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by The Bulldog • October 17, 2017

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‘Our country is not for sale,’ Ford says as he pitches energy plan with U.S.

8 January 2025

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has outlined his proposed plan dubbed "Fortress Am-Can," calling it a "renewed strategic alliance between Canada and America." [...]

Man charged with murder after 64-year-old woman found dead in London home

8 January 2025

A suspicious death investigation has led to a murder charge after police say a 64-year-old woman was found dead in a home in northeast London. [...]

2 people charged with negligence in death of nine-month-old Ontario baby: police

8 January 2025

Ontario Provincial Police say two people have been charged in the death of an infant on Saugeen First Nation nearly two years ago. [...]

Strike averted as Ontario college faculty union, employers enter binding arbitration

8 January 2025

The bargaining agent for Ontario's 24 public colleges and the union representing faculty have agreed to enter into binding arbitration, avoiding a strike. [...]

Ontario could allow long-term care homes to skip planning rules to boost bed count

8 January 2025

The change could come as Ontario experiences "capacity pressures" on its existing stock of long-term care homes, including the closure of some facilities. [...]

Man pleads guilty to 2 counts of indignity to a dead body relating to missing Ontario couple

8 January 2025

The pair were reported missing on Sept. 19, 2021, by a family member who said they failed to show up for a dinner the night before. [...]

Toronto transit fares to be frozen as subway, streetcar frequency improves

7 January 2025

On Tuesday, the TTC unveiled its proposed 2025 budget with new spending, increased frequency across the network and a promise not to raise the cost for riders. [...]

Ontario pitches energy partnership amid Trump's threats of tariffs, Canada acquisition

8 January 2025

In the face of incoming U.S. president Donald Trump’s threat to acquire Canada, Ontario Premier Doug Ford is touting the strength of the province's energy supply to generate revenue and [...]

Minister LeBlanc not running for Liberal leadership, as caucus meets for first time since Trudeau resignation

8 January 2025

Longtime cabinet minister Dominic LeBlanc will not be running to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as head of the Liberals. He announced his decision in a statement posted to social [...]

150 workers terminated after Canada-based company behind listeria outbreak files for creditor protection

8 January 2025

Roughly 150 workers at a Canada-based beverage manufacturing and packaging company are demanding answers after recently losing their jobs without warning. [...]

Manhattan has implemented a congestion toll. Should Toronto think about it too?

8 January 2025

Manhattan has become the latest city to introduce a congestion toll as New York struggles to manage the growing volume of vehicular traffic in the city. Should Toronto try one [...]

'What are we talking about?' Trump's 'economic force' comments cause worry, disbelief

8 January 2025

Incoming U.S. president Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric around implementing tariffs on Canadian products are sparking worry and disbelief, though some of the companies potentially most affected are staying quiet. [...]

Strike averted as Ontario college faculty union, employers enter binding arbitration

8 January 2025

The bargaining agent for Ontario's 24 public colleges and the union representing faculty have agreed to enter into binding arbitration, avoiding a strike. [...]

2 men wanted in stabbing that sent 1 to hospital in midtown Toronto

8 January 2025

Police are searching for two men wanted in connection with a stabbing in midtown Toronto earlier this month. [...]

Ford pitches ambitious energy plan in effort to stave off Trump tariffs

8 January 2025

Premier Doug Ford is pitching an enhanced energy partnership between Canada and the U.S. as part of a broader effort to stave off tariff threats from president-elect Donald Trump. [...]

GO trains are blaring horns in Markham again. Residents say it's unacceptable

8 January 2025

A group of Markham residents say they want Metrolinx and the city to silence train whistles. The transit agency has brought back the horns after years of quiet, following a [...]

New ROM exhibit examines the history and legacy of Auschwitz

8 January 2025

A new exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum called "Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away." examines the history and legacy of Germany's largest concentration camp. It opens ahead of [...]

Strike averted as Ontario college faculty union, employers enter binding arbitration

8 January 2025

The bargaining agent for Ontario's 24 public colleges and the union representing faculty have agreed to enter into binding arbitration, avoiding a strike. [...]

Business leaders, farmers in Ontario say next PM needs to act quickly amid Trump threats

8 January 2025

Representatives for Ontario farmers and businesses say Canada's next leader needs to take quick action and prioritize the economy in the face of tariff threats by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump. [...]

String of break-ins puts west-end Toronto shop owners on high alert

8 January 2025

A wave of break-ins has put some shop owners in Toronto's west end on high alert, and police have released images of the two people they believe are responsible for six [...]

Dozens attend vigil for victims of Flight PS752 shot down 5 years ago over Tehran

8 January 2025

Dozens of people gathered in Richmond Hill on Tuesday to remember the 176 people who died when Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was shot down by two Iranian missiles five [...]

Pregnancy no longer considered an 'injury' in Canadian sports as funding improved for expecting athletes

8 January 2025

After a remarkable year for women in sport, moms and mom-to-be athletes in Canada can head into the new year confident that pregnancy will no longer lead to financial drawbacks. [...]

Penny Oleksiak sits down with Brittany MacLean and recounts 2016 Rio Olympics

8 January 2025

At the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Penny Oleksiak become a star, winning four medals, including one gold. [...]

Auger-Aliassime advances to Adelaide quarterfinals

8 January 2025

Seeded fifth and heavily favoured to win, Felix Auger-Aliassime of Canada had to dig deep on Tuesday to avoid another ATP Tour upset. [...]

Indoor golf league created by Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy has loud, swift debut match

8 January 2025

Tomorrow's Golf League made its debut Tuesday night, with Shane Lowry, Wyndham Clark and Aberg of The Bay Golf Club prevailing in a 15-hole, high tech match at the SoFi [...]

B.C. basketball team to skip games over alleged mistreatment of trans player

8 January 2025

A group of collegiate basketball players in B.C. say they will not play a pair of games against another team in their division this weekend due to alleged verbal and [...]

Emily Clark lifts Ottawa Charge past New York Sirens

8 January 2025

Emily Clark scored midway through the second period to give Ottawa a two-goal advantage, goalkeeper Emerance Maschmeyer made 21 saves, and the Charge held off the New York Sirens 3-2 [...]

Golf's new indoor league is set to tee off — here's what to know

7 January 2025

CBC Sports' daily newsletter presents a primer on TGL, the brand-new, tech-infused indoor golf league for top PGA Tour pros. [...]

Beija Flor Bouquets preserves floral memories

1 January 2025

Twenty years ago, while travelling to exotic locales, Davida Vineberg saw beautiful flowers that had been preserved for future enjoyment. She was so mesmerized by these bouquets that she can’t [...]

ÜNI Learn Play Café offers a unique hub for families

1 January 2025

In March 2024, Melissa Saunders realized her dream of creating a space where both children and adults can enjoy educational experiences and make new friends, called ÜNI Learn Play Café, [...]

Fitter and stronger for 2025 with Eleanor Feetham

1 January 2025

If your New Year’s resolution is to be fitter and stronger, local Leasider Eleanor Feetham’s got you covered. Based in Leaside, Eleanor Feetham, owner of E-Fitness (E-Fitness.ca), offers a variety [...]

Young Poet’s Corner

1 January 2025

Welcome to the Young Poet’s Corner! Here, we share poems from students at Leaside High School, either members of the school’s Young Writers Club or students in the school’s Writers [...]

Ramona’s warms the community with comfort food

1 January 2025

Leasiders have embraced a popular Thornhill restaurant, which opened at 1608 Bayview Ave. in May 2023. Fans of Ramona’s, who had been making the trek to the original location, which [...]

Hitting the ground running

1 January 2025

It is a thrill to be writing my first column in Leaside Life as your new City Councillor for Ward 15 – Don Valley West. After serving six years as [...]

Editor’s Welcome January 2025

1 January 2025

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AppleFest – October 19th, 2024

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Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 15th, 2024

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Saturday, June 15th between 10:30am – 4:00pm [...]

Santa & Carollers Coming to Town!

7 November 2023

Saturday, December 2nd & 9th between 12:30pm-3:30pm [...]

AppleFest October 14th, 2023

1 September 2023

Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 17th, 2023

19 April 2023

Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program

1 March 2023

Now Open! New Businesses on Bayview

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Chanukah Menorah Lighting

28 December 2024

Come celebrate Chanukah in Mount Pleasant Village! Everyone's invited to our Menorah lighting Sat. Dec. 28 at 7:30PM [...]

13th Mount Pleasant Village Harvest Fair!

12 September 2024

Bring the whole fam to Mount Pleasant Village's Harvest Fair Sept 21. Shop the Sidewalk Sale and enjoy a day of entertainment, activities and fun! [...]

Tapestry Opera

8 September 2024

Enjoy the delightful music of Tapestry Opera in an intimate performance on MPV's Curbside Stage. [...]

Mount Pleasant Village Comedy Festival

22 June 2024

Toronto's top comics will have you rolling in the aisles! Come out and enjoy these hilarious stand-up and improv shows all summer long. [...]

Celebrate Canada!

25 May 2024

Sidewalk Sale & Neighbourhood Party - FREE family fun with music, prizes, shows and acticities for kids. [...]

Pleasant Present Contest

19 May 2024

SHOP MORE... DINE MORE... Upload a receipt for your chance to WIN a $100 MPV Gift Card! [...]

Mother’s Day 2024

11 May 2024

Pick up an extra special gift for Mom and treat her to a delicious meal she'll remember! [...]

Yonge Street busy!

8 January 2025

Cars and trucks are using the street. Not a bicycle to be seen! After all, it's quite cold!More books on the MacPherson box! New ones keep being added.More great clothes [...]

It's dog time!

7 January 2025

The lady is crossing on Roxborough in a great coat with her dog!They are on MacPherson with the lovely dogs!Canada Post is working again! This one parked on MacPherson! [...]

It's on Roxborough!

6 January 2025

Even looks ready to open! It's best to be safe!Available on Roxborough. Someone will take all that stuff.New books available on MacPherson. [...]

Christmas trees going out!

5 January 2025

People are putting them out and will be taken away by the City.There are not too many in the neighbourhood.Another thing put out to be picked up! [...]

It has snow!

4 January 2025

The car must have come in from somewhere. There has been no such snow on Roxborough.Available for pickup by anyone on Roxborough.More things to be picked up by anyone! There [...]

Sometimes no cars!

4 January 2025

Some during the day there are no cars along Molson! People are likely shopping somewhere or leaving for a day or so. It's been cold but no snow or rain [...]

Coffee place at Yonge and St. Clair

3 January 2025

There is actually a Starbucks at Yonge and St. Clair as well as some others!Still working at Yonge and Roxborough where a place is going up.It's going up Yonge Street [...]

Concert Properties proposes 32, 37, and 43 storeys for former Sunnybrook Plaza site

2 January 2025

Concert Properties has recently submitted a proposal to the City of Toronto for the former Sunnybrook Plaza site that greatly exceeds the size and density of the original proposals for [...]

Mayor Chow proposing big change that would see buildings go up all over Toronto

13 November 2024

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Rachel Chernos Lin Wins Don Valley West By-Election

6 November 2024

Rachel Chernos Lin has won the Don Valley West by-election with nearly 55 percent of the vote, beating competitor Anthony Furey by more than 20 points in what began as [...]

Vote November 4, 2024 – Ward 15 By-Election

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The Ward 15 By-Election set for November 4, 2024, will decide on a candidate to succeed Councillor Jaye Robinson as Ward 15 representative on City Council. Voting places will be open [...]

Province releases Therme deal details, while 865 trees are bulldozed at Ontario Place

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Under cover of darkness, Infrastructure Ontario began the removal of 865 trees at Ontario Place on the evening of Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Within a single day, workers had cut [...]

Rachel Chernos Lin

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I want to make a difference in people’s lives. I want to make sure we have safe, clean, accessible, affordable, and friendly neighbourhoods where communities and businesses can thrive. [...]

Habiba Desai

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As a dedicated advocate for community safety and development, I am running for City Councillor in Ward 15 to address key issues affecting residents’ quality of life. My platform focuses [...]

Don Valley West By-election – Virtual Candidates’ Meeting

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A Toronto City Council by-election will be held in Don Valley West on Monday, November 4, 2024 to replace long-time councillor Jaye Robinson. SEDRA has joined with many other residents’ [...]

Candidate Answers – Don Valley West By-election

26 September 2024

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What Did Davisville Do Wrong?

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We get used to the status quo, for the most part. Things are as they are, especially if they were in place when we first arrived in an area. The [...]

City By-election in Don Valley West

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A Toronto City Council by-election will be held in Don Valley West on Monday, November 4, 2024 to replace long-time councillor Jaye Robinson. Voters already have 15 candidates to choose [...]

Davisville Traffic Safety Proposal

19 June 2024

For several years, SEDRA has been working with Councillor Josh Matlow, City of Toronto staff, TDSB Trustee Shelley Laskin, TDSB staff, and community members on improving safety for pedestrians on [...]

Federal By-election in Toronto-St. Paul’s

18 June 2024

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Construction of Davisville Community & Aquatic Centre

17 June 2024

Construction will begin soon for the City of Toronto’s Aquatic Centre, being built on the southwest corner of Davisville-Spectrum school site, steps away from the Davisville subway station. The TDSB [...]

Toronto city council passes plan to entice developers to build rental homes

15 November 2024

Toronto city council has approved a plan to support the building of 20,000 new rental homes in the city. The plan, approved Wednesday by a vote of 23 to 1, would see [...]

Mayor Chow proposing big change that would see buildings go up all over Toronto

13 November 2024

Mayor Olivia Chow has proposed a major change to the process of how housing is built in Toronto, one that would allow a new generation of buildings to pop up [...]

Rachel Chernos Lin Wins Don Valley West By-Election

8 November 2024

Rachel Chernos Lin has won the Don Valley West by-election with nearly 55 percent of the vote, beating competitor Anthony Furey by more than 20 points in what began as [...]

Heritage planning and designation

30 October 2024

FoNTRA recognizes the immense challenge imposed by the provincial government’s deadline for designation of listed properties, and the threat to loss of Toronto’s cultural heritage. We strongly support the City’s [...]

Improving Community Consultation – Housing Action Plan

30 October 2024

FoNTRA requeststhat consideration of the report be deferred to allow for proper communication, engagement and consultation for its proposals and recommendations. FoNTRA supports the objectives of the Housing Action Plan, [...]

Over 850 trees bulldozed at Ontario Place under cover of darkness, as Province releases Therme lease details

6 October 2024

Under cover of darkness, Infrastructure Ontario began the removal of 865 trees at Ontario Place on the evening of Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Within a single day, workers had cut [...]

Rachel Chernos Lin

24 September 2024

I want to make a difference in people's lives. I want to make sure we have safe, clean, accessible, affordable, and friendly neighbourhoods where communities and businesses can thrive. [...]

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