Toronto Police’s bomb squad will conduct a controlled detonation in East York after finding explosive materials in a storage unit on Bermondsey Road. The materials will be taken to Tommy Thompson Park for safe disposal, with the detonation occurring in an inaccessible area to the public. Police assure there is no risk to public safety, and the discovery is not considered criminal, although the specific type of explosives found has not been disclosed.
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Northlander train linking Toronto to Timmins set for relaunch in 2026. What we know about it
The Ontario Northland passenger train, known as the Northlander, will relaunch its service between Toronto and Timmins in 2026 after being discontinued in 2012. The new service will feature fully-accessible trains with modern amenities, 16 stops, and aims to transport 40,000 to 60,000 riders annually, garnering strong support from northern Ontario communities, including Indigenous groups. The relaunch is expected to enhance connectivity, boost tourism, and improve the quality of life in the region, as residents...
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