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Iga Świątek defeats Elina Svitolina in National Bank Open semifinal

The victory secures Świątek a place in the final of the WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto.

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Oakville Women Sell Eclipse Glasses to Fund Whale Conservation

Five young entrepreneurs in Ontario are leveraging solar eclipse interest to protect endangered Atlantic fin whales.

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CEBL Finals Game 1 Cancelled Due to Unsafe Court

League reverts to single-game championship after wet playing surface at CAA Centre halts Winnipeg and Brampton opener.

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Tiny Township warns of misleading election materials

Officials in Ontario say personalized letters and third-party door knockers are not authorized by the township or Elections Ontario.

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Five-Foot Boa Constrictor Found Crossing Road in Ontario

The Guelph Humane Society is searching for the owner of a non-venomous red-tailed boa constrictor discovered in Arthur.

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McMaster Study Links Hamilton Soot to Industrial Coal Emissions

Researchers identify toxic chemicals in the black grime that has covered parts of the Ontario city for decades.

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Kawhi Leonard Attends National Bank Open in Toronto

The former Toronto Raptors star was spotted in the front row for Naomi Osaka's match on Tuesday night.

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Ottawa councillor calls flood damage at Moodie LRT station a disaster

Heavy Canada Day storms caused flash-flooding at the under-construction transit site, leading to extensive damage.

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Inclusive Indoor Playground Opens in Downtown Ottawa

David's Clubhouse provides a community-centered play space for children and families in Ontario.

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Heavy Rain Floods Ottawa Homes and Submerges Highway 417

Intense rainfall exceeding 100 mm overwhelmed city infrastructure in mid-July 2024, leaving thousands without power.

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Taiwanese Bubble Tea Chain Xing Fu Tang Opens in Ottawa

Operator Rose Nguyen brings handcrafted drinks and from-scratch tapioca pearls to the Ontario capital.

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Floods damage Ottawa O-Train West Extension

OC Transpo assesses infrastructure damage to the rail project as the original summer 2027 opening timeline becomes uncertain.

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Colombia Earthquake Kills Up to 250 People

Colombian-Canadian communities in Ottawa and Gatineau organize aid as rescue efforts continue in western Colombia.

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Ontario Line projected cost rises to $34 billion

Metrolinx reports the transit project cost has more than tripled from original estimates and lacks a confirmed opening date.

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Rockstar Games designed GTA V character Trevor Philips as response to critics

The creation of the iconic anti-hero served as a direct retort to those who criticized the Grand Theft Auto series.

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Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Posts 9.5% Return Boosted by SpaceX

A surge in the value of a seven-year stake in SpaceX helped the plan earn $26.6 billion in net investment income for the first half of 2026.

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SportsLine Model Predicts Red Sox-Blue Jays Matchup

Simulation data and betting odds are released ahead of the Monday game at Rogers Centre in Toronto.

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Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Reports 9.5% Return for First Half of 2026

The fund's assets top C$300 billion, driven by a stake in SpaceX and strong venture-growth performance.

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Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan reports 9.5% return for early 2026

The fund's assets surpassed C$300 billion, driven by a surge in the value of its SpaceX stake and venture-growth portfolio.

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Elena Rybakina Defeats Naomi Osaka to Reach Toronto Semifinals

Rybakina overcomes a set deficit at the National Bank Open to keep her World No. 1 ranking bid alive.

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Blue Jays Host Red Sox Amid Toronto Surge

Toronto looks to extend its recent momentum while Boston attempts to snap a three-game losing streak on Tuesday.

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Naomi Osaka defeats Leylah Fernandez at National Bank Open

The Canadian player was eliminated in the round of 16 during her tournament run in Toronto.

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Naomi Osaka Defeats Leylah Fernandez at National Bank Open

Canadian singles hopes end as Fernandez falls in the fourth round at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto.

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Canada Goose Shareholders Elect All Director Nominees

The luxury apparel company confirmed all nominees were elected by a majority during its annual and special meeting in Toronto.

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Toronto Festivals Resume Amid High Security as Canada Shifts Military Posture

Toronto street festivals return under police watch while Ontario Liberals hold leadership debate and military prepares for war-readiness.

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Unifor begins contract negotiations with General Motors in Ontario

The Canadian union aims to replicate a recently ratified Ford agreement as a template for GM workers.

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Nicola Golen Late Goal Secures Draw for Ottawa Rapid

A last-minute strike at TD Place earns league-leading Ottawa Rapid a 2-2 tie against AFC Toronto.

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Technical issues shut down Ottawa O-Train lines

Platform closures hit both Line 1 and Line 2 on Monday morning, causing widespread disruptions for commuters.

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Discovery Mining Extends Gold Main Zone at Borden Mine

Underground drilling in Ontario confirms high-grade gold intercepts and extends the mine's Main Zone by more than 500 metres.

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Invasive hornworms damage tomato gardens in Ontario

Pests are devouring leaves, stems, and fruit across the Greater Toronto Area and Hamilton region.

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Seven Sudbury women named YWCA Women of Distinction

The annual gala on Oct. 17 will honor community leaders and raise funds to combat gender-based violence among youth.

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Toronto Man Pleads Guilty to Posing as Pilot for Free Flights

Former flight attendant Dallas Pokornik used a fake employee ID to defraud airlines worldwide over several years.

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GTA Gas Prices Set to Rise Overnight

Gasoline and diesel prices in the Greater Toronto Area are expected to increase starting Wednesday morning.

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GTA VI Ultimate Edition Outselling Standard Edition

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick said pre-orders for the $100 premium version of the game are outpacing the $80 base version.

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Ontario Fire Crews Make Progress Against Northwestern Wildfires

Minister Mike Harris said dozens of fires were extinguished over the last two weeks despite significant acreage burned.

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Prisoners' Justice Day memorials call for correctional reform

Families and advocates gather in Regina and Sudbury to honor three deaths in Alberta and demand systemic changes.

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Essex-Windsor paramedics set strike deadline for October

CUPE Local 2974 representatives seek a fair collective agreement for emergency medical services in Ontario.

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Ontario Ministers Update Public on Northern Wildfires

Nearly 200 wildfires burn across northern Ontario as containment efforts continue in the Thunder Bay region.

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Ottawa Senators Advance Downtown Arena Project at LeBreton Flats

Preparatory work is underway for a new downtown home, including the removal of contaminated soil and consultations with the Algonquin Nation.

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Ottawa Expert Shares Tips for Selecting Reputable Mortgage Brokers

Frank Napolitano discusses how prospective borrowers can verify broker credentials amid shifting interest rates.

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Ottawa Honors Workers Killed in 1966 Heron Road Bridge Collapse

A remembrance ceremony marked the 60th anniversary of the disaster that killed nine construction workers.

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OC Transpo Increases Special Constable Patrols in Ottawa

Special constables are patrolling stations, trains, and buses to improve passenger safety across the transit system.

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Gas prices in Greater Toronto area to rise overnight

Canadians for Affordable Energy warns that fuel costs will remain inflated through the end of 2026 and into early 2027.

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Full-Fat Dairy Does Not Increase Weight or Cholesterol, Study Finds

University of Toronto researchers find three daily servings of full-fat dairy do not impact body fat or blood cholesterol.

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Toronto Highways Face Planned Closures for Maintenance

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation scheduled roadwork on six major routes, including Highway 401 and the Queen Elizabeth Way.

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Osaka, Gauff advance to Canadian Open quarterfinals

World No. 2 Elena Rybakina also progresses after rallying to defeat unseeded Liudmila Samsonova in Toronto.

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Grand River Transit ridership drops by 1 million in first half of year

The Kitchener-Waterloo transit system attributes the 9.6% decline to tighter immigration caps on international students.

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GTA VI Pre-orders Break Records Ahead of November Launch

Take-Two Interactive sees unprecedented demand for its upcoming title, though investors seek long-term growth strategies.

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North American Cities Rename Streets, Light Landmarks for BTS Tour

Toronto, Tampa, Las Vegas, and Baltimore create special welcome zones and purple displays for the 2026 Arirang world tour.

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Svitolina reaches Toronto semifinals after victory over Alexandrova

Elina Svitolina extends her WTA 1000 winning streak to 10 matches with a comeback win at the National Bank Open.

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Blue Jays Defeat Red Sox 2-1 Amid Rule Quirk Delay

Toronto secures a narrow victory over Boston in a game marked by a rare rule interpretation and a pitching injury.

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Angel Reese Sets Atlanta Dream Single-Season Double-Double Record

Forward recorded 20 points and 14 rebounds in a 107-95 victory over the Toronto Tempo to reach 22 double-doubles.

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International Petroleum Corporation Repurchases 72,282 Common Shares

The Toronto-based company executed the buyback on Aug. 6 and 7 as part of its normal course issuer bid program.

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Unifor Begins Contract Negotiations With General Motors in Ontario

The union is using a recently secured three-year agreement with Ford as a template for talks with GM.

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Naomi Osaka defeats Leylah Fernandez at National Bank Open

The Canadian player was eliminated in the round of 16 during the tournament in Toronto.

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Ontario Couple Documents Monthlong Journey Across Labrador

A traveling duo shared their exploration of the Big Land online, expressing reluctance to leave the remote region.

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Primaris REIT Declares Cash Dividend for Unitholders

The Toronto-listed real estate investment trust announced a distribution of C$0.0733 per unit.

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Toronto Intersection Redesign Boosts Cycling and Pedestrian Traffic

New data shows motor-vehicle trips decreased after the city added protected bike lanes and wider sidewalks at Wellington and Portland.

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Unifor and GM Begin Contract Talks in Ontario

The union seeks job security guarantees and reinvestment for the CAMI Assembly plant on behalf of 4,600 workers.

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Unifor begins contract negotiations with General Motors in Ontario

The Canadian union is using a recently secured agreement with Ford as a template for talks with GM.