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GTA Volunteers Near 10‑Million Litter Collection Milestone
A GTA environmental group says its volunteers are close to reaching ten million pieces of litter collected across the region, reflecting extensive community…
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Federal Government Halts Billy Bishop Airport Expansion
The federal government, announced by Ontario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria, has halted the planned expansion of Toronto's Billy Bishop Airport,…
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Lower Don Trail Segment Reopens August 1
Toronto will reopen the Lower Don Trail between the Belleville Underpass and Queen Street East on August 1, after years of closure due to soil and weather…
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Man Charged with Murder After Rexdale Shooting
A 37‑year‑old man was charged with murder after shooting a 26‑year‑old woman outside a home on Arborwood Drive in Rexdale on July 24, 2026, around 7:30 a.m.
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Three Arrested After Early‑Morning Two‑Vehicle Crash Injures Five
Three arrests followed a two‑vehicle crash on Carlingview Drive and Disco Road in Etobicoke just after midnight on July 25, leaving five people injured, three…
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U of T Professor Becomes First Canada‑Based Fields Medalist
A University of Toronto mathematics professor became the first Canada‑based recipient of the Fields Medal on July 23, 2026, marking a historic first for the…
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Brad Bradford Pledges 1,000 New Police Officers
Mayor‑candidate Brad Bradford announced a plan to hire 1,000 additional police officers as part of his public‑safety platform in Toronto. The proposal,…
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Ontario Government Announces Completion of Yonge North Subway Launch Shaft
The Ontario government announced the completion of the launch shaft for Toronto's planned Yonge North Subway Extension on July 23, 2026, marking a key early…
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Scarborough Auto Shop Stuck with 1,000 Scrap Tires After Rule Shift
A Scarborough auto shop was ordered by the City of Toronto to clear over 1,000 scrap tires but cannot locate a recycler after Ontario’s tire‑recycling program…
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Ontario Updates Guidelines for Botox and Cosmetic Procedures
Ontario has revised its guidelines for aesthetic procedures like Botox, gaining broad support but prompting some nurses to raise concerns about practice…
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Ontario Reports No New Wildfires, 177 Still Active
Ontario's natural resources ministry reported zero new wildfire ignitions in the last day, with 177 fires still active across the province.
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Ontario PC Caucus Divided Over Stan Cho Hotel Expense Scandal
Ontario Progressive Conservative caucus members are divided over Willowdale MPP Stan Cho’s hotel expense claims, which total hundreds of thousands of dollars…
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Researcher Calls for Euthanasia of Nuisance Coyotes in Toronto
A new study urges Toronto to promptly euthanize persistent nuisance coyotes and to revamp its current control strategy, adding to the ongoing debate over urban…
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Biidaasige Park to Add 10 Acres in Toronto
Biidaasige Park announced a ten‑acre expansion on July 24, 2026, adding to the green space that opened a year ago. The increase aims to broaden recreational…
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Driver Arrested After Scarborough Crash, Gun Discovered in Car
Toronto police arrested a man in his 20s after a single‑vehicle crash at Kennedy Road and Passmore Avenue early Friday morning, after finding a firearm inside…
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GTA Mayors Move to Shield Firms from U.S. Tariffs
GTA mayors are drafting measures to protect local businesses from upcoming U.S. tariffs that could raise costs for Canadian firms, coordinating with provincial…
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Vehicle Fire Sparks Suspicious Blaze at Scarborough Plaza
A vehicle fire on July 22 ignited a commercial plaza near Eglinton Avenue East and Kennedy Road in Scarborough, prompting Toronto Fire Services to treat the…
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Ontario Minister’s Interview Cut Short After Wildfire Criticism Query
Minister Jill Dunlop ended a CBC interview abruptly after being pressed on criticism of Ontario’s wildfire response. The incident highlights the scrutiny faced…
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West Nile Virus Found in Ontario Mosquitoes, Officials Advise Precautions
West Nile virus was found in mosquito pools across several Ontario communities in July 2026, prompting officials to urge residents to adopt protective measures…
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Toronto Police Seize Cocaine, Guns and Cash in GTA Crackdown
Toronto Police seized 28 ounces of cocaine, four firearms, a replica gun, a vehicle, a motorcycle and $66,000 in cash during a July 22 raid on an alleged GTA…
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Toronto Officer Pleads Guilty to Phone Theft, Misuse
Constable Derek McCormick pleaded guilty to theft of a $5,000 cellphone and breach of trust for giving lost‑property burner phones to a fellow officer under…
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Toronto Man Charged with Terrorism Over Anti‑Jewish Statements
A 33‑year‑old Toronto man was charged with terrorism after police said his public anti‑Jewish statements during recent demonstrations promoted hatred and…
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Ford Says Premiers United Ahead of Carney Meeting Over US Tariffs
Premier Doug Ford said the provincial premiers are united ahead of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Charlottetown, as the United States announces…
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Ontario Officials Warn Muskoka Cottagers of High Fire Danger
Ontario officials have warned Muskoka cottagers to stay vigilant as unusually dry mid‑summer conditions keep fire danger ratings high, urging precautionary…