Toronto man charged after fatal crash involving pedestrian

SummaryA group of senators, including Percy Downe, Mary Robinson, and others, participated in a taxpayer-funded "familiarization tour" of Alberta last summer, with some senators bringing their spouses along. This trip has raised questions regarding its relevance, prompting some senators to voice concerns and call for a review of the rules governing such expenditures. The event has also drawn attention to the involvement of additional senators like Robert Black and Mary Jane McCallum, who were not...

Summary In a high-profile trial concerning allegations of sexual assault against five members of Team Canada, defense lawyers argue that the complainant's testimony is inconsistent and aimed at obscuring the facts to support her claims. The accused players, including Carter Hart and Michael McLeod, maintain that any sexual interactions were consensual, contradicting the woman's account of being intoxicated and forced into unwanted activities. As the trial nears its conclusion, the central issue of consent remains...

Canada's men's soccer team celebrated winning the inaugural Canadian Shield Tournament despite a 5-4 loss to Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout. The 30th-ranked Canadians finished the tournament with four points, placing them ahead of No. 86 New Zealand and No. 25 Ukraine, and two points ahead of No. 41 Ivory Coast. This victory marks a significant achievement for Canada in the competition. Full Article

Summary of Project Pelican Drug Bust Peel Regional Police uncovered a cross-border drug smuggling operation involving commercial truck drivers, resulting in the arrest of nine men and the seizure of 479 kilograms of cocaine valued at approximately $47.9 million. The cocaine, primarily transported from Mexico through the U.S., was destined for the Peel Region, a major logistics hub. Project Pelican represents the largest drug bust in Peel's history, highlighting a significant trend of organized crime...

As workers begin dismantling the Superstack, Val Caron retiree Andre Gallant recalls his time as part of the original construction crew in 1970. The stack, completed in 1972, reached 1,250 feet and featured a steel liner, with Gallant managing rebar placement and performing maintenance tasks. Despite safety protocols being lax and fall-prevention gear often ignored, Gallant grew confident at heights, earning the nickname “The Cat” for his agility, and he fondly remembers pouring the last...

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is experiencing delays in updating Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) contribution room, making it unavailable since mid-April 2025. Taxpayers are advised to calculate their own contribution room using Form RC343 and maintain records of their transactions to avoid penalties for overcontribution, which incurs a 1% monthly fee. The CRA has acknowledged the issue, attributing it to a new data validation process and has not provided a timeline for when the service...