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Trade to Return Kawhi Leonard to Raptors Paused Amid Salary‑Cap Probe
The NBA has halted a trade that would send Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors while it investigates potential salary‑cap violations by the Los Angeles…
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Protesters Gather Outside Ford's Etobicoke Office Over New Regulator
On July 8, 2026, protesters assembled outside Premier Doug Ford’s Etobicoke office to oppose Ontario’s new regulator for personal support workers, citing…
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Raptors Sign Veteran Forward Kyle Anderson
The Toronto Raptors announced the signing of veteran forward Kyle Anderson on July 8, 2026, adding experienced depth to their roster as part of offseason…
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Laryea and Crepeau Make MLS All‑Star Roster
Richie Laryea and Maxime Crépeau were named to MLS’s 29‑player All‑Star roster on July 8, 2026, highlighting their status as members of Canada’s World Cup team…
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Researcher Explains Opposite Trends in Ontario Opioid Deaths and 911 Calls
A public health researcher explained that several factors are causing opioid deaths to fall while 911 overdose calls rise in Ontario, even as Thunder Bay still…
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One Seriously Injured in Pellet‑Gun Attack at Toronto’s Woodbine Beach
One person was seriously injured after a pellet‑gun assault at Woodbine Beach on July 8, 2026, prompting a police investigation and a search for suspects.
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Most Project South Charges Headed Straight to Trial
Most charges from the Project South investigation into Toronto police corruption will go directly to trial in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, involving…
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Salaun's 26 Points Propel Valkyries to 83-75 Win
Janelle Salaun's 26 points off the bench powered the Golden State Valkyries to an 83-75 win over the short‑benched Toronto Tempo, extending the Valkyries'…
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Calgary Tourism Brings City Colors to Toronto Subway
Tourism Calgary installed Calgary‑themed colors and signage at a downtown Toronto subway station on July 9, 2026, to promote travel to Calgary through a visual…
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Two Women Injured in Early‑Morning Fire at North York TCHC Building
A fire at a Toronto Community Housing building on Victoria Park Avenue injured two women early Thursday, marking the second serious blaze at the complex within…
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Bus Driver Hospitalized After Weapon Attack at Wilson Station
A TTC bus driver was attacked with a weapon at Wilson Station on July 8, 2026, and hospitalized with non‑life‑threatening injuries, prompting a police response…
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Trainee Constable Killed, Partner Critical After Aylmer Collision
A July 7 collision north of Aylmer, Ontario, killed a Durham Regional Police trainee and left another critically injured as they traveled to the Ontario Police…
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Alfredsson Joins Maple Leafs as Associate Coach
Daniel Alfredsson, former Ottawa Senators captain, has been hired as an associate coach by the Toronto Maple Leafs, joining the staff on July 7, 2026. The…
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Victoria Mboko Withdraws from Toronto Open Due to Knee Injury
Victoria Mboko withdrew from the National Bank Open in Toronto on July 7, 2026, due to a knee injury, ending her defence of the women’s title. The tournament…
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Toronto officers accused of illegal cannabis dispensary scheme
York Regional Police allege that Toronto police officers took part in a conspiracy to operate illegal cannabis dispensaries and massage parlors, prompting a…
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OPP Charges Over 2,400 in Street‑Racing Crackdown
On July 7, 2026, the OPP and partner police in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas concluded Project Erase, issuing 2,556 traffic and criminal charges for…
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Little Jamaica Cultural Day Cancelled Over Permit Issues
A planned cultural day in Toronto’s Little Jamaica was cancelled on Tuesday after organizers failed to secure required city permits, a loss felt keenly in a…
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Federal ALTO Project Targets Three‑Hour Toronto‑Montreal Train
The federal ALTO high‑speed rail project will connect Toronto and Montreal in about three hours, aiming to give Canada a G7‑standard rail service. CBC’s…
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Marina Mabrey Named First All-Star Reserve for Toronto Tempo
Marina Mabrey was selected as a reserve for the WNBA All-Star Game, marking the Toronto Tempo’s first All-Star appearance since the team’s recent establishment.
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Walking, Cycling and Transit Spike During Toronto World Cup
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Toronto experienced a rise in walking, cycling and public‑transit use as residents and visitors chose these modes to navigate…
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Police Investigate Suspected Arson After Midtown Restaurant Fire
A fire and explosion at a Midtown Toronto restaurant on July 8 prompted the Toronto Police Service to open a suspected arson investigation, with officers…
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Ontario, Alberta Premiers Unveil Northern Shield Oil Pipeline Plan
Premiers Doug Ford and Danielle Smith unveiled the 3,300‑km Northern Shield pipeline plan to move Alberta crude to Southern Ontario refineries, expanding…
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Toronto Calls for Residents to Fill Polling Station Jobs
Toronto’s municipal government is urging residents to apply for polling station positions ahead of the 2026 election, citing a need for staff to run voting…
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Ontario School Boards Report Larger Deficits After Supervisor Appointments
Four Ontario school boards reported larger budget deficits in June 2026, a year after provincial supervisors, appointed by Paul Calandra in 2025, were placed…