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Worker dead after falling from ladder placed against billboard in Toronto

Worker dead after falling from ladder placed against billboard in Toronto

Toronto police say a worker has died after he fell this morning from a ladder while working on a billboard in the city’s west end.
Trial begins for two girls charged in death of homeless Toronto man Kenneth Lee

Trial begins for two girls charged in death of homeless Toronto man Kenneth Lee

TORONTO — The trial of two teen girls charged in an alleged group attack on a homeless man began Monday with both teens pleading not guilty to second-degree murder.
Alcohol-related deaths rose 18 per cent during pandemic: report

Alcohol-related deaths rose 18 per cent during pandemic: report

TORONTO — Alcohol-related deaths rose about 18 per cent during the pandemic, according to a study that points to the harm of making liquor more available at a time of increased vulnerability.
Seven apparently connected Toronto daycares reverse plan to opt out of $10-a-day plan

Seven apparently connected Toronto daycares reverse plan to opt out of $10-a-day plan

TORONTO — Seven Toronto daycares that told parents they would be opting out of the national $10-a-day program as of Jan. 1, raising some fees to more than $2,500 a month, have now decided to stay in the subsidized system.
Ontario election 2025: How to cast your vote on or before Feb. 27

Ontario election 2025: How to cast your vote on or before Feb. 27

Ontario's snap election is set for Feb. 27. Here's what you need to know about casting a ballot. WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE? Residents of Ontario who are Canadian citizens and 18 or older can vote.
Ontario voter turnout hit a record low in 2022. Will this election be any different?

Ontario voter turnout hit a record low in 2022. Will this election be any different?

TORONTO — The last time Ontarians went to the polls, the province recorded the lowest voter turnout in its election history. Observers say they don't expect a significant change in this month's snap election. In June 2022, just 44 per cent of 10.
Preschoolers get nearly half their calories from ultra-processed foods, study says

Preschoolers get nearly half their calories from ultra-processed foods, study says

MONTREAL — Canadian preschoolers are getting nearly half their calories from ultra-processed foods and it's putting them at risk of obesity, according to a new study.
Ontario election 2025: Where the party leaders are on Saturday, Feb. 1

Ontario election 2025: Where the party leaders are on Saturday, Feb. 1

Here’s where the leaders of Ontario’s main political parties are on Saturday, Feb. 1: Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford Brampton: Ford will make an announcement at 10:30 a.m.
A running list of Ontario election promises in campaign for snap Feb. 27 vote

A running list of Ontario election promises in campaign for snap Feb. 27 vote

TORONTO — A running list of election promises announced by the Ontario Progressive Conservatives, NDP, Liberals and Greens in the province's snap election campaign. The vote is set for Feb. 27. Progressive Conservatives Jan.
One person dead, two injured after Thunder Bay, Ont., encampment fire

One person dead, two injured after Thunder Bay, Ont., encampment fire

Officials say one person is dead and two people were sent to hospital after a tent caught on fire at a Thunder Bay homeless encampment earlier this week.