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• Leamington celebrates World Cup triumph of hometown hero Stephen Eustaquio

  29-06-2026 21:27 via cbc.ca
  
  Stephen Eustaquio's Ontario hometown is celebrating his last-minute goal on Sunday that allowed the Canadian men's team to make soccer history and advance to the FIFA World Cup round of 16 for the first time.
  
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• Ontario and Utah sign deal to boost trade as Ford seeks to strengthen ties with American states

  29-06-2026 22:34 via cbc.ca
  
  Ontario has signed a deal with Utah to boost trade as part of a plan by Premier Doug Ford to strengthen economic ties with individual American states.
  
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• 'A bit of a wasteland': Mayoral candidate pitches renaming, cleaning up Sankofa Square

  29-06-2026 20:37 via cbc.ca
  
  Mayoral candidate and city councillor Brad Bradford proposed a plan Monday to rename Sankofa Square, calling the downtown area a "bit of a wasteland" that needs to be restored.
  
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• Meet Ben, Toronto’s World Cup geese patrol dog

  29-06-2026 20:27 via cbc.ca
  
  Border collie Ben is on goose patrol at a Toronto FIFA World Cup training pitch, helping keep geese away as visiting teams prepare. CBC Toronto caught up with him on the job.
  
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• Interim Ontario Science Centre opens at Harbourfront Centre as construction begins on permanent building

  29-06-2026 18:37 via cbc.ca
  
  The interim location of the Ontario Science Centre is now open to the public, as construction gets underway for a new, permanent home at Ontario Place set to open in 2029.
  
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• 2 years ago a boy died of rabies from a bat. Doctors are reminding the public to be aware

  29-06-2026 15:08 via cbc.ca
  
  In the latest issue of the Canadian Medical Association Journal, infectious disease physicians described the case of an 11-year-old child who died of rabies almost two years ago, and urged people to seek medical attention if they have any contact with bats to prevent potential rabies infection.
  
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• Hot, humid week ahead for Toronto — with Canada Day forecast to be sweltering

  29-06-2026 12:49 via cbc.ca
  
  Grab some shade and drink some water this week, Toronto. Weather agencies are forecasting temperatures of at least 32 C almost every day this week, feeling more like above 40 with the humidex.
  
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• Environment Canada issues heat warning for Toronto as city braces for sweltering weather

  29-06-2026 12:49 via cbc.ca
  
  If you live in Toronto, find some shade and drink a lot of water this week. Weather agencies are forecasting temperatures of at least 32 C almost every day. With the humidex, it will feel like 40 C or higher.
  
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• This time next year there could be a maximum heat bylaw for Toronto rentals

  29-06-2026 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  With sizzling heat set to hit the city next week, Toronto is another step closer to bringing in a maximum temperature bylaw for its rental units.
  
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• A key CUSMA 'checkpoint' is coming. Businesses and unions are balancing anxiety and hope

  29-06-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Businesses and labour groups are watching with a mix of anxiety and hope as a key trade moment arrives on Wednesday, as Premier Doug Ford sets off on his third trip in less than a month to meet with U.S. lawmakers.
  
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• Stephen Eustáquio plays Canada's World Cup hero as last-minute goal defeats South Africa

  28-06-2026 23:04 via cbc.ca
  
  Stephen Eustáquio — 29 years old, quiet, steady, unheralded — scored in the second minute of stoppage time to claim a last-gasp 1-0 win for Canada.
  
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• Prime minister, mayor joined annual Pride Parade through Toronto's downtown streets

  28-06-2026 18:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Toronto's annual Pride Parade took place Sunday, drawing crowds of partygoers as the city simultaneously basks in FIFA World Cup 2026 excitement.
  
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• Annual Pride Parade set to march through Toronto's downtown streets

  28-06-2026 18:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Toronto's annual Pride Parade is hitting the streets today, drawing crowds of partygoers as the city simultaneously basks in World Cup excitement.
  
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• Annual Pride Parade marches through Toronto's downtown streets

  28-06-2026 18:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Toronto's annual Pride Parade took place Sunday, drawing crowds of partygoers as the city simultaneously basks in FIFA World Cup 2026 excitement.
  
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• Wanted man arrested over a week after death of senior couple in Mississauga: Peel police

  28-06-2026 16:52 via cbc.ca
  
  A 46-year-old man has been arrested by Peel police over a week after a search began for him following the death of his senior parents at a Mississauga home last week.
  
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• One person dead after fire in North York apartment unit

  28-06-2026 15:24 via cbc.ca
  
  One person is dead after a fire at aNorth York high rise residential building early Sunday morning, said police.
  
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• Ronaldo, Portugal to face Croatia in Toronto in World Cup knockout match after draw with Colombia

  28-06-2026 15:03 via cbc.ca
  
  Colombia finished the World Cup 's opening round as the Group K winner after playing Portugal to a scoreless draw Saturday night at Hard Rock Stadium in front of an electric crowd of supporters, the majority of whom were clad in Colombia's bright yellow jerseys.
  
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• Man in 20s dead, 5 others taken to hospital after crash in Brampton

  28-06-2026 15:02 via cbc.ca
  
  A man in his 20s has died after a crash in Brampton Saturday night, said Peel police.
  
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• Changes are coming to auto insurance policies in Ontario. Here's what you need to know

  28-06-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  As of July, some benefits that were previously mandatory under standard car insurance policies will be optional. This could drop the cost of premiums for customers who opt out of certain coverages, but insurance experts warn against leaving coverage exposed to risk.
  
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• Total of 19 drones intercepted since FIFA World Cup 2026 came to Toronto: police

  28-06-2026 00:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Toronto police say they have intercepted a total of 19 drones since the FIFA World Cup 2026 came to town and experts say it’s an important effort to keep up, regardless of how fans might feel about it.
  
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• Total of 18 drones intercepted since FIFA World Cup 2026 came to Toronto: police

  28-06-2026 00:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Toronto police say they have intercepted a total of 18 drones since the FIFA World Cup 2026 came to town and experts say it’s an important effort to keep up, regardless of how fans might feel about it.
  
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• At least 20 drones intercepted since FIFA World Cup 2026 came to Toronto: police

  28-06-2026 00:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Toronto police say they have intercepted at least 20 drones since the FIFA World Cup 2026 came to town and experts say it’s an important effort to keep up, regardless of how fans might feel about it.
  
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• Runners honour lost loved ones, celebrate 2SLGBTQ+ community at 30th annual Pride Run

  27-06-2026 20:34 via cbc.ca
  
  Decked out in their brightest and most vibrant garb, racers of all ages ran through the 30th annual Pride and Remembrance Run held in downtown Toronto Saturday.
  
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• Blue Jays select Sean Keys to Major League roster, recall Yohendrick Pinango

  27-06-2026 20:23 via cbc.ca
  
  The Toronto Blue Jays have selected infielder Sean Keys to the Major League roster as one of a series of moves on Saturday.
  
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• Maple Leafs trade defenceman Brandon Carlo to Blues for pair of 3rd-round picks

  27-06-2026 18:51 via cbc.ca
  
  The Toronto Maple Leafs dealt defenceman Brandon Carlo to the St. Louis Blues for a pair of third-round picks at the 2026 NHL draft on Saturday in Buffalo.
  
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• Motorcyclist dead after hit and run crash in Brampton: Peel police

  27-06-2026 14:18 via cbc.ca
  
  The driver of the other vehicle in the crash failed to remain at the scene, police said.
  
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• Man charged with impaired driving, motorcyclist dead after Brampton hit and run crash: police

  27-06-2026 14:18 via cbc.ca
  
  A 21-year-old man is dead after a hit and run crash in Brampton early Saturday morning, said police.
  
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• 21-year-old motorcyclist dead after hit and run crash in Brampton: Peel police

  27-06-2026 14:18 via cbc.ca
  
  A 21-year-old man is dead after a hit and run crash in Brampton early Saturday morning, said police.
  
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• Take a tour around the CN Tower's restricted areas

  27-06-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Ever wondered what lies behind the scenes at Toronto’s CN Tower? CBC’s Chris Glover takes you on a tour of areas normally closed to the public.
  
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• Oshawa's mayoral race expands as new candidates challenge for top spot

  27-06-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The race to lead Oshawa has shifted from what once appeared to be a single-candidate field into a crowded, four-way contest.
  
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