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Ontario to stop free COVID-19 rapid test program in pharmacies, grocery stores

Ontario to stop free COVID-19 rapid test program in pharmacies, grocery stores

TORONTO — An Ontario program that distributes free rapid tests for COVID-19 at grocery stores and pharmacies will end after this month.
New name proposed for Sir John A. Macdonald parkway reflects Indigenous heritage

New name proposed for Sir John A. Macdonald parkway reflects Indigenous heritage

The National Capital Commission appears to be moving forward with a new name for Ottawa's Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway suggested by an Indigenous consultation group: Kichi Zibi Mikan.

Three children missing from Muskoka area found safe, police say

Ontario Provincial Police say three children reported missing in the Muskoka area have been found. Police say the 15-year-old boy, 12-year-old girl and seven-year-old girl are safe.
Former Toronto FC defender Lukas MacNaughton enjoying life in Nashville SC colours

Former Toronto FC defender Lukas MacNaughton enjoying life in Nashville SC colours

TORONTO — Lukas MacNaughton returns to Toronto with a smile on his face. The former Toronto FC defender, traded to Nashville SC in late April, is flourishing — and winning — in his new home. "I'm really enjoying Nashville.
Former Coyotes star Doan named special adviser to new Leafs GM Treliving

Former Coyotes star Doan named special adviser to new Leafs GM Treliving

TORONTO — Brad Treliving has made his first move as general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, adding former Arizona Coyotes captain Shane Doan to his front office.

Phil Neville hired for Canada staff after Inter Miami departure

TORONTO (AP) — Phil Neville was hired Friday to join the staff of Canada men's national team coach John Herdman, a week after Neville was fired as head coach of David Beckham's Inter Miami.
Iranian family in limbo, fears homelessness as immigration status unclear

Iranian family in limbo, fears homelessness as immigration status unclear

Hamid Ahmadpanah and his wife have spent nearly a decade in Canada, working, learning English and raising two young daughters who were born here. But lately, the family has been living a life in limbo.
Brookfield signs deal to buy Network International for about $3.7 billion

Brookfield signs deal to buy Network International for about $3.7 billion

TORONTO — Brookfield Asset Management Ltd., together with Brookfield Business Partners, has signed a deal to buy payment processing firm Network International Holdings for about $3.7 billion in cash.
Canada's John Herdman adds to coaching staff with Phil Neville, Richard Shaw

Canada's John Herdman adds to coaching staff with Phil Neville, Richard Shaw

TORONTO — Canada coach John Herdman has called in some veteran help for his team's push for a trophy this summer. Phil Neville and Richard Shaw are joining Herdman's coaching staff.

Berríos earns victory as Blue Jays beat Astros 3-2

TORONTO (AP) — José Berríos became the latest Blue Jays pitcher to turn in a strong start against the Houston Astros.