Residents are rallying against a developer’s plan for a tall building in Toronto’s gay village, citing concerns over community character and cultural loss. Proposed Tower at Iconic Gay Bar Site Faces Community Backlash in Toronto Toronto: A developer’s plan to build a 48-storey tower where the beloved drag bar Crews & Tangos stands has hit…
Toronto is stepping back from enforcing illegal cannabis shops, citing safety and funding issues. The city believes police should take over enforcement. Toronto Will Halt Crackdown on Illegal Pot Shops Due to Funding and Safety Concerns Toronto: The city of Toronto has decided to stop enforcing rules against illegal pot shops. A senior city official…
Toronto’s new union contracts could hit taxpayers hard, with costs reaching $300 million in 2025, raising concerns about budget impacts. New Union Agreements May Cost Toronto Up to $300 Million in 2025 Budget Toronto: New union agreements are making waves. The city might face a hefty $300 million bill in 2025. This is almost equal…
A recent report reveals that over 10,000 seniors in Toronto are not claiming their Old Age Security benefits, highlighting a significant issue. Over 10,000 Seniors in Toronto Missing Out on Old Age Benefits According to New Report Toronto: A new report shows that over 10,000 seniors in Toronto are missing out on Old Age Security…
Toronto has opened two warming centres to support unhoused individuals as extreme cold temperatures are expected this week Toronto Opens Two Warming Centres to Help the Homeless Amid Cold Weather Toronto: The city has opened two warming centres for those without homes. This is just in time for the freezing temperatures expected from Sunday to…
A heartbreaking house fire in Scarborough has left a baby dead and three others, including a child, hospitalized. The community is in shock. Tragic House Fire in Scarborough Claims Baby’s Life, Three Others Hospitalized Scarborough: A devastating house fire happened over the weekend. It took the life of an eight-month-old baby. Three others, including a…
Canmore ramps up wildfire protection efforts as leaders stress urgency and community safety Efforts Intensify to Shield Canmore from Imminent Wildfire Threat Canmore: Leaders in the Bow Valley are gearing up for a wildfire that could change the landscape, similar to past devastating fires in Jasper and Fort McMurray. That’s why they’re stepping up efforts…
The Supreme Court won’t hear the Mohawk Mothers’ appeal regarding unmarked graves at McGill’s construction site in Montreal Supreme Court Declines Mohawk Mothers’ Appeal on McGill Expansion Montreal: The Supreme Court of Canada has decided not to hear an appeal from the Mohawk Mothers. They were looking for more control over a construction site at…
California crews are facing challenges in wildfire containment, avoiding ocean water due to various practical and environmental concerns Why California Firefighters Are Not Using Ocean Water to Fight Wildfires Los Angeles: So, you might be wondering why fire crews in Southern California aren’t using the Pacific Ocean to help fight those wildfires. It’s a bit…
A caregiver reveals inadequate support from management before a woman’s tragic death in B.C., raising serious concerns about care standards. Caretaker in B.C. Woman’s Starvation Death Reports Lack of Management Support BURNABY: So, there’s this heartbreaking story about a caregiver named Astrid Dahl. She took care of a woman named Florence Girard, who sadly starved…