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Ontario appeals judge's decision to strike down parts of agriculture law

Ontario appeals judge's decision to strike down parts of agriculture law

TORONTO — Ontario has appealed a judge's decision to strike down as unconstitutional parts of an agriculture law that made it illegal to get a job on a farm under false pretences to expose conditions inside.
Italian star Lorenzo Insigne set to return for Toronto FC against New York City FC

Italian star Lorenzo Insigne set to return for Toronto FC against New York City FC

TORONTO — A victory over visiting New York City FC on Saturday and Toronto FC can match its entire points total of last season when it finished last in the league at 4-20-10.

WNBA franchise awarded to Toronto for 2026 season, according to media reports

TORONTO (AP) — The WNBA is heading to Toronto, according to media reports. The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation reported that the women’s professional basketball league has awarded a franchise to the Kilmer Group.
Another alleged intruder at Drake's mansion seriously injured after guard altercation

Another alleged intruder at Drake's mansion seriously injured after guard altercation

TORONTO — Police say an alleged trespasser at Drake's Toronto home was sent to hospital with serious injuries after getting into an altercation with security guards.
Toronto fire chief who played key role in COVID-19 response announces retirement

Toronto fire chief who played key role in COVID-19 response announces retirement

Toronto Fire Chief Matthew Pegg, who was a key figure in the city's COVID-19 response, has announced his retirement. After 32 years in active service and eight years as chief, Pegg says he will officially step down on Oct. 4.
Mayor says Ottawa will reverse course on Israel national day event after cancellation

Mayor says Ottawa will reverse course on Israel national day event after cancellation

Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe says he wants the city to reverse course after cancelling an event to mark Israel's national day.
Algonquin Power & Utilities names Chris Huskilson as CEO, reports Q1 loss

Algonquin Power & Utilities names Chris Huskilson as CEO, reports Q1 loss

OAKVILLE, Ont. — Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. named Chris Huskilson as its chief executive as it reported a loss in its latest quarter. Huskilson has been interim CEO since August 2023. The power utility, which keeps its books in U.S.
After B.C.'s walk-back, uncertainty clouds Toronto decriminalization bid

After B.C.'s walk-back, uncertainty clouds Toronto decriminalization bid

Toronto's bid to decriminalize the possession of illegal drugs for personal use has been plunged into uncertainty in recent days, as drug policy experts suggest political debates over British Columbia's backtracking on the issue have hurt the city's

OHL roundup: Cowan's hot night lifts Knights to 8-1 win over Generals

LONDON, Ont. — Easton Cowan scored once and added four assists as the London Knights opened the Ontario Hockey League's Championship Final on Thursday night with an 8-1 win over the visiting Oshawa Generals.
Sun Life reports first-quarter net income of $875 million

Sun Life reports first-quarter net income of $875 million

TORONTO — Sun Life Financial Inc. says it had a net income of $875 million in its first quarter, a two per cent decline from last year. The insurer says profits were affected by its U.S.