London, St. Thomas police latest to pause collaboration with Crime Stoppers

The London and St. Thomas police services both announced on Friday they would immediately pause their collaboration with Crime Stoppers following a CBC News report that revealed millions of tips had been exposed in a major cybersecurity incident.
Ottawa vs. Montreal for top seed in the NSL playoffs

Watch Ottawa Rapid FC and Montreal Roses FC go head-to-head in Northern Super League action from Stade Boréale.
'It's a huge loss:' People walk in honour of woman killed in downtown Sudbury train collision

Nearly 40 people took part in a walk in downtown Sudbury, Ont., on Friday to honour Leanne Pangowish, a 39-year-old woman killed by a train on Tuesday. Pangowish was well known by many people who live and work in the downtown area, including people who work in the homeless and outreach service community.
It started with hockey, then he picked up a bat. Meet the Toronto catcher headed to the World Series

In just his second big league season, Toronto catcher Liam Hicks will make his World Series debut when the Tampa Rays take on the Milwaukee Brewers for Game 1 at 8 p.m. ET Friday.
Regis Korchinski-Paquet's mother shown security footage at inquest into high-rise death

Regis Korchinski-Paquet's mother was shown snippets of security footage from the day her daughter died as she resumed her testimony at a coroner's inquest after making a new allegation against police involved in the case.
What is Toronto’s mayor actually responsible for?

Before hitting the ballot on Monday, Oct. 26, do you know who’s responsible for what? CBC’s Alejandrina Alvarez breaks down what each level of government is in charge of.
Group files Competition Bureau complaint over Israeli real estate events in Toronto, Montreal

A group of lawyers and civil society members have filed a complaint with the Competition Bureau over Israeli real estate events in Toronto and Montreal, alleging that illegal properties were marketed to Canadians under false pretences.
Windsor, Tecumseh get $84.4M for cutting the cost of building new homes

The federal and provincial governments are providing Windsor and Tecumseh with up to $84.4 million in infrastructure funding in exchange for reducing development charges, a move expected to cut the cost of building new homes by tens of thousands of dollars.
Film crews to set-up at Freeport Cemetery in Cambridge
Film crews will be setting up at Freeport Cemetery in Cambridge next week for an upcoming project. The city says the team with the independent production company 1109 Films will be in-town to shoot a scene for a short film, titled Row’s Butterfly. Filming activity will be centred on Freeport Cemetery at Riverbank Dr. and […]
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Canada, EU working on digital trade agreement ahead of summit next week
OTTAWA — Canada and the EU are continuing negotiations on a digital trade agreement that would make it easier for businesses to buy and sell across borders.
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Stan Cho returns as Ontario parliamentary assistant, months after spending scandal
Just three months after resigning over a hotel spending scandal, Ontario’s previous tourism minister is back in a new role at Queens Park. Stan Cho is now parliamentary assistant to Education Minister Paul Calandra. This comes just months after he stepped down for expensing over $16,000 over three years in Toronto hotel stays despite living […]
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Woodstock man charged for series of thefts from local restaurants
A Woodstock man is facing charges stemming from a series of cash thefts from local restaurants. Police had released surveillance photos over the summer as part of an investigation into five reported theft incidents. They all happened between July 5 and July 28, and in each case, a male suspect stole money from a till […]
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U.S. to remove 50% tariffs on some Canadian products: report
The U.S. is expected to remove the 50 per cent tariffs on certain Canadian products, a media report says. The Wall Street Journal reports a proclamation from the White House altering the tariffs could come as early as Friday and would affect certain agricultural and forestry products. The newspaper also reports the move comes in […]
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Pedestrian taken to hospital after hit-and-run crash in Waterloo
A pedestrian was injured and taken to hospital after a hit-and-run crash in Waterloo this week. Officers responded to the Weber St. North and Lincoln Rd. area around 8:50 p.m. on Oct. 21 due to reports a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian has been identified as an adult male who was transported […]
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Child abuse, exploitation investigation leads to charges for Kitchener man
A child abuse and exploitation investigation has led to charges for a Kitchener man. The Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) with the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) launched the investigation in August. It involved allegations of possession of abusive materials and investigators ultimately searched a Kitchener residence on Oct. 22. Following the search, a 25-year-old […]
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Israeli companies misled Canadians about West Bank real estate, complaint alleges
A group of lawyers and civil society members have filed a complaint with the Competition Bureau over Israeli real estate events in Toronto and Montreal, alleging that illegal properties were marketed to Canadians under false pretences.
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Ottawa ‘disappointed’ after union announces strike votes for 120,000 workers
OTTAWA — The federal government says it's "disappointed" after Canada's largest federal public service union announced 120,000 workers will take part in nationwide strike votes starting next month.
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We’re hearing more about rabies in the news. Here’s what to know about the virus
Public health officials in B.C. and Quebec are dealing with rabies in wild animals that have come into contact with people or domestic pets.
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WRDSB taking precautionary steps due to global cybersecurity concerns
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) says its taking precautionary measures in the wake of global cybersecurity concerns. The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security says “critical vulnerabilities” were identified in the widely-used PHP Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP). “Under certain conditions, these vulnerabilities could allow a malicious cyber actor to run unauthorized commands on affected systems […]
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Industry Minister Mélanie Joly wants to build an aluminum rolling mill in Canada
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says new federal investments announced Friday are a first step toward reducing the Canadian aluminum sector's dependence on the United States.
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Son says Canadian died in U.S. after declining hospital care due to deportation fear
The son of a Canadian woman who died after a fall at her home in Point Roberts, Wash., earlier this month says she refused to seek treatment as she feared she would be detained by U.S. authorities or prevented from returning to the country.
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U.S. ambassador offers Canada help almost a week after Wainwright tragedy
OTTAWA — U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra says the United States has offered to help following the deadly fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta.
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Mom’s car impounded after G2 driver goes 171 km/h
Provincial police clocked a vehicle flying down Highway 417 on Thursday evening, prompting a serious stunt driving charge. Officials said that they caught a car going 171 km/h in a 110 km/h zone. Police said that the G2 driver behind the wheel was borrowing his mother’s car, which was impounded after the incident. The driver […]
Man uses Snapchat and Roblox in child porn case, police say
A 27-year-old is facing charges after police uncovered a man communicated with children under the age of 16 in a child porn case. Officials said in a press release, they arrested and charged Corey Lawrenson in connection with the case. He is facing charges of telecommunication with a person under the age of 16 for […]
Canada, EU working on digital trade agreement ahead of summit next week
OTTAWA — Canada and the EU are continuing negotiations on a digital trade agreement that would make it easier for businesses to buy and sell across borders.
Stan Cho returns as Ontario parliamentary assistant, months after spending scandal
Just three months after resigning over a hotel spending scandal, Ontario’s previous tourism minister is back in a new role at Queens Park. Stan Cho is now parliamentary assistant to Education Minister Paul Calandra. This comes just months after he stepped down for expensing over $16,000 over three years in Toronto hotel stays despite living […]
U.S. to remove 50% tariffs on some Canadian products: report
The U.S. is expected to remove the 50 per cent tariffs on certain Canadian products, a media report says. The Wall Street Journal reports a proclamation from the White House altering the tariffs could come as early as Friday and would affect certain agricultural and forestry products. The newspaper also reports the move comes in […]
Assault victim found unconscious in a ditch after Ottawa Senators game
Three people are wanted in connection with a serious assault that happened Wednesday night after an Ottawa Senators game. The incident happened in the area of Palladium and Huntmar drives, near the Canadian Tire Centre, at around 10:30 p.m. Police were called after a person was found unconscious in a ditch. Officers believe that three […]
Ottawa ‘disappointed’ after union announces strike votes for 120,000 workers
OTTAWA — The federal government says it's "disappointed" after Canada's largest federal public service union announced 120,000 workers will take part in nationwide strike votes starting next month.
Israeli companies misled Canadians about West Bank real estate, complaint alleges
A group of lawyers and civil society members have filed a complaint with the Competition Bureau over Israeli real estate events in Toronto and Montreal, alleging that illegal properties were marketed to Canadians under false pretences.
We’re hearing more about rabies in the news. Here’s what to know about the virus
Public health officials in B.C. and Quebec are dealing with rabies in wild animals that have come into contact with people or domestic pets.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly wants to build an aluminum rolling mill in Canada
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says new federal investments announced Friday are a first step toward reducing the Canadian aluminum sector's dependence on the United States.
Son says Canadian died in U.S. after declining hospital care due to deportation fear
The son of a Canadian woman who died after a fall at her home in Point Roberts, Wash., earlier this month says she refused to seek treatment as she feared she would be detained by U.S. authorities or prevented from returning to the country.
U.S. ambassador offers Canada help almost a week after Wainwright tragedy
OTTAWA — U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra says the United States has offered to help following the deadly fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta.
U.S. price-fixing case advances against Canadian frozen potato giants
FLORENCEVILLE-BRISTOL — An Illinois judge says a class-action lawsuit alleging two Canadian companies participated in a frozen potato price-fixing scheme in the U.S. can continue.
National security strategy to address array of threats coming soon: Carney adviser
OTTAWA — A senior federal adviser says the Liberals are poised to release a new national security strategy — the first such policy in more than two decades.
No service on portion of Lakeshore West GO train line this weekend
You might need to make some adjustments to your weekend plans or travel routes if they involve taking the Lakeshore West line, especially if you’re travelling in or out of downtown Toronto. There will be no GO train service between Aldershot GO and Union Station on Saturday and Sunday due to planned construction. GO trains […]
Toronto man charged after alleged sexual assaults involving 2 underage girls in Etobicoke
A Toronto man has been charged after police allege he sexually assaulted two underage girls in separate incidents in Etobicoke days apart. Toronto police say the first incident occurred on Oct. 15 at approximately 12:30 p.m. in the area of Lake Shore Boulevard West and Royal York Road, near Amos Waites Park. Investigators allege an […]
Canada, EU working on digital trade agreement ahead of summit next week
OTTAWA — Canada and the EU are continuing negotiations on a digital trade agreement that would make it easier for businesses to buy and sell across borders.
Stan Cho returns as Ontario parliamentary assistant, months after spending scandal
Just three months after resigning over a hotel spending scandal, Ontario’s previous tourism minister is back in a new role at Queens Park. Stan Cho is now parliamentary assistant to Education Minister Paul Calandra. This comes just months after he stepped down for expensing over $16,000 over three years in Toronto hotel stays despite living […]
Man arrested in drug trafficking investigation after community complaints in Mississauga
Peel Regional Police have arrested a man in connection with a drug trafficking investigation after community members complained about drug trafficking in the Meadowvale area. The investigation began in September, resulting in the execution of a search warrant on Oct. 10 at a home near Winston Churchill Boulevard and Derry Road. During the search investigators […]
U.S. to remove 50% tariffs on some Canadian products: report
The U.S. is expected to remove the 50 per cent tariffs on certain Canadian products, a media report says. The Wall Street Journal reports a proclamation from the White House altering the tariffs could come as early as Friday and would affect certain agricultural and forestry products. The newspaper also reports the move comes in […]
Two arrested in alleged fraud scheme involving Greek Orthodox churches
Toronto police are searching for more information while making the public aware of a fraud scheme involving Greek Orthodox churches in the GTA.
3 children missing in Scarborough parental abduction: police
A Toronto woman is wanted in connection to a parental abduction investigation in Scarborough. Police say they responded to a call for an abduction just after 11:30 a.m. on Friday in the Midland Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East area. Officers allege three children, 4-month-old Anastasia, 3-year-old Irina, and 6-year-old Daniel have been taken from a […]
Israeli companies misled Canadians about West Bank real estate, complaint alleges
A group of lawyers and civil society members have filed a complaint with the Competition Bureau over Israeli real estate events in Toronto and Montreal, alleging that illegal properties were marketed to Canadians under false pretences.
Ottawa ‘disappointed’ after union announces strike votes for 120,000 workers
OTTAWA — The federal government says it's "disappointed" after Canada's largest federal public service union announced 120,000 workers will take part in nationwide strike votes starting next month.
We’re hearing more about rabies in the news. Here’s what to know about the virus
Public health officials in B.C. and Quebec are dealing with rabies in wild animals that have come into contact with people or domestic pets.
Trump at South Florida rally revives the idea of military intervention in Cuba after Iran
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday told a rally for candidates in South Florida that U.S. warships returning from the Middle East could stop over in Cuba on their way back from the Iran war, his latest suggestion of taking an interventionist approach to the nearby country.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly wants to build an aluminum rolling mill in Canada
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says new federal investments announced Friday are a first step toward reducing the Canadian aluminum sector's dependence on the United States.
1 serious injured in two-alarm Etobicoke fire
One person has been taken to hospital following a two-alarm fire in a residential building in Etobicoke.
Son says Canadian died in U.S. after declining hospital care due to deportation fear
The son of a Canadian woman who died after a fall at her home in Point Roberts, Wash., earlier this month says she refused to seek treatment as she feared she would be detained by U.S. authorities or prevented from returning to the country.
U.S. ambassador offers Canada help almost a week after Wainwright tragedy
OTTAWA — U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra says the United States has offered to help following the deadly fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta.
Murray-Boyles evolving for larger role on Raptors
Toronto's playoff run was brief last season, pushing the Cleveland Cavaliers to seven games in the first round, but rookie forward Collin Murray-Boyles was one of the brightest spots for the Raptors in that stretch.
Babcock faces former team as Oilers host Leafs
Mike Babcock isn't dwelling on his departure from Toronto as he prepares to face his former team for the first time Saturday.
Vaughan man sentenced to 6 years on firearms charges related to woman’s death
A Vaughan man who was acquitted of murder in the death of his girlfriend's friend in May but found guilty on firearms charges has been sentenced to six years in prison.
Judge becomes emotional as woman gets life sentence for toddler’s murder at Toronto CAS
A Superior Court judge became so emotional Friday while sentencing a woman who murdered her best friend's toddler in the washroom of CAS Toronto that she had to leave court.
Mother wanted for alleged parental abduction of 3 kids after supervised visit
Toronto Police are looking for a mother and her three young children after an alleged parental abduction.
Mother wanted in abduction of her three young kids in Scarborough
Four-month-old Anastasia, Irina, 3, and Daniel, 6, were taken during a "semi-supervised visit" by their mother, according to police.