Tempers flare as counter-protesters outnumber attendees at far-right rally in Toronto
There was a heavy police presence in the area as officers tried to prevent clashes. Continue reading
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Toronto police Chief Mark Saunders calls 2018 ‘unique’ year with record-high number of homicides
Chief Mark Saunders says a deadly van attack in April and a mass shooting in the bustling Danforth neighbourhood made residents question the safety of their city. Continue reading
Calling populism ‘dangerous’ and ‘divisive,’ Toronto Mayor John Tory says he may seek third term
In a year-end interview with Global News, Mayor John Tory discusses the recent municipal election, his relationship with Premier Doug Ford, and the response to violent crime in Toronto. Continue reading
Woman calls for improved Toronto police response times after father fatally beaten
By Catherine McDonald Crime Specialist
When Joseph Perron was beaten to death on June 13, Melissa Tomas was cheated out of her dream to know her father. Continue reading
Calgary police increase patrols in wake of Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
“Members of the Calgary Police Service take this very seriously.” Continue reading
Police presence in Jewish communities across Canada to be increased following Pittsburgh shooting
Police in York Region and Toronto have confirmed that security will be increased in local Jewish communities following a mass shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh. Continue reading
Some Toronto pot shops to stay open despite threat of prosecution
Ontario will have no brick-and-mortar cannabis stores until April 1, 2019, with the only legal retailer being a provincial government-run online store. Continue reading
Toronto police union boss says 28 day ban on pot ‘is simply not practical’
Toronto Police Association president Mike McCormack says a new draft policy outlining rules around officers smoking pot off duty “is fraught with all kinds of issues.” Continue reading
Toronto police chief discusses efforts to address gun violence, responds to community concerns
Chief Mark Saunders sat down for a wide-ranging interview with Global News on Thursday. Among other things, he discussed new provincial funding to address gun violence. Continue reading
Caribbean Carnival’s 51st annual Grande Parade brings out Toronto’s movers and shakers
By Kamil Karamali Reporter
The four-week event highlights Caribbean island culture, with plenty of food, songs and hip-shaking. But none of it more abundant than at the Grande Parade. Continue reading