Toronto Pearson: Highway to Terminal 1 closed after 'police-involved shooting' at airport

A 21-year-old international student, Harsimrat Randhawa, was fatally shot by a stray bullet while waiting at a bus stop in Hamilton, Ontario. Police indicated she had "zero capability of avoiding" the incident, which occurred rapidly as she stepped off a bus and awaited to cross the street. Tributes poured in from her college, Mohawk College, highlighting her aspirations in occupational physiotherapy and the profound loss felt by her peers and professors, who remembered her as...

Summary A recent Postmedia-Leger poll indicates that the Liberals lead the federal election with 43% support, five points ahead of the Conservatives at 38%. Despite these numbers, FanDuel reports that 70% of bets on the election winner are placed on the Conservative party, with over 80% of those bets made after March 25, as the election campaign intensified. Canadians will vote on April 28, as political analysts continue to explore the dynamics of the race....

With election day approaching, Canadian political parties are leveraging the Stanley Cup playoffs for advertising, given the heightened interest in hockey. This year features five Canadian teams in the playoffs, creating a prime opportunity for campaigns, especially in Ontario's battleground ridings. The Conservatives are targeting older voters with specific ads, while the Liberals, led by Mark Carney, have gained popularity among the 55+ demographic, reflecting a competitive landscape influenced by U.S. politics and economic concerns....

TOP STORY In the 2025 election, record advance voting turnout—7.3 million Canadians—has sparked speculation about its implications for the Conservatives, though some caution it may simply reflect a trend towards early voting. The Conservatives are gaining traction among younger voters, with a recent survey showing 42% support among those aged 18-29, contrasting with a 14-point disadvantage among voters over 60. Increased youth participation could significantly benefit the Conservatives, as higher overall turnout historically correlates with...

Austrian businessman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe has been appointed interim chairman of the World Economic Forum, succeeding Klaus Schwab amid ongoing investigations into Schwab's financial and ethical conduct. Brabeck-Letmathe, known for his long tenure at Nestlé where he held various leadership roles including CEO and Chairman, has faced scrutiny for past controversial comments on water usage. In addition to his Nestlé career, he has held significant positions with organizations such as Roche and Credit Suisse, and founded...

Throughout the 2025 campaign, the Conservatives criticized the "Lost Liberal Decade," arguing that Canada has significantly declined in various indicators since the Liberals took power in 2015, with worse outcomes in the economy, crime, public services, and affordability. Crime rates, particularly homicides, have increased dramatically, with the homicide count rising from 604 in 2015 to a peak of 874 in 2022, and firearm-related violent crime incidents surging nearly 30% in seven years. Simultaneously, the prison...