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• Man charged with kidnapping in Markham missing persons case

  29-07-2024 21:52 via cbc.ca
  
  Police are asking the public for help locating Ying Zhang, a 57-year old woman who was last seen in Markham on July 25. A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged with kidnapping.
  
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• Builders say Toronto World Cup traffic plan could stall projects and delay new homeowners

  16-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  As Toronto prepares to welcome hundreds of thousands of FIFA World Cup fans this summer, thousands of new homeowners could soon get some bad news because the city has severely limited construction activity downtown and along major arteries between May 1 and July 31.
  
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• Canadian Covid Society raising awareness of the effects of long COVID

  16-03-2026 00:39 via cbc.ca
  March 15th marks Long COVID awareness day. The Canadian Covid Society hosted events across Canada, highlighting the stories of those experiencing long COVID. CBC's Mercedes Gaztambide reports.
  
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• Waterloo mayor 'shocked' police sniper was deployed to St. Patrick's Day street party

  15-03-2026 23:07 via cbc.ca
  Waterloo Mayor Dorothy McCabe says she was "surprised and shocked" to learn that a Waterloo Regional Police Service sniper was deployed as part of law enforcement's efforts to manage an unsanctioned street party during St. Patrick's Day weekend in the city's university district.
  
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• Ontario’s attorney general calls on federal government to look at legalizing pepper spray

  15-03-2026 22:51 via cbc.ca
  Ontario’s attorney general is calling on the federal government to consider legalizing the carrying and use of pepper spray for self defence and instituting mandatory DNA collection upon arrest for sexual offences.
  
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• 27th annual St. Patrick's Day Race takes to the streets of Toronto

  15-03-2026 18:40 via cbc.ca
  Toronto runners marked the start of the spring running season by taking part in the 27th edition of the St. Patrick's Day Race. The yearly run is in support of Achilles Canada, a non-profit that gives people with disabilities the opportunity to receive the physical and psychological benefits of running. CBC Toronto spoke with some of the runners participating this year.
  
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• Special weather statement for strong winds issued for GTA: Environment Canada

  15-03-2026 13:05 via cbc.ca
  Residents across the Greater Toronto Area are being warned of strong winds from Sunday through to Tuesday morning, according to Environment Canada.
  
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• Special weather statement for snow, freezing rain issued for GTA: Environment Canada

  15-03-2026 13:05 via cbc.ca
  Residents across the Greater Toronto Area are in for more snow and freezing rain on Sunday, according to Environment Canada.
  
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• Withdrawn charges in Stronach sex assault trial raise questions about prosecution

  15-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  When his trial began in February, Frank Stronach faced 12 counts related to seven female complainants whose allegations included sexual assault and the historical charges of rape and attempted rape. Now, with all the evidence heard and closing submissions set for the end of the month, those charges have been whittled down to seven — related to four of the initial seven complainants.
  
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• The TTC is moving to plastic bus seats, so why are Toronto's new LRT seats fabric?

  15-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  Scoring a seat on a busy bus, streetcar or subway is a hot commodity, but have you ever thought about why they're made the way they are? Welcome to the weird world of transit seat upholstery.
  
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• Inside the weird world of Toronto’s transit seat upholstery

  15-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  Scoring a seat on a busy bus, streetcar or subway is a hot commodity, but have you ever thought about why they're made the way they are? Welcome to the weird world of transit seat upholstery.
  
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• Raptors 905 open first-ever practice facility in Mississauga

  14-03-2026 21:43 via cbc.ca
  The Raptors 905, G-League affiliate of the Toronto Raptors, opened their first-ever practice facility in Mississauga, Ont. CBC's Naama Weingarten has more on how this facility is a game-changer for the team and the community.
  
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• Toronto FC fans share their hopes for the MLS season ahead of home opener

  14-03-2026 19:57 via cbc.ca
  Toronto FC held their home opener game of the 2026 MLS season Saturday. CBC Toronto spoke with some fans ahead of the match, who shared their hopes for the team this season.
  
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• Ontario justice allows Al-Quds Day rally to continue after Ford injunction attempt fails

  14-03-2026 19:07 via cbc.ca
  An Ontario Superior Court justice has ruled that the Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto may continue as planned Saturday afternoon.
  
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• Ford government unsuccessful in blocking Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto

  14-03-2026 19:07 via cbc.ca
  An Ontario Superior Court justice has ruled that the Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto may continue as planned Saturday afternoon.
  
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• Al-Quds Day rally proceeds in Toronto after judge rules against Ford government's injunction request

  14-03-2026 19:07 via cbc.ca
  An Al-Quds Day rally took to the streets near the U.S. consulate in Toronto Saturday, after an Ontario Superior Court justice ruled that the demonstration could continue as planned.
  
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• Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto proceeds after judge rules against Ford government's attempt to block it

  14-03-2026 19:07 via cbc.ca
  An Al-Quds Day rally took to the streets near the U.S. consulate in Toronto Saturday, after an Ontario Superior Court justice ruled that the demonstration could continue as planned.
  
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• 60-year-old woman's death being considered as homicide: Toronto police

  14-03-2026 13:32 via cbc.ca
  Toronto police have identified a 60-year-old woman as the city's fourth homicide victim of the year.
  
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• UPDATED weather warning in effect for Toronto and southern Ontario - INsauga

  14-03-2026 11:04 via news.google.com
  UPDATED weather warning in effect for Toronto and southern Ontario  INsauga
  
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• Annual Al-Quds Day rally set to take place in Toronto - Toronto Star

  14-03-2026 11:00 via news.google.com
  Annual Al-Quds Day rally set to take place in Toronto  Toronto Star
  
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• Annual Al-Quds Day rally set to take place in Toronto - The Spec

  14-03-2026 11:00 via news.google.com
  Annual Al-Quds Day rally set to take place in Toronto  The Spec
  
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• Annual Al-Quds Day rally set to take place in Toronto - SooToday.com

  14-03-2026 11:00 via news.google.com
  Annual Al-Quds Day rally set to take place in Toronto  SooToday.com
  
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• Early films of two current Oscar nominees screen at Toronto repertory cinemas - Toronto Star

  14-03-2026 10:00 via news.google.com
  Early films of two current Oscar nominees screen at Toronto repertory cinemas  Toronto Star
  
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• City of Mississauga monitoring flood risk after high levels of melting snow, rain

  14-03-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca
  With the recent rainfall and snowmelt, officials in Mississauga are warning residents about the increased risk of floods.
  The city says its working with local conservation authorities to monitor conditions. But Mississauga is home to several bodies of water, a fact that makes the area especially vulnerable in the springtime.
  
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• Toronto highway closures for planned roadwork on March 14 - Toronto Star

  14-03-2026 09:56 via news.google.com
  Toronto highway closures for planned roadwork on March 14  Toronto Star
  
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• Timothée Chalamet says no one cares about ballet. Toronto dancers respond - CBC

  14-03-2026 09:31 via news.google.com
  Timothée Chalamet says no one cares about ballet. Toronto dancers respond  CBC
  
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• Timothée Chalamet says no one cares about ballet. Toronto dancers respond

  14-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  Actor Timothée Chalamet has sparked controversy in the performing arts world after he said “no one cares about” ballet and opera anymore. CBC’s Alejandrina Alvarez spoke to Toronto ballet dancers and teachers about the art form’s relevancy, accessibility and future.
  
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• Ontario wants to change its FOI rules to keep some records secret. Here's what you need to know

  14-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  Ontario wants to exempt the premier, cabinet ministers and parliamentary assistants from being subject to the province’s freedom-of-information (FOI) rules, a move that’s sparked outrage from experts, opposition parties, and the province’s privacy commissioner.
  
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• Canadians might be soon waiting longer to have their air travel complaints heard

  14-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  The federal government is currently weighing whether to renew funding meant to address a massive backlog of airline passenger complaints — funding that if not extended could result in Canadians having to wait longer to have their cases heard.
  
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• Behind the scenes of Sinners, Oscar-nominated women are 'carrying the torch' for diverse, young filmmakers

  14-03-2026 09:00 via cbc.ca
  Three women of colour who worked on the crew of Sinners are helping drive a significant shift in the film industry that's allowing diverse newcomers to gain experience and recognition behind the scenes. Veterans like costume designer Ruth E. Carter who've broken barriers say they're lighting the way for those who follow to make their own communities, lift each other up and create opportunities for each other.
  
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