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  • Toronto detects its first West Nile-positive mosquitoes of 2026. Here’s what you need to know

    What to know One batch of Toronto mosquitoes has tested positive for West Nile virus, marking the city’s first positive mosquito test of 2026. Toronto...
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  • ‘Summer? Yes, please’: Amid scorching temperatures, most Torontonians still choose extreme heat over a freezing day

    What to know Toronto Pearson recorded a temperature of 35.6 C on Tuesday afternoon, with the humidity making it feel like 45. The latest heat...
    Two women and a man being interviewed outdoors on a sunny day in Toronto, with lush green trees in the background, capturing a lively summer scene.
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  • This free Etobicoke arts festival is bringing live music, dance and food to the west end

    What to know The free, family-friendly festival runs from 3 to 6 p.m. at Michael Power Park in Etobicoke. The performance lineup includes Mohawk singer-songwriter...
    Community outdoor festival in Etobicoke with families dancing and children playing in a park setting.
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  • Vaughan’s free England vs. Argentina World Cup semi-final celebration cancelled due to wildfire smoke

    What to know Update: The free event which was scheduled to take place at Assembly Park in Vaughan on Wednesday, July 15, from noon to...
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  • ‘Future of Carnival’: Toronto’s youngest Carnival performers will fill Scarborough with colour this weekend

    What to know The Junior Carnival Parade takes place Saturday, July 18, near the Malvern Community Centre and Neilson Park in Scarborough. Children and youth...
    Young Carnival performers in vibrant costumes celebrating at Scarborough parade during Toronto's Carnival event.
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  • ‘Canada deserved women’s basketball’: Toronto Tempo make WNBA history in Montreal

    What to know The Toronto Tempo drew 20,996 fans in Montreal, breaking the previous WNBA regular-season attendance record of 20,711. Marina Mabrey and Dallas Wings...
    Toronto Tempo women's basketball team celebrating and playing in a packed arena during a historic WNBA game in Montreal.
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  • Toronto overtime and sick leave costs rose by nearly $48M in two years

    What to know Toronto’s overtime costs rose from $109.4 million in 2023 to $134.2 million in 2025. Paid sick leave costs increased from $109.2 million...
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  • Festivals and a downtown parade will shut down major Toronto roads this weekend

    What to know Gerrard Street East and St. Clair Avenue West will close for two major street festivals on Saturday and Sunday. Rolling closures will...
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  • Bought beef in Canada since 2015? You may qualify for part of an $8 million beef class-action settlement

    What to know JBS and National Beef have agreed to proposed settlements worth a combined $7,993,700. The class actions generally cover Canadians who purchased raw...
    Legal documents and fresh beef steaks on a table, highlighting a class-action settlement related to beef purchases in Canada.
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  • How Toronto went from North America’s fastest-growing region to No. 412 in just one year

    What to know Toronto ranked 412th out of 435 Canadian and U.S. metropolitan areas for population growth in 2025 after ranking first in 2024. The...
    Crowded Toronto street scene with pedestrians and city skyline in the background, showcasing urban life and population growth.
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  • No passport needed: 10 Canadian summer destinations that rival global travel hotspots

    What to know Domestic travel now accounts for one-third of Flight Centre Canada’s Canadian bookings. Peak-season domestic departures are up 17 per cent over last...
    Beautiful coastal sunset over wildflower-covered cliffs in Canada, showcasing vibrant pink and orange sky with calm waters, ideal for summer travel destinations.
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  • The first-ever dumpling festival is taking over Pacific Mall for three days this July

    What to know The Toronto World Dumpling Festival will run from July 17 to 19 at Pacific Mall in Markham. The flyer said the event...
    Crowd at Pacific Mall during the dumpling festival with festive decorations and food stalls on a sunny day.
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  • Toronto is hiring thousands of paid workers for the 2026 municipal election

    What to know Applications are now open for thousands of paid voting place jobs with Toronto Elections. Applicants must be at least 18 years old...
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  • ‘Just be yourself’: This new Oakville cafe’s creating job opportunities for people with disabilities

    An Oakville cafe and market is creating job opportunities for people with disabilities after one local mother saw her son struggle to find meaningful work...
    Diverse cafe staff with disabilities serving customers at Oakville cafe, promoting inclusivity and employment opportunities in Toronto.
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  • Renters across Canada are still feeling squeezed by high prices: poll

    What to know High rent prices remain the biggest issue, with 70 per cent of Canadian renters saying affordability is their top challenge when searching...
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