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    Sidra Jafri

    Sidra graduated from the Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) School of Journalism in 2021. She’s previously worked as an editorial assistant and associate producer at CBC News Network and CBC Toronto. She also worked at CBC Edmonton and CBC News Syndication before joining CTV Kitchener as a multimedia journalist. In her free time, Sidra enjoys exploring new experiences within her city, writing and performing spoken word poetry and adding more movies to her watchlist.

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    What to know TIFF has announced its first three films for the 51st festival: Being Heumann (opening night), Prima Facie, and South Korean political thriller...
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  • ‘Confidence is tied to demand’: Why many Ontario businesses aren’t hiring despite Canada’s job market stabilizing in June

    What to know Canada's unemployment rate fell to 6.5 per cent in June while the employment rate rose slightly to 60.8 per cent, with youth...
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  • ‘It makes you think twice’: Toronto residents divided on safety after Salsa on St. Clair shooting

    What to know Two people were killed, and five others were injured after a shooting broke out at the Salsa on St. Clair festival on...
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  • ‘We want to make the world so much more whimsical’: Toronto friends trying to break world record for largest hide-and-seek game

    What to know A group of Toronto friends is organizing a massive hide-and-seek game on Centre Island on Aug. 8, aiming to gather 1,500 participants...
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  • What the bawk? Thousands of people will be in downtown Toronto for this chicken-related multi-day event

    What to know Toronto's Metro Toronto Convention Centre is hosting the 2026 World Poultry Congress from Monday to Friday, bringing together delegates from around 50...
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  • ‘Not a fusion, it’s an evolution,’ This downtown Toronto restaurant blends Japanese and Peruvian flavours unlike anywhere else

    Toronto has multiple restaurants with different cuisines, especially stand-out, Michelin guide options. But nothing holds a candle to Chotto Matte, the East Asian and South...
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  • Adults are about to have a giant water gun fight in downtown Toronto Saturday

    What to know Urban Playground Toronto is hosting its annual free giant water gun fight at Berczy Park on Saturday around 1:30 p.m., with participants...
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  • Madison Beer is back in Toronto tonight: What fans need to know about setlist, tickets, transit and Coca-Cola Coliseum

    Madison Beer is returning to Toronto on Friday with her “Locket” tour, showcasing new music from her 2026 album with the same name. Here’s everything...
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  • On a budget this summer? 6 activities you can check out for less than $20 in Toronto

    The summer season is in full swing, and Toronto has come alive with dozens of activities to try out. Despite the higher cost of living,...
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  • Ontario breaks ground on new GO station as Lakeshore West expansion continues

    What to know The Ontario government has started construction on a new GO station in Grimsby, located between Confederation Station in Hamilton and St. Catharines...
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  • National French Fry Day 2026: Where to get free fries and Toronto’s best fry spots

    French fry lovers across Toronto can celebrate National French Fry Day with many perks, as the holiday returns on July 10 with multiple restaurants offering...
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  • Toronto’s Biidaasige Park unveils new waterfront attractions and 300-ton crane

    What to know Biidaasige Park is expanding with a new 10-acre northwestern section, opening on July 25, which will add more space and attractions to...
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  • Why posting your vacation on social media could put your home at risk this summer: study

    What to know A 2025 Allstate Canada survey found that about one-third of Canadians who use social media may increase their risk of a home...
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  • Renata Ford, late Toronto Mayor Rob Ford’s wife, dead at 55

    What to know Renata Ford, the widow of former Toronto mayor Rob Ford, has died at the age of 55, with Doug Ford confirming the...
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  • ‘She’s a generational talent’: Expert says Summer McIntosh is just getting started after historic world record

    What to know Three-time Olympic gold medalist Summer McIntosh set a new women's 200m butterfly world record at the 2026 Bell Canadian Swimming Trials, swimming...
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