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Forcing treatment for drug use could lead to overdoses, violate people's rights, experts say
Some experts say involuntary addiction treatment raises serious ethical concerns and could even increase the risk of overdose for some, as Ontario weighs whether it could force people in the criminal justice system to attend addiction treatment.
Scarborough urban farm expanding to help more people grow their own food
An urban farm that helps address food insecurity in Toronto’s east end is about to get bigger, allowing more people to grow their own food within city limits.
Trial underway for 3 men charged in daytime Toronto shooting that left 12-year-old dead
A jury is being asked to determine whether three men are guilty of first-degree murder in a fatal shooting in North York nearly five years ago that left a 12-year-old boy dead and three others injured.
Elections Canada worker in GTA removed following allegations of voter interference
Elections Canada says one of its employees will no longer be working at any polling stations while it investigates allegations they were attempting to influence voters to cast their ballot for the Conservatives at an advanced polling station in Vaughan last weekend.
Vegemite can stay on Ontario cafe chain's shelves for now, Canadian food regulators say
An Ontario cafe chain has scored a win in its fight with Canadian food regulators to keep selling Vegemite at its stores.
Ford says 'truth hurts' when asked about criticism of federal Conservative campaign
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is defending his former campaign manager’s criticisms of Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, telling reporters “sometimes the truth hurts.”
Nearly one-third of Toronto businesses expect tariffs will create job losses, city survey suggests
Close to a third of Toronto businesses recently surveyed by city staff say they expect they'll have to make job cuts due to the impacts of U.S. tariffs.
Brampton, Ont., business says it's out $35K amid Trump tariff flip-flop
A Brampton-based business says the chaotic nature of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies ended up costing them nearly $35,000.
Cycling advocates optimistic about fate of Toronto bike lanes after province says it's open to compromise
Some Toronto cycling advocates say they’re hopeful the province will walk back its plans to remove three key bike lanes, after Ontario’s transportation minister indicated there may be room to compromise with the city.
AFC Toronto gears up for start of historic 1st season next week
When AFC Toronto steps onto BMO Field next Saturday, they will not only be playing their first home game, but making history as the city’s first professional women’s soccer club.