impact in slowing COVID-19 transmission; and, some GO commuters are voicing alarm over the surging number of e-bikes being transported on trains largely owned by food delivery couriers.
A burst of heavy snow sent parts of Toronto and the GTA into gridlock as fresh snow slowed the commute due to slick conditions; the Ford government is banning new tolls on all highways it controls, with the privately owned Highway 407 being a major exception; and, a new TTC ad campaign is urging riders of the benefits of headphones and a quiet commute amid a rise in complaints over unwanted noise.
The Ontario government scrapped a pilot by the LCBO that required photo identification to enter a store amid privacy concerns; the Toronto Region Board of Trade says congestion costs the city an estimated $11 billion annually in lost productivity; and, looking for love online? These are major red flags relationship seekers need to watch out for to avoid falling for a romance scam.
Premier Doug Ford took a swipe at Bonnie Crombie while announcing a referendum would be required before imposing carbon pricing, the automatic renewal of Ontario licence plates comes as the government says over one million cars are being driven with expired plates; and, amid a mild winter, one Thornhill woman says the federal carbon tax makes up for a quarter of her home heating bill.
The Ontario government will be repealing Bill 124 following a Court of Appeal decision that upheld the wage-cap law was unconstitutional; Toronto ride-hailing drivers are joining a global movement to walk off the job on Valentine's Day amid claims they make below minimum wage; and, within three hours of a Richmond Hill man losing a credit card in a food court, it racked up $5,700 in fraudulent charges.
The deal for Ottawa to provide $3.1 billion in additional funding for health care in Ontario has been in the works for a year; Toronto Pearson airport reported temperatures as high as 15 C, smashing a daily temperature record set 86 years ago in 1938; and, Toronto says they have seen improvements in traffic along King St. after installing traffic agents at six intersections in December.
A Pickering woman was unable to stop car thieves after they used one of several methods to hack her new Lexus; high speed was a factor in a violent crash in Brampton that killed three people, police say; and, an Ontario couple was shocked when told they could not get a refund of a cemetery plot purchased for $24,000.
It is alleged an extortion racket targeting South Asian businesses in the GTA for months has links to gang leaders in India; Toronto police say they believe Ahmed Ali fled Canada to Somalia before he was identified as a suspect in the death of a bystander by a stray bullet; and, Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares is taking the CRA to court over millions the tax agency says he owes over a signing bonus.
Police have launched an investigation into two dead bodies found inside a Richmond Hill; Mayor Olivia Chow says she wants to accelerate Toronto's rapid surface transit network plan; and, a trial project at a Vaughan hospital is helping move patients out of intensive care and into specialized units.
Lawyers of the five members of the 2018 Canadian world juniors team virtually appeared in a London, Ont. court; King Charles is set to begin treatment after receiving a cancer diagnosis; and, the official schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup features games in Toronto and Vancouver.
Toronto officials are celebrating over $162 million in additional funding to help house refugees and asylum claimants; a political expert says while the courts sided with the Ford government to keep mandate letters secret, it is not a good look; and, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman revealed a deal allowing NHL players to compete at the Olympics in 2026 and 2030 during All-Star festivities.
The parents of a seven-year-old with autism are demanding answers after he wandered from his Ajax school in only a t-shirt in January; Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says a historic 9.5 per cent property tax increase is necessary to build back a liveable city; and, whether it's the fan fair or the ice rink at Nathan Phillips Square, the NHL says there's something for everyone this All-Star weekend.
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is set to unveil a budget that trims back a property tax bump for homeowners to 9.5 per cent; car thieves ripped out the GPS tracker Toyota installed, but a backup GPS system allowed this Mississauga man to recover his stolen vehicle; and, the move to reschedule PA Days to accommodate a solar eclipse in April in Toronto has prompted debate among parents and students.
Security video shows two suspects fleeing from a minivan following a wild collision that took out a hydro pole and injured two paramedics; Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw says Toronto needs to increase its spending on police to ensure public safety in the city; and, n Rashaun Thomas' first birthday, his parents wanted to give back with a blood drive after donations saved his life.
Police released images of suspects after an alleged explosive device was used on a drive-thru ATM outside a TD Canada Trust; a Good Samaritan describes how he rushed over to help after a car crash in Uxbridge saw one car flip into a swampy area and the other in a ditch; and, the parents of a 6-month-old boy say they were left waiting in SickKids' ER for over 11 hours before their child was seen for an allergic reaction.
Police in Ontario have upgraded murder charges against Kenneth Law from second-degree murder to first-degree murder; a single dad to an infant boy says he has been unable to find a shelter to accommodate them nor a place to rent despite being employed; and, the owner of a German Shepherd that went missing from its Regina home was stunned to hear he was found at a Toronto shelter.
As Coun. Brad Bradford pushes to end tobogganing bans at Toronto parks, a new report says 'risky play' is essential to child development; a joint car theft task force among Ontario police has led to 89 arrests and 554 criminal charges since September; and, Aldo Mucciarone of North York says Air Canada denied him compensation after his golf clubs were destroyed during a flight from Florida.
An investigation has been launched into an altercation that left a dementia patient with massive bruises at Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says she will do everything she can to protect emergency services from budget cuts, if not enhance services; and, an Oakville, Ont. man says he was trying to save money when he bought his flight through a ticket broker, only to end up stranded in India.
Students of Northview Secondary School in North York say being locked down for the second day in a row is causing some stress; Ontario is overhauling its kindergarten curriculum to add more early reading, math and STEM learning for students; and, a dad from Keswick, Ont. was told by Wealthsimple nothing could be done when he mistakenly e-transferred $5,000 to the wrong person.
Former police officer James Forcillo told jurors at the inquest into Sammy Yatim's death that a Taser could have been a difference maker; at least one person is injured after a masked suspect who was reportedly seen carrying a machete sent a North York school into lockdown; and, Toronto police are warning about a new scam where residents are being sent fake text messages for parking violations.
Cindy Ali says she can now heal and grieve her daughter, Cynara, after she was acquitted of first-degree murder charge in a retrial; a woman was forced to throw her child from the second floor into the arms of a police officer to escape a fire inside an Ajax home; and, a 46-foot lake yacht priced at $2.5 million is among the more than 1,000 boats on display at the Toronto Boat Show.
A 15-year-old boy is dead after he was thrown by one vehicle before being hit by a second while crossing the road in Vaughan; the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses says not enough time has passed to recall CEBA loans; and, an Ontario man was shocked when OHIP paid him less than $2,000 towards a $28,000 bill for shoulder surgery at a private clinic in Calgary.
Christina Hecktus says only 12 hours after her five-year-old daughter was admitted to hospital, she died from complications of Group A strep; the family of June Turcotte says a security guard at Michael Garron Hospital put the 84-year-old dementia patient in a headlock and left bruises on her face and arms; and, Canadians lost $27.6 million to job scams that prompt victims to deposit fraudulent cheques before sending funds to the scammer.
A Liberal MP is blasting Toronto's threat of a 16.5 per cent property tax increase without additional support from the federal government; four teens between the ages of 14 and 18 have been charged following a violent robbery at a pharmacy where two employees were punched; and, as a deep freeze brings icy road conditions to Toronto, police say drivers not slowing down are leading to avoidable accidents.
Whether it’s packing on layers or braving the elements with a hat or mittens, here's how Toronto residents are battling the cold; police say they have charged a man following an altercation involving security at Scotiabank Arena following a Toronto Maple Leafs game; and, travel experts warn that a cheap, last-minute deal may signal renovations or construction at the resort or inconvenient flights.
Most of the GTA is expected to get up to 10 cm of snow, with northern parts of the GTA bracing for a possible 25 centimetres by Saturday; Peel police say they fielded almost 800,000 inappropriate calls to 911, with Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown proposing a fine for 911 abuse; and, 'Buy now, pay later' plans can be helpful by splitting payments, but if you're late, you can be hit with major penalties.
After weeks of demonstrations, Toronto police say they are banning future protests on the Avenue Road overpass above Highway 401; a new study has found Toronto has the third worst traffic congestion in the world, with many drivers saying it's only getting worse; and, Apple has agreed to pay $14 million to settle a class action lawsuit over batteries on older phones, entitling users to at least $150.
Toronto is proposing a 10.5 per cent property tax hike, which could rise to 16.5 per cent without refugee support from the Trudeau government; a man sustained injuries after he fell onto the tarmac at Toronto Pearson after opening a cabin door on an Air Canada plane bound for Dubai; and the scanner price accuracy code states if you're overcharged due to a scanning error, if the price is less than $10, the product is free.
The mother of Dylan Isaacs said his friend called her with the news that her son was fatally shot after attending an NFL game in Miami; police say 19-year-old Raneilia Richards was an innocent bystander when she was killed outside a Mississauga nightclub; and, police have issued a warning, concerned there may be more victims of a man arrested for allegedly confining and sexually assaulting a teen.
Toronto's deputy mayor and a city councillor are calling for the arson at a North York deli to be investigated as an act of terror; Toronto's police chief has issued an apology after images of cops handing pro-Palestinian protesters coffee and doughnuts went viral; and, the tenants of a Toronto building say they have been without heat since mid-December, with no hopes of heat for at least two more weeks.
Police say they have laid first-degree murder charges in the death of an infant in Thornhill; a witness says the driver and two passengers of a Tesla were in shock after their vehicle slammed through the patio doors of a townhouse; and, from window washing to floor sweeping, 12-year-old Christopher French did any odd job to raise $15,000 for the John Tavares Foundation.
Nearly 70 victim impact statements will be read in the sentencing of a man convicted of killing four members of a London, Ont. Muslim family; fire crews had to help at least one injured construction worker after the cherry picker they were on was clipped by a TTC bus; and, a Mississauga woman says she lost $5,500 after a scammer, claiming to be with the CRA, used threatening language in a call.
Toronto police's hate crime unit is investigating pro-Palestinian graffiti at a North York deli targeted by arson; Ontario health care workers say they are nearing a breaking point as staff shortages and increased workloads are driving them away; and, from 'Downton' to 'Lake Share,’ the City of Toronto is apologizing for some glaring typos on new bike path signs.
A fire inside a TTC subway car at Sheppard-Yonge Station due to an e-bike is prompting concerns over lithium-ion batteries; Toronto transit agencies say the crowds on New Year's Eve exceeded expectations after a fight led to delays and overcrowding; and, the Canadian Taxpayer's Federation says Canadians can expect higher taxes on gas and alcohol in April, on top of payroll tax hikes.
According to court documents, police believe the Hells Angels used a two-bedroom condo unit in Yorkville as a stash house for cash; New Year's Eve celebrations in Toronto are expected to begin at 10 p.m., culminating in a large fireworks display along the waterfront; and, a $53 travel mug from Zojirushi can keep drinks hot for 13-and-a-half hours, 6 hours longer than its closest competitor.
New video shows more of when an officer appeared to use his knee while arresting a man at a pro-Palestinian protest; Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown says the city faces a surge of public safety issues, from car theft to the rise in extortion threats; and, all car seats sold in Canada are safe to use, but consumers have to be sure they are deploying their seats correctly.
No injuries have been reported following a fire that completely gutted a Scarborough home; the OPP are urging drivers not to drink and drive amid a spike in impaired driving charges this holiday season; and, now may be the best time to shop for tech gifts
Toronto police are urging civility at demonstrations planned in Toronto this weekend as war in the Middle East continues; as shoppers rush for final gifts, many small businesses say the Christmas shopping season has been lacklustre compared to previous years; and, at Union Station, the rush to get home in time for Christmas is on, with as many as 12,000 passengers expected on Friday.
Nearly half a billion dollars from Canada's housing accelerator fund is expected to help Toronto expand its affordable rent program; an Ontario judge has ruled it is unconstitutional to deny automatic citizenship to children of foreign-born Canadians who are born abroad; and, Toronto residents that relies on street parking are questioning how the city will accommodate the transition to electric vehicles by 2035.
The driver of a stolen U-Haul has been arrested after allegedly kidnapping someone at gunpoint and leading Toronto police on a pursuit through the city; some Toronto neighbourhoods are turning to private security companies to patrol their area in an effort to deter car thieves; and, a University of Manitoba researcher is being credited with cracking a code found inside an 1880s silk, bustle dress.
Two of five passengers in an SUV are dead following a serious collision in Caledon, Ont. involving a school bus with one student on board; Detroit is negotiating an agreement with the TTC to purchase the since-decommissioned Scarborough RT trains for $1 million; and, in an interview, Celine Dion's sister Claudette says the singer is working hard, but she doesn't have control over her muscles.
A witness video showed officers arrest two suspects after they allegedly attempted to ram a police blockade with a stolen car; Three York police officers are being hailed as heroes, credited with saving three adults from a smoke-filled home in Vaughan; and, a community group is trying to blow the whistle on what they believe is an illegally operating short-term rental in Kensington Market.
The mother of two boys found dead inside a Scarborough apartment after her fall from its balcony was charged with their murder; Toronto police were patrolling Yorkdale Mall offering tips to Christmas shoppers on how to not become a victim of thieves; and, a Vancouver man says he was scammed out of $2,300 after he fell for a fake Flight Centre website he googled.
Premier Doug Ford says he trusts Ontarians to continue to drink responsibly as the province announces expanding alcohol sales into convenience stores; security video showing four people running away before a fire consumed a $13.8-million mansion under construction has sparked suspicions; and, Noah Patricio of Toronto is the first recipient of a Lotto 6/49 Gold Ball jackpot of $68-million.
Warnings about tax hikes and job losses have resulted in the Ontario government reversing plans to dissolve Peel Region; A judge has found Toronto police officer Const. Ronald Joseph not guilty on five counts of fraud relating to the tow truck industry; and, the Ontario town of Cochrane, seven hours north of Toronto, is offering plots of land for $10 with the goal of attracting young homeowners.
Yusuf Faqiri says his brother can be at peace after a jury's verdict that Soleiman Faqiri's death inside a jail cell was a homicide; Toronto's top lawyer is warning the city that unless it reverses its pause on ridesharing licences, it could lose the lawsuit filed by Uber; and, a Toronto woman says she was scammed out of more than $7,000 after falling for a cryptocurrency scam she found on TikTok.
Neighbours in a Scarborough apartment building are expressing their horror over the death of a four and five-year-old boy; Ontario authorities have charged Kenneth Law with 14 counts of second-degree murder for his role in aiding suicides in the province; and, police say 27-year-old Diego Armando Lillo of Toronto attempted to defraud a senior out of $15,000 using the grandparent scam.
Twenty-two-year-old Shardanae Cousins-Emily has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a three-year-old boy; a 37-year-old man is dead after he was shot by York Regional Police inside the stairwell of a building in Newmarket, Ont.; and, a Beaches laundromat owner was inspired by the theft of two sweaters from a customer's machine to start donating coats to the homeless.
A new report is predicting the annual cost of food for a family of four will be $700 more in 2024 amid growing concerns over inflation; residents say they have been expressing safety concerns about the road where a woman was fatally struck by a garbage truck; and, police have released video of the suspects fleeing after an off-duty cop was stabbed trying to stop a robbery at Best Buy.
An off-duty police officer was stabbed in the wrist attempting to stop three suspects from robbing a Scarborough Best Buy; hundreds of moviegoers were forced to evacuate after two suspects sprayed an unknown substance inside a GTA theatre; and, whether it was orange juice, bacon or Kraft Dinner, one expert says as many as 25 to 30 items were hit by shrinkflation in 2023.
Durham police released body camera footage showing officers holding a runaway kangaroo by its tail after it evaded capture for three days; Premier Doug Ford took aim at Ont. Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie as 'out of touch' on her first day at Queen's Park, with Crombie firing back; and, Judy Poirier of Scarborough says she paid $80,000 after a door-to-door roofer claimed her roof needed fixing when it didn't have any issues.
A 14-year-old boy is facing charges in connection with the sexual assault of two six-year-old girls at a Toronto summer camp; a construction worker suffered life-altering injuries in a hit-and-run on Highway 401; and, An Ontario man says he lost $11,000 in an online scam he thought was endorsed by Elon Musk and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Ottawa has mandated Rogers must offer cellular service on the TTC to all carriers by Oct. 3; the number of charges in the Toronto sexual-assault case against Peter Nygard has been reduced from 11 to six; and, experts say managing a prolonged power outage starts with keeping your cell phone charged.
Toronto Police Service is facing criminal charges in connection with a shooting in February that left a man seriously injured; An additional five global deaths have been linked to Kenneth Law, as a mother tries to unite victims families; Stars and moviegoers embrace day two of TIFF 2023; A report from Toronto Public Health shows shocking long-lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on young children; and the first of the new RSV vaccine for Canadians over 60 was administered this week, here's what you need to know.
New Ontario Housing Minister Paul Calandra dodges questions on Greenbelt while committing to build more housing; TIFF red carpet update as stars, filmmakers, and moviegoers hit the Toronto cinema on opening night; Toronto police are searching for multiple youth suspects in a string of alleged robberies throughout the city; and Report shows owning a car for four to 12 years or more could cost hundreds a year in service repairs.
Toronto police have charged a young boy after he allegedly stabbing his sister to death at a complex in Scarborough; Mayor Olivia Chow says the city needs to be 'courageous' when dealing with Toronto's financial shortfall; An Ontario middle school says its hiring more staff after reports of over-crowded classrooms of up to 39 students; and a first-year university student spent $1,700 ordering a new laptop only to find someone replaced it with two large books.
The mystery man known as the Greenbelt’s “Mr. X” has been identified as John Mutton, former Clarington mayor; Police say a man in Etobicoke, Ont. was shot and killed while taking out the trash with his girlfriend Tuesday night; Sisters living in their midtown Toronto unit for three years were shocked to see their landlord increased their rent by $7K;
Here's how Toronto residents will be spending their Labour Day long weekend; York police charged a young driver using clues from videos posted to social media allegedly taunting police while street racing; and, the Greenbelt scandal is expected to dog Ford's government with more integrity watchdog reports and a possible RCMP investigation.
Ontario's Housing Minister Steve Clark apologized but refused to resign despite the deepening Greenbelt scandal; the integrity watchdog's report claims a lobbyist known as Mr. X was promised $1-million to remove a lot from the Greenbelt; and, an advocacy group is calling on banks to do more to secure accounts from scammers, rather then blame customers for being scammed.
The integrity commissioner found Housing Minster Steve Clark broke ethics rules in his handling of Greenbelt development plans; local beekeepers scrambled to collect five million bees that fell off a truck in Burlington; and, BMO denied a $3,000 refund to a Hamilton woman after she says she clicked into a fake website of the bank, leading to hackers stealing her money.
Kenneth Law now faces a total of 14 charges tied to the sale of sodium nitrite to 14 victims in Ontario; a man was seriously injured after he was reportedly thrown from a midway ride at the CNE; and, Bella Thompson from Saskatchewan continues to beat the odds after a life-saving bowel transplant at SickKids.
The Ontario government says its revamped school curriculum puts a new focus on the basics of writing, reading and math; hotel cleaning staff reported the discovery of three guns, leading to the arrest of an Ottawa man; and, research from Fakespot found that 42 per cent of Amazon's reviews are not real.
An unseen video of Kenneth Law has been released; community and family members are speaking out after a tragic storm drain accident killed one teen; and, an Ont. woman killed in a car crash earlier this week has been identified as a former figure skater and Olympian.
The TTC has permanently shut down Scarborough's Line 3 following a derailment; drivers of high-end luxury vehicles are being targeted by carjackers in Markham; and, an international student is speaking out about the living conditions he was forced to endure due to Toronto's housing crisis.
The RCMP say they have been referred by the OPP to explore opening an investigation into the Ford government's Greenbelt plans; a cyclist was struck in a fatal hit-and-run moments after police spoke with the driver; and, a Vaughan man says he lost $8,000 after scammers used AI to impersonate a friend of his.
The chief of staff for Ontario's housing minister has resigned in response to a scathing Greenbelt report; A man stabbed multiple times while out for a walk with a toddler in Oshawa may have been randomly attack; and, a Scarborough senior regrets paying $55,000 for a poor, incomplete job by a door-to-door roofer.
Toronto police say a man in his 40s was fatally shot after a group of men got into an argument; a major electrical fire knocked out power at a downtown apartment building; and, a Bolton woman says a third-party rechargeable battery purchased through Amazon is being blamed for a fire that gutted her home.
Tens of thousands in Yellowknife, N.W.T. and Kelowna, B.C. are under an evacuation order as wildfires threaten communities; the containment in Mimico Creek of chemical runoff from a massive industrial fire was breached; and, the 144th edition of the CNE has kicked off.
It could become more expensive to live and work in Toronto as the city seeks solutions to its budget shortfall; the man killed in a hit-and-run in downtown Toronto was in a fight and being chased by another man before he was fatally struck; and, a new graduate is speaking out after she bought a used car for $7,500, only to discover the odometer was rolled back 100,000 km.
Toronto Budget Chief Shelley Carroll says the city will have to make 'big moves' to make up a billion-dollar shortfall; one resident where a nine-year-old girl was mauled by three large dogs says her dog had previously been attacked by the animals; and, the neurosurgeon who performed a life-saving brain surgery on a 10-year-old says it's surreal to be working alongside her years later.
CTV News has obtained details on what the elementary teachers' union and the province are offering in contract bargaining talks; Two more people have been arrested and a third suspect is outstanding in the death of Karolina Huebner-Makurat by a stray bullet; and, an Oakville senior says she lost more than $16,000 after she got a call from someone claiming to be with her bank.
The Toronto Wildlife Centre says they have saved dozens of ducks covered in oil and sludge caused by a six-alarm fire; most Ontario elementary and secondary teachers are calling for a strike vote; and, Ontario's finance minister was made to defend the government's Greenbelt decisions during his fiscal update.
It took around 11 hours for a massive industrial fire in Etobicoke involving over 100 firefighters to be mostly extinguished; Premier Doug Ford pushed back on the notion that certain developers were given preferential treatment with Greenbelt changes; and, here's why Jose Bautista wanted to retire a Blue Jay.
Doug Ford's office has requested a review into the housing minister's chief of staff’s handling of the Greenbelt changes; as of Aug. 15, commuters will be able to use their credit, debit, smartphone or smart watch to tap onto the TTC; and, a $70 million lottery jackpot after it was officially declared the ticket has gone unclaimed.
The Ford government's Greenbelt plan for housing favoured certain developers, who stand to make up to $8.3 billion; Toronto-born Robbie Robertson, one of rock's greatest songwriters and lead guitarist for 'The Band' has died; and, an estimated 22 million people registered for tickets to one of six Taylor Swift concerts in Toronto.
The group High Park Access For All want the city to reverse changes that reduced car access to High Park; Starting Sept. 5, the LCBO will no longer provide paper bags to customers; and, Toronto tennis fans say the National Bank Open allows for an intimate atmosphere with some of the sport's biggest stars.
A Toronto woman is speaking out after she was mauled by a dog and wants to thank the people she says helped save her life; a mother and two children were injured and their dog was killed after a driver in a stolen truck smashed into their stopped car; and, crews are putting finishing touches on Exhibition Grounds for Toronto's annual Caribbean Carnival celebrations.
The City of Toronto has launched an investigation into one of its workers after he was seen pushing his car into a protester at High Park; Taylor Swift is bringing her Eras Tour to Toronto for six shows; and, Charlie Li and Hari Pillai achieved an average of 100 per cent in their top six grade 12 courses at Toronto schools.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau are separating; Trinity Bellwoods is one of 27 parks across Toronto where the city is temporarily allowing residents to drink alcohol; and, It was Zak Muise of Waterford, Ont.'s third time fighting wildfires in B.C. when he died after the vehicle he was in rolled over.
An Ontario mother is expressing relief after her toddler got life-saving heart surgery that was cancelled four times before; the Daily Bread Food Bank has secured extra freezers to preserve the perishable food donated by Metro amid a workers' strike; and, a man is in hospital in critical condition after he was allegedly shot three times by police.
Two people are facing charges after an alleged road rage incident led to a vehicle nearly hitting pedestrians in downtown Toronto; residents tell CTV News the woman seriously injured in a shooting at a Toronto apartment building was the property manager; and, Metro says all perishables will be transferred to other stores or will be donated to food banks amid a workers' strike.
Here's how Toronto is beating the heat and humidity Friday; families who lost loved ones after allegedly using products sold by Kenneth Law wish police had acted sooner; and, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says it’s the Trudeau government's job to step up and resolve the refugee crisis in the region.
Marina Pergat is hopeful the fifth heart surgery appointment is the last for her toddler after four cancellations by SickKids in two months; officers paid tribute to Bingo, the first Toronto police dog killed in the line of duty; and, some Ontario drivers are getting letters from their insurers requiring them to install a security device or have their premiums hiked.
An Ontario mother says a much-needed heart surgery for her three-year-old boy has been cancelled four times in under a year by SickKids; a murder suspect shot and killed a police dog while attempting to evade arrest; and, a Brampton family is warning other Tesla owners to know how to manually open their car door in case their battery dies.
Police say the shooting that killed a man while in the front seat of a vehicle in downtown Toronto was not random; a 17-year-old girl was charged and police are looking for the driver of a stolen vehicle that struck an officer on a bike; and, the TTC is investigating after a car on the Scarborough RT train derailed Monday night.
Shamar Powell-Flowers’ mother shared her grief at the scene where her 29-year-old son was fatally shot in Greektown; Ontario's reliance on nurses working for private agencies cost more than $173 million since 2022; and, Eduardo Tso says he thought he could collect CERB because his shifts were reduced during the pandemic, despite still working.
Police say pizza delivery driver Gurvinder Nath was lured by suspects to the site he was killed in a fatal carjacking; an arbitrator cited a staffing crisis and high inflation in awarding Ontario nurses an 11 per cent raise over two years; and, a former RCMP member has been charged with foreign interference.
Neighbours described the 25-year-old man fatally shot in an Etobicoke townhouse complex as well-liked; Toronto city council unanimously passed a motion to declare intimate partner violence and gender-based violence an epidemic; and, this is how a group of Toronto tenants successfully fought extra fees their landlord tried to impose on them.
Community activists are expressing anger over the neglect faced by refugees forced to sleep on Toronto's streets; Gurvinder Nath was working as a food delivery driver in Brampton when he was killed in a violent carjacking; and, 15 people are facing over 70 charges after Peel police busted a vehicle theft ring.
Canada's federal government announced nearly $100 million in additional funding to help refugees seeking shelter in Toronto; 3,700 Metro grocery store workers in the GTA are poised to go on strike at midnight; and, Toronto residents would need to earn $40 per hour to afford to rent a two-bedroom unit.
Family and friends says Karolina Huebner-Makurat was a 'beacon of light' ahead of a vigil in her honour; Paramount Fine Foods Founder Mohamad Fakih is pledging $20,000 to house homeless refugees in Toronto; and, a handful of big grocers have pulled booze from their shelves because they say it is losing them money.
Refugees remain on Toronto streets amid funding stalemate between the city and the federal government; storm run off can cause some Toronto beaches to become unsafe to swim; and, a Mississauga woman said her insurance denied coverage on nearly $2,000 in repairs for her car after her front wheel flew off.
No major injuries have been reported after a tornado touched down in Ottawa; police have arrested 32-year-old Damian Hudson for the fatal shooting of an innocent bystander and mom of two in Leslieville; and, Toronto's shelter capacity issues for refugees has led to other regions in the GTA becoming inundated with requests.
Refugees arriving in Toronto are finding themselves having to sleep on the street; Olivia Chow was sworn in as Toronto's 66th mayor to a standing-room-only crowd at city hall; and, the University Health Network in Toronto is apologizing after 100 patients were erroneously billed for a test covered by OHIP.
Toronto's annual Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit for 2023 ran out in May, stranding around 75 people in shelters; a bill is currently before the province that will require children 12 and younger to wear a life jacket or floatation device; and, a new Toronto park's central water feature, a heart-shaped pond, is now green.
Road rage may have led to a double shooting near Yonge and Bloor in downtown Toronto; the search continues for three suspects in the fatal shooting of an innocent bystander and mother of two in Leslieville; and, Toronto Mayor-elect Olivia Chow pledges to address surging violence once she formally takes office.
Witnesses say the woman fatally shot in downtown Toronto was an innocent bystander; Toronto police have identified the man who allegedly seriously injured another in a stabbing on a TTC subway; and, a heartbroken dog owner is speaking out after her pet was attacked and killed by a coyote while walking near two Brampton schools.
A video being shared on social media purports to show the moments surrounding the stabbing of a man on a TTC subway near Eglinton; Tom Cruise talked about the traffic in Toronto during a recent interview; and, Canadians are cutting back on summer trips and vacations.
A girl under 10 years old was rushed to hospital after being struck by a vehicle near High Park; a man found below the site of an apartment fire in Oakville may have jumped to escape the flames before he died; and, forensic genealogy has helped identify the body of a woman found in a river in Ontario in 1975.
Toronto is under a heat warning as the sun, hot weather and humidity combine to create swampy conditions in the city; a $6.5-million project that includes replacing streetcar tracks and resurfacing roads and sidewalks is underway on Broadview; and, will beer in convenience stores become reality in Ontario?
Scarborough was the scene of a fatal stabbing and three separate drive-by shootings Friday afternoon; Toronto had the world's worst air quality thanks to wildfire smoke for the second time in a week; and, here's how students celebrated the last day of school.
Toronto police says a tip allowed them to positively identify the remains found in a dumpster in May 2022; Toronto police say they are deploying extra resources to ensure the safety of Canada Day revellers; and, residents near where a dog seriously injured a child allege the same dogs also attacked their dog and have a history of violence.
Toronto ranked as the worst amongst major cities worldwide for air quality thanks to wildfire smoke; an off-leash dog seriously injured a young girl near a Toronto apartment; and, a Toronto man is protesting outside RBC headquarters daily after he said the bank erroneously gave him a variable mortgage.
Olivia Chow meets with city officials as she prepares to lead Toronto as it's new mayor; Toronto police are investigating after a daycare was hit by an alleged drive-by shooting in downtown Toronto; and, the parents of a man say they believe he fell to his death while trying to climb to the top of a Toronto building.
Voters are casting their ballots for one of the 102 candidates in Toronto's mayoral byelection; Toronto police are investigating a fatal stabbing at a Scarborough plaza; and, meet Gradey Dick, the newest Toronto Raptor after he was selected 13th overall in the NBA Draft.
Polls show the race to become Toronto's next mayor is tightening between Olivia Chow and Ana Bailao; a Muslim student at a Brampton high school says he was singled out during a controversial lesson he claims was blatantly racist; and, thousands are expected to descend on Toronto's downtown to participate in festivities culminating in the Pride parade on Sunday.
The U.S. Coast guard says debris indicates the missing Titanic submersible suffered a "catastrophic implosion," killing all five onboard; a man is dead and a woman is in hospital after a shooting in Mississauga; and, will John Tory's endorsement make a difference in Toronto's mayoral race?
Witnesses describe the scene of a fatal explosion after a tanker truck crashed on Highway 401 in Pickering, Ont.; former Toronto mayor John Tory endorses Ana Bailao to replace him as mayor; and, time is running out for the five people inside the missing Titanic tourist submersible.
A Toronto couple says they came home from a 12-day vacation to discover squatters living in their vehicle; a judge says a man convicted in three random attacks is likely to reoffend when released; and, an Ontario couple is outraged after their Pittsburgh hotel charged them a $350 smoking fee despite both being non-smokers.
A U.S. man travelling through Pearson spent nearly a week in an Ont. prison after authorities mistakenly thought he was carrying cocaine; a teenage boy died at the scene of a shooting at a Pickering housing complex; and, here’s what one scammer posing as an Amazon representative said in an attempt to gather sensitive data such as banking information.
Eligibility to renew licences for free online have been expanded to include vehicles owned by businesses; Toronto Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie is endorsing Ana Bailao’s campaign for mayor; and, 26 more mayors in Ontario will hold more power starting July 1.
15 people are dead and 10 more have been hospitalized after a bus collided with a semi truck on a major Manitoba highway; the SIU has invoked its mandate after a man fell to his death from a Toronto hotel window following an interaction with police; and, the LTB ruled in favour of evicting a family from their long-term Airbnb stay.
With less than two weeks to go in the Toronto mayoral race, top candidates are focusing in on the lead built by frontrunner Olivia Chow; A York officer was critically injured after a Canada Post truck smashed into the back of a police cruiser; and, the wedding business is booming for a pop-up chapel company that offers a ceremony with photographer and flowers at an affordable price.
As advanced polls close in Toronto’s mayoral race, hopefuls continue to make the case on why they’re a better candidate than Olivia Chow; George Vanier Secondary School was shut down and sent students home following an online bomb threat; and, a Stoney Creek, Ont. woman lost $12,000 to a scammer claiming to be with her bank.
A man has died after being shot multiple times while driving in North York; a man is dead and a woman was hospitalized in what York police say was a targeted shooting in Aurora; and, an Ontario woman says her planned wedding in August is in jeopardy amid Newmarket court delays processing her divorce.
Mark Saunders has been calling for other candidates to back him in Toronto's mayoral race; a Vaughan man says he couldn't get Toyota to share his stolen vehicle’s tracking information with police; and, a Vaughan woman says she found out her licence was cloned after getting a 407 bill.
One person has died and many others are injured after a bus ran a red light, causing an eight-vehicle pileup in Mississauga; For the second day in a row, the smoke from the Ontario and Quebec wildfires in Toronto has continued to hover over the city; New York City and U.S cities are experiencing dangerous smoke-filled air due to the Canadian wildfires; and MPP's had their final day at Queen's Park to tie up loose ends before leaving for summer break.
Air quality escalated into the high risk zone in Toronto thanks to dozens of active wildfires across Ontario and Quebec; a family from Switzerland who booked a long-term Airbnb rental says their landlord tried to kick them out halfway through their stay; and, a Toronto woman said she was going through a divorce when she fell for and lost $95,000 to a romance scammer.
A thick haze is blanketing Toronto's skyline from wildfires in northern Ontario and Quebec; police have fatally shot a dog in Burlington; and, a Bowmanville, Ont. man says he wasn't told his brand new truck had an aftermarket catalytic converter installed after the original was stolen.
The lawyer representing the families of the victims of serial rapist and killer Paul Bernardo says his transfer to a medium security prison shocked them; one person is in custody and a firearm was seized by police following a shooting in Scarborough; and, here's some tips on taking your pet with you on your travels.
The Toronto mayoral debate at OCAD University was cancelled after a suspect allegedly threatened to shoot the candidates; Toronto and parts of the province have been issued a heat warning with expected temperatures to rise to 31C; Canadian provinces are experiencing dangerous wildfires that destroyed 5 million hectors of land and caused mass evacuations; Healthcare officials say pollen, heat, and poor air quality have major effects on human health, including asthma healthcare
The TTC has launched an investigation after a video of fireworks set off in a bus went viral: A field trip incident in Winnipeg, Man. sent 16 children and one adult to hospital, three of the children are in unstable condition; The Toronto Maple Leaf's announced they officially hired Brad Treliving who formally worked for the Calgary Flames; and Ford is facing backlash in taking part in the York Pride parade after a Catholic school board voted to not raise Pride flag at schools.
York Regional Catholic School Board voted to ban the Pride flag from being raised during Pride month; This year’s list marks the 20th anniversary of the campaign, which asks Ontario residents to vote on the worst roads in the province; Multiple police forces in the U.K. say they have received names of the people who ordered packages of sodium nitrite from Kenneth Law; and officials in an update say over 200 structures have been destroyed by a out of control wildfire that began in Nova Scotia on Sunday.
An update on a horrific collision near Woodstock that killed a OPP officer and a bus driver early Monday morning; Officials are continuing to investigate the motive behind a landlord fatally shooting an engaged couple in a landlord-tenant dispute over the weekend; N.S. has declared a State of Emergency due to an uncontrolled wildfire that caused over 14,000 residents to evacuate their homes on Sunday; and Youth soccer referees will wear body cams during matches in an effort to help curve the amount of physical and verbal assaults on officials.
The OPP is investigating the death of a child who was reported missing in a town north of Cobourg, Ontario; Nine schools in Brampton were put on hold-and-secure after a 17-year-old girl was shot twice with a replica gun outside of a Pizza Pizza; Canadian icon Celine Dion announced on social media that she will be cancelling her tour until the spring of 2024; and studies show pollen season in North America has increased by 20 per cent, with warmer weather making allergy season more severe.
Pride Toronto organizers say the hike is due to security and insurance costs that are jeopardizing programmed events and booked artists; A man was investigated as being part of a massive gambling ring affiliated with Hells Angels after police found $270K under his bed; Gas prices are set to rise again this week after Thursday’s overnight climb of five cents, making it the highest price since November 2022; and The third largest film festival in Canada, which presents a program of LGBTQ+-related films, begins this week at TIFF Lightbox.
Tina Turner, legendary singer and considered the 'Queen of Rock 'n' Roll' has died at the age of 83, according to a family representative; A woman who intentionally struck and killed a Toronto lawyer with a U-Haul truck in 2020 has been sentenced to life in prison; Holocaust survivors from around the world are rewriting parts of the historic, hand-written 300-year-old Torah scroll; and Doug Ford calls Mayor Bonnie Crombie's decision to potentially run in Ontario Liberals leadership race a 'slap in the face' to Mississauga.
One man has life-threatening injuries following a daylight shooting in Toronto’s Eglinton West neighbourhood.; A 15-year-old was arrested and charged with assault after being caught on video shooting fireworks at Halton police on Victoria Day;, A Scarborough woman was scammed $12K after a buyer sent her a faulty payment link on Kijiji; and, Transport Minister Omar Alghabra said the updated program at some Canadian airports would help speed up NEXUS and trusted-traveller lines.
Maple Leafs President Brendan Shanahan said contract talks with Kyle Dubas unraveled during the now former GM's post-season news conference; the OPP have increased enforcement on the roads as people begin their journeys outside the city for the long weekend; and, Halton police are investigating after a pedestrian walking their dog located a fetus in an Oakville park.
The Ford government announced dissolution date for Peel Region; a 21-year-old was charged in a horrific Brampton car crash caught on video; and experts weigh in on the importance of bee's and the environment.
Ontario will announce plans to dissolve Peel Region, and make Mississauga and Brampton separate cities; Mounted police have joined the level-three search in North York for a missing 37-year-old man; and, a new ad campaign at Spadina Station designed by Pet Valu showcases animals searching for forever homes.
A new survey suggests 80 per cent of elementary teachers are reporting a rise in violence against staff members; the Daily Bread Food Bank is hosting Toronto's first mayoral debate; and, an Etobicoke man was shocked when he was told by his insurance to pay $10,000 to cover the cost of his brand new Jeep that was stolen.
A daylight stabbing near Yonge-Dundas Square has left one man dead and Toronto police are searching for the suspect; the family of the victim of a violent attack outside a mosque says they are scared and shaken; and, here's how Toronto residents are celebrating Mother's Day.
An OPP officer was killed and two more were injured in what the commissioner says was an 'ambush' in Bourget, Ont.; Ontario's NDP is accusing Premier Ford of lying about when he knew about the changes to the Greenbelt; and, a Scarborough woman says she was shocked when she got a $1,500 fine for a false fire alarm.
Toronto police are searching for the person responsible for the shooting death of a woman in an Etobicoke condo; brawls and fights at a TFC game prompted its Montreal opponent to ban Toronto fans; and, a community says they've been left no choice but to try and to rescue a litter of baby raccoons because animal control is too busy.
A city manager says elected officials did not know taxpayers were going to be on the hook for cost overruns for Toronto to host World Cup games; the case against Kenneth Law has laid bare the lack of regulation on product sales and messaging online to at-risk youth; and, here's how a Burlington man lost $2,800 to a rental scam.
Neighbours captured the moments police swarmed an Ajax residence after a woman was stabbed multiple times; Ontario has passed a bill that expands the kinds of surgeries and procedures to be performed by private clinics; and, a driver was charged after being caught using a high-tech method to block his licence plate from view.
The memorial outside the Burlington school where eight-year-old Jayne Hounslow died continues to grow; Kaitlyn Morris says her aunt died while on hold with 911, and doesn't understand why they had to wait so long; and, Tonia Jones of Michigan says her son begged to live in the moments after he consumed a fatal amount of sodium nitrite allegedly sold by Kenneth Law of Mississauga.
A 21-year-old driver has been charged in the fatal hit-and-run of an eight-year-old girl outside a school in Burlington; Kenneth Law is alleged to have sent around 1,200 packages to 40 countries but police are unsure if all packages contained sodium nitrite; and, Ontario's ombudsman says the LTB system badly needs an overhaul as the wait for a hearing can take as long as two years.
57-year-old Kenneth Law is facing two charges of counselling or aiding suicide in connection with the sale and distribution of sodium nitrite; why school librarians in Durham region is being told to throw out books with a copyright date prior to 2008; and, Dana Heddle of Burlington says a distraction theft saw thieves steal her bank card and drain her account of nearly $3,600.
The Toronto Maple Leafs will play their first second round playoff game in nearly 20 years; Gordon Lightfoot is being remembered as a legendary performer and songwriter; and, a group of friends from Toronto says they had $5,000 worth of goods stolen from their hotel room at a Los Cabos resort.
Queen St. is closed to traffic for at least four years, adding a new headache to downtown gridlock; the Florida Panthers have restricted the purchase of NHL playoff tickets to U.S. residents to stave off demand by Maple Leaf fans; and, Ontario is making mental health learning mandatory in schools.
Mayoral candidates weighed in on the growing gridlock in downtown Toronto; critics are calling on the Ontario government to rein in suspiciously large transactions at licensed casinos; and, it is illegal to drive with an unreadable plate, but many drivers do it because they don't want to pay for a replacement.
A Toronto woman is facing changes of impaired driving and driving without a licence in connection with a fatal crash in Etobicoke; new data shows suspicious transactions in Ontario casinos number hundreds of millions of dollars yearly; and, here's why the LCBO is phasing out paper bags.
A new stop on the yet-to-open Eglinton Crosstown LRT is being torn up because it needs repairs; an overnight industrial explosion reduced a large part of a building in Scarborough to splinters and rubble; and, an Ontario woman cancelled her trip when her husband died, but despite paying extra for cancellation insurance, she was denied a refund.
An apparent underground explosion and fire forced a mass evacuation and the shut down of a major subway station for six hours; Ontario is lifting its post-secondary requirement and is offering free tuition to police recruits; and, a Toronto couple was defrauded out of $16,000 and left with a hole in their roof by a door-to-door scam.
Missing Markham lawyer Isabella Dan was facing at least four lawsuits for mortgage fraud leading up to her disappearance; reports suggest the private spa company Therme has a 95-year lease at Ontario Place; and, Brink's was coordinating the shipment carrying gold an other valuables worth $20 million when it was stolen in a heist at Toronto Pearson.
Peel police won't say how a container with $20 million in goods was stolen from Toronto Pearson, but experts say it likely a truck; here's what Toronto's mayoral candidates are promising voters; and, it took Tayla Savage around eight hours to finish the Boston Marathon, but thanks to a runner from Toronto, she still walked away with a medal.
Here's what we know about a heist at Toronto Pearson involving around $20-million in gold and other valuables; the family of Hazela Baksh says they are angry after the 64-year-old woman was killed in a crash with a suspected impaired driver; and, a new study has found that increased screen time during the pandemic has sparked a decline in empathy.
Hazela Baksh was killed in a devastating crash police allege was caused by an impaired driver; an Ontario woman with dementia needs 24-hour care, but the wait to be transferred to an LTC is costing the family $26,000 a month; and, a Toronto resident who missed the deadline to submit the city's vacancy tax form saw his property taxes doubled to $17,500.
Playoff hockey has returned to Toronto as the Maple Leafs face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning; plans to revamp Ontario Place include a large spa, new marina, an all-season concert stage and the new home of the Ontario Science Centre; and, a family missed their $12,000 Cuban vacation due to a typo on a WestJet plane ticket.
A 66-year-old woman turned herself in to authorities Monday to face charges for a fatal hit-and-run; Ontario has tabled new legislation giving the province more powers over school boards; and, a new hit song on TikTok 'Heart on My Sleeve' is the result of AI-created lyrics and the computer-generated voices of Drake and The Weeknd.
The police chase that ended in Scarborough Thursday began in Whitby when the suspect rammed two police cruisers; the TTC is considering selling sponsored naming rights for subway stations; and, from parks to ski slopes, here's how people in southern Ontario are enjoying the summer-like weather.
A suspect in a stolen Purolator truck was arrested after leaving a trail of damage in Scarborough during a police chase; Ontario Premier Doug Ford says moving the Ontario Science Centre to Ontario Place is a 'great idea'; and, it took a thief less than nine minutes after stealing a point-of-sale terminal to hack into and issue a fraudulent refund.
Over a dozen $2-million-dollar homes under construction in Vaughan, Ont. was flattened by a massive fire; a major stretch of Queen Street in downtown Toronto is set to be shut down for at least four years; and, an Ontario woman was shocked when Mastercard refused her dispute claim on a $4,600 taxi ride while vacationing in the Dominican Republic.
A second Markham mosque has become the target for an alleged hate-crime; Rogers have acquired exclusive rights to provide cell service on TTC subways; and, can Ontario's new "ultra-low" overnight electricity plan actually help residents save money?
Police have arrested a suspect of an alleged hate crime at a Markham mosque; A funeral was held for a family who drowned on the St. Lawrence River trying to enter the U.S. illegally; and, a man was shocked to discover the truck he purchased from a Durham dealership was a stolen vehicle.
Toronto police have released an image of a man they say is harassing young girls in East York; a Brampton man has been extradited to the U.S. to face charges of human smuggling across the Canada-U.S. border; and, an Ontario woman says a 'rope toy' almost killed her puppy and cost her more than $8,000 in veterinary bills.
Thunder and lightning rolled across the GTA bringing heavy rain and wild winds; a dog in Oshawa contracted avian flu after it chewed on a dead wild goose; and, murder suspect Adam Odette is in police custody after he was spotted hiding in an Oshawa stairwell.
Toronto food banks are calling for more government assistance amid a surge of clients, many of them the working poor, using their services; the family of four lived in Toronto and were slated to be deported when they died in Akwesasne trying to cross into the U.S. illegally; and, some Toronto tenants are alleging their landlords are intentionally neglecting repairs in order to force them to move out.
Candidates lined up on Monday to formally enter the race to become Toronto's next mayor; here's how the TTC is justifying a 10 cent fare hike amid declining service, ridership and surging violence; and, Brampton is the first among GTA cities to launch an e-scooter rental program.
An Ontario hospital allegedly told a pregnant, uninsured patient they won't book a C-section without a $6,000 advance; a 92-year-old Toronto resident says redevelopment will force her out of her rental home of 45 years; and, CTV News Toronto says goodbye to Austin Delaney.
Toronto's city council authorized the use of $15-million from TTC reserve funds to improve safety measures; here's what we know about Jordan O'Brien-Tobin, the man accused of fatally stabbing a teen at Keele Station; and, a Toronto man he's fed up living next door to an eyesore after his neighbours vanished and abandoned their house eight years ago.
A decade after the TTC signed a deal to implement wifi and cell service on its subways, many commuters still cannot use their phone while underground; a Toronto police constable is accused of failing to act on the pleas for help from a young woman days before she was fatally shot; and, are AI and "deep fakes" a threat to humanity?
Andrea and Antonio Magalhaes say their light "has gone out" after their 16-year-old son died in an unprovoked stabbing attack on the TTC; the mom of a five-year-old girl is suing Hamilton's school board over an alleged bullying incident led to a partially amputated finger; and, here's how the Toronto Maple Leafs marked clinching its seventh straight playoff spot.
Toronto police say 16-year-old Gabriel Magalhaes was fatally stabbed in an unprovoked attack; Ontario's government is defending the move to end the coverage of medical care for uninsured patients; and, will Ottawa's 'grocery rebate' help with the high cost of food?
Toronto's ombudsman says the city put "speed before people" in its handling of clearing homeless encampments in 2021; a 12-year-old girl is one of four minors among six arrested for a string of robberies in Toronto; and, Canada's National Blind Hockey Tournament makes inclusiveness its top goal.
The Ford government announced Ontario's largest ever spending plan in the province's history; Don Valley North's MP and MPP both left their respective caucuses amid allegations they played a role in China's foreign interference; and, a Toronto man says his insurance refused to cover his loss after his Ram truck was stolen a second time.
A mystery surrounds the Markham lawyer who disappeared without a trace; here's what to expect from Ontario's 2023 budget; and, a woman says she signed a contract for a $7,000 vacuum after she answered a Facebook ad offering a free gift if she allows a visit from a salesperson.
A Muslim man from Toronto says he was confronted by a security guard in Ottawa and told not to pray at the VIA Rail station; Premier Ford says the allegations surrounding MPP Vincent Ke and China's election interference has been on his radar for months; and, bargain hunters were disappointed by a measly five per cent discount at Nordstrom's liquidation sale.
One person is dead and two others are injured following a daytime shooting at Fairview Mall; a man from New York told police in Ontario he didn't realize the province's posted speed limits weren't in miles; and, buyer's need to beware when purchasing items off sites found on social media.
Ana Bailao is joining the growing list of candidates that will run to be the next mayor of Toronto; a woman has been arrested in connection to the kidnapping of Elnaz Hajtamiri; and, here's how to avoid an $85 parking ticket while waiting to pick up a passenger at Pearson airport.
Snow plow operators in Mississauga are quitting over alleged abuse by residents; The Toronto Zoo has closed its aviaries following reports of bird flu in the region; and, here's why Ontario's integrity commissioner is putting its probe into Premier Ford's daughter's stag and doe party on pause.
Residents surrounding High Park say the speed camera installed along Parkside Drive isn't making the area safer; the family of a man killed outside an Ajax bar are questioning why the man accused of his murder is on bail; and, a Brampton man says he's been told he owes Enterprise $82,000 after the Ram pick-up he rented was stolen from his driveway.
Advocates want the City of Toronto to release the updated construction costs to rebuild part of the Gardiner Expressway; a woman is dead after a fire in a rooming house in downtown Toronto; and, this new lending program is offering to help pay home buyer's down payment for a share of future appreciation on the house.
Toronto police is scaling back its overtime deployment of officers on the TTC; a panel of judges in Ontario's highest court is hearing Dellen Millard and Mark Smich's appeal of their murder verdicts; and, here's how Peel police recovered a sacred ceremonial headdress after the Jeep it was stored in was stolen by car thieves.
Another blast of winter weather resulted in a messy commute across the GTA; staff and students at several schools in Mississauga and Brampton were absent following online shooting threats; and, what to do in Toronto during March Break.
Peel police confirmed a weapon was recovered inside a locked down Brampton high school, resulting in the arrest of a youth; Ontario is banning TikTok from government-issued devices; and, a number of TIm Hortons patrons thought they won $10,000 playing Roll Up the Rim, only to be told they won nothing due to a glitch.
Reports of a gun sent six schools in Peel region into lockdown; a video of a man hanging on to the back of a truck going highway speed along the QEW has surfaced; and, an Ontario man says that Enterprise is charging him $50,000 after his rental truck was stolen because he didn't purchase additional insurance.
A second mom is alleging her four-year-old daughter was locked in a small room at John Fisher Public School in Toronto; a Toronto chef alleges a man attacked and hurled racial slurs at him at a TTC subway station; and, here's why charges against all suspects in a massive multi-million dollar international drug bust from June 2021 were dropped.
A Toronto mom alleges discrimination and racism led staff at a midtown school to lock her six-year-old son in a small room; students at a Brampton school are being kept indoors after coyotes were spotted on school grounds; and, a "free" offer by a door-to-door salesman led to an expensive 10-year contract and a lien on a Mississauga home.
Toronto is bracing for up to 35 centimetres of snow in what could be the city's biggest winter storm of the season; Police rescued 64 Mexican nationals from a labour trafficking ring in the GTA; and, Ontario MPPs say rules governing condos need a major overhaul to prevent owners from living in deteriorating infrastructure.
Six boys and one adult have been charged with attempted murder after a boy was stabbed outside a Brampton high school; Ontario's nurses are locked in a dispute with Queen's Park over wages and what they say is a lack of respect; and, Nordstrom is closing all its locations in Canada, including its store at the Eaton Centre.
A Toronto man is facing 96 charges in connection to a luring and sexual assault investigation involving underaged victims; reports of a gun locked down three schools in north Toronto; and, a Whitby man has been without an over for 11 months after he paid a repair company he found online $2,000 to fix and then replace his oven with no resolution.
Toronto's Pearson will be implementing a hard limit on flights during peak times in an effort to avoid last year's travel chaos; investigators are calling a fire at a popular Toronto restaurant suspicious; and, an Etobicoke woman was shocked when she was told she has to pay $27,000 after a flood in her condo.
Toronto is under a winter travel advisory as five to 10 centimetres is expected to fall overnight; critics say the Ford government's plan involving private health clinics may result in "manipulative upselling"; and, a student in Toronto was told she was out $4,000 after she mistakenly put the wrong date on round-trip flight tickets.
Toronto marks one year since Russia invaded Ukraine with a solidarity march and a rally; the TTC is shutting down the popular Queen streetcar for at least 20 months due to construction; and, an Ontario woman says she knows where her mom's lost luggage has been for six months, but has not been able to recover it from Air Canada.
A winter storm led to a messy commute for many in Toronto overnight and into the morning on major roads; new data confirms the number of violent incidents on the TTC is rising; and, Ontario's NDP is asking the integrity commissioner to investigate Premier Ford's ties with developers.
Toronto officials say a massive winter storm system could take crews days for the city to clean up; two suspects we caught on camera violently carjacking an SUV at a Milton grocery store; and, here's why car thieves are targeting Ram pick-ups across the GTA.
Police say a man entered a Toronto school and attacked a student; a 22-year-old Milton man is facing a second-degree murder charge for fatally shooting an alleged robber during a break-in; and, a Toronto man says he was detained and locked in a room overnight after his Flair flight was forced to land in Florida.
Toronto police are asking for the public's assistance for information in the possible abduction of a young Asian woman on the Allen Expressway; a man is dead after he was pulled from a fire at a Brampton apartment building; and, here's what you need to watch for when buying property outside Canada.
John Tory's last day as Toronto's mayor started with his office being egged and ended with him quietly slipping away after his final speech; Two teens have been charged with attempted murder in the shooting of a student at Weston Collegiate Institute; and, why is the cost of natural gas so high?
Parents and students voiced shock and fear after a 15-year-old classmate was shot outside a Toronto high school; after finalizing the city's budget, John Tory formally resigned as Toronto's mayor, effective Friday; and, police are searching for the suspects that fired multiple shots at a senior walking his dog in Schomberg, north of Toronto.
John Tory pledged he will remain mayor of Toronto until the city's budget passes; Ontario's insurance regulator says guidelines do not set an hourly wage for attendant care and is inviting anyone facing this to complain; and, six of 10 arrests for a string of violent pharmacy robberies in Toronto are minors.
Current and former dignitaries paid their respects to Hazel McCallion during her state funeral; could John Tory rescind his resignation as mayor of Toronto? And, an Ontario man maimed in a hit-and-run says the driver's insurer is withholding benefits until he can find a caregiver willing to work for less than minimum wage.
John Tory was back in the mayor's office at Toronto city hall after announcing he will resign over an affair with a former employee; a woman was attacked by three suspects at a TTC subway station; and, a Toronto family says their condo board is trying to evict their support dog.
A Toronto officer is facing manslaughter charges in the 2021 death of a Brampton teen while off-duty; Over 60 vehicles stolen from the GTA were returned to Canada after being found in Malta; and, hundreds of coin enthusiasts lined up in Richmond Hill to get a toonie commemorating the late Queen Elizabeth II.
A four-year-old girl who was found dead at the bottom of a cliff with her father in Feb. 2020 was likely killed in a preventable murder-suicide, a new report says; a Canada-wide arrest warrant has been issued for the alleged driver of a stolen car that was driven into Vaughan Mills; and, over 90 students were told their ultrasound education is not valid over accreditation issues with their school.
The two people found dead in a Bowmanville, Ont. home were married, and the wife was pregnant; Toronto's city council stopped short of declaring a public health crisis for homelessness; and, an Ontario woman says her life was ruined after a botched cosmetic eye surgery.
Here's what Ottawa's health-care funding proposal means for Ontario; nearly five years after Matthew Staikos was gunned down in Toronto, his family has renewed a $250,000 reward to solve his murder; and, an Ontario woman says the sunroof of her brand new SUV exploded while she was driving to work on Highway 401.
Three people were rescued after they fell through the ice while skating on Lake Ontario near the Toronto Islands; police identified the victim of a hit-and-run on the Danforth as a former child actor; and, over 100 women allege they were swindled by an accused romance scammer.
The owner of the stolen Audi seen driven through Vaughan Mills came from Laval, Quebec to recover her now damaged property; Toronto opened more warming centres as a polar vortex brought dangerously cold temperatures; and, a TTC bus driver is being honoured after rescuing four seniors before a GO train struck their car stuck on tracks.
Residents of a midtown Toronto apartment says they've been without heat for nearly a week; a Toronto paralegal has been accused of being part of a scheme to fix traffic tickets; and, an Ontario woman was shocked when she learned it would cost $17,000 to buyout her furnace and air conditioner and that the company has a lien on her new home.
A 61-year-old man charged with attempted murder after a two-month-old baby was found seriously injured in Markham was a family member; surveillance video shows a car smash its way into Vaughan Mills and driving through the hallways of the mall during a break-in; and, the price freeze on Loblaws No Name products has ended.
One male is in custody after police found an infant in critical condition at a Markham hotel; A Toronto woman says she is being evicted from her home of 36 years because her mother has died; and, this Toronto native has created an app that can detect whether an essay was written by ChatGPT or a human.
Many mourners struggled to put into words what Hazel McCallion meant for Mississauga; Toronto residents expressed surprise over a coyote sighting along the waterfront; and, a woman cut her collision insurance to save money, only to be left with the car repair bill after a hit-and-run.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says Toronto's deployment of police officers on the TTC is a "band-aid solution" for the surge of violence incidents the public transit system is seeing; a leaning antenna closed down a major intersection in downtown Toronto, adding to an already messy commute due to road closures; and, this Mississauga factory is playing a pivotal role in the war in Ukraine.
Four teens are in police custody after two BB guns were allegedly fired on a TTC subway train; here's what Toronto is doing to address violence on public transit; and, the Granit Club was fined $35,000 by the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal for discrimination of a 20-year-old artist with autism.
A winter storm made for a messy afternoon commute with around 20 centimetres of snow expected; public transit unions and commuters are voicing concerns for the surge of violent incidents on the TTC; and, a Toronto woman said she had to fight to get a full refund for flights that the airline had cancelled.
A woman is in hospital after she was stabbed multiple times on a TTC streetcar; four teen boys have been charged in connection with a "swarming" attack on a TTC bus as new video emerges; and, an Ontario man lost nearly half a million dollars to an online cryptocurrency scam.
Security footage showed the moments leading up to, and following, an alleged fatal assault of an elderly woman; Air Canada customers were shocked to learn the lost luggage they tracked was donated to charity by the airline; and, a Mississauga woman says her mailbox is being broken into every day.
he family of Ken Lee is asking how keeping his alleged teen attackers anonymous protects the public as bail proceedings begin; just under a third of the students at Marc Garneau CI stayed home a day after reports of a gun sent the school into lockdown; Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he's confident the two investigations into the province's Greenbelt plan won't find evidence of wrongdoing; and some experts are suggesting the mental health impact of the pandemic may be a contributing factor to a rise in violent incidents in schools.
Video obtained by CTV News purports to show the moment students at a Toronto high school saw a classmate with a gun; police are seeking a suspect wanted in an alleged hate-motivated attack at Yonge-Bloor subway station; and, could a new form from TD Canada Trust protect seniors from being scammed?
A fight between students at a Mississauga school is prompting concerns it may have been an incident of Islamophobia; Ontario's integrity commissioner and auditor general will conduct investigations into the Ford government's Greenbelt development plan; and, the Hudson Bay Company is hoping to capitalize on nostalgia by bringing back Zellers inside some existing stores in the GTA.
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction cut consumption of alcohol to twice a week and calls for warning labels; here's why Dodge Rams are easy for tech-savvy thieves to steal; and, at 80 years old, Dee Simpson has helped train seniors from across the GTA as a personal fitness trainer at Vintage Fitness.
An SUV driver describes the moment he narrowly avoided being hit by a crashing plane; will Ontario pay more for surgical procedures at for-profit health clinics?; and, a Scarborough man lost $40,000 after falling for a phishing email that looked like a Norton Antivirus alert.
The man accused of murdering a father in Scarborough used to live in the same apartment complex as the victim; Ontario is considering using for-profit health clinics to address a one million procedure-long surgical backlog, and here's what we know about the new COVID-19 subvariant colloquially known as Kraken.
Toronto police have recovered a gun following a shooting inside a bathroom at a Toronto alternative school; the LCBO says their website was compromised by "malicious code"; and, most Ontario doctors are charging their patients for uninsured services.
Toronto police is asking for help locating the victims of random attacks at TTC stations allegedly committed by a group of teen girls; Toronto is the seventh worst city in the world when it comes to congestion; and, an Ontario's man's insurance claim was denied after he suffered a brain injury falling off his trailer.
Toronto is planning to hike residential property taxes by 5.5 per cent; police have identified the victim of an alleged swarming-style stabbing attack by eight teenage girls; and, a CTV News investigation is raising questions over the integrity of online courses offering ride-sharing training.
Toronto University Health Network's digital systems have been hit with a major outage; environmental activists are taking the Ontario government to court over the changes to the City of Hamilton's borders; and, a Toronto man says he's been ordered to repay nearly $24,000 in CERB benefits.
A woman is in life-threatening condition after she was hit by a falling light pole; the driver of a truck that brought down an overhead sign on Highway 401 in Whitby has been charged; and, here's why a head of lettuce the size of a baseball is selling nearly $5 in the GTA.
A photo of a pack of chicken breasts priced at nearly $27/kg at a Toronto Loblaws sparked anger online; Amazon refused to refund a $1,700 an Ontario man claims he returned; and, an Oakville man was stunned when he got two parking tickets for his stolen car.
Loved ones, dignitaries and up to 7,000 uniformed officers and armed forces members gathered at the funeral for slain OPP Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala; here's why Toronto is planning to raise TTC fares by 10 cents; and, Ontario gamblers using BetMGM may have had their personal information compromised in a data breach.
Toronto's mayor is hoping to increase the police budget $48.3-million dollars, prompting anger from some activists; some Sunwing travellers report strange emails while being stranded abroad over the winter holidays; and, will gas exceed $2 a litre in Ontario in 2023?
Two children are among the four people killed in a townhouse fire in Hamilton; hundreds of first responders gathered as a procession carrying the body of slain OPP Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala was escorted to Barrie; and, a witness describes the fatal daylight shooting in a Mississauga park.
One of the eight teenage girls charged with murder for the swarming death of a Toronto man was granted bail; the male suspect was out on bail when he was charged in the shooting death of an OPP officer; and, is compensation due to passengers caught in the Christmas weekend's travel turmoil?
Two people are facing first-degree murder charges after a 28-year-old OPP officer was fatally shot in Hagersville on Tuesday; officials say a "perfect storm" led to a major baggage backlog and Pearson airport; and, Ontario pharmacists will soon be able to issue prescriptions for common medical ailments.
Pearson airlines rushing to get baggage backlog under control; Via Rail train service slowly returning after rocky weekend; Sunwing airlines struggling to get Canadians home from spoiled Christmas vacations; and a OPP officer was shot by two suspects near Hagersville, Ontario.
Here's how Toronto is preparing for a major winter storm as travellers race to get ahead of the weather and GTA schools close; shipments of foreign children's medicine is not meeting demand; and, this Toronto store sells rare, nostalgic snacks that are hard to find in Canada.
A blizzard in Vancouver is causing travel chaos at Pearson ahead of a winter storm bearing down on Toronto; a witness describes what led to an alleged fatal stabbing of a Toronto man by eight teenage girls; and, every student and staff member at a Toronto school got a handmade holiday card, but no one knows who sent them.
Eight teenage girls are facing second-degree murder charges in the fatal stabbing of a man in Toronto; all five victims of a mass shooting at a Vaughan condominium have been identified; and, a single mother of three was briefly homeless due in part to sky-high demand in Toronto's rental market.
Here's what we know about the gunmen and five victims killed in a mass shooting at a Vaughan condominium; four people were treated by paramedics after a woman allegedly assaulted them at St. Clair Station; and, a Welland man says a casino won't release his $4,000 slot machine jackpot because he doesn't have government-issued identification.
Police have identified the suspect wanted in two unprovoked attacks at Kennedy Station; Many in the GTA had to dig their way out after a messy mix of precipitation from a major winter storm; and, here's how the family of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's family is keeping her memory alive.
A winter storm shut down the Scarborough RT and caused traffic chaos throughout southern Ontario; grief-stricken friends and family attended the funeral of the High Park subway stabbing victim; and, two thirds of Ontario shoppers said they had a package stolen by porch pirates.
SickKids hospital are reportedly transferring between two to eight patients a day to meet demand; here's how Toronto is preparing for a storm of up to 10 centimetres of snow; and, an Ontario family lost their $2,000 deposit after reneging on an SUV purchase.
Pearson airport says it is ready for the demand of the holiday travel season; Toronto transit users have one of the longest commutes in North America; and, a Whitby man says he was shocked to received a $40,000 bill to repair a hydro pole his car crashed into.
Police are looking for a man responsible for slashing the faces of two people in downtown Toronto; an Ontario child with sepsis had to be airlifted 350 kilometres away from home amid hospital capacity issues; and, declare occupancy or face Toronto's new vacancy tax.
Commuters are agitated and are left questioning the safety of the TTC after a woman was stabbed and killed on a train at High Park station; Residents, business owners and even city councilors are voicing concerns when construction will complete on the Eglinton LRT; and with violence polluting schools across the GTA, students and educators want police officers to be stationed in schools.
A woman is dead and another was seriously injured after a stabbing at a TTC subway station; five years later, the family of Barry and Honey Sherman are begging for information that can solve their murders; and, Celine Dion says she has been diagnosed with 'stiff person's syndrome.'
Here's why the Bank of Canada is continuing to hike its key interest rate; Toronto schools are seeing an unprecedented spate of violence; and, if you are looking to buy a new Christmas tree, a shortage is hiking prices.
A woman says she was stabbed with a needle by a stranger while walking in downtown Toronto; a developer got a 21 per cent loan in order to purchase a swath of protected Greenbelt land that was later released for development; and, a Toronto man lost $50,000 to a cryptocurrency scam.
A family of four can expect their grocery bill to rise by more than $1,000 in 2023; children are bearing the brunt of a crisis in Ontario hospitals amid a surge in respiratory illness patients; and, CUPE representing education support workers have agreed to a new deal with the Ontario government.
York Memorial students walked out of the classroom amid continuous reports of violence and "constant chaos"; concerns are being raised about the sale of Greenbelt land that was earmarked for a future Ontario hospital site; and, here's why you should switch from single-use batteries to reusable ones.
Reports of a person with a gun inside a Toronto school sent it and others nearby into lockdown; a 61-year-old bus driver was arrested after failing a sobriety test while on the job; and, one Toronto family says they were quoted $15,000 for a repair by a plumbing company that cost only $50 to fix when they got a second opinion.
Ontario's auditor general says poor planning meant millions of wasted taxpayer dollars; police arrest 107 people in a massive Ontario-wide investigation into child exploitation; and, who stole the Toronto Humane Society's rescue van?
Reports of chronic, ongoing violence at York Memorial Collegiate in Toronto has prompted concerns by staff and students; an Ontario court struck down a law that capped wages for some public sector workers; and, York police says at least 77 break-and-enters have been reported in the two weeks since daylight saving commenced.
Here's how Toronto police cracked two gruesome cold case murders from 1983; staff at York Memorial Collegiate in Toronto say the hallways are not safe for teachers or students; and, one third of Ontario food bank users are children.
A man is dead after York police shot two men suspected in a string of home invasions in Markham; a pedestrian was killed after being struck by two cars in Brampton, and a bystander trying to help was hospitalized by a third car; and, changes to the fee structure is jeopardizing access to virtual health care in Ontario.
Hockey fans are mourning the passing of Toronto Maple Leafs legend Borje Salming at 71; an Ontario driver narrowly avoids a flying wheel smashing into a windshield on a major highway; and, here's why Black Friday is the busiest shopping day in Canada.
A man is dead after being struck and trapped under a vehicle in Toronto Wednesday afternoon; Victims of Peterborough head-on crash Identified; Ontario’s Ministry of Health asks family medical clinics to extend hours to work nights, weekends to help overwhelmed hospitals; and Tesla drivers can now utilize the electric vehicles self-driving ability in Toronto's downtown core.
Here's how inflation have forced many Canadians to make major lifestyle changes; concerns are being raised over new legislation that will give Toronto and Ottawa "strong mayor" powers; and, how best to protect your car from the rust damage caused by winter salt on highways.
Toronto Pearson airport officials say they're ready for the busy holiday season after a summer of travel chaos; How Ontario averted another workers' strike in schools; and, an Ontario man alleges a dealership tried to force him to buy expensive add ons in order to acquire a new car.
The Niagara regions and Muskokas are bracing for up to 80 centimetres of snow over the weekend; Ontario's top doctor was caught on camera at a crowded party maskless; and, these are the top brands for a new vehicle in 2023.
Ontario doctors nearly sent a two-year-old Oakville boy with RSV to a hospital in the U.S. amid a shortage of pediatric ICU beds in the province; Ontario is asking school boards to make plans for remote learning; and, 16 puppies were rescued in Markham, Ont. following an investigating into forged vaccination records.
CUPE has issued another strike notice and could walk off the job Nov. 21 without a deal; a 12-year-old Toronto girl says she has been the target of bullying and violence; and, here's how to help stop the surge of respiratory viruses overwhelming hospitals.
A teen is fighting for his life in hospital following a stabbing inside a Toronto high school; Ontario stopped short of imposing a new mask mandate, instead "strongly" recommending masks amid a "triple threat" of respiratory illnesses overwhelming pediatric hospitals; and, these are the most stolen vehicles in Canada.
Events were held across the GTA for Remembrance Day; SickKids hospital is cancelling some surgeries amid a surge of patients in its ICU and emergency room; and, a driver is dead after his car crashed into a herd of horses loose on the streets of Newmarket.
Parents are going to extreme lengths in their search for childrens' Tylenol and Advil; a Markham woman was shocked to learn her house was a heritage home after she made big changes while rebuilding it after a fire destroyed it; and, dozens of well-preserved photos of WWI soldiers discovered for the first time in 100 years have a Toronto connection.
Here's why some Ontario doctors are urging the government to reinstate mask mandates amid a "triple threat" of influenza, RSV and COVID-19 overwhelming hospitals; here's the latest on negotiations for striking GO workers and CUPE members; and, here's why a Mississauga man had his insurance claim on a stolen truck denied.
Toronto officials are considering re-instating mask mandates amid a surge in COVID-19, flu and respiratory illnesses among children; here's what prompted 2,200 GO workers to strike; and, what is raccoon distemper and why this virus is leading to an influx of aggressive raccoon reports.
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Thousands of CUPE supporters gathered at Queen's Park on the first day school support workers walked off the job; there will be no GO bus service Monday as drivers reject the latest offer from Metrolinx; and, an Ont. landlord desperate for help to evict a unpaying tenant penned a plea to Ontario's premier.
CUPE is vowing to go ahead with strike action Friday even as the Ford government passed legislation making it illegal; Ontario hospitals have been asked to provide ICU units normally reserved for adults to teens 14 and over; and, an Ontario landlord says he's owed $76,000 in rent by a Canadian border guard.
Ontario's school support workers say they will strike "until further notice" unless a deal with the government is reached; 13 staff members at a Toronto high school are citing safety concerns as the reason for job action; and, here's what Grade 9 students saw behind the scenes at CTV News Toronto for "Take Your Kids to Work Day."
A rally was held in downtown Toronto over Ontario's use of the notwithstanding clause to impose a contract on the province's school support workers; students of a Scarborough high school are struggling in the aftermath of a nearby fatal shooting; and, here's why a Vaughan man got a $4,700 water bill.
A teenage boy is dead and another is in hospital after a shooting near a Toronto high school; the union representing school support workers calls the Ontario government's back-to-work legislation is the "nuclear option"; and, here's how Canadians are coping with high inflation.
A man is dead after a brazen daytime shooting near Danforth Ave.; A GTA woman's life-changing back surgery was cancelled last minute due to the nurse shortage in Ontario hospitals; and, what we know about so-called "police stations" set up by the Chinese government in the GTA.
One expert says the historic demand on food banks is an example of a "broken social safety net"; construction along a major route in the downtown core is creating a traffic nightmare; and, a Guelph woman says smelly seaweed ruined her Mexican beach vacation.
Here's how another Bank of Canada interest rate hike is hitting the pocketbooks of Torontonians; five men have been arrested after Peel police busted a $25-million narcotics ring; and, Premier Doug Ford dodged questions about his refusal to participate in the inquiry into the so-called Freedom Convoy.
Toronto Mayor John Tory is one of many old faces returning to city hall, there are a number of new faces as well, including Toronto's first hijab-wearing city councillor; here's how the Ontario government is addressing the housing affordability crisis in the province; and, an Ontario family says after their approved rental application for a Brampton unit was rescinded, they didn't get their $1,800 deposit back.
Will John Tory win a third term as Toronto's mayor? Brampton, Vaughan and Hamilton are also three races to watch in Ontario's municipal elections; Premier Ford and former solicitor general Sylvia Jones have been summoned to testify before the Freedom Convoy inquiry; and, an Etobicoke woman lost $4,500 to a roofing scam.
Three days before the municipal election in Toronto, Scarborough North city councillor Cynthia Lai has died; should Mississauga remain a part of Peel Region? And, here's why a 19-year-old teen is running for mayor of Oakville.
The two South Simcoe officers gunned down in Innisfil, Ont. were remembered as heroes at a joint funeral; Minister Lecce blamed poor EQAO math results for Grade 6 students on the pandemic and job action by teachers; and, Jacob Hoggard is appealing his sexual assault conviction.
A man is facing attempted murder charges after he allegedly fired multiple rounds at police in Scarborough; talks between CUPE and the Ontario government have broken down, raising the spectre of a possible school strike; and, what should happen to the Gardiner Expressway?
Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson said Premier Doug Ford lacked action in ending the Freedom Convoy protests; A man is dead after a flying wheel smashed into his vehicle while driving on the QEW; and, here's how the surge in pharmacy robberies in the GTA is linked with the opioid crisis.
Some say the ongoing strain on Ontario's health care system is worsening; Thieves targeting pharmacies are chasing the high demand on stolen narcotics, say police; and, can modular homes solve homelessness in Toronto?
Hundreds of first responders lined overpasses along Highway 400 to salute the procession carrying the bodies of two slain police officers; Pharmacists are demanding action amid a surge of armed gangs targeting drugs at GTA pharmacies; and, here's why the Crown is seeking six to seven years in prison for Hedley's Jacob Hoggard.
The two police officers killed in an Innisfil home did not have a chance to pull out their guns before they were killed; Ontario is bracing for a resurgence of influenza this winter amid new concerns for COVID-19; and, here's why thieves are targeting card payment machines at GTA retailers.
Two police officer are dead in addition to a 23-year-old man following an exchange of gunfire at a home in Innisfil, north of Toronto; More parents are coming forward that they are out thousands after a local baby store suddenly shut down business; and, a leaked document reveals nine of 10 people in ERs waited up to 33 hours for a hospital bed in August.
The CEO of Hockey Canada and the entire board of directors have resigned; a man says he was punched and his assailant tried to pull his eight-year-old daughter out of their car during a wild incident beginning with a head on collision on the Danforth; and, a couple says they lost $2,000 after an Ont. baby store suddenly shuttered operations.
Toronto Blue Jays fans are pumped for playoff baseball in the city as the team takes on the Seattle Mariners; the union representing Ontario's education workers have initiated the mechanism towards a legal strike position; and, is your home furnace ready for winter?
Three schools were placed in lockdown following a fatal shooting near Jane and Finch; the woman sexually assaulted by Jacob Hoggard shared an emotional victim impact statement at his sentencing hearing; and, one person got $38,000 from Ontario's licence plate sticker refund program.
A Caledon high school and a Walmart were evacuated following two bomb threats; here's why you may see a credit card surcharge when using a credit card at some Ontario businesses; and, the GTA saw the lowest number of new home listings since Sept. 2002.
Toronto police say the vast majority of violent carjackings in the GTA involved a firearm; the driver of a white Jeep fled after it was flipped on its side in a crash with a TTC bus; and, here's why gas prices are going up 10 cents a litre on Wednesday.
Almost 97 per cent of Ontario's education support workers have voted in favour of a strike; Police say a Toronto man was abducted months before his body was found inside a hockey bag in Uxbridge; and, Gurdeep Pandher was at the CN Tower spreading joy and laughter through bhangra dancing.
Here's how many Canadians in Florida rode out Hurricane Ian; A transit advocacy group want Toronto's mayoral candidates to make transit a priority election issue; and, this Toronto restauranteur is lamenting the fact he just missed catching Aaron Judge's historic 61st home run.
Police are trying to piece together the events of a brazen daytime shooting that led to chaos on Highway 401; Hurricane Ian made landfall as a Category 4 storm in north of Fort Meyers in Florida; and, here's why some wants to give a former soy sauce factory in Leslieville a heritage site designation.
A hydrochloric acid leak sent 23 people to hospital in St. Catharines; More than 170,000 Ontarians lost their family doctor during the first six months of the pandemic; and, here's how an accomplice in a string of jewellery heists across the GTA has evaded police twice.
Here's how the lifting of COVID-19 travel restrictions by the federal government will impact Toronto's Pearson; Omicron-targeted boosters are now available for everyone 18 years of age and up; and, The Wiggles are in Toronto for a special event.
A Quebec man is facing a slew of charges after shocking video emerged of an alleged impaired driver trying to evade police in Brampton; police are investigating after a woman found a hidden camera inside a Hamilton Tim Hortons bathroom; and, the completion of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT has been delayed, again.
A witness says suspects ambushed a 17-year-old in front of his building, hearing at least five gunshots; hundreds of police officers and first responders stood outside for the funeral service of York Const. Travis Gillespie; and, here's why Toronto Pearson ranks as one of the worst mega-sized airports.
Thousands gathered to pay their last respects to fallen Toronto police officer Const. Andrew Hong; what led to the fatal double-stabbing in an Etobicoke apartment? And, here's why a vaccine ad campaign costing Toronto tens of thousands of dollars was taken down as soon as it was posted.
Food prices are still rising even as inflation slows, forcing consumers to change their shopping habits; a 26-year-old man is facing first-degree murder charges for the fatal stabbing of a woman in a Toronto Canadian Tire; and, here's why car insurance companies are raising premiums.
The world watched as Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest in the United Kingdom; here's how people in the GTA marked the occasion; and, a Toronto woman says she lost $750,000 after she fell for an Elon Musk deep fake scam.
A 19-year-old was identified as the victim of a fatal shooting at a popular Etobicoke park; a man is facing multiple impaired driving charges in the head-on collision that killed a York police officer; and, meet the man behind every official TIFF photograph.
Police say the fatal shooting of Constable Andrew Hong was targeted; Meet Toronto's newest police chief, Myron Demkiw; and here's why Minister Lecce ordered Ontario schools to commemorate the Queen's passing.
A York Regional Police officer was killed in a head-on collision while driving to work in Markham; seniors discharged from hospital could be charged $400 daily if they refuse an LTC placement outside their community; and, the death of The Queen has reignited discussion about Canada's ties to the monarchy.
The motive for the unprovoked "ambush" attack that killed a Toronto police officer in Mississauga is still unclear; Ontario will not make the Queen's funeral on Sept. 19 a provincial holiday; and, a mom says a school bus company left her son with autism stranded 20 km away from home.
A Toronto police officer is among the dead and a suspect is in custody following two shootings in Mississauga and Milton; students at a Toronto high school are grieving the murder of a 15-year-old classmate; and, will the Queen's funeral be a national holiday in Canada?
King Charles III addressed the world a day after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II; here's what's changing in Ontario as King Charles III becomes Canada's new head of state; and, a senior lost $2,000 in a good Samaritan taxi scam.
Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest reigning monarch, is dead at 96; MPPs at Queen's Park agree to pause work until next week in light of the Queen's passing; and, here's how Toronto is marking the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
The prime suspect in a mass stabbing incident in Saskatchewan has been taken into custody; here's how Canadians feel about the Bank of Canada hiking interest rates for the fifth consecutive time; and, an Ontario man says his new electric Ford pick-up has added costs that Americans don't have to pay.
Saskatchewan stabbing suspect possibly sighted: RCMP; Canadians are continuing to add to their debt load; growing fears of COVID-19 resurgence as schools open; Justin Bieber cancels rest of North American tour; and, an Ontario man still not buried eight months after death.
A video emerged showing a Tesla driver appearing to be asleep behind the wheel while travelling more than 100 km/hr on the QEW; an Ontario man is thankful he's still alive after a driver ran him over in an alleged road rage incident; and, here's how Toronto families are gearing up for back-to-school.
The man targeted in a brutal attack involving an axe and machete spoke exclusively to CTV New Toronto; should parents have their children get a third COVID-19 dose; and, here's how this Ontario senior lost $100,000 to the grandfather scam.
Three OPP officers have been charged with manslaughter over the shooting death of a one-year-old boy in Kawartha Lakes; Ontario is scrapping its mandatory five-day isolation rule for people who test positive for COVID-19; and, police search the large utility hole at the site of a crash that killed six young adults in Barrie.
The memorial for six young adults killed in a single-vehicle collision in Barrie is growing; aconite is suspected in a mass poisoning at a Markham restaurant; and, an Ont. woman was heartbroken to learn her home insurance policy wouldn't cover the loss of her engagement ring diamond worth $55,000.
Here's what we know about the six young adults killed in a single-vehicle collision in Barrie; York Public Health is investigating reports several people became seriously ill after eating at a Markham restaurant; and, why are Canadians angry?
One person is in custody after two people died in a fatal stabbing on a stretch of road in North York; is the Ontario COVID-19 Science Advisory Table being dissolved? And, a raccoon is recovering after it was trapped and poisoned with bread soaked in windshield wiper fluid.
One person is dead following a meningococcal outbreak in Toronto; the Opposition grilled the Ford government over a new bill that allows senior patients to be transferred to LTCs outside their community; and, a U.S. realtor is suing a Hamilton broker over a pose in a new ad.
The majority of Toronto students have enrolled for in-person learning this coming year; here's what a Toronto tech CEO has to say about implementing a four-day work week; and, a Pickering boy was hospitalized for 10 days after he swallowed a button battery.
The TTC will resume ticketed enforcement of fare evaders in the fall; Western University is requiring students to have a third COVID-19 shot and wear masks in class; and, a Toronto senior lost $25,000 after falling for a scam call claiming to be from Amazon.
The three victims of a fiery crash in Brampton were teen siblings; Toronto police released images of a woman they say may have been kidnapped; and, a woman said her landlord served her with an eviction notice after she refused an illegal rent increase.
A major hospital in Markham issued a stark warning about long wait times in its emergency room; a man was shot and killed and a woman injured following a shooting in an Oakville neighbourhood; and, can you save money buying a mattress topper instead of a new mattress?
Here's what's in the Ontario government's five-point plan to address ongoing issues in the health-care system; some homes in Toronto neighbourhoods are still seeing strong price growth despite rising interest rates; and, an Ontario woman is angry Scotiabank is refusing to buy back gold and silver she purchased from them nine years ago.
Doctors at St. Joseph's hospital are sounding the alarm over a staffing crisis in its emergency room; here's why some childcare operators haven't opted into Ontario's $10-a-day program; and, here's some of what you can experience in this year's CNE.
A man and woman have been found dead inside a Mississauga home; SickKids hospital is warning parents may need a prescription for over-the-counter children's fever and pain medicine amid a sever shortage; and, where did a massive pile of dirt in a Toronto neighbourhood come from?
A strike by ride safety inspectors prompted concerns for the safety of rides at the CNE; here's what the Ontario government is offering the union representing teachers; and, are Airbnbs just as expensive as a hotel stay?
The victim of a fatal shooting during the funeral of another homicide victim has been identified; it will take a few days to repair the power line that triggered a major downtown power outage after a crane struck it; and, here's how two sisters adopted into separate families found each other 35 years later.
A power outage in downtown Toronto may have been caused by a crane striking transmission lines in the Port Lands; the brutal attack of a Brampton media personality is being investigated as an attempted murder; and, how did a four-year-old girl end up on the TTC tracks?
A well-known Brampton, Ont. real estate agent was attacked in his driveway by men wielding a machete and an axe; two Toronto children who found their mom dying from an overdose in their home are anxious to move; and, a lack of epidural catheters prevented an Ontario woman from getting more than a single dose during labour.
Rescue crews recovered the bodies of two men after a trench collapsed at a construction site in Ajax; here's what's changed in Ontario's re-tabled budget; and, a 21-year-old woman was scammed out of $11,000 by a psychic she discovered on Tiktok.
Two workers are trapped after a trench collapse at an Ajax construction site; masks will be optional for students at Ontario schools in the fall semester; and, this 'monster' home in Richmond Hill is angering its neighbours.
Pearson officials say the airport has seen "measurable" operational improvements in recent weeks; Ontario's health care workers say the system is heading to a 'complete collapse' amid rampant staffing shortages in hospitals; and, here are the best portable speakers on the market.
Ontario nurses are sharing why so many are ready to leave the profession amid a staffing crisis; Toronto Police made the rare move to release images of a teen suspect in a string of sexual assaults in Scarborough; and, 36 per cent of Canadians would delete themselves from the internet if they could, according to a new survey.
Premier Ford is facing pressure to act on the staffing crisis in Ontario's hospitals; did the contents of a home play a role in a fatal fire in Toronto? And, experts say chargeback fraud has surged since the onset of the pandemic.
The return of festivities like Caribbean Carnival after a pandemic hiatus is giving Toronto a much needed boost from international tourism; the OPP is conducting its annual 'Move over' campaign; and, the severe state of staffing levels in Ontario has some hospitals unable to deliver critical services.
At least 14 health care facilities in Ontario will close beds or entire units due to staff shortages this long weekend; the Toronto Blue Jays are promising a better ball park after a $300-million renovation; and, shopping online? Beware ads on social media.
A four-year-old girl was struck and killed by a GO Train in Mississauga; three doctors at Trillium Health within a few days of each other; and, several dogs have reportedly fallen ill after someone was seen spreading an unknown substance at a dog park.
Sport Canada knew of Team Canada's sexual assault allegations in 2018 but didn't follow up; the UHN was forced to use staff from other units to address severe staff shortages at hospitals; and, retail workers are facing more abuse than ever before.
There are mixed feelings surrounding the Pope's visit to Canada; dawn unveiled the damage caused by the storm that ripped across southern Ontario Sunday night; and, the owner of an American Bully puppy has been reunited with her dog after it was allegedly stolen.
Police don't anticipate any threats to the community as the Hells Angels gather in Brooklin, Ont.; An allegation of gang sexual assault is connected to Canada's 2003 World Juniors team; and, these are the what the labels on sunscreen products mean.
A large "unsanctioned" Hells Angels motorcycle procession took place in Toronto under heavy police presence; parents of children six months to five years will be able to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment next Thursday; and, passport delays is jeopardizing a Milton family's $35,000 dream safari trip.
A severe thunderstorm watch was in effect in Toronto and across southern Ontario; should the mayors of Toronto and Ottawa have veto powers over their city councils?; and, an Ontario water park is weighing people for certain water rides.
How Torontonians are beating the heat on Tuesday; towing fees in Mississauga is about to go up hundreds of dollars; and, this Etobicoke woman lost $60,000 after her computer was hacked and she was scammed.
A cyclist was arrested after allegedly carjacking a 70-year-old woman on the Gardiner Expressway; Durham police issued a warning about a Hells Angels gathering in a nearby Ont. village; and, Pat Foran records a call with an alleged credit card scammer.
Canada is resuming random COVID-19 testing at Toronto Pearson and other major airports; Ontario has expanded fourth dose eligibility to adults 18 and over; and, a 41-year-old man was arrested in an alleged "domestic-related" fatal stabbing in Whitby.
Paving scams are on the rise, Ontario expands eligibility for booster doses, and new details on when the summer COVID-19 wave should peak.
Family loses $2,000 after paying for paving job and Ontario set to announce booster shot plans for province.
Woman with long COVID applies for assisted death, man goes missing after golf cart crashing into pond, and the rental scams police want you to keep an eye out for.
Reactions to Rogers network outage; Will Ont. ever see $10 a day childcare?; Outage sends Ont. businesses into panic; Family of Ont. man sues police; and, Postal code discriminations could end.
Two teen boys were rushed to hospital after a double stabbing outside a Mississauga mall; here's why five strangers came together to save a man from a burning vehicle on the QEW; and, do Canada's new bank rules do enough to protect consumers?
Some Brampton city councillors are voicing concerns about Patrick Brown after he was disqualified from the Conservative leadership race; what led to a worker dangling from a crane several storeys above a Toronto construction site; and, a Richmond Hill man lost almost $3,000 to an 'advanced fee' loan scam.
Toronto's mayor is promising Sikh security guards will be accommodate and reinstated over its "clean shaven" mask policy; provincial indicators are indicating a summer surge in COVID-19 cases in Ontario; and, some Ontario cities and towns are offering gifts for tourists to come visit.
Air Canada led the world for flight delays over the long weekend accord to Flight Aware; the TTC is investigating after a video emerged of two people "train surfing" on the Scarborough RT; and, Toronto's policy requiring security guards to be clean shaven for N95 masks is being called discriminatory.
Ontario is temporarily cutting the gas tax by 5.7 cents a litre as of Canada Day; a couple of major Canadian airlines are cutting back on scheduled summer flights amid weeks of delays and cancellations; and, Premier Ford pleges he will end postal code discrimination in insurance.
A mom says flight delays and cancellations forced her and her three children to sleep on the floor at Pearson airport; unclaimed luggage is piling up at Pearson's baggage claim area; and, here's how Toronto Police are preparing for big crowds at Woodbine Beach on Canada Day.
Why were police not called when a robbery and gunfire in Scarborough led to injuries to six people? An OPP officer admitted he directed more than $500,000 of towing jobs to businesses run by the same man; and, want a Nexus card? You have to go to the U.S. to complete your application.
An Ontario community is mourning a boy who died after accidentally being left in a hot car while his mother worked; a bank employee was stabbed multiple times in a brazen robbery at a bank in Toronto's Chinatown; and, here's how AirTags helped this Toronto man recover his own and eight other stolen vehicles.
Toronto was named by U.S. judges who opposed the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the likely destination for abortion tourism; these are the new and old faces that make up Doug Ford's new cabinet at Queen's Park; and, here's how Toronto is celebrating Pride this weekend.
A teen said they tried to save a Mississauga shooting victim after he found him dying of gunshot wounds; an Ontario woman said she had no idea where the shovel that pierced her windshield while she was driving came from; and, here's how this extreme couponer is fighting back against inflation.
Here's how Torontonians are adapting to the rising cost of living; the Taste of the Danforth is cancelled for 2022; and, despite a deadline requiring in-suite air conditioning in long-term care homes, some facilities have yet to provide the amenity.
Businesses were evacuated following a propane fire and explosion at an Etobicoke facility; a heat warning greeted Toronto residents on the first day of summer; and, a bank said a Pickering college student was on the hook for $14,000 in fake cheques after she failed to realize her debit card went missing last fall.
Father’s day weekend was host to multiple shootings; Woman recounts dog being attacked by coyote; Premier Ford’s cabinet to be sworn in on Friday; Beginning of the end of single-use plastics; Kids Help Phone helps newcomers adjust to Canada; and, Paul Haggis detained in alleged sex assault case.
A suspect is in custody after a woman was set on fire on a TTC bus in a "random attack"; police are asking the public's help to find a suspect in the death of a woman in a Brampton home; and, are plant-based meat options healthier for you?
Toronto will be one of 16 cities to host FIFA World Cup matches in 2026; patients in Ontario's emergency rooms are waiting an average of 1.9 hours before being seen by a health professional; and, this Ont. family was shocked at how a long-term rental contract led to a lien on a home.
Police Chief James Ramer apologized for his service's track record with racialized people; the victim of an assault at Dundas Subway Station shares his story; and, is enough being done to stop fake online reviews?
Pearson officials welcome news Canada's easing most vaccine mandates at airports; Toronto's police chief is expected to apologize as the force releases race-based data; and, questions surrounding missing surveillance footage in a 2020 drug case prompted charges against a Toronto police detective.
The man responsible for the Toronto van attack was sentenced to life in jail with no parole for 25 years; an Ontario boy who went missing Sunday was found dead in a river; and, here's how inflation and rising interest rates are impacting Ontario residents.
Canada is suspending mandatory random COVID-19 testing at airports; Ontario is poised to hit another record high in gas prices; and, this Toronto restaurant has adopted a 'tip-free' model and now pays its workers a living wage.
Almost 10 per cent of Air Canada flights out of Pearson airport were cancelled in the first week of June; masking will become optional on public transit in Toronto; and, what can you do if you have been waiting months for your passport to be mailed to you?
Most COVID-19 mask mandates in Ontario are lifting on Saturday; A 19-year-old man and his alleged teen accomplice are facing over 100 carjacking charges; and, a Brantford family says a contractor for their backyard renovation stopped responding after he was paid $13,000.
Police are hoping composite sketches of a girl whose remains were found in a Toronto dumpster will help identify her; a Mississauga teen was arrested for threatening a mass shooting on a Pride event in Florida; and, here's how a surge in carjackings impact insurance premiums.
Strict bail conditions were imposed on Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard as he awaits sentencing for sexual assault of an Ottawa woman; dozens of families are homeless after a fire tore through a Mississauga townhome complex; and, renting a water heater? Here's why you should consider buying one.
What's next for Premier Doug Ford with a second majority mandate? Voter turnout hit a record low in Ontario; and, gas prices are expected to reach record highs this weekend.
Ontario residents head to the ballot box to vote for the next provincial government; jurors in the Jacob Hoggard sexual assault trial are deadlocked on some counts; and, here's why scammers are hacking Instagram accounts.
A new Nanos poll indicates Doug Ford's Progressive Conservatives are poised for a second mandate in Ontario; a jury sided with Johnny Depp in his defamation lawsuit, Amber Heard on her counterclaim; and, here's why the CRA are sending notices to some Canadians to pay back CERB.
A doorbell camera captured the moment a man was carjacked in his driveway; jury deliberations begin in the sex assault trial of Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard; and, e-transfered the wrong person? The money may be gone.
Metrolinx is warning the public about the dangers of walking on railway tracks with a shocking video of a near miss involving three youths and a GO train; what will the final days of the Ontario election campaign reveal? And, southern Ontario is dealing with its first 'heat event' of the season.
New security video shows a man holding what was believed to be a rifle before he was confronted by police near a Toronto school; a former detective says carjacking tactics are escalating; and, how the Supreme Court of Canada's ruling on consecutive sentences impacts survivors of Toronto's van attack.
Several Toronto schools were locked down after police fatally shot an allegedly armed man in Scarborough; police say four carjackings in less than three hours Scarborough appear to be connected; and, meet the latest $60-million Lotto Max jackpot winner.
Parents of family members of the victims of the Texas school shooting are sharing their grief; Toronto is investigating two probable cases and two suspected cases of monkeypox; and, should you file an insurance claim for damages incurred during the Ontario storm?
An 18-year-old gunman opened fire Tuesday at a Texas elementary school, killing at least 15 people, including children; Environment Canada confirms an EF2 tornado touched down in Uxbridge on Saturday; and, here's why travellers should purchase travel insurance.
Witnesses described the scene at Woodbine Beach Sunday night as a street battle involving fireworks; At least 35 homes and businesses have been destroyed in Uxbridge by Saturday's storm; and, these are the best sunscreens for you and your family.
The long weekend drive is underway across the GTA; Toronto's mayor called for help to address a surge of carjackings; and, here's how Ontario's major parties plan to address the high cost of gas.
A home invasion that resulted in a Lamborghini SUV being stolen is just the latest in a string of car thefts and carjackings in Toronto; high gas prices are spoiling long weekend plans for many Toronto families; and, who is responsible when a stray golf ball causes thousands of dollars of damage on a home near a golf course?
The victim of an attempted carjacking in Toronto says she's thankful bystanders stepped in to stop the crime; here's how soaring inflation is impacting consumers and business in Toronto; and, records show 25 MPPs at Queen's Park are investors in more than 40 properties worth millions.
U.S. President Biden condemned the racist motive behind a mass shooting in Buffalo; Toronto Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner was a victim of a violent carjacking Monday night; and, an Ontario man is hoping to hit the one million kilometre mark on his van's odometer.
Shock and outrage in the aftermath of a hate-motivated mass shooting in Buffalo, N.Y.; a 17 year prison sentence for the driver of a fatal Brampton crash that killed a mother and her three daughters; and, how to get your event tickets when you don't own a smartphone.
A driver speaks after a dump truck dragged his car half a kilometre on Highway 401; Ontario's top doctor is cautiously optimistic the pandemic will not interrupt summer plans; and, a company is apologizing after its employees were caught on camera stealing and damaging campaign signs.
A Grade 11 student was shot in the parking lot of a Toronto high school; Police in Bradford renewed its appeal for help nearly a month after a man's body was discovered in a canal; and, a Toronto woman was stunned by a $1,300 bill to put down her sick cat.
The accused in the fatal 2018 Kensington Market shooting says it was "not really" difficult to obtain an illegal gun; two suspects opened fire during an armed robbery at a St. Catherine's mall; and, finding rentals in the GTA is becoming as competitive as buying a home.
Toronto's SickKids hospital reports seven probable cases of severe hepatitis in children; four major Ontario party leaders sparred in the first election debate in North Bay; and, retail fraud is becoming more organized.
Why are gas prices so high across Canada? Also, affordability is a major focus in the Ontario Liberal's platform; and, Toronto Mayor John Tory rappelled down an office building to raise money for multiple sclerosis research.
Gas prices may surpass $2 a litre by the end of the weekendl; what is causing long lines and delays at passport offices and Pearson airport; and, here's why the Ontario Liberals say they want to bring in an optional Grade 13 if they form government.
Human remains found in a Toronto dumpster belong to a little girl, says police; a surge in demand has led to long lines and delays at Canada's passport offices; and, opening statements were made in the sexual assault trial of Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard.
The proposed Highway 413 plan was a hot topic on Day 1 of the Ontario election campaign; there's been a noticeable spike in gas-and-dash thefts in Ontario; and, an Aurora homeowner was shocked to get a $6,200 water bill.
Ontario's election campaign officially kicks off Wednesday; the body found in a Toronto dumpster may belong to a child or infant, according to police sources; and, rising gas thefts prompt calls for mandatory prepayment at fuel pumps.
Will the Toronto Maple Leafs win a playoff series? Also, long security lines frustrated travellers at Pearson airport; and, all high-rise residential construction sites in the GTA shut down after workers walked off the job.
Four Cadets killed at Royal Military College in Kingston; Toronto Police brace for the weekend protests; Election candidates hit the campaigns early; Toronto students hold rally in support of Ukraine; and, are real-estate prices actually dropping?
Ontario's 2022 budget announced ahead of election; Can the Toronto Raptors win Game 6; Advocates call blood ban policy change a success; What are the risks of cosmetic surgeries?; and, what can be done to prevent further over seas car crimes from being committed?
Car stolen from Ontario shows up in Nigeria; State of the housing market is on a positive trend; A young boy with diet illness receives crunchy surprise; and, the provincial budget document releases Thursday.
Mixed reactions to Ryerson University name change; Renewed effort to arrest Canada's most wanted; Canada's oldest drag queen sells collection; and, LTC a priority for all parties in 2022 election.
Billionaire Elon Musk has purchased Twitter for approximately $44 billion dollars; video purported to show a violent assault outside a Brampton bowling alley surfaces on social media; and, here are some of the key items promised in the Ontario NDP's platform.
Ontario is extending its mask mandate in high-risk settings until early June; police released images of a suspect vehicles in a drive-by shooting in Scarborough; and, here's some tricks to lower your carbon footprint.
Commuters are being assured riding the TTC is safe after a pair of random attacks; Sunwing has called upon other airlines to help deal with its backlog of travellers impacted by issues caused by a cyber security breach; and, a Brampton woman was caught between an e-commerce store and its courier company after a $1,000 pair of shoes never arrived.
Mario Greco says the moment he was stabbed in the neck while at a TTC subway station felt like a dream; Canada reported its highest annual rate of inflation in 31 years; and, a Markham man was shocked after he was told he was on the hook for a $10,000 loan after his identity was stolen.
Shamsa Al Balushi says she was heading home Sunday night on the Yonge subway platform when she was shoved onto the tracks; Sunwing travellers say their patience is reaching the limit as delays enter a second day; and, a exhibit dedicated to the legacy of Princess Diana opens at Casa Loma.
Police have released the image of a woman they say is responsible for shoving a woman onto the subway tracks at Bloor-Yonge station; A network issue affecting Sunwing is stranding thousands of travellers; and, here's how the Arkells helped this Toronto couple realize the proposal of their dreams.
Drivers are rushing to the gas station's ahead of the huge 12 cent jump in prices taking place over Friday night; Toronto Raptor's to play against Philadelphia 76ers in first playoff game; and, Just like humans, your dog or cat needs a comfortable place to sleep and can tell the difference between a good and bad bed.
New modelling suggests hospitalizations are likely to surpass 3,000 in the next month in Ontario; one man is arrested and a warrant was issued for a second suspect in connection with a Dec. 2021 assault of a since abducted Ontario woman; and, an Oshawa man was shocked his used vehicle had its odometer rolled back over 200,000 kilometres.
A Brampton family was shaken after a thief attempted to steal their SUV from the driveway with their infant in the vehicle; a memorial was held for the international student from India killed in an alleged random shooting; and, Halton police issued a warning after thirty reports of catalytic converter thefts in six weeks.
A 39-year-old man has been arrested for a pair of random fatal shootings in Toronto; the TTC is stepping up security at stations in the wake of a shooting on a New York City subway; and, Jurassic Park is returning to Toronto for the 2022 Raptors playoffs.
Ontario's top doctor says the province is in a sixth wave in his first public appearance in nearly a month; police released photos of a man accused of attempting to forcibly escort a 14-year-old girl out of a TTC station; and, a woman is demanding answers after Toronto Animal Services euthanized her cat without her knowledge.
An overnight shooting at a popular tourist spot in Niagara Falls killed one teenage boy under 18 and hospitalized two others; Almost 2,000 health care workers are off the job Friday thanks to COVID-19; and, there is renewed interest in electric vehicles thanks to the high price of gas.
A Brampton teen died hours after an altercation with off-duty Toronto police officers over the alleged sale of a counterfeit watch; here's how the federal budget affects Toronto; and, Kyiv's mayor called for unity in an emotional virtual address to Toronto city council.
Ontario is expanding fourth dose eligibility to millions more residents as health experts sound the alarm over the sixth wave; the son and daughter of Boris Brott, the Canadian conductor killed in a hit-and-run, remember him as a loving father; and, an Ontario resident says she was shocked after developers for a condo she signed a contract for pre-pandemic demanded almost $280,000 more.
Hospitalizations in Ontario is soaring again amid the sixth wave of COVID-19; Cory Fenn will serve at least 25 years to life as the judge considers whether he can hand down a consecutive sentence; and, Ontario is limiting who will be allowed to call themselves a financial advisor or planner.
The family of two children killed by a speeding 16-year-old shared their heartbreak following the teen's sentencing; evidence of rising COVID-19 cases in Ontario has prompted renewed support for mask wearing indoors; and, a Ukrainian refugee is grateful for the warm welcome her family has received from Toronto.
The driver of a triple fatal crash in Toronto was driving on a suspended licence, police say; Canada lifts its pre-entry COVID-19 test requirement for fully-vaccinated travellers; and, here\s who Canada will play in the round robin of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Toronto police are trying to find 20-year-old Dalls Ly after his mother's remains were discovered in a garbage bag on a Toronto sidewalk; doctors are renewing their recommendation to wear a mask amid sixth wave fears; and, an Ontario veterinarian is in Poland to care for the animals of Ukrainian refugees.
Officers are seeking evidence of the moments before the dismembered remains of a woman was left on a Toronto sidewalk; Ontairo's new housing bill aims to accelerate home building in the province; and, rewards of up to $50,000 are available for tips leading to the arrest of two suspects.
Health experts say there are signs Ontario is facing a sixth wave of COVID-19, driven by the BA.2 Omicron subvariant; the sister of the father killed in a Brampton fire that also took the life of his wife and three children shares her anguish; and, a strain of the bird flu prompted the Toronto Zoo to close its aviaries.
Family and friends have identified the family of five killed in an early morning house fire in Brampton; Ontario reaches a deal with the federal government to subsidize child-care; and, here's why the price of new tires is about to go up.
John Tory says he will be seeking a third term as Toronto's mayor; three more pediatric cancer patients from Ukraine have arrived at Toronto's SickKids hospital; and, the Rolling Stones are releasing the live recordings from a pair of secret concerts held in Toronto in the 1970s.
A man is dead after a car plunged into Lake Ontario west of Toronto early Thursday morning; Toronto is introducing vehicle-monitoring technology to discourage speeding in city vehicles; and, a Markham landlord says a tenant owes him $35,000 is refusing to move out amid delays at the Landlord and Tenant Board.
Unifor alleges former union boss Jerry Dias accepted money from a COVID-19 rapid test supplier; wastewater data from York Region, Toronto, Oakville, Milton and Pickering are seeing rising COVID-19 indicators; and, is renting out your car an option for when you aren't using it to generate revenue?
Ontario's NDP and Liberals were pressed for answers on the possibility of a coalition at Queen's Park; an 85-year-old woman was evicted from her retirement home after alleged fraud left her broke; and, are the savings from coupons worth the time and effort?
Today is the first day where masks are no longer required in most indoor settings in Ontario; police say an 11-year-old was caught driving 150 km/h before crashing through a fence during a police pursuit; and, an Ontario man was fined $110 for a faded, peeling licence plate.
Ontario is just days away from dropping the mask mandate for the first time since 2020, scientific director of the province's science board resigns, and tips on how to protect your old photos.
Large scale St. Patrick's Day celebrations have returned to Toronto; a Mississauga golfer is one of two Ontario residents to survive a crash in Texas that claimed nine lives; and, a Toronto man is facing at least 40 charges for allegedly swindling victims he met via a dating app.
CTV News learned Canada will be lifting pre-arrival COVID-19 testing requirements for fully-vaccinated travellers as of April 1; here's how inflation is impacting the most vulnerable as it drives up the cost of everyday staples; and, a witness says a fatal workplace accident in Oshawa involved a wood chipper.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's speech to Canada's Parliament was must-see television for Canada's Ukrainian community; SickKids hospital is expecting to welcome two pediatric cancer patients from Ukraine; and, here's how some Canadians are falling victim to cryptocurrency scams.
The victims of a fatal crash on Highway 401 near Belleville were identified as five students from India; Mandatory vaccination policies were one of many visitation restrictions dropped at Ontario's long-term care homes; and, here's why "volume discounting" doesn't work for all shoppers.
More than 85,000 travellers moved through Pearson airport's terminals Friday in its busiest travel day since the start of the pandemic; Premier Ford slams school boards for pushing back on easing mask policies; and, a GoFundMe was created to help Ukrainian students studying in Canada cut off from financial supports due to Russia's invasion.
School boards are weighing whether they will lift their mask policy in schools after March Break; security footage revealed the moment a jewelry store was robbed at gunpoint; and, a Toronto man says he was on the hook for $2,000 after falling victim to the cheque overpayment scam.
Ontario is lifting its mask requirement at most indoor settings beginning March 21; Toronto's Pearson airport is bracing for the return of March Break travellers this week; and, tips and tricks that can help lower your bill at the gas pumps.
Reports of fuel theft are rising alongside record-breaking gas prices; the Ontario government announced a new science curriculum that will start teaching coding from Grade 1; and, more Ontarians say they'd be willing to pay cash to avoid involving insurance following a minor car accident.
A man is in custody and a woman and two children are in hospital after police responded to a domestic-violence report in Mississauga; Ontario is offering nurses up to $5,000 in incentive pay to stay on the job; and, here's how high gas prices are impacting Toronto commuters.
Toronto is welcoming back a long list of spring and summer events cancelled throughout the pandemic; police are investigating following a string of racist and antisemitic graffiti; and, some quick and easy steps to help free up storage on your phone.
Ontario's top doctor says the province is targeting the end of March to lift mask mandates; several stations have run out of gas amid a scramble to fill up before prices soar again; and, 12 vehicles seized by police during convoy protests have been returned to its owners.
Gas prices are expected to rise 14 cents by Friday across the Greater Toronto Area; an international child sexual abuse investigation led to six arrests in Toronto; and, many of Toronto's Russian Canadian community say they stand in solidarity with Ukraine.
Gas prices in the GTA are about to hit new records, and is still rising; Ontario has lifted all capacity limits and mandatory proof of vaccination requirements; and, can employers force workers to return to the office?
Hundreds of charges have been laid against two people in Toronto for alleged sexual assaults over the past 17 years; multiple Toronto residents are alleging they have been targets of vandalism over flying the Ukrainian flag; and, beware of text messages on licence plate sticker refunds and also check when you donate to support Ukraine as scammers target both initiatives.
Ontario has directed the LCBO to pull all Russian-made alcohol from its shelves; A teacher is sharing her shock after students allegedly gave her a Nazi salute at a Toronto school; and, an Oakville man has been trying to get a refund for six months after $800 in Petro Canada gift cards turned up empty.
Hundreds of Ukrainian Canadians and their supporters rallied at Nathan Phillips Square in response to Russia attacking Ukraine; Durham police identified the woman found dead in Pickering as a long-term care advocate; and, news of the closure of a popular Toronto patty shop prompted an offer from Drake to save it.
The Ontario government has revoked its state of emergency put in place over convoy protests; the mayor of Brampton is calling on Ontario to allow kids to take off their masks in the classroom; and, an Ontario mom was furious after her daughter was let off a school bus at the wrong stop.
"Affordability" may be the theme of the final session at Queen's Park before the provincial election; Three students allegedly performed a Nazi salute at a Toronto middle school; and, Ontario's first poet laureate aims to inspire people to reach out to loved ones in his latest collaboration.
Here's why one Toronto Liberal MP considered voting against the Emergencies Act; The Canadian Civil Liberties Association says Ontario could be taken to court over a planned anti-blockade bill; and, some Toronto home improvement stores are sounding the alarm over stagers purchasing furniture only to return them weeks later.
A court injunction has frozen millions in assets of protest organizers, including at least 120 cryptocurrency wallets; Brampton's mayor says around 100 homes have been impacted by flooding; and, Ontario is removing tolls on Highway 412 and 418 in Durham region.
Toronto police say a TTC driver has serious injuries after being stabbed multiple times over a fare dispute; The remains of a woman missing since 2008 have been recovered after her convicted killer led police to her body; and, a Toronto man is out $2,700 after scammers hacked his friend's social media account.
Toronto police describe the deadly shooting in a Toronto high school as an "execution"; Premier Ford says Ontarians will just have to be careful as the province accelerates its reopening plan; and, a Toronto couple was shocked when they were hit with a 25 per cent rent increase.
An 18-year-old student is dead following a shooting at a Toronto high school; the Ontario government is speeding up its timeline to lift COVID-19 restrictions; and, police released security images of a suspect vehicle in the theft of a truck carrying more than 2,000 firearms.
Ontario has declared a state of emergency in an effort to end demonstrations in Ottawa and Windsor; experts say time is of the essence to end the Ambassador Bridge blockade as more work is lost and prices begin to skyrocket; and, a Canada-wide warrant for manslaughter has been issued for the suspect in the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old Mississauga girl.
Sources tell CTV News the Ontario government is looking into fast-tracking the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions; a man accused of killing an Ajax mom and her two children in 2018 was found guilty of second-degree murder; and, Ontario has frozen all funds raised by crowdfunding site GiveSendGo for convoy protesters.
Queen's Park Circle is closed to vehicle traffic by Toronto police who say they are reacting to a possible protest; The blockade at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor has resulted in reduced shifts for a number of auto workers in Ontario; and, a Scarborough man was told he was breaking the law for parking his company van in his driveway.
The Ontario government is considering eliminating the fee for licence plate stickers; an Ontario doctor was shocked after finding more than $20,000 fraudulent Uber charges on his credit card; and, how Ontario eliminate anti-Black discrimination in the nursing industry.
Ottawa police disputes the Ontario government's claim that 1,500 OPP offivers were deployed to the city; a Toronto business is warning others after a thief targeted his debit machine during a break-and-enter; and, lack of supply, growing demand and conflict in Ukraine are all factors that are driving up record-high gas prices.
There is a massive effort underway in Toronto ahead of a planned convoy protest in the downtown core; a memorial is growing for a 14-year-old girl who was shot and killed; and, newer vehicles collect a lot of private data that should be wiped before selling your car.
A number of downtown Toronto hospitals are urging its staff to wear plainclothes when coming into work Saturday; the family of a Canadian trucker in an Arkansas ICU is struggling to find a way to bring him home; and, many parents say it's unfair to pay full daycare costs on days their child is sent home.
The family of a 14-year-old girl shot and killed in a Mississauga apartment building are in shock over her death; the rain will transition to snow overnight in Toronto with up to 10 to 20 centimetres expected Thursday; and, an Etobicoke man says he's been waiting eight months for his truck to be repaired over a sensor impacted by supply chain issues.
A Peterborough mother is demanding answers after she says her five-year-old son was forgotten and left outside by his school; modelling is suggesting Ontario is past the peak of Omicron's spread; and, seven people were arrested following an investigation into a high-end vehicle theft ring.
Capacity limits are still place, but there is a sense of cautious optimism that lockdowns and restrictions may soon be a thing of the past; snow is preventing garbage trucks from collecting from a North York neighbourhood; and, scammers are using a more positive message to try and lure victims.
Many restaurants say they are happy the province is ending the requirement for businesses to gather information for contact tracing; the pandemic has created a backlog of nearly 20 million health-care services; and, experts say the GTA will continue to see record-breaking gas prices over the next couple of months.
Ontario's top doctor says it is time to learn to live with COVID-19 as the province prepares to lift some capacity restrictions; as a contingent of the trucker convoy moved through the GTA, some supporters say the protest has moved beyond just vaccines and mandates; and, a Toronto police detective was found not guilty for the assault of a Black TTC rider that was caught on surveillance video.
A mother smashed a window so that her baby could be rescued from a low-rise building fire in Etobicoke; Brampton has always had a capacity issue in its hospitals. COVID-19 made it worse; and, a Brampton woman is regretting agreeing to a pricey contract for a new furnace that came with a free doorbell offer.
A court case involving the driver of a dump truck that struck and killed a man may be thrown out over a misplaced piece of paper; there are concerns that school absentee data is painting an vague picture of COVID-19's impact in Ontario's classrooms; and, Brampton is no longer the most expensive place to get car insurance in Ontario.
Salters were out well before the afternoon rush as the Toronto area braced for another five to 10 centimetres of snow; Ontario is the only province and territory yet to reach a deal with the federal government to reduce child-care costs; and, an Ontario man is on the hook for a $19,000 engine after missed oil changes voided his warranty.
Three brothers killed in a townhouse fire in Brampton are being remembered as caring and affectionate boys; a 13-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of a 15-year-old in a Toronto underground garage; and, a new project aims to build an elementary school inside a Toronto condo building.
Three boys under the age of 18 are dead following a fire at a Brampton townhouse; Premier Ford announces a three-step plan to lift most COVID-19 restrictions; and, here's why homeowner's should pay more attention to their mortgages.
Announcement is expected tomorrow regarding the reopening of some economic sectors; mixed emotions fill the air as students and teachers return to in-person learning amid worry over COVID-19 transmission; fashion mogul Peter Nygard denied bail; Toronto announces special cold weather warning; internationally educated nurses are being brought in by Sunnybrook hospital to help in hospitals and long term care homes.
City still in the process of cleaning up after the record-breaking snowfall, as many problems arise for the clearing crews working around the clock; how much will it cost to have all the excess snow removed from the cities streets; homicide investigation underway in the cities east end of a 24-year-old victim; Toronto boy goes viral for his snow shoveling rant; man gets scammed out of over $100,000 in a cryptocurrency scam and isn't the only one being affected by this.
The immense fallout from a record breaking blizzard leaves the city overwhelmed; what was supposed to be the return to in-person learning for students ended up becoming a snow day; some travelers were left stranded on the cities major highways due to the dense snow build up; Ontario's top doctor has hope in the latest data showing COVID-19 admissions slowing down.
Toronto police superintendent causes two vehicle collision, later being charged with driving under the influence of alcohol; Ontario minister of long-term-care has announced he will ultimately resign from his position at the end of next month; why are cancer patients being put on hold for life saving surgeries; business want to know if classes are able to return to in-person learning, when will they be able to reintroduce indoor dining?
Cancer patient remains frustrated has life-saving surgery put on hold as priority mainly is assigned to COVID-19 patients; school boards are in a time crunch as back to in-person learning is just days away and assures parents that there will be transparency when it comes to COVID cases in the classrooms; family of hit-and-run victim plead for the driver of the vehicle to come forward to the police to bring closure to their family; and, new documents shed more light on the double homicide of Barry and Honey Sherman.
Parents face uncertainty as to the safety involving the children going back to in-person learning; Parents won't receive ongoing case counts but will be able to view absentee data; Should Ontario follow in Quebec's foot steps by implementing vaccine mandate; Possible supply chain issues to come as truck drivers will soon be faced with a vaccine mandate; Novak Djokovic admits to breaking several COVID-19 isolation regulations; Toronto detective caught on body cam making sexual/racist comments about victim.
Despite the ongoing surge of the Omicron variant, Ontario schools are reopening next week with heavy criticism and doubt; province calls upon internationally educated nurses to help with the staffing shortages; committee calls for more transparency regarding city owned vehicles being involved in speeding related violations captured via speed camera's and, an in depth warning to watch out for this odometer rollback scam if you're looking to purchase a used car.
Toronto ambulances under immense strain amidst staffing shortages, despite this John Tory assures a plan is in place to ensure calls will be answered; Ontario students are set to return to in-person learning and just over a week but will it happen and is that the right decision; parents who work as essential workers have service open up to take care of their children while they're at work.
Business forced closed offered government grant that may have been announced too late and should have been announced on the day restrictions were announced; Eligibility criteria creates backlog in PCR testing in Ontario; Should vaccination be mandated in Canada? Would that do anything against the fight against COVID-19? Perhaps its the key as to how we end this pandemic; The rowdy passengers of the Sunwing flight from Quebec to Mexico may be in for some hot water when the arrive home.
Rapid Antigen continues to be incredibly challenging to get now that more rules are coming into effect day by day; take a deep dive into different scenarios simulating if more in people in the province were fully vaccinated than there are currently; health officials provided information on the deaths of two children under the ages of 10 that have died due to COVID-19 related illness.
Doors are ordered to close for indoor dining as stricter measures re-implemented, Parents scramble to get ready for the beginning of at-home learning and fear about the effect this absence has on their children's mental health; Newest COVID-19 data presents an increasingly sharp rise in hospitalization's due to the virus.
An increase in infections affect the quality of care people are getting; hospitals feel increase in pressure amid surge of Omicron; restrictions previously thought to be a thing of the past now back in place putting small business in vulnerable positions.
The province's top doctor warned the peak of the Omicron wave is not expected for the next six to eight weeks; concerns are being voiced over Ontario's plan to return to school amid Omicron; and, here's how to build a home gym without breaking the bank.
Ontario's top doctor says the changes to PCR testing, LTC mandates, school return dates and capacity limits are a response to Omicron cases; more details are emerging about a cyberattack on the City of Toronto; and, here's why you may be seeing more boxed wine on store shelves.
Some health experts say a return to in-person learning amid the emergence of the Omicron variant could be problematic; the long waits continue for many hoping to secure a free COVID-19 rapid test kit; and, some tips and tricks to help extend the life of your microwave.
One person called the process of finding a PCR COVID-19 test appointment a "nightmare"; the current scarcity of COVID-19 booster shot appointments is driving dozens of Ontarians to wait hours at walk-in clinics; and, here are the top five products Canadians purchased in 2021.
At 5,790 new COVID-19 cases in Ontario, the province has set a new record for daily cases since the beginning of the pandemic; all week, many anxious Torontonians lined up for hours to get a booster shot; and, these are the top five scams Canadians fell for in 2021.
Hundreds of people camped out for hours at Yorkdale and Union Station seeking a free COVID-19 rapid test; people in Ontario are reportedly waiting days for a COVID-19 PCR test while symptomatic; and, a Barrie, Ont. man said the toe cap of his hockey skate shattered after it was struck by a puck during a men's league game.
Ontario is re-evaluating who can access a PCR COVID-19 test amid surging demand due to the Omicron variant; the husband and father of a mom and three girls killed in a fatal crash in Brampton stood sobbing while a friend read his victim impact statement; and, an Ontario man says his custom wheelchair was damaged after it was sent to the wrong country.
Ontarians are struggling with long queues amid massive demand for COVID-19 booster dose appointments; businesses are weighing whether to remain open ahead of the holidays amid new capacity limits; and, there were tears at the sentencing hearing of the man responsible for a crash that killed a mom and her three daughters in Brampton.
The Ontario government introduced capacity limits on most indoor venues and warned more restrictions may be on the way in order to blunt the spread of the Omicron variant; some people waited hours for a chance to get a free COVID-19 rapid testing kit; and, an expert weighs in on what to look for when choosing a mask to wear.
Police called it a "Christmas miracle" no kids were injured after an explosion ripped through a Scarborough daycare; high winds broke a glass panel halfway up the CN Tower's elevator shaft; and, Ontarians are scrambling for a free COVID-19 rapid test or a booster shot amid growing fears over the rapid spread of the Omicron variant.
The Ontario government announced new measures in an effort to combat the rapid spread of the Omicron variant; many people waited hours on Wednesday for the opportunity to receive a booster shot at a pop-up vaccination clinic in Toronto; and, a Hamilton family was shocked after they received a $552 bill relating to a 911 call following a car crash in London, Ont.
Toronto Police released footage of an unidentified individual in relation to the murder of Barry and Honey Sherman; Ontario's top doctor says the province can't take any chances as Omicron rapidly becomes the dominant strain; and, more than one year after ordering his new van, a Scarborough man still has no idea when he'll get it.
Mayors in Durham Region have renewed calls for Ontario to scrap tolls on two local highways; a heartbroken mother is seeking answers into the overdose death of her 14-year-old daughter; and, there were tears and laughter as two Ontario sisters meet for the first time in 77 years.
Ontario made changes to strengthen its vaccine certificate system amid a "sudden escalation" of Omicron cases in the province; nearly 20,000 fans that attended last Sunday's Raptors game are being asked to monitor for symptoms after team President Masai Ujiri contracted COVID-19; and, an Ontario man was a victim of a brazen theft while attempting to sell a luxury SUV worth $65,000.
The Ontario government is mulling various new measures and restrictions in response to a sharp increase in daily COVID-19 cases; a new report projects a decade-high increase in food costs in 2022; and, a 20-foot light installation of Ryan Reynolds' ugly Christmas sweater is on display outside SickKids hospital.
The Ford government is facing pressure to expand access to free COVID-19 rapid testing; a woman is dead after her car plunged into a river and floated dangerously close to the brink of Niagara Falls; and, more than half of Toronto's Generation Z has abandoned dreams of owning a single-family home.
Ontario has paused its reopening plan indefinitely as new modelling says Delta could cause a surge of hospitalizations in January; two people are dead following an early morning house fire in Toronto; and, a group of Afghan refugees were given a Walmart shopping spree for the tools to help rebuild their life in Canada.
The GTAA cites infrastructure limitations for why not all arriving international travellers are being made to take a COVID-19 test; variants are stalling Ontario's hopes to move forward with reopening in January; and, here's how Toronto paid tribute to the victims of the Montreal massacre.
While the spread of Omicron in Ontario is worrisome, experts say suppressing the Delta variant has to be prioritized; a fully-vaccinated woman is seeking alternatives to a 14-day quarantine after she didn't pre-register her day trip to Buffalo in ArriveCAN; and, the average selling price of homes in Toronto reached an all-time record high.
Ontario confirms additional Omicron cases, third-party websites selling road tests appointments and who can get a third dose of a vaccine amid expanded eligibility?
The Omicron variant is dealing a new kind of stress for travellers at Pearson airport; Ontario's auditor general says thousands of ineligible businesses received $120-million in COVID-19 support grants; and, meet the six-year-old who gave the Peterborough Petes a pre-game hockey pep talk for the ages.
There are growing fears Ontario's health care system cannot handle another wave of the COVID-19 pandemic; an Uber driver had both his own car and a rental vehicle stolen from his driveway in less than a week; and, Ontario's five largest electricity providers join together to warn the public of scammers.
Two more cases of the new Omicron variant have been confirmed in Ottawa, bringing the total number of cases to four in Ontario; Ontario is 'prepared' to respond to Omicron or any new variant; Ontario's chief medical officer of health says the province is looking at additional measures in response to Omicron.
Ontario's infectious disease experts are expressing concern over the potential of the recently discovered Omicron variant; shoppers eagerly lined up in front of stores early to take advantage of Black Friday deals; and, meet the former Syrian refugee keeping his family's custom suit-making legacy alive from a tailor shop in Yorkville.
Ontario's top doctor casts doubt on whether proof of vaccination requirements will be extended to children aged five to 11; an Ontario man and 12 others were given an expired COVID-19 vaccine dose; and, two men are fighting Ontario's decision to seize a helicopter through civil forfeiture.
A Scarborough high school is enacting extra security measures after a student was attacked by people believed to be from another school. Travis McMichael, Greg McMichael, and William Bryan have been convicted for felony murder for the killing of Ahmaud Arbery. Ontario is investigating after a woman called its LTC action line over her father's health to be told it would take three days to respond.
Ten Toronto kids between the ages of five and 11 became the first in this age group in Canada to get their first COVID-19 vaccine dose. As parents in other provinces begin to see the savings, families in Ontario are still waiting on a child care deal with Ottawa. A Brampton grandmother who bought a toy cactus was shocked when it started swearing and singing about doing cocaine.
Vaccine bookings for kids under 12 opening Tuesday, coyote shot and killed by Toronto police and the surprise fees to watch out for when shopping online.
A gust of wind sent a window pane spinning out of control before it shattered and showered broken glass on a street in Toronto; the City of Toronto is opening up thousands of appointments to meet demand to vaccinate children aged five to 11; and, in the space of 20 metres in a Toronto neighbourhood, the speed limit goes from 30 kilometres per hour, up the 40, and then back to 30.
Health Canada is expected to authorize Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for kids aged 5 to 11 on Friday; Ontario will be providing five rapid COVID-19 tests to every student for the winter break; and, the Distillery District kicks off its winter village with the lighting of its 55-foot Christmas tree.
The mother of the teen slain in a fatal stabbing at a Toronto high school says she wasn't notified about her son's condition for hours; Some infection disease experts are voicing concerns for symptomatic PCR testing in pharmacies; and, Ontario is urging manufacturers to ramp up electric vehicle production in the province.
Three young people were hospitalized following a stabbing at a Toronto high school; Ontario is expected to allow pharmacies to test symptomatic patients for COVID-19; and, whether to buy or rent in Toronto is a question many residents grapple with.
A man is facing vandalism charges for hurling a rock through the window of a North York mosque; long-term care staff needs to have their first COVID-19 vaccine dose in order to work today; and, wild boar spotted in the Pickering area is a cause for concern.
The daughter of a taxi driver fatally shot in late October is struggling to find closure in his murder; some Afghan refugees in the GTA have been relocated four times in less than three months; and, 25 dogs rescued from the meat trade is now searching for their forever home in Toronto.
Hundreds of civilian and military personnel gathered in downtown Toronto to mark Remembrance Day; a man succumbed to gunshot wounds following a shooting inside an Ajax, Ont. home; and, 100 years later, how the discovery of insulin by Canadian doctor Sir Frederick Banting changed the lives of millions.
Ontario has paused its reopening plans and maintaining capacity limits in some "high-risk" settings amid rising COVID-19 cases; a Toronto community is raising concerns over frequent coyote sightings; and, ongoing supply chain issues are driving up the price of new and used vehicles.
Various Toronto services have handed out lifetime passes to long-servicing employees at the expense of taxpayers; Toronto Police have issued a warning about a man driving an SUV trying to get teenage girls to enter his vehicle; and, why a Burlington man's new car battery's warranty was voided.
After nearly 20 months, Canadians can now cross the land border into the U.S.; Current and former TTC employee data may have been compromised in a ransomware attack; and, a massive art installation at Fort York by Indigenous artist Jay Soule is paying tribute to Indigenous veterans.
A young woman is dead after an early morning collision in Brampton; Toronto's police chief says he's seeing mental health play a role in the increase in homicides in 2021; and, how to protect your packages from being swiped by porch pirates.
Three years after Toronto's deadly van attack paralyzed her from the neck down, Amaresh Tesfamariam has died; eligible Ontarians will be able to book appointments for a third COVID-19 dose on Saturday; and, how Torontonians are celebrating Diwali.
Ontario expands eligibility for third doses of COVID-19 vaccines while also announcing it won't mandate hospital workers to be vaccinated; Police say the death of a grandmother in an Oshawa home is suspicious; and, meet the Grade 11 student helping to raise awareness of Indigenous culture and history.
While workers welcome Ontario's minimum wage increase to $15 dollars, it comes three years after the Ford government cancelled it in the first place; dog owners in Riverside are being advised to be cautious after a man was seen spraying an unknown substance in a public dog water bowl; and, the dream of home ownership in Toronto is out of reach for many families with stable salaries.
A Toronto high school teacher is now on home assignment after they dressed in blackface as part of a Halloween costume; some parents are upset after postcards with an anti-vaccine message were found with their children's Halloween candy; and, meet three Toronto octogenarians who didn't let their age stop them from walking the CN Tower's EdgeWalk.
Full newscast: Peter Nygard appears in Toronto court + Man killed in robbery and shooting + investigation continues into fatal COVID-19 outbreak at hockey league
A fully vaccinated Ontario man dies after a COVID-19 outbreak at his rec hockey league; Ontario is expanding COVID-19 testing in all publicly-funded schools; and, more people are coming forward about "single family" restrictions in Toronto condos.
A plane was forced to land on Highway 407 in Markham after its engine failed; politicians are weighing in after a couple was told to leave their Toronto condo because they are unmarried; and, a Toronto man created a free app for people looking for a friend for their dog.
A Toronto couple says their condo's management group told them to get married or move out; Ontario's Sienna Senior Living is in the running to receive public funds despite shocking reports of neglect in two of their facilities; and, a checklist for what is needed to safely travel internationally.
Toronto saw eight separate incidents of gun violence that claimed the lives of four people; restaurants and bars are welcoming more customers as Ontario lifts capacity limits; and, the Supreme Court of Canada found municipalities can be held responsible for how policy decisions, like clearing snow, are carried out.
Premier Doug Ford announces the province's plan to gradually loosen all COVID-19 restrictions, local restaurants decry the incoming end of federal subsidies and the latest on the accidental shooting of Halyna Hutchins.
The Ontario government will reveal its "long-term" strategy to lift COVID-19 restrictions on Friday; many small businesses are facing more uncertainty as federal pandemic subsidies are replaced with a targeted program; and, as people return to the office, shelters are seeing an influx of pet surrenders.
The teen killed after being struck by a vehicle is being remembered as a passionate volunteer; the Toronto Raptors are playing their first regular-season game on home court in 600 days; and, there is a new type of convenience store where there are no cashiers.
A 17-year-old has died after she was struck by a vehicle in Toronto; Premier Ford refused to apologize for his comments on immigrants; and, see how a team of GTA doctors are reaching out to vaccine hesitant people.
Many Ontarians are reporting issues downloading the new vaccine certificate QR code; global supply chain issues may lead to major product shortages from Christmas presents to winter tires; and, extradition documents reveal new details about a Toronto rapper arrested in California while wanted for murder.
The Ontario government has launched its COVID-19 vaccine verification app and QR code system; Police say the disappearance of two Whitby women are suspicious; and, Toronto has won a court case to purchase property to preserve a 250-year-old oak tree.
A 15-year-old girl is facing a first-degree murder charge in the shooting death of another teen; Ontario is preparing a strategy to begin lifting pandemic restrictions; and, a Toronto firm explains why they switched to a four-day work week.
Scotiabank Arena is welcoming a capacity crowd for the Maple Leafs home opener; restaurants and bars are calling for Ontario to release the data that supports excluding their businesses from capacity limit changes; and, pregnant Ontarians are lagging behind in COVID-19 vaccination rates.
A COVID-19 outbreak has shut down an Etobicoke high school; Ontario restaurant owners warn "civil disobedience" is coming over their exclusion from the provinces' changes to capacity limits; and, what you need to know as the Toronto Maple Leafs get set to welcome a full capacity crowd at Scotiabank Arena.
Ontario is lifting capacity restrictions for certain large venues; free menstrual products will be available in Ontario schools this fall; and, a man is facing murder charges in connection with a deadly home invasion and abduction.
Ontario releases guidelines for Thanksgiving and Halloween; employment lawyer says people can be fired for not getting vaccinated; and, a traffic expert reveals one way the city could reduce congestion.
A Toronto teacher has been found not guilty of criminal neglect in the 2017 drowning death of a teen; Premier Ford is in the hot seat over the number of MPPs in his caucus medically exempt from getting a COVID-19 vaccine; and, gas prices are approaching a record high in Toronto.
A North York high school locked down after a male student was stabbed; Ontario is deploying COVID-19 rapid test kits to select schools; and, a new exhibit at the Art Gallery of Ontario gives visitors a modern peek at the art of Pablo Picasso.
Massive parties held at campuses across Ontario, 'possible explosives' partially shut down Ambassador Bridge PLUS an Ontario couple denied boarding due to expired identification
FULL NEWSCAST: Ontario makes it mandatory for long-term care staff, volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Nov. 15 + Police recover body, make arrest in alleged murder of missing Ontario couple + Supreme Court upholds Ontario law that slashed Toronto council
Canada marks its first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Ontario's Indigenous Affairs Minister explains why Sept. 30 is not a provincial stat holiday PLUS the Toronto Catholic Archdiocese offers an apology for its role in the residential school system.
FULL NEWSCAST: Ontario recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine over Moderna for people 18 to 24 effective immediately + 'Perfect' dock at Ontario Airbnb suite submerged – but the company didn't allow a negative review + Ontario announces school curriculum changes to mandate Indigenous learning in Grades 1 to 3
FULL NEWSCAST: Canada-wide warrant issued for man who police say killed missing Ontario couple + Fallout from tow truck turf war prompts new rules for OPP officers + Ontario's COVID-19 case counts 'flattened' but exponential growth still possible if restrictions lift
Ontario increases capacity limits in some settings, B.C. woman turned away from the CN Tower because of vaccine passport issue and why desktop computers are making a comeback.
Ontario businesses react to vaccine certificate program on day two, Toronto man fights expensive gas bill because of faulty metre and how to avoid keyless auto theft.
Ontario's proof of vaccine program begins, woman angry over botched driveway repair job and WHO releases new air quality guidelines for first time since 2005
Justin Trudeau wins Liberal minority, what this election means for Doug Ford, and Ontario's vaccine certificate program ready to begin.
Some voters wait in lengthy lines to cast their ballots, federal party leaders head back to home ridings and a deep dive into some key local ridings to keep your eye on.
New details emerge on a deadly home invasion turned kidnapping in Hamilton Thursday, a breakdown on what each federal party is promising on job creation and are your kids eating too much sugar?
The City of Toronto renews its push to get residents vaccinated, a home invasion and kidnapping in Hamilton leaves one dead and where each federal party stands on the issue of gun control.
Toronto-area businesses prepare to enforce vaccine passports, a Toronto NDP leader is stepping down amid social media controversy and everything you need to know about what each Federal party is promising on childcare.
Canadian comedy legend Norm Macdonald dead at 61, Western University faces allegations of multiple instances of sexual assaults on campus and Pickering makes it into the Guinness World Record books.