Canadian journalist Lloyd Robertson, who anchored CTV National News and covered historical milestones from the 9/11 terrorist attacks during a 35-year run at the network, has died at age 92, according to his family. Robertson’s career in broadcasting spanned more than six decades, beginning in 1952 at a local radio station in his hometown of … Read more
One person is dead following a two-alarm fire at a Scarborough apartment building near Neilson Road and McLevin Avenue, according to officials. The incident occurred shortly before 8 a.m., drawing a rapid response from emergency crews who found the living area of a 16th-floor unit fully engulfed in flames upon arrival. Investigation Into Scarborough High-Rise … Read more
Princess Eugenie gave birth to her third child, a baby girl weighing 6 pounds and 9 ounces, in Lisbon, Portugal, on August 3, 2026, according to an announcement from the Royal Family and the princess’s personal social media accounts. The newborn is the third child for Eugenie and her husband, marketing executive Jack Brooksbank, joining … Read more
Canada and the United States are set to renew their soccer rivalry this fall, with Canada Soccer officially announcing a friendly against the USMNT on Oct. 6, according to federation announcements. The fixture will take place at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota, home of Minnesota United. Match History and Recent Meetings According to match … Read more
Municipal officials in St. Catharines and Lincoln have declared states of emergency following intense storms that dropped more than 140 mm of rain on the Niagara region in less than a week, overwhelming stormwater infrastructure, roads, and homes while causing widespread power outages and transportation disruptions. St. Catharines Mayor Declares Emergency From Flooded Basement St. … Read more
Canadian tennis player Victoria Mboko faces another extended absence from the Grand Slam stage as a knee injury keeps her off the entry list for the upcoming US Open. The 19-year-old sustained the injury at the Queen’s Club in London last month, derailing a promising season on the WTA tour. Knee Injury Sidelines Mboko From … Read more
Former federal Conservative cabinet minister Chris Alexander is entering the race for Toronto mayor, confirming plans to register at City Hall on Wednesday morning. Alexander, a 57-year-old father of three and former Ajax-Pickering MP, joins a crowded municipal contest featuring 32 candidates as of Tuesday. Candidate Background and Campaign Priorities Alexander spent years in public … Read more
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is calling on the Ontario government to repeal legislation granting it control over a portion of the city’s waterfront lands, following a federal decision to rule out expanding Billy Bishop Airport. The development comes after federal Transport Minister Steven McKinnon announced last Friday that upgrades to the airport would remain limited … Read more
Canadian blood inventories have fallen by approximately 20 percent over the past six weeks, according to Canadian Blood Services, driven by fewer donation appointments than required to maintain stable reserves. Ron Vezina, the organization’s vice president of donor engagement and corporate reputation, stated that while patient care remains unaffected, the national blood operator issued a … Read more
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kirill Marchenko has generated zero trade calls since early summer, according to The Athletic reporter Aaron Portzline, following an initial report that the Russian winger could soon be dealt. Portzline notes that while the market is currently quiet, the situation could evolve later in the off-season. Speculation intensified after Daria Tuboltseva … Read more