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Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow tables her version of the city’s 2026 budgetUnder the province's strong mayor powers, Chow must present her version of the city's financial blueprint after hearing from staff and budget committee.PoliticsFeb 2
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Toronto factors a new deal into budget, but Ford government says talks aren’t scheduledMunicipal Affairs Minister Rob Flack said he has no talks with Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow scheduled to discuss more funds, but says they could come soon.PoliticsJan 16
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Toronto’s mayor vows to prioritize budget over potential re-election bidToronto Mayor Olivia Chow starts her mornings in the City Hall gym and allowed Global News to join her workout to discuss the health of the city and its progress heading into 2026.PoliticsDec 24, 2025
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Ford ‘confident’ Eglinton Crosstown LRT will open in early FebruaryAt the tail end of 2025, senior leaders from the TTC and Metrolinx sat down alongside Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, Premier Doug Ford and Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria.PoliticsJan 8
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Toronto to deliver replacement Scarborough busway ahead of schedule in 2026Mayor Olivia Chow made the announcement on Friday, promising a busway would deliver faster travel times as residents wait for a subway extension in the long run.PoliticsDec 12, 2025
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Toronto transit to offer free rides next year under new fare-capping programToronto Mayor Olivia Chow announced a new "fare-capping" program that will let TTC riders travel for free after making 47 paid trips in a month. The program launches in September.PoliticsDec 8, 2025
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Arrest warrant issued for man suspected in crash which killed Manitoba musician, two othersAn arrest warrant has been issued, six months after a Manitoba musician, his partner, and another man was killed in a crash in western Manitoba.CrimeJan 28
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2026 Grammy Awards: The most eye-catching red carpet looksOn this year's Grammys red carpet, bold fashion, big personality and flashes of political activism took centre stage.EntertainmentFeb 1
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Toronto will allow 6 a.m. alcohol sales to boost pub visits during Winter OlympicsItaly will officially host the Winter Olympics between Feb. 6 and Feb. 22, with curling beginning Wednesday ahead of the official games.CanadaFeb 4
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Toronto mayor says police chief needs to ‘earn trust back’ after arrests of officersLast week, a major investigation led by York Regional Police resulted in an array of charges against Toronto officers accused of aiding organized crime.PoliticsFeb 10
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Ontario minister responsible for policing won’t comment on arrests of Toronto officersOntario's solicitor general is declining to speak about the arrest of multiple officers in an organized crime scandal rocking police forces in and around Toronto.PoliticsFeb 6
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Ontario cities facing road salt shortage as cold snap settles inPickering and London recently issued notices advising they’re adjusting their winter maintenance operations due to the low supply of road salt.CanadaJan 27
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James Van Der Beek, ‘Dawson’s Creek’ star, dies at 48James Van Der Beek revealed in November 2024 that he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer.EntertainmentFeb 11
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Toronto council finishes deliberations on 2.2% tax increaseIn early January, city staff revealed Toronto's proposed 2026 budget, with a tax increase of 2.2 per cent, drastically lower than the increases approved in the past two years.PoliticsFeb 10
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Grammys 2026: The best red carpet looks for lessGet these stunning looks for less from brands like Aritzia, Mejuri and more.The CuratorFeb 2
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Canada coach looking for cross-country ski medalsCanada cross-country ski coach Julia Mehre Ystgaard has high hopes for her team at the Milan Cortina Olympics. And she's not afraid to say it.SportsFeb 8
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Toronto sidewalk clearing needs improvement after snowstorm, city officials sayThe city says it is receiving 3,000 to 4,000 calls daily, including many calls from residents reporting issues related to blocked sidewalks.WeatherJan 28
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Toronto tables budget with 2.2% tax increase to kick-off election yearIn Toronto, a city-led budget is proposing a 0.7 per cent increase to the general property tax rate and an extra 1.5 per cent for the city's building fund.PoliticsJan 8
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Team Canada fan festival lands in TorontoA handful of families and sports lovers braved the bone-chilling cold Saturday morning to skate at Nathan Phillips Square and cheer on Canada's Olympic athletes in a muted kickoff to the Team Canada FanFest.SportsFeb 7
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Ford government plans underwater transmission line through Lake OntarioEnergy Minister Stephen Lecce announced he had approved a recommendation to build the line by the IESO, which will boost supply by 900 megawatts.CanadaJan 7