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Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:55 AM Arrest made after woman dragged into High Park woods, sexually assaulted: police       Toronto police say a 35-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a violent sexual assault against a woman at High Park last month.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:45 AM Weak tornado touched down in southwestern Ontario on Monday: researchers       Severe weather researchers say a weak tornado touched down in a community north of London, Ont., on Monday afternoon.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:04 AM 4 charged in Centennial-area drug bust: Winnipeg police       Four people are facing drug charges, Winnipeg police say, after a home in the Centennial neighbourhood was searched late last month.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 10:23 AM Diogo Jota, Liverpool soccer star, dead alongside brother in car crash       Diogo Jota had recently gotten married to his longtime girlfriend — his high-school sweetheart — Rute Cardoso, just 10 days before his death.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:07 AM 'Bomb threats' made at multiple Canadian airports, service resuming       Bomb threats were reported at multiple airports across Canada, but the agency managing air traffic control said service had started to resume at as the police investigate.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:56 AM NHL free agency continues as Nikolaj Ehlers ponders landing spot       The 29-year-old selected ninth overall at the 2014 draft put up 225 goals and 295 assists for 520 points in 674 regular-season games with the Jets.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:47 AM Is this the easiest it's been in 3 years to own a home?       A new report says this is the easiest it's been in three years to own a home, citing easing prices, interest rates and ownership costs. So why doesn't it feel that way for many?

Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:37 AM Third person dies after highway crash that killed Manitoba musician       Indie pop band Royal Canoe says bass player Brendan Berg died in the crash a day before his 43rd birthday, along with Olivia Michalczuk.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Your ultimate 2025 guide to buying the perfect mattress in Canada       From the level of firmness, to motion transfer, to cooling technology and materials, to the type of support it offers—rest assured, you have options.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM The best birdfeeders to attract backyard birds       Take up birdwatching by adding a feeder to your outdoor décor.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:10 AM Suspect arrested in High Park sexual assault       Toronto police say they have arrested a suspect for allegedly sexually assaulting a 62-year-old woman in High Park in early June. Officers were called to the park in the Howard Park Avenue and Parkside Drive area around 10:40 p.m. on June 4. Police say the woman was walking on a paved pathway when she was […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 10:52 AM Weekend need-to-know: Salsa on St. Clair, AFROFEST and more       If you can brave the high temperatures, the first weekend of July is full of lots of different events to attend for whatever peaks your interest, including the Fringe Festival, AFROFEST 20205 and Salsa on St. Clair. Keep in mind there is a subway and GO transit closure this weekend. AFROFEST 2025 The largest free […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 10:18 AM Toronto woman wanted for allegedly providing fraudulent immigration services       Toronto police are looking for a woman in connection to a fraud investigation. Investigators say they received reports between May 2023 and May 2025 that a woman was offering fraudulent immigration services in the Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue area. It is alleged that the suspect would provide immigration services for Canadian citizenship applications and […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 10:00 AM Factoring in the hidden costs of buy now pay later       TORONTO — When any service is offered for free, it's good to know why. In the booming market of buy now pay later financing, those opting in generally get to spread payments over a number of weeks at no cost, because it's the merchants that pay for the service in the hopes it will convince […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:03 AM Ground operations resume following bomb threats at 6 Canadian airports       Airports are returning to normal operations after Canada's air traffic control service said some received bomb threats early Thursday morning. "Early this morning, NAV CANADA was made aware of bomb threats affecting facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Calgary and Vancouver," a spokesperson said in a statement. It said employees at these airports are safe […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 7:52 AM Wildfires in eastern Germany injure firefighters and force evacuations       Wildfires eastern Germany have severely injured two firefighters and forced the evacuation of more than 100 residents. Nearly 500 firefighters were battling the fires that broke out Tuesday in Gohrischheide on the border between the eastern states of Saxony and Brandenburg. One female and one male firefighter suffered burns and were seriously injured. The fires […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 7:00 AM 'Roller coaster of emotions': What a CityNews reporter learned about Ontario jury duty       CityNews reporter Nick Westoll recently completed Ontario jury duty service and looks at the experience as part of a three-part series.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 6:51 AM 1 person dead in North York encampment fire       Toronto paramedics say one person has died after an encampment fire in North York that has been extinguished. Toronto fire crews and officers responded to the fire around 4 a.m. at 4 Credit Union Drive, in the Eglinton Avenue East and Victoria Park Avenue area. Fire Chief Jim Jessop says crews saw flames going up […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 6:19 AM Amnesty International says Israel and aid system use starvation to commit Gaza genocide       Amnesty International issued a report Thursday claiming a controversial Israeli- and U.S.-backed system to distribute aid in Gaza uses starvation tactics against Palestinians to continue to commit genocide in the Gaza Strip during Israel's war with Hamas. The U.K.-based human rights group condemned Israel and the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, which the U.S. and Israel have […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:56 AM Masai Ujiri's legacy: the championship, Kawhi and what's next for the Raptors       Masai Ujiri's time in Toronto is over. He'll be remembered for many things, most notably for the very first NBA Championship a Canadian team has ever won. 'We the North' became the country's rallying cry and the signing of superstar Kawhi Leonard ignited the city behind the sport like we'd never seen. Host Maria Kestane […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:24 AM Liverpool player Diogo Jota and his brother killed in a car accident in Spain       MADRID (AP) — Liverpool player Diogo Jota and his brother were killed in a car accident in Spain when the Lamborghini they were in veered off a road and burst into flames, police said Thursday. The Spanish Civil Guard confirmed to The Associated Press that the 28-year-old Jota and his 25-year-old brother, André Silva, were […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, July 3, 2025 4:00 AM New supply management law won't save the system from Trump, experts say       A new law meant to protect supply management might not be enough to shield the system in trade talks with a Trump administration bent on eliminating it, trade experts say. "It's certainly more difficult to strike a deal with the United States now with the passage of this bill that basically forces Canada to negotiate […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:42 AM How Bluesfest became "polyjamorous"       Every summer around this time, purists wonder why Bluesfest is still called Bluesfest. (Don't blame pop superstar Sting.)

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:23 AM Salgo: Public servants are happy in their work. But can they meet new demands?       According to the latest Public Service Employee Survey, 77 per cent of public servants responded positively to the statement 'overall I like my job.' That's a good start. Is it enough?

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:00 AM Hum: Korean eateries in downtown Ottawa please with punchy flavours, affordable prices       In Centretown and Sandy Hill, three casual eateries should appeal to lovers of boldly flavoured dishes.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:03 AM 'Security incident' at FlyYOW       Apparent bomb threats were received at the Ottawa International Airport and airports across the country. Police are investigating.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, July 3, 2025 4:00 AM Families fighting to save Algonquin program for special needs students       Algonquin College says it can no longer afford to subsidize the program. Families argue there's nothing else like it in Ottawa

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:48 AM Spitfires willing to stay patient waiting for decision on Red Wings pick       Even picking late, the Windsor Spitfires are still feeling great. It wasn't until the 53rd pick in the first round that the Spitfires made a selection in Wednesday's Canadian Hockey League Import Draft. Still, the club was thrilled to land Slovakian forward Michal Svrcek, who was a fourth-round pick by the Detroit Red Wings in […]

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:32 AM Led by Canadian sales, Windsor-built Pacifica numbers surge       Canadian demand for the Chrysler Pacifica took off in the second quarter of 2025, according to the latest figures showing sales of the Windsor-built vehicle doubling over the same period last year. FCA Canada, part of Stellantis, reported Wednesday the company sold 4,328 Pacificas, an increase of 96 per cent. However, the quarterly sales number […]

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:26 AM Hockey notes: Studnicka joins Stanley Cup champs while two former Spitfires sign       Tecumseh's Jack Studnicka is joining the Stanley Cup champions. The 26-year-old Studnicka has agreed to a one-year, two-way contract with the NHL's Florida Panthers. The six-foot-one, 187-pound Studnicka, who is the younger brother of former Spitfire forward Sam Studnicka, appeared in 72 games with the American Hockey League's Ontario Reign, which is an affiliate team […]

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:08 AM Pointing at cost to 'improve patient flow' Leamington hospital faces $4.4M deficit       Leamington's Erie Shores HealthCare is facing a $4.35 million budget deficit which its administration attributes to running unfunded programs to improve patient flow.  "We are in a unique position," said president and chief executive Kristin Kennedy. "I would say that our deficit is directly attributed to specific programs that we're running unfunded to improve patient […]

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:01 AM Unemployment, affordability top-of-mind for NDP leader during Windsor-Essex tour       The high local unemployment rate was top of mind for Ontario's leader of the Official Opposition during a multi-day stopover in Windsor-Essex this week on her provincewide summertime tour. "Windsor-Essex has always been a hub of hard work, but right now, too many families are being left behind," the NDP's Marit Stiles told reporters Wednesday. […]

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:52 AM Opinion: Pluralism, distinctness — let's foster Canada's most precious resource       Let's draw on our own distinct cultures, faiths, and practices to find moments of generosity

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:29 AM Carney meets with automakers as Canada's factories show tariff strain       OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney met with automotive sector CEOs Wednesday to discuss U.S. tariffs and ways to protect Canadian supply chains from the trade war with the United States. A spokeswoman for the Prime Minister's Office said the CEOs of Ford Canada, Stellantis Canada and GM Canada met with Carney, along with Brian […]

Windsor Star Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:46 AM Not on the menu — drugs, weapon seized after Windsor restaurant disturbance       Patrons at a downtown Windsor restaurant were served up more than what was on the menu during a Monday afternoon disturbance that ended with an arrest and criminal charges. A 45-year-old man faces weapon and drug charges after city police were dispatched to the hospitality business around 1 p.m. June 30, after receiving a call […]

The Province Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:00 AM Canucks Development Camp: How Riley Patterson got a leg up on demands of the game       Patterson's mom was a former athlete, has a background in sports psychology, and is a guidance counsellor. She encouraged Riley to write a journal for reflection and preparation.

Ottawa Sun Thursday, July 3, 2025 4:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Promises, Promises       Thursday, July 3: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Uranium City mines closed in 1982, people headed south       On this day in 1982, people were leaving Uranium City for new jobs and homes after the mines closed.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Five July festivals not to miss in Saskatoon       Summer festivals in Saskatoon include music, theatre, food and interactive entertainment. There's a lot you won't want to miss this month.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:24 AM Man charged with first-degree murder in relation to Grand Coulee-area homicide       The investigation was initially handled by the RCMP but turned over to the Regina Police Service before a charge was brought against Britain Volk.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:18 AM Two sent to hospital in 'critical but stable' condition after Regina house fire       A total of six people were taken to hospital and two dogs did not survive the fire.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:00 AM Davis: CFL neg lists come out of the dark; players' salaries should be next       The CFL's salary cap of $6.062 million is a vital element for constructing competitive squads.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Up Close: Meet Roughriders receiver Kian Schaffer-Baker       From how he got his start in football to working overnight shifts during the pandemic, Kian Schaffer-Baker shares his journey to the CFL.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Seeing stars: Five things to do this weekend in Regina (July 4-6)       Among the local activities and attractions on tap is a special event at the Regina observatory along with an eclectic mix of tours and markets.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM 'She wanted to help people': Mother on hunger strike at Regina landfill remembers Richele Bear       "She was always willing to help anybody, no matter what their situation was."

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:29 AM New supply management law can't save the system from Trump, experts say       A new law meant to protect supply management might not be enough to shield the system in trade talks with a Trump administration bent on eliminating it, trade experts say.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:28 AM Anti-landmine advocates ask Canada to try keeping Ukraine, others in Ottawa Treaty       Canadian advocates are urging Ottawa to protect the 1997 treaty Canada brokered to stop the use of landmines, as six countries on Europe's eastern flank move toward using the explosive weapons.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:27 AM Search for another Vancouver Island boa constrictor leads to warning about exotic pets       Inspector Drew Milne of the British Columbia Conservation Officer Service likened it to finding a needle in a haystack — the haystack being a 137-hectare park on Vancouver Island, and the needle being a 1.5-metre-long boa constrictor.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:27 AM Fewer federal bureaucrats have confidence in their bosses, survey suggests       Confidence federal public servants have in their senior managers has fallen in recent years, a new survey suggests.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:26 AM Quebec language watchdog says it's OK to use 'go' to support sports teams       Quebec's language watchdog has changed its tune on whether it's acceptable to use the word "go" to cheer on sports teams.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:25 AM Home insurance rates require more transparency from Ont. regulator: complaint       Ontario's financial services regulator should do more about rising home insurance rates linked to climate change, says a new complaint.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:09 AM To build a nation, build with nature in mind        For every dollar spent on national-interest infrastructure, a portion should be allocated to natural infrastructure.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:09 AM Four years after the heat dome, does BC need an extreme heat czar?       Four years after a heat dome killed at least 619 people across British Columbia, much work has been done to better prepare for extreme heat. It's still not enough.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:09 AM A bird murder most fowl       Habitat loss, pesticides, window collisions, house cats and climate change are taking a toll on songbird populations. But for our backyard nesters, a crow was the biggest threat.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:09 AM We're on the hunt for Canada's best splash pad       Canada's National Observer is digging into splash pads in the age of unbearably hot summers and wants to hear from you about your local splash pad. Is there one keeping you and your family cooler? What makes it great? We're on a hunt for Canada's best splashpad and will consult with experts to get to the bottom of it.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:09 AM Ucluelet Harbour Seafood fined $25,000 for polluting Barkley Sound       The BC processing plant belongs to US parent company Pacific Seafood that has a string of wastewater violations along the West Coast.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, July 3, 2025 5:09 AM Ford government proposes new powers to control who gets electricity access       The Ford government is pushing ahead with legislation that would give it sweeping new powers to decide which companies — particularly data centres — can connect to Ontario's electricity grid. Critics say the move could open the door to political interference, weaken public oversight and erode investor confidence.

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:55 AM Everything you need to know about the 2025 Stampede Parade       The Stampede Parade is the official kick-off of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, and has been since 1912. "The Stampede Parade has always been about more than just a parade — it's a vibrant tradition that brings our community together in a celebration of Western heritage, creativity and civic pride," says Stuart O'Connor, president […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:36 AM Uncertainty forecast to weigh on Calgary home sales for rest of 2025       Townhome, apartment-style condo prices expected to fall slightly, while single-family homes under $800,000 may rise, CREB predicts.

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:53 AM Bomb threats disrupt flights at six major Canadian airports including Calgary       A spokesperson for Calgary's airport said the incident had "minimal impact on regular operations."

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:41 AM Chorney-Booth: Local restaurants freshen up with new concepts and locations       The restaurant world can be a fickle industry, and Calgarians seem to be particularly guilty of constantly chasing what's trendy and new in terms of places to eat. Which is great for restaurants when they're on the receiving end of the buzz, but what's a hotspot to do when it starts to feel less hot? […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:34 AM Calgary Stampede, July 3: Sneak-a-Peek | Today's music picks | Shania Twain's career reinvention       The 2025 edition of the Calgary Stampede begins with Sneak-a-Peek today, with general admission at 5 p.m. and early access at 3 p.m.

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:10 AM Chuckwagon racing 101: What you need to know before heading to races at Calgary Stampede       Insider's guide to watching the chucks, part of the Stampede evening show

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:05 AM Cowgirl grit: More women than ever before to compete in rodeo sports at Calgary Stampede       Competitors have the opportunity to win $310,250 over ten days of competition, equal to that of the six other major rodeo events.

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Nelson: In or out? Premier must choose if Carney betrays her trust       Just as Carney can't have it both ways for much longer, neither can Smith

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Parker: Big Rock Brewery marks 40 years with bold rebrand, return of music fest       The traditional rooster as Big Rock's primary icon has been replaced by a rendering of the 18,200-ton glacial erratic near Okotoks that Ed McNally chose to name his brewery after

Calgary Herald Thursday, July 3, 2025 8:00 AM Opinion: Calgary's X-Factor for global event bids: A passionate and dedicated volunteer force       In an important time for international relations, it wasn't the G7, United Nations or NATO summits emulating peaceful fellowship among an overwhelming contingent of global representatives (140 countries to be exact). At least, not in the way the Rotary International Convention did last week in Calgary. Rotary is a global network of more than 1.2 […]

Calgary Sun Thursday, July 3, 2025 7:00 AM Letters, July 3, 2025: 'Trump rolling over Canada'       Canada's hands tied Here we go again. Donald Trump snaps his fingers, and Canada backs down. When are we going to learn? Trump has no respect for Canada now, and he's not going to develop any if we keep putting the ball in his court. Why aren't we cutting off the electricity the U.S.A. is […]

Vancouver Sun Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:47 AM Canadian airports, including YVR, returning to normal operations after early morning bomb threats       Nav Canada said the early morning threats affected airports in Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Calgary and Vancouver.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:00 AM B.C. hits LNG milestone with first export shipment from Kitimat. What's next?       First conceived of during different times, LNG Canada's first export shipment arrives just in time to fit Canada's political imperative to diversify trade away from the U.S.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:00 AM 'There's a fear of coming to America': B.C. to Washington state travel down five months in a row       Just over 118,000 B.C. cars entered Washington state at Metro crossings in June, down from 206,000 over the same period last year. Blaine's restaurants and gas stations are taking the heaviest hits.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:00 AM Following fire at legendary Vancouver boot factory, owner determined to 'build something great'       A pair of Dayton boots meant you were from Vancouver. Then came the fire: Twenty-three fire and rescue apparatus, 40 firefighters, three buildings in the 2200-block of East Hastings. Now, the toughest boot in town plans a comeback.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, July 3, 2025 9:00 AM Canada's wildfire emissions exceeded all other sources in 2023: Report       Canadian officials have warned that this year's season is on track to the second worst on record in the amount of land scorched.