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Canada: Ontario launches first phase of major immigration programme overhaul

Ontario has launched a new immigration program, replacing eight existing streams with one. This new system will reopen later this year, requiring fresh applications. Points will be awarded for Ontario work experience and Canadian income tax history. Job offers outside Toronto and health occupations will receive additional consideration. Applicants and…

The Economic Times

Canada’s aerial firefighting system is too slow, and front-line communities are paying the price

Recently, as hundreds of fires burned across Northern Ontario and smoke pushed Toronto’s air quality to among the worst on the planet, Canada’s minister of emergency management defended Ottawa’s response and said, in effect, that nothing went wrong.

The Conversation

Air India to launch non-stop Delhi-Toronto flights from August 1, deploy new Boeing 787-9

Air India will operate non-stop Delhi to Toronto flights starting August 1, 2026. This change will significantly reduce travel time by nearly three hours. Daily services will be restored, increasing frequencies to seven flights weekly. The airline is deploying its new Boeing 787-9 aircraft on this route. Bookings for the…

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Shooters for hire: What’s fuelling the Canadian increase in outsourced violence?

Canada is facing an attribution problem when it comes to extremist violence. The person who pulls the trigger may not be the person who has the motive; in some recent cases, there may be no single motive at all.

The Conversation

WNBA Power Rankings: Is It Time to Panic in New York?

The Liberty managed an ugly comeback against the Wings in overtime on Monday, but that may not be enough to shake their midseason slump.

Sports Illustrated

Toronto film festival: Helen Mirren, Chris Rock and Seth Rogen lead lineup

The 51st edition of the Canadian festival will also feature world premieres starring Taron Egerton, Amanda Seyfried and Chase Infiniti

The Guardian - US

Canada's 95-year-old grandfather's daily habit goes viral: Meet Nonno, whose simple routine for staying active has the internet saying, 'Let's all take note'. Watch video

A 95-year-old grandfather based in Toronto, known as Nonno, is inspiring many people online. He demonstrates a simple daily exercise routine using a resistance band. This consistent movement routine helps him stay active and strong. His granddaughter shared the video, which has gone viral across social media platforms. The clip…

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Canada's Wildfire Crisis Escalates: 850 Fires Burn as Smoke Blankets 100 Million Americans

Northwestern Ontario erupted in fire on July 13, triggering mass evacuations of First Nations communities, destroying homes, and sending smoke plumes that have turned the skies over Toronto, Chicago, Boston, and New York City orange. Here is the full picture as of July 17, 2026.

Medical Daily

From Setback to Turning Point — This Toronto Penthouse's 1980s Shell Set the Scene for a Home With "the Emotional Qualities of a Boutique Hotel"

An urban retreat with a characterful past, the home echoes the American Southwest's earthy landscapes, Bali's tropical calm, and the spiritedness of an Austin hospitality favorite

Livingetc

Canadian wildfire sends hazardous smoke spewing into US

FRANCE 24's Yinka Oyetade speaks with Jonathan Boucher, Researcher at the Canadian Forest Service, about the measures needed to manage and prevent wildfires and render forests more resilient to the ravages of climate change. Ontario requested federal assistance to evacuate people from remote northern Canadian communities ravaged by wildfires on…

France 24

Wildfire Smoke Impacts NWSL, MLS—Could Threaten 2026 World Cup Final

Smoke from Canadian wildfires has placed a haze upon New York City, Toronto, and several other major metropolitan areas.

Sports Illustrated

Toronto Faces World's Worst Air Quality As Wildfire Smoke Blankets City During Heatwave

Toronto experienced a dramatic air quality decline, becoming the world's most polluted city due to wildfire smoke. The crisis highlighted the growing threat of wildfires amid climate change.

International Business Times UK

Toronto choked by wildfire smoke, records world's worst air quality

A thick orange haze hung over Toronto on Wednesday 15 July as smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario engulfed Canada's largest city, giving it the worst air quality of any major city in the world that morning, according to monitoring service IQAir.

Euronews

Canadian wildfire smoke pushes Toronto air quality to world's worst, reaches US

Toronto recorded among the worst air quality of all major cities worldwide on Wednesday as thick smoke from wildfires in Ontario blanketed its skyline and drifted into the US, prompting health warnings.

France 24

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The Independent UK

Toronto’s skies turn yellow as dangerous smoke from over 100 wildfires engulfs city

Residents have been warned to stay indoors to avoid both the smoke and the extreme heat

Sports Illustrated

Kawhi Leonard's Next Team Prediction Market Still Says Clippers Deal On

The Toronto Raptors remain favored to trade for Kawhi Leonard on Kalshi despite the ongoing investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers.

The Guardian - UK

Wildfires in Ontario make Toronto air quality worst in world

Environment Canada has issued health warnings after sky over city turns yellow

Sports Illustrated

Adam Silver Pushes Back on Notion NBA Paused Kawhi Leonard Trade Amid Ongoing Clippers Investigation

The league’s commissioner said the cap circumvention probe must be completed before the start of next season, while giving no indication of what is in the independent report.

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The Times of India

Declared dead in 1969 and once so polluted it caught fire, Toronto's Don River is roaring back: Atlantic salmon and 20 fish species have returned

Once declared dead, Toronto's Don River shows a remarkable ecological comeback. Recent surveys reveal over twenty fish species, including Atlantic salmon, in its restored mouth. Aquatic plants have established habitats, supporting diverse aquatic life and organisms. Years of dedicated restoration efforts by various groups have yielded significant positive results. This…

Sports Illustrated

WNBA Power Rankings: Valkyries Surge to the Top

There’s been quite a shuffle at the top of the rankings this week.

Sports Illustrated

Tom Verducci’s Four Things to Watch at the MLB All-Star Game

From a long overdue All-Star Game debut to a long awaited return, here’s the most interesting storylines heading into Tuesday’s premier exhibition.

International Business Times UK

Liberty's Laney-Hamilton Ejected After Shoe Hits Marina Mabrey During Heated Loss to Toronto Tempo

A thrown shoe incident led to Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's ejection, overshadowing New York Liberty's comeback in their 93-91 defeat to Toronto Tempo.

The Independent UK

Suspect still at large after Toronto mass shooting leaves two dead, four injured

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The Guardian - AU

Toronto shooting: two dead and four injured at Salsa on St Clair street festival

Police say two people exchanged gunfire in shooting that mayor called an ‘irresponsible act of violence’ in festival attended by families

The Independent UK

Shooting near Toronto street festival kills 2 people and wounds 4, police say

A shooting near a Toronto street festival has killed two people and wounded four others

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