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    Donald Trump calls Doug Ford a 'very strong man' as premier continues U.S. media blitz against tariffs

    Premier Doug Ford's U.S. media blitz may be forcing President Donald Trump to change the channel on his costly trade war with Canada.

    Economists expect Trump tariff chaos will spark interest rate cut Wednesday by Bank of Canada

    A survey of economists point to Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem announcing a 25-basis-point cut on Wednesday bringing the key interest rate down to 2.75% — the bank's 7th consecutive reduction.

    Trump tariffs and Canada: 25% levy on steel and aluminum will go into effect tomorrow; Doug Ford agrees to suspend electricity tax

    The White House said it would implement a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian steel and aluminum Wednesday — half of what had been threatened.

    Donald Trump hints at reversing latest 50 per cent tariff threat on Canadian metals, Doug Ford lines up Washington meeting in signs of potential breakthrough

    The U.S. president dangled the possible tariff reversal after Ontario’s premier suspended its electricity export tax. But there’s little sign the chaos threatening the Canada-U.S. relationship is letting up.

    Why is Tesla's stock tumbling? Elon Musk loses $29 billion in a single day as Donald Trump vows to buy one of his cars

    The stock's weaker performance comes amid a number of "Tesla Takedown" protests in recent days.

    Mark Carney to name a cabinet within days. Here's what he'll need to consider

    In his second full day in the post, Carney received briefings from government officials, including on the Canada-U.S. trade war and from national security agencies, according to a source in the Liberal leader's camp.

    ‘I shared my home with you’: Grieving Toronto mom addresses city’s youngest murderer, age 13

    “I’d like to say I’m sorry and it will never happen again,” the boy apologized in court on Tuesday.

    Dog at centre of Toronto mauling that injured child last year euthanized, owner pleads guilty

    Patrycja Sarek, 39, was criminally charged and faced additional offences under the Dog Owners Liability Act and the Toronto Municipal Code.

    The early returns are in on new Leafs Brandon Carlo and Scott Laughton, and it's a good thing they're early

    Leafs coach Craig Berube isn't concerned. He expected it would take a little time for the two to get comfortable.

    Judge reserves decision on Doug Ford's bid to remove Toronto bike lanes

    Cycling advocates have asked for a temporary injunction on the Ford government's plan to rip out Toronto bike lanes.

    Toronto police apologize for using Leslie Street Spit for tactical training without 'necessary notifications'

    The Friends of the Spit group is concerned about lack of communication and if this was an appropriate place to conduct this type of training.

    Are you too late? Hudson's Bay shuts off rewards program — but gift cards still honoured

    Hudson's Bay, which is expected to close 40 stores under creditor protection, has paused its rewards program, with outstanding points totalling about $58 million.

    Flight deals, a case of 1,400 cans of beer and lap dances: Canadian companies offer deals linked to U.S. tariff talk

    Some Canadian coffee shops are rebranding Americanos as "Canadianos," as companies roll out tariff-related advertising campaigns.

    A 'blood moon' total lunar eclipse will be visible in Toronto this week. Here's how to watch

    The dramatic "blood moon" on Thursday night will be the first total lunar eclipse visible from Ontario in nearly three years, weather permitting.

    Windsor police charge Toronto man after school board defrauded of $2.1 million

    The suspect impersonated a contractor and redirected funds, police say.

    Snapchat, TikTok and Meta lose fight to stop $8 billion in lawsuits filed by Ontario school boards

    Fourteen schools and boards allege the online platforms are addictive and have caused harm to students' academic achievement as well as their mental health and well-being.

    Wooden kitchen spoons are stirring new interest in the wake of microplastics fears. Here’s what experts say about how to use them

    Choose spoons made of hardwood, avoid using them with uncooked meat or eggs and ensure they completely dry after a soapy wash.

    Police 'exploring all possibilities' in search for gunmen in mass shooting at Scarborough pub

    Just after 10:30 p.m. on Friday, three masked men, one armed with an assault rifle, entered the pub across the street from Scarborough Town Centre and opened fire on the crowd.

    Another day of market mayhem as Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum on Wednesday

    Toronto and New York stock markets close lower again, but bounce back from intraday plunges amid chaos of Trump's changing tariff announcements.

    Sault Ste. Marie-based Algoma Steel begins layoffs in wake of Trump tariff threats

    In trading on the TSX Tuesday, Algoma shares plunged, falling as low as $7.55 per share before recovering to $7.85 by 2 p.m.

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