Mississauga man, 30, among 3 dead in fiery head-on collision in northern Bruce Peninsula

A head-on collision involving two vehicles left three dead with four others suffering "serious injuries" on Saturday on Highway 6 in northern Bruce Peninsula.

Why Ryerson University's orientation focuses on making mental health 'accessible'

by Amara McLaughlin

Ryerson University is making strides to transform what can be the most nerve-wracking time of year for many teens — back to school — by offering "accessible" orientation.

Man, 29, fatally shot in Mississauga Saturday ID'd as Franc Gabriel Paisley

Police in Peel Region have identified a 29-year-old man who was fatally shot in Mississauga early Saturday morning as Franc Gabriel Paisley.

CNE warns ticket buyers to steer clear of online discount sites

by Amara McLaughlin

The Canadian National Exhibition is warning event-goers to avoid purchasing their tickets through discounted admission websites.

Woman dead, 2 injured in fiery Hwy. 401 crash in Belleville, Ont.

A woman, 30, is dead and two others injured in a fiery, multiple-vehicle crash on Highway 401 in Belleville, Ont., early Sunday morning.

Lyme disease on the rise in Canada, but doctors still confused about diagnosis

by Lauren Pelley

In 2015, there were more than 700 cases of Lyme disease reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada, up from roughly 130 in 2009.

Toronto police officer in plainclothes injured while trying to stop driver in North York

by Muriel Draaisma

Toronto police say an officer in plainclothes was slightly injured when he tried to stop a motorist who appeared to be stunt driving in North York early Sunday.

'I wish to become independent': Omar Khadr seeks bail changes, including unfettered access to sister

by Colin Perkel

Former Guantanamo Bay detainee Omar Khadr returns to court this week to ask that his bail conditions be eased, including allowing him unfettered contact with his controversial older sister, more freedom to move around Canada, and unrestricted internet access.

Pastor Hyeon Soo Lim believes he wasn't executed or tortured in North Korea because of Canadian citizenship

by Philip Ling, Rosemary Barton

Toronto-area Pastor Hyeon Soo Lim speaks to CBC's Rosemary Barton about his life of hard labour in North Korea for allegedly trying to overthrow the regime using religious activity.

Ontario government polling shows improving numbers on hydro file

by Allison Jones

Critics of Ontario's premier wondering why her dismal personal approval ratings aren't prompting her to quit before next year's election need look no further than government-commissioned polling.

Ajax man, 25, suffers life-threatening injuries in motorcycle crash

An Ajax man suffered life-threatening injuries in a motorcycle crash in Ajax early Sunday, Durham Regional Police say.

Ottawa LGBT community marks historic Pride parade, but not without controversy

This year's annual Pride parade in Ottawa on Sunday makes history with two high-profile guests, while another guest may ruffle a few feathers for some in the city's LGBT community.

Teen shot by police in Mississauga, Ont., during July robbery call dies of injuries

A 15-year-old boy who was shot by police outside a Pizza Pizza in Mississauga last month has died, the Special Investigations Unit says.

Justin Trudeau visited the peach festival - and everyone wanted a selfie

by Samantha Craggs

A few hecklers aside, people at the Winona Peach Festival seemed content to set politics aside and take joy in a prime minister visiting their small town event.

Man wanted for attempted murder escapes arrest, slamming into cruiser with Maserati: police

Police are on the hunt for a Toronto man wanted for attempted murder who escaped a near-arrest Friday evening after slamming into a police car.

Condo owners to pay $500K to save dog urine-contaminated park

Residents at a luxury condo have decided to spend half a million dollars to rescue a small park that had gone to the dogs.

System 'stretched to max capacity' as neonatal ICUs see surge in sick babies, doctors warn

by Lisa Xing

Ontario doctors are warning there are not enough intensive-care beds for newborn babies following what provincial health officials call a "surge" in the number of sick premature infants over the last few months.

2 arrested at anti-Islam rally in London, Ont.

by Amanda Margison, Bernard Graham

The largest protest in recent memory in London, Ont., pitted anti-Islam groups against counter-protesters on Saturday. Police estimate up to 500 people gathered in front of City Hall.

Mayweather vs. McGregor fight 'not good for boxing,' former Canadian champ warns

by Amara McLaughlin

With hours remaining before UFC phenom Conor McGregor and undefeated boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. face off in a Las Vegas ring Saturday night, not every fighter in Toronto's boxing community will be watching one of the most anticipated events in the sport's history.

No subway service between St. George and Broadview stations on Saturday

The TTC says there is no subway service between St. George and Broadview stations on Saturday due to work on the Prince Edward Viaduct.

Over 30 late night break and enters in northeast Toronto this month

Toronto police are warning the public about a spate of break and enters this month in commercial properties in the city's northeast end.

Toxic gas leak sparks evacuation, road closure in Norfolk County, Ont.

by Amara McLaughlin

A flammable, hazardous gas leak discovered on Friday evening in Norfolk County, Ont. — some 30 kilometres west of Port Dover — has prompted police to close a stretch of roadway and issue an evacuation order for the area.

Alberta the bison died at High Park Zoo due to ulcers, officials say

Animal health officials say the unexpected death of an elderly bison on July 15 at High Park Zoo was caused by ulcerative lesions throughout her intestinal tract.

'Intentionally set' Brampton fire sends 7 to hospital with smoke inhalation

by Muriel Draaisma

An "intentionally set" fire at a Brampton high-rise apartment building has sent seven people to hospital with smoke inhalation and displaced about 25 residents, officials say.

Port Perry hospital remains closed after fire evacuation

The Lakeridge Health Port Perry hospital remains closed Saturday after a fire broke out on the roof Friday evening.

PM Justin Trudeau continues visit to Southern Ontario

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had a campaign style day in Hamilton and Ontario's Niagara region Saturday.

Man in his 20s dead after Mississauga shooting

Peel Regional Police say a man in his 20s is dead after a shooting in Mississauga early Saturday.

Patient with measles might have spread disease in several locations, Toronto Public Health warns

Health officials in Toronto have confirmed a case of measles in a patient who arrived in the city by air from London, England last weekend, and are warning people who might have been exposed to the disease to get tested.

Industrial accident kills man in Mississauga

Peel Regional Police say a man is dead after an industrial accident in Mississauga on Saturday.

Midtown building owners slam Toronto's unprecedented push for heritage protection

by John Rieti

Ask Danielle Goldstein if the Bayview Avenue buildings she owns have any historic value, and you’ll get a blunt response: "No."

Man suffers life-threatening injuries in Mississauga shooting

A man suffered life-threatening injuries in a shooting in Mississauga on Friday night, Peel Regional Police say.

Students and teachers protest closure of Islamic high school

by Derick Deonarain

Students and teachers came together on Friday to protest the closure of an Islamic high school in Scarborough.

Why this housing activist is slamming Ontario's $343M investment in TCH repairs

by Amara McLaughlin

With some 1,000 Toronto Community Housing units at risk of being shuttered by the end of next year, officials say the province’s new investment in the city’s social housing infrastructure allows them to create an "active plan" to prevent those closures.

Toronto confirms 1st human West Nile virus case of 2017

Toronto Public Health on Friday confirmed a city resident tested positive for the West Nile virus.

Peterborough General Electric plant to stop manufacturing, shed 358 jobs

More than 350 workers at a General Electric plant in Peterborough, Ont., will be losing their jobs as the 125-year-old facility ceases manufacturing next year.

Health Canada warns of suffocation risks of baby nests

Health Canada is warning the public about the suffocation risk associated with small, portable beds with soft, padded sides known as baby nests.

Emergency crews put out fire at Etobicoke high school

A fire that broke out on the roof of Michael Power/St. Joseph High School around 11:20 this morning was quickly put out by firefighters.

Summer of 'El Shapo' stays hot as GTA teen qualifies for 1st U.S. Open

Rising Canadian tennis star Denis Shapovalov will play in the main draw of the U.S. Open. The 18-year-old from Richmond Hill, Ont., defeated Jan Satral of the Czech Republic, 6-7 (2), 6-1-6-3, in Friday's third-round qualifying match to clinch his spot in next week's action.

Technician dies in elevator accident in midtown Toronto

A man has died after an elevator accident at a building under construction in Midtown on Friday afternoon.

'She was the real deal': Pam McConnell celebrated and remembered

by Justin Li

Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne and Toronto Mayor John Tory were among those scheduled to attend the celebration of life for late city councillor and deputy mayor Pam McConnell.

Toronto orchestra vocalists outraged by 'fat shaming' email from management

by Ramna Shahzad

Performers who have worked with a Toronto orchestra are speaking out after they say they received an email asking vocalists who are not "physically fit and slim" to refrain from wearing "tight-fitting dresses."

Friday August 25, 2017

Video 5 Things About Denis Shapovalov, Tennis Superstar

Canadian teenage tennis sensation Denis Shapovalov is tearing up the courts these days -- but what do you REALLY know about him?

Vintage car a cherished link to the past for Sri Lankan immigrant

by Kate McGillivray

Sri Ramalingam spent years working to fix up the car of his Sri Lankan childhood - and he'll show off the result at this weekend's Tamil fest.

Whitby fire destroys townhouse complex, $6 million in damage

by Hailey Salvian

Whitby Fire Chief says 14 town homes were destroyed in the fire on Wednesday evening.

Drake makes surprise appearance at Toronto concert

by Hailey Salvian

Fans of British Singer Jorja Smith got a surprise by a local artist at her Toronto tour stop on Thursday night.

Man alleging police brutality says officer beat, groped him

A man who says he was beaten and groped by a Toronto police officer in 2015 spoke out on Thursday, a day after the officer was charged with assault in relation to the incident.

Q&A;: Was Toronto actually in a housing bubble — and did it already burst?

Doug Porter, chief economist and managing director of BMO Financial Group, shared his thoughts on the city's real estate market on CBC's Metro Morning on Friday.

City takes unprecedented step to spare classic buildings from the wrecking ball

by John Rieti

The city is taking an unprecedented step to give more than 250 midtown Toronto properties heritage status in one fell swoop, a move that’s taking some owners by surprise.

Man assaulted in break and enter in Etobicoke

A man has been sent to hospital after an altercation during a break and enter at an Etobicoke shopping plaza.

'It's going to be a nightmare': Residents worry Woodbine bike lanes will increase traffic, endanger children

by Philip Lee-Shanok

As bike lane construction begins Friday on Woodbine Avenue from Danforth Avenue south to Queen Street East, area residents worry the new lanes will increase traffic congestion and force drivers to use residential streets, instead.