Uber, Lyft drivers plan Valentine’s Day strikes across Canada. What to know
Thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers are taking a break from the job this Valentine's Day as part of a global protest over pay and benefits.
Canada
Feb 14
Ontario commuters worried about rise in number of e-bikes on Go Trains
Concerns are being raised over the safety of having e-bikes on board Go Trains, which many UberEats bike couriers rely on to deliver food.
Canada
Feb 15
Toronto taxi scammer gets prison time after dragging victim who confronted him
Shubham Joshi pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing bodily harm, failing to remain at the scene of an accident, and possession of stolen property in the 2022 incident.
Crime
Mar 18
Relations between Toronto and Uber crash. What’s next for taxis in the city?
The San Francisco-headquartered company says responsibility for the sudden animosity sits with the city.
Politics
Nov 21, 2023
‘Cash Cab’-aret? Beloved Canadian quiz show returns, with a musical spin
The beloved game show is being revived as 'Cash Cab Music,' with original host Adam Growe back in the driver's seat.
Canada
Feb 23
Financial stress taking a toll on international students, advocates say
International students are finding themselves in difficult situations as the cost of living skyrockets in Canada and it becomes more difficult for newcomers to find work.
Canada
Mar 15
Blue Jays top Twins, earn fourth straight win
Brian Serven hit a two-run homer in the third inning and the Toronto Blue Jays extended their win streak to four games with a 5-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday in pre-season play.
Sports
Mar 14
‘Pure evil’: Toronto man recounts taxi scam as police issue warning
A fraudulent transaction with a fake cab almost cost a Toronto man his life. Now, as he fights to get his livelihood back, he wants his story to stand as a warning for others.
Canada
Jan 30
Expect a squeeze on orange juice costs as supplier price freeze ends: Metro CEO
Metro Inc. says that a surge in purchases through Uber Eats and Instacart helped more than double its online food sales in the company's first fiscal quarter of the year.
Money
Jan 30
“Everyone needs help” Toronto hosts recruitment to bolster crisis teams
As the city works to expand what it’s calling its fourth emergency service, Toronto held a recruitment drive to find people to work for its Community Crisis Service Team.
Health
Mar 6
‘Very traumatized’: Arrest made in case of Toronto senior shot in the face with pellet gun
Toronto police say they have made an arrest in the case of a woman who was reportedly shot in the face with a pellet gun in the city's east-end.
Crime
Mar 1
What a TikTok ban could mean for Canadians — and could it happen here?
A potential ban of TikTok in Canada could be similar to the U.S., such as requiring app stores to not carry it, but experts say Ottawa should look at improving privacy laws.
Canada
Mar 15
Riders, councillor push back on proposed Halifax Transit fare increase
The proposed budget includes a fare increase that would take effect in September if approved. An adult bus fare would jump from $2.75 to $3.
Canada
Feb 29
New Brunswick long-term care unprepared for next generation of aging seniors
New Brunswick's seniors advocate says the province will need to rethink its long-term care offerings to respond to the needs of an increasingly diverse population.
Canada
Mar 13
‘Safer supply’ programs necessary to save lives amid overdose crisis: Saks
Data shows a majority of overdose deaths between January and June 2023 involved fentanyl, an opioid experts warn has become increasingly tainted with even more toxic substances.
Health
Feb 20
Cyber attacks are getting easier, experts warn after 3rd federal incident
Experts say cyber attacks are getting more numerous, more complex and easier - and that Canada's regulations don't go far enough to help companies stay safe.
Canada
Mar 5
Canadians shouldn’t worry about TikTok security review: Champagne
The federal industry minister says Canadians shouldn’t worry about using TikTok, despite an ongoing national security review of the company.
Canada
Mar 15
Toronto’s King Street traffic solution yields remarkable short-term results
Rolling out traffic agents along the King Street corridor in Toronto has meant fantastic results, the city says. The success, however, doesn't last long after agents go home.
Traffic
Feb 9
Got a grocery loyalty app? How personalized offers are designed to lure in shoppers
Retailers tell customers their offers are determined by how they shop. That's true, but it's a bit more complicated than simply granting rewards based on past purchases.
Consumer
Feb 26
U.S. House votes to ban TikTok if Chinese owner doesn’t sell app
The vote comes just over a week since the bill was proposed following one public hearing with little debate, and after action in Congress had stalled for more than a year.
U.S. News
Mar 13