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by The Bulldog • October 17, 2021

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Ontario’s new mining bill is a ‘vendetta’ against species at risk: environmentalists

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Ontario is moving to gut protections for endangered plants and animals as part of a mining bill, environmental groups say. [...]

Hudson’s Bay liquidation begins at final stores with markdowns of up to 70 per cent

25 April 2025

Liquidation sales at Hudson's Bay's remaining stores got underway this morning with a hearty showing from customers who revelled in discounts of up to 70 per cent. [...]

3 arrested after Ontario teen robbed of her puppy while out for walk

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Police in Windsor, Ont., say they have arrested two men and a teen girl after another teen was robbed of her puppy as they were out for a walk in [...]

Detroit woman faces deportation after wrong turn at Canada-U.S. border

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The woman, originally from Guatemala, says she and her 2 U.S.-born children were detained for nearly a week by customs agents. [...]

Video shows moment Ontario homeowner scared off 4 armed home invaders

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A video shared by South Simcoe Police shows the moment four armed home invaders broke down the door of a Bradford West Gwillimbury home earlier this week. [...]

Ontario judge declares mistrial in world junior sex assault case

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An Ontario judge has declared a mistrial in the high-profile sexual assault case involving five former members of Canada’s world junior hockey team. [...]

Ontario-born cardinal among conclave to select Pope Francis’s successor

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Cardinal Thomas Collins is one of five cardinals currently in Rome from Canada. This will be just the second time in Collins' life he'll be involved in selecting a new [...]

3 wanted in connection to Scarborough sex assault and distraction theft investigation

25 April 2025

Three women are wanted in connection to a sexual assault and distraction theft investigation in Scarborough. Between June 2024 and April 2025, there were five incidents in which the suspects [...]

Environmental groups warn Ontario’s new mining bill threatens endangered species protections

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Ontario is moving to gut protections for endangered plants and animals as part of a mining bill, environmental groups say, with some calling it the most comprehensive attack on the [...]

ICE is reversing termination of legal status for international students around US, lawyer says

25 April 2025

The federal government is reversing the termination of legal status for international students after many filed court challenges around the U.S., a government lawyer said Friday. Judges around the country [...]

Quebec government says ‘Go Habs Go!’ expression is part of province’s identity

25 April 2025

MONTREAL — The Quebec government has stepped in to defend the phrase “Go Habs Go!” French-language Minister Jean-François Roberge says the slogan is part of the DNA and identity of [...]

Ontario’s new mining bill is a ‘vendetta’ against species at risk: environmentalists

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TORONTO — Ontario is moving to gut protections for endangered plants and animals as part of a mining bill, environmental groups say, with some calling it the most comprehensive attack [...]

Man accused of sexual assault on bus in Richmond Hill

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A man is facing a sexual assault charge from an incident on a bus in Richmond Hill. A victim contacted police on Monday, April 21, alleging that they were travelling [...]

A $789 Uber ride to go 0.03 km? Woman battling Uber after account hacked

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Symone Somerville starts her workday long before the sun rises at 4:30 a.m. She’s in her 20s and for safety reasons has relied on Uber drivers to get her to [...]

These are the top 10 ridings to watch in Toronto and the GTA

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If Mark Carney is to lead his Liberal Party to its fourth straight term in government, seats in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area will form the backbone of his [...]

After mistrial, jury selection restarts for new sexual assault trial for 5 ex-world junior hockey players

25 April 2025

Jury selection began anew in London, Ont., on Friday for the trial of five former world junior hockey players accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a hotel room in [...]

Liquidation begins at remaining Hudson's Bay stores, including Toronto flagship

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Liquidation sales at Hudson's Bay's remaining stores got underway this morning with a hearty showing from customers who revelled in discounts of up to 70 per cent. [...]

Former Metrolinx fare inspector says protecting accessible parking not a priority for agency

25 April 2025

Two months after CBC Toronto reported on GO Station parking spots reserved for people with disabilities being misused, a former Metrolinx worker is speaking out, saying protecting the spots was [...]

Motorcyclist in life-threatening condition after colliding with vehicle in Mississauga

25 April 2025

A motorcyclist is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after colliding with a vehicle in Mississauga on Friday morning, police say. [...]

Canada election: Poilievre pitches '100 days of change' while Singh defends propping up previous government

25 April 2025

Mistrial declared in sex assault case against 5 ex-world junior hockey players in London, Ont.

25 April 2025

Superior Court Justice Maria Carroccia has declared a mistrial in the case against five former world junior hockey players accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a London, Ont., hotel [...]

After mistrial, jury selection restarts for new sexual assault trial for 5 ex-world junior hockey players

25 April 2025

Jury selection began anew in London, Ont., on Friday for the trial of five former world junior hockey players accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a hotel room in [...]

What you need to know about (and how to watch) Diamond League track & field

25 April 2025

Some of the world's best track and field athletes will compete in the latest season of the Diamond League. Here's what you need to know as the 2025 series get [...]

Canada's Auger-Aliassime ousted in straight sets at Madrid Open

25 April 2025

Montreal's Felix Auger-Aliassime is out of the Madrid Open after a straight-set loss to Argentina's Juan Manuel Cerundolo, 7-6 (7), 6-4, in the Round of 64 on Friday. [...]

Maple Leafs take 3-0 lead over Senators in Battle of Ontario

25 April 2025

The Maple Leafs are one victory away from another Battle of Ontario triumph — and a trip to the second round of the NHL playoffs. [...]

Hats fly, Hellebuyck yanked, as Blues pound Jets 7-2 to win Game 3 in St. Louis

25 April 2025

Pavel Buchnevich scored three goals for his first career playoff hat trick and added an assist as the St. Louis Blues beat the Winnipeg Jets 7-2 in Game 3 of [...]

French skier, 18, dies after crash in training at Val d'Isere

25 April 2025

A promising 18-year-old French skier has died during an accident in training, the national ski federation said. It said Margot Simond died on Thursday at Val d'Isere. [...]

Canada looking for 1st mixed doubles curling world championship

24 April 2025

Olympic qualification points are also on the line for Canadian team of Jocelyn Peterman and Brett Gallant as they head to New Brunswick for the World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship, [...]

The Ghost Party – Young Poet’s Corner May 2025

1 May 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 [...]

Taking action at City Hall to protect Torontonians

1 May 2025

In response to the threat of American tariffs, we are doing our part at the City of Toronto to take action and protect our economy as part of the overall [...]

Protected: A Walking Tour of Bennington Heights

1 May 2025

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: A Walking Tour of Bennington Heights appeared first on Leaside Life. [...]

Honouring Bill Pashby, helping make Leaside strong and Canada proud

1 May 2025

On the last Saturday in March, the sun shone brightly as guests walked to the William Lea Room in the Leaside Arena to celebrate the 80th birthday of one of [...]

Patriotism from the past

1 May 2025

This Centennial celebration poem appeared originally in the Toronto Telegram on July 1, 1967 and the Leaside Advertiser on July 13th that year. The praise of Canada, with writing style [...]

Leasiders unleashed their patriotism during Canada’s Centennial

1 May 2025

Recent tariff actions by the U.S. government have triggered a wave of national pride among Canadians. Similar outpourings of patriotism occurred during World War II and following Canada’s victory in [...]

And speaking of elections….

1 May 2025

For any proud Canadian, it’s not hard to notice that we’re currently facing a challenge to our very sovereignty. But while we navigate the aggressive tactics of the new administration [...]

Sidewalk Sensation – June 14th, 2025

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Santa & Carollers Coming to Town!

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

AppleFest October 14th, 2023

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Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 17th, 2023

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Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program

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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!

21 September 2024

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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! [...]

FIATs on MacPherson!

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Pest control!

24 April 2025

A pest control truck on MacPherson. It's needed from time to time at houses.A fireplace truck from experts on MacPherson. Fixing one up in a house.Offered on a place on [...]

Long held restaurant!

23 April 2025

The restaurant on Dupont, known as Vesta Lunch, has been there forever and is open 24 hours! It will end at some point."Kitchen Table" on Dupont is also open all [...]

Election time!

22 April 2025

Advance votes could have been held on Monday and a couple of days before at University-Rosedale at offices close to Yonge and Bloor. Now the election day is Monday, April [...]

Seen on MacPherson . . .

21 April 2025

Noting Easter at a MacPherson house!A Roxborough place that always gives out bottles for the bottle takers!Noted for dog lovers and dogs themselves! [...]

Tennis courts!

20 April 2025

Bill McLaughlin sent the photo of the tennis courts being fixed at the Ramsden Park last week. [...]

Fun is coming!

20 April 2025

It happens each year! Good thing it's back!Available on Roxborough. Things being put out again!Walking on Roxborough. [...]

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

Apply by March 17 to join Leaside Memorial Arena Board

18 February 2025

Local residents are needed to serve on the Leaside Memorial Community Gardens Arena Board. The Board is looking for individuals with a background in law, human resources, non-profit leadership, sports [...]

Provincial Election 2025

16 February 2025

Election Day: Thursday, February 27, 2025, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Advance Polls: Thursday, February 20 - Saturday, February 22, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. See ElectionsOntario to check voter [...]

Ward 11 TDSB Trustee by-election

16 February 2025

Election to fill vacant Ward 11 Trustee seat (same boundaries as City of Toronto Ward 15, Don Valley West) Election Day: Monday, March 3, 2025, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. [...]

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

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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 [...]

What Kind of City are We Building?

28 March 2025

By Jeff Latto, Chair of SEDRA’s Tall/Mid-Rise Working Group This is a question worth asking ourselves from time to time. It’s a question worth asking a lot these days as [...]

Davisville Avenue Reimagined – Safer and Better

27 March 2025

Real progress is being made on improving Davisville Avenue, with the goal of making it safer and more usable for all. The City has scheduled improvements to be completed in [...]

Election Fever

26 March 2025

It’s elections, elections all around. In addition to the Don Valley West By-elections for City Councillor and then TDSB Trustee, we had a provincial election. Now we are in the [...]

Don Valley West By-election – Virtual Candidates’ Meeting

9 October 2024

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

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. In order to help inform voters about [...]

What Did Davisville Do Wrong?

12 September 2024

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

11 September 2024

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 [...]

Have your federal riding boundaries changed?

4 April 2025

In 2023 the federal riding boundaries were redrawn, and they now no longer correspond to the provincial riding boundaries (as they formerly did). "A redistribution of federal electoral districts ("ridings") began in [...]

Ontario Place sewer plan an environmental disaster

27 January 2025

We are writing in opposition to the Ontario Government’s combined sewer overflow work (CSO) at 955 Lakeshore Boulevard West (Ontario Place) that has the clear potential to spread polluted water, [...]

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, [...]

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