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by The Bulldog • January 31, 2018

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9 March 2026

Popular swan parade in Stratford, Ont. cancelled to ‘reduce the stress’ on birds

A popular springtime event in Stratford, Ont., has been cancelled by the city to 'reduce the stress' on the fixture’s icons. [...]

Crown in Frank Stronach trial only proceeding with 7 of 12 original charges

9 March 2026

The defence is expected to start making its case Monday in the sexual assault trial of Canadian auto parts magnate Frank Stronach. [...]

Ontario health agency vendor suffered major ransomware attack in 2025

9 March 2026

Ontario Health atHome came under scrutiny last year after one of its vendors was hit by a cyberattack that was kept under wraps for months. We now know the attack [...]

Ryan Nembhard learning from legendary Jason Kidd

9 March 2026

Ryan Nembhard's had many great influences in his basketball career. His father Claude is the chief executive officer of the Ontario Basketball Association, his brother Andrew is the starting point [...]

Barrett’s season-high 31 leads Raptors past Mavs

9 March 2026

RJ Barrett of Mississauga, Ont., had a season-high 31 points to lead the Toronto Raptors in a 122-92 rout of the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday. [...]

OPP say they rescued 23 people after ice shelf broke from Georgian Bay shore

8 March 2026

Members from the Grey-Bruce detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police say they received a report of numerous people becoming stranded Sunday afternoon. [...]

Hamilton police urge safety after 6 people fall through ice

8 March 2026

Hamilton police are urging people not to go on frozen waterways as temperatures rise, saying it puts not only those on the ice in danger but also those who try [...]

Toronto man, 50, faces new charges for child sexual abuse material

9 March 2026

A 50-year-old man from Toronto who was arrested last month for allegedly luring children online for sexual purposes is facing new charges, according to police. Authorities in Niagara and Peel [...]

Significant rainfall across the GTA starting Tuesday night could cause flooding

9 March 2026

Most of southern Ontario including the GTA is bracing for significant rainfall starting Tuesday night that could cause localized flooding in some areas. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued [...]

Hamilton resident charged with allegedly threatening Premier Doug Ford

9 March 2026

For the second time in the last few days an Ontario resident has been charged with allegedly directing threats at Premier Doug Ford. Last week Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged [...]

Automaker allowed more tariff-free U.S. imports due to higher Canadian production

9 March 2026

OTTAWA — Ottawa is letting an unnamed automaker import a higher quota of U.S.-made vehicles without tariffs because the company is selling and making more cars in Canada than first [...]

2 men charged after several payment-skimming machines allegedly found at Clarington gas station

9 March 2026

Durham Regional Police officers say the incident happened at a gas station on Highways 35 and 115 in Clarington on March 3, 2026. [...]

Toronto Film Critics Association aims to bring members back after mass resignations over Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers’ edited speech

9 March 2026

TORONTO — The Toronto Film Critics Association says it will make changes to its awards process in an effort to bring back members who resigned en masse over the editing [...]

Man in custody after driving snow removal vehicle into SickKids Hospital: police

9 March 2026

A man is in police custody after a snow removal vehicle crashed into the ambulance bay at SickKids Hospital Monday afternoon. Authorities say the vehicle was unattended when an unknown [...]

Ford defends health-care record as hospitals say financial 'crisis' is coming

9 March 2026

Premier Doug Ford is defending his government’s health-care record ahead of his eighth budget, even as the province’s hospitals say they face a billion-dollar structural funding deficit. [...]

Pre-clearance now available at Billy Bishop airport for passengers flying to U.S. from downtown Toronto

9 March 2026

Starting Tuesday, politicians and officials say travellers headed to the U.S. from the island airport in downtown Toronto will now be able to go through customs before departing. [...]

Crown to withdraw another 2 charges in sexual assault trial of Frank Stronach

9 March 2026

Two more charges will be withdrawn in the sexual assault trial of Frank Stronach, meaning the Canadian businessman is now facing seven counts, down from the original 12. [...]

'Shaken to our core': Jewish community urges action against antisemitism after GTA synagogue shootings

8 March 2026

Jewish community members are calling on the Canadian government and residents to take a stance against hate and antisemitism after three synagogues were hit by gunfire this week in the [...]

Voting begins for new federal NDP leader as Lewis dominates fundraising

9 March 2026

New Democrats have begun casting their votes with five candidates vying for the job to succeed Jagmeet Singh. New fundraising numbers show candidate Avi Lewis's efforts far surpass any of [...]

It’s the Eglinton LRT’s one-month anniversary. How do riders think it’s holding up so far?

8 March 2026

It’s officially been one month since the Toronto Transit Commission’s Eglinton Crosstown Light-Rail Transit line launched and while many commuters say the ride has been smooth thus far, some believe [...]

Two teenagers wanted for 1st-degree murder in connection with shootings in Vaughan, Etobicoke: police

3 March 2026

Police are still looking for one of two teenagers wanted on Canada-wide warrants in connection with fatal, "brazen daylight" shootings that took place in Vaughan and Etobicoke earlier this year. [...]

Canada's Kalle Eriksson, guide Sierra Smith earn super-G bronze for 2nd medal of Milano-Cortina Paralympics

9 March 2026

Canadian Para alpine skier Kalle Eriksson and guide Sierra Smith continued their impressive Paralympic debut on Monday by racing to bronze in the men's visually impaired super-G for their second [...]

Matt Dunstone captures 1st Brier title, defeating 4-time champion Kevin Koe

9 March 2026

Matt Dunstone and his Manitoba curling team won the Canadian men's championship on Sunday evening, defeating Alberta's Kevin Koe 6-3 in St. John's. [...]

Wilkie captures Canada's 1st gold of Milano-Cortina Paralympics, wins women's standing biathlon

8 March 2026

Natalie Wilkie won Canada's first gold medal of the Milano-Cortina Paralympics, topping the podium in the women's standing 12.5-kilometre biathlon on Sunday. [...]

How polar geopolitics are creeping into the Arctic Winter Games

9 March 2026

Athletes might be the stars of the show, but the Arctic Winter Games can't escape politics. The games kicked off on Sunday with the flyover of a CF-18 fighter jet [...]

Russian anthem plays at Paralympics for 1st time in 12 years after Voronchikhina takes super-G gold

9 March 2026

Russia's national anthem rang out at the Paralympics for the first time in more than a decade after Para alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina won gold on Monday. The 23-year-old Voronchikhina, [...]

Trump calls on Australia to give asylum to Iranian women's soccer team

9 March 2026

President Donald Trump said Monday that Australia's prime minister is helping Iran's women's national soccer team after Trump urged the U.S. ally to grant the players asylum rather than send [...]

Saskatchewan women successfully defend U Sports basketball title, beating UNB

9 March 2026

The Saskatchewan Huskies defended their U Sports national women's basketball title on Sunday with a 77-68 victory over the University of New Brunswick Reds in Quebec City. Buoyed by Aubrey [...]

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Apple Fest – October 18th, 2025

20 August 2025

Save the Date! [...]

Sidewalk Sensation – June 14th, 2025

13 March 2025

Save the Date! [...]

AppleFest – October 19th, 2024

4 September 2024

Saturday, October 19th between 10:30am – 3:00pm [...]

Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 15th, 2024

30 April 2024

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

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!

21 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! Supported by My Main Street [...]

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! [...]

Looking good!

9 March 2026

Seen in at MacPherson!Looking good to walk out! [...]

Mitfar gets the most people!

8 March 2026

It's a nice place to use the stuff Mitfar offers!People do like to taste the stuff in the nice place!It's a good place to take place in our area! [...]

Nice dog!

7 March 2026

A lot of nice dogs in our area! [...]

Building on Roxborough

6 March 2026

A new building will be coming up!A lot of work being down below on MacPherson! [...]

He was at Mitfar with his people!

5 March 2026

Looks great! Doesn't he?Those were the people with him! [...]

Mitfar is enjoyed!

4 March 2026

It noted three memories! It's liked by many in our area. [...]

Walking down MacPherson

3 March 2026

. . . with two nice dogs! [...]

Protecting the Ontario Science Centre Building

14 December 2025

The LRA supports Councillor Matlow’s motion that City Council: request the Province of Ontario to provide a comprehensive update on the condition and status of repairs of the Ontario Science [...]

Ontario Line Construction

4 December 2025

We applaud Metrolinx' 4th quarter update report on the Ontario Line construction in North York, in being comprehensive and inclusive of the status of all parts of the program. Going [...]

Ward 15 Town Hall – November 25

13 November 2025

You are invited to the Councillor’s next Ward 15 Town Hall meeting: Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Leaside Memorial Gardens, William Lea Room 1073 Millwood Rd. Transportation [...]

849 Eglinton Ave. E. Community Meeting

23 June 2025

Zoom WebinarJune 26 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.Developer PEM Eglinton LP is hosting an applicant-led Community Meeting to discuss the updated plans for the redevelopment of 849 Eglinton Avenue East into a [...]

Jane’s Walk heads to Bennington Heights

29 April 2025

Join LRA President Geoff Kettel and Mitch Bubuji as they lead a Jane's Walk through Bennington Heights. When: Sunday, May 4, 2 p.m. Where: Meet at Evergreen Gardens Park - just west [...]

April 14 Candidates Meeting

25 April 2025

Monday, April 14, 7 p.m.William Lea RoomLeaside Memorial Community Gardens1073 Millwood RoadDoors open at 6:30 p.m. Agenda items include a resolution to expand the area served by the Leaside Residents [...]

April 14 Annual & Special Meeting & Candidates Meeting

13 April 2025

TDSB under provincial rule: A parent perspective

19 December 2025

Image Credit: TDSB- Planned Addition By Mary Turcotte, SEDRA Board Member It was June 27, 2025. The school year was ending and my focus was shifting to upcoming summer plans [...]

Davisville Village development

17 October 2025

Big, bold and everywhere throughout Davisville Village. This 3D rendering shows the state of play for developments throughout our catchment. [...]

Scrambled Thinking at Yonge and Eglinton?

30 September 2025

For several years, there has been interest in adding a pedestrian scramble to the intersection of Yonge and Eglinton. It is one of the busiest intersections in the city of [...]

Action Alert – Community Consultation – 77 Davisville Ave

12 September 2025

Photo Credit: City of Toronto Community Consultation Registration Page There is an upcoming Community Consultation around the rezoning application that has been submitted to the City of Toronto for [...]

Davisville School PXO? No No No

12 September 2025

What is a PXO? It is the acronym for a Pedestrian Crossover, as described here on the City of Toronto’s website. For several years, SEDRA, Councillor Matlow, and community members [...]

56 Storeys on Soudan

20 June 2025

The City of Toronto has received a development proposal for a 56 storey building on a site at 148-158 Soudan Avenue. The City Planning department will hold an online community [...]

SEDRA AGM – May 6, 2025

5 May 2025

Tomorrow, May 6, 2025 is SEDRA’s 2025 Annual General Meeting and you’re invited! Our AGM will be held in-person at Greenwood College School, 443 Mt. Pleasant (at Davisville) Doors open [...]

Some of Toronto’s most historic buildings may be at risk of demolition as clock ticks

7 February 2026

Almost all 3,600 listed heritage properties in Toronto — including several national historic sites, and the Gibraltar Point lighthouse — are about to lose their protection against demolition and redevelopment, [...]

Provincial overreach

14 December 2025

Toronto, along with municipalities across Ontario, has suffered an avalanche of provincial laws, regulations, and policies affecting planning and development, all without prior consultation or engagement with the City of [...]

Growing space for trees: : Protecting and enhancing the tree canopy while supporting infill housing and addressing concerns with iceberg homes – Recommendation Report

2 December 2025

We strongly support the Growing Space for Trees concept and the proposed policy direction intended to (a) protect and enhance the tree canopy while supporting Infill Housing and (b) address [...]

Housing Action Plan: Avenues Policy Review Phase 2, Wards 9 & 11

2 December 2025

The report, dealing with Wards 9 and 11, represents the first stage in the implementation of the Avenues Policy Review to “modernize” policies and zoning to enable mid-rise buildings along [...]

Major Transit Station Areas (MTSAs) & Protected Major Transit Station Areas (PMTSAs) in-effect

22 November 2025

On August 15, 2025, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing approved six OPAs bringing new policies for 25 MTSAs and 95 PMTSAs into force and effect. The Minister’s Decisions [...]

Retail on major streets

13 November 2025

The initiative would permit a range of businesses with patios, including cafés, restaurants, bars, retail stores, and professional offices. This would apply residential properties currently located on Major Streets, and [...]

Annual General Meeting 2025 and Monthly General Meeting

8 May 2025

We invite all members of FoNTRA to the Annual General Meeting. We encourage all member organizations to register for the AGM with Eventbrite to assist us in managing the attendee [...]

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