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Cord Jefferson’s 'American Fiction' wins People’s Choice at Toronto International Film Festival

TORONTO — Cord Jefferson’s “American Fiction,” a satire about race and personal agency, was the winner of this year's People's Choice prize at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Sep 17, 2023 12:45 PM Read more >

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Auto talks The contracts between Unifor and the three big U.S. automakers are set to expire on Monday at 11:59 p.m. The union is negotiating with Ford Motor Co.

Sep 17, 2023 10:27 AM Read more >

Police say attack in Toronto's Entertainment District sends four to hospital

TORONTO — Police say an attack in downtown Toronto's Entertainment District has sent four people to hospital. Toronto police were called to the area around Adelaide and Simcoe Streets shortly after 3 a.m. Sunday.

Sep 17, 2023 8:30 AM Read more >

The economic roller-coaster of a small Ontario town fuelled by chocolate and cannabis

SMITHS FALLS, Ont. — A small eastern Ontario town that was once known as the province's chocolate capital is preparing for the sweet return of Hershey's.

Sep 17, 2023 4:00 AM Read more >

Stabbing at west-end Toronto apartment building sends one to hospital

TORONTO — One man is in hospital and another person is in police custody following a stabbing at an apartment building in Toronto's west end. At about 10:30 p.m. Saturday, police were called to a building near South Kingsway and Ormskirk Avenue.

Sep 17, 2023 2:47 AM Read more >

Golden Mushroom brand Enoki mushrooms recalled for possible Listeria contamination

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for Golden Mushroom brand Enoki mushrooms due to a possible Listeria contamination. The product was sold in 200g packages in Ontario and may also have been distributed nationally.

Sep 17, 2023 2:36 AM Read more >

Officer injured while responding to assault call at Toronto subway station

TORONTO — A Toronto police officer has been injured while responding to reports of an assault at a subway station. Police were called to the Kipling TTC station in Toronto's west end shortly before 7:30 p.m.

Sep 17, 2023 2:00 AM Read more >

Blue Jays grind out 13-inning win over Red Sox

TORONTO — It may not have been the most emphatic walk-off hit of Whit Merrifield's career, but his RBI single in the 13th inning on Saturday may have been the biggest. Merrifield's self-described swinging bunt scored Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Sep 16, 2023 10:44 PM Read more >

Merrifield has winning hit in 13th inning as Blue Jays rally past Red Sox 4-3

TORONTO (AP) — Whit Merrifield hit a winning single in the 13th inning and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Saturday and move a half-game ahead of Seattle for the AL’s third wild card spot.

Sep 16, 2023 10:21 PM Read more >

Vancouver Whitecaps continue successful road trip with 2-1 comeback win in Toronto

TORONTO — The Vancouver Whitecaps are racking up the frequent flyer miles. And climbing the MLS standings.

Sep 16, 2023 10:02 PM Read more >