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Ontario Expands 110 km/h Speed Limit to Most Highways
Ontario’s transportation minister announced on June 24 that the 110 km/h speed limit will be extended to nearly 90% of the province’s highway network, adding…
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Stronach’s Name Stripped from Ontario Parks After Assault Convictions
Justice Anne Molloy ordered the removal of Frank Stronach’s name from a recreation complex and a park in two Ontario towns after his conviction on one count…
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Toronto Speeding Surges After Province Turns Off Cameras
Toronto saw a sharp rise in speeding after the Ontario Ford government disabled automated speed cameras in November 2025, a decision that has sparked…
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Argonauts Add Kevin Eiben and Carl Brazley to All‑Time Roster
The Toronto Argonauts announced that former linebacker Kevin Eiben and defensive back Carl Brazley will be added to the franchise’s all‑time player roster,…
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Toronto Council to Seek Noise Cuts at Rogers Stadium
Toronto City Council will debate a motion from June 24‑28, 2026, asking Live Nation Canada to adopt measures that reduce concert noise from Rogers Stadium,…
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Blue Jays Aim to Bounce Back After 3-1 Astros Loss
The Toronto Blue Jays lost 3-1 to the Houston Astros on June 24, 2026, marking their second straight defeat after an extra‑innings loss the night before.…
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Raptors select Jaden Bradley with 50th overall pick
The Toronto Raptors used the 50th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft to select Jaden Bradley, adding him to their roster as a second‑round choice.
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Lakeridge Health to Close Two Diabetes Clinics in Durham
Lakeridge Health will close its diabetes clinics in Ajax and Bowmanville later in June 2026, affecting thousands of patients, as part of a plan to improve…
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Whitby Man Charged in $900K Power‑of‑Attorney Fraud
A Whitby man was charged with fraud after illegally moving more than $900,000 from a 95‑year‑old man's accounts while acting as his power of attorney,…
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African Nations Feature in Three Toronto World Cup Games
Three of Toronto's five group‑stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature African national teams, offering local African fans a unique chance to…
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Floating Convenience Store Opens in Toronto Harbour
A convenience store was installed on a floating platform in Toronto Harbour on June 23, 2026, aiming to symbolize the city’s diverse neighbourhoods, according…
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Croatia Defeats Panama 1-0 in Toronto Qualifier
Croatia beat Panama 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier in Toronto, ending Panama’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 tournament.
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Church Street Car‑Free Pilot Overruns Budget on Policing Costs
The nine‑week Church Street car‑free pilot exceeded its $150,000 budget, with police patrol costs reaching $300,000, a shortfall that may hinder similar…
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Toronto Siblings Claim $75 Million Lotto Max Jackpot
Two Toronto siblings who immigrated to Canada won a $75 million Lotto Max jackpot on June 23, 2026, with the prize confirmed and paid out by the Ontario…
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Toddler Bit by Coyote in Whitby Park
A toddler was bitten by a coyote in a Whitby park on June 22, 2026, leading to police and medical response amid rising coyote sightings across the Greater…
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Raptors Choose Allen Graves with 19th Pick
The Toronto Raptors selected 6‑foot‑9 forward Allen Graves with the 19th overall pick in the first round of the June 23, 2026 NBA Draft, continuing their…
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Pride Toronto Faces $700,000 Funding Gap
Pride Toronto reports a $700,000 budget shortfall that could force a reduction in its 2027 Pride festival, with Kojo Modeste warning of possible program cuts…
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Toronto Crews Respond to Diesel Spill in Etobicoke Stream
City of Toronto emergency crews responded to a diesel spill in an Etobicoke stream on June 21, 2026, initiating containment and cleanup efforts, nearly three…
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Bird Dogs Sent to Clear Geese from Toronto World Cup Pitch
FIFA hired trained bird dogs on June 22, 2026, to clear geese from a Toronto World Cup practice pitch, ensuring the field stays playable as the city readies…
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Toronto to Install Safety Barrier on Leaside Bridge
Toronto will start building a safety barrier on the Leaside Bridge in July 2026 after a fatal fall two years ago killed a 76-year-old driver, prompting…
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Ontario Court Approves Three Asset Sales for Toys “R” Us Canada
An Ontario court approved Toys “R” Us Canada’s plan to sell assets to three buyers, a move aimed at paying down its debts and restructuring the financially…
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Toronto’s Forgotten Hand‑Painted Ads Come to Light
A June 23, 2026 project led by Haydn Watters and Stephen Petar, with CBC Toronto and Heritage Toronto, is documenting Toronto’s surviving hand‑painted “ghost”…
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African Nations to Play in Three of Toronto’s World Cup Group Games
Toronto will host five World Cup group matches in 2026, three of which involve African national teams, giving the city’s African community a unique chance to…
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Marlies Secure Second Calder Cup with 4-3 Victory
The Toronto Marlies won their second Calder Cup by defeating the Chicago Wolves 4-3 in Game 5 on June 21, 2026, at the Coca-Cola Coliseum.