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Canada Allocates $26M to Support GTA Businesses Amid US Tariffs
The federal government pledged $26 million on Oct. 2 to support over 30 GTA businesses facing challenges from a U.S. tariff dispute.
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Toronto Humane Society Closes After Vandalism Incident
The Toronto Humane Society closed its Toronto location on October 3, 2026 due to vandalism, pausing its animal care and adoption services temporarily.
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Toronto Gas Prices Set to Reach 191.9¢ per Litre Saturday
Toronto gasoline prices are projected to hit 191.9 cents per litre on Saturday after a six‑cent rise, with a possible small drop on Sunday as the city’s fuel…
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Elderly Cyclist Hospitalized After Etobicoke Collision
A cyclist in his 70s was hit by a car in Etobicoke on Saturday afternoon and taken to hospital; police are investigating.
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Nuit Blanche Returns for 12‑Hour Toronto Art Weekend
Nuit Blanche returns for a 12‑hour, citywide art weekend on Oct. 3‑4, 2026, with over 70 installations and celebrating its 20‑year history. Ali Chiasson…
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Debris from Missing Ontario Air Ambulance Found Off U.S. Coast
Debris from the missing Ontario air ambulance, which had six people on board including four Canadians, was spotted off the U.S. coast on October 4, 2026.
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Brad Bradford Unveils Multi‑Hundred‑Million Dollar Budget Plan
Brad Bradford presented a budget plan worth hundreds of millions of dollars ahead of Toronto's mayoral election, while other candidates are also releasing…
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Man in 30s Killed in North York Traffic Crash
A man in his 30s was killed after a vehicle hit him in North York early on October 4, with Toronto police confirming the fatal crash.
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Police Probe Two Stabbings in Toronto Early Sunday
Police are investigating two stabbing incidents that happened before 3 a.m. on Sunday, one in Scarborough and another downtown, with one man injured.
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Motorcyclist Seriously Injured After North York Collision
A motorcyclist was seriously hurt in a two‑vehicle crash at Allard and Wilson in North York on Oct. 3, 2026, and was taken to a trauma centre. Police and…
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Small Toronto Businesses Set Priorities for Next Mayor
Toronto’s small businesses have identified affordability, safety and tariff navigation as their main priorities for the incoming mayor, speaking out as the…
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Three Toronto Mayoral Candidates to Debate on CBC Oct 8
Three mayoral hopefuls will debate at CBC Toronto on Oct. 8, part of the pre‑election campaign.
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Nuit Blanche Returns with 12‑Hour Art Marathon
Nuit Blanche launches a 12‑hour art marathon in Toronto on Oct 3‑4, featuring over 70 installations to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
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Toronto Hospital Network Expands Housing Program for Homeless Patients
The Toronto hospital network will expand its permanent housing program for homeless patients to reduce emergency department visits. The existing program…
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12-Year-Old Hit by Car in Lawrence Park
A 12-year-old boy was hit by a car in Lawrence Park on Oct. 2, 2026, and was taken to hospital. Police and emergency crews attended the incident.
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Canada Allocates $26 Million to GTA Firms Amid U.S. Tariff Dispute
The Canadian government unveiled a $26 million program on Oct. 2 to aid over 30 Greater Toronto Area businesses coping with the ongoing U.S. tariff dispute.
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Toronto Police Seek Driver After Fatal Scarborough Hit‑and‑Run
A pedestrian died after being struck in a hit‑and‑run on Midland and McNicoll Avenue in Scarborough on Oct. 2, 2026. Toronto police are now seeking the driver…
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Toronto gas price set to hit 191.9 cents per litre Saturday
Toronto gasoline is expected to hit 191.9 cents per litre on Saturday, up six cents from Friday, with a likely five‑to‑six cent drop on Sunday.
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Parents protest grade mix and teacher cut at Grove school
Parents are objecting to the TDSB's grade‑4/5 merge and loss of a teacher at The Grove Community School, citing a negative impact on education.
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Olivia Chow Leads Toronto Mayoral Poll by Six Points
A recent poll puts Olivia Chow six points ahead in the Toronto mayoral race as the campaign enters its last month. The margin reflects current voter…
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Brad Bradford Unveils Hundreds‑Million Dollar Budget Plan
Mayoral candidate Brad Bradford unveiled a budget plan with hundreds of millions in promised spending ahead of the municipal election, while opponents observe…
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Toronto Man Charged for Alleged Child Luring
A Toronto man was charged after a 15-year-old girl reported online luring, prompting a police investigation in June 2026.
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Toronto's Nuit Blanche Returns Oct. 3 for 12‑Hour Night of Art
Toronto will host a free, 12‑hour Nuit Blanche art exhibition on October 3, featuring installations, a rave, a marching band and more. The event is part of the…
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Crown seeks five‑year term for Toronto driver who killed pedestrian
Crown prosecutors are seeking a five‑year prison term for a driver convicted of a fatal crash after traveling 156 km/h, over three times the speed limit, in a…