B.C.’s deficit forecast up $450M to $13.8B after calculation errors on gas royalties
VICTORIA — The British Columbia deficit forecast has grown by $450 million to a record-setting $13.8 billion, largely because of a “calculation error” on natural gas royalties, in a situation one critic describes as a state of “fiscal crisis.” Finance...
Emmy Awards highlights: Mariska Hargitay sings, Taylor Swift acts in a skit and ‘Buffy’ reunites
The Emmy Awards are underway. “The Pitt” and “Widow’s Bay” are generating buzz as they compete for top prizes. The ceremony is also honoring the anniversaries of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Charlie’s Angels.” Here are some highlights as the...
Raptors officially acquire Kawhi Leonard from Clippers
The Fun Guy is back. The Toronto Raptors have acquired Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two future first-round picks, one future first-round pick swap and two future second-round picks, the teams announced on Monday. The two unprotected...
Raptors, Clippers agree to Kawhi Leonard trade: report
Kawhi Leonard is one step closer to rejoining the Toronto Raptors. The Los Angeles Clippers and Raptors have agreed to complete the trade sending Leonard to Toronto for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, one first-round pick swap and two second-rounders, according to ESPN’s Shams...
Parrish, Crombie kick off Mississauga mayoral campaign as race for city hall heats up
The race for the top job at city hall is heating up in Mississauga as two high profile candidates launched their campaigns on Sunday, setting up a showdown between the city’s current and former mayor. Carolyn Parrish is Mississauga’s incumbent,...
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada wants ‘unique alliance’ with EU, not membership
TORONTO — Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is not looking to become a member of the European Union, but is seeking a “unique alliance” with the economic bloc. Carney was asked Sunday about a Wall Street Journal report that...
Toronto police investigate after man stabbed in northeast part of city
Police are investigating after a man was stabbed in the northeast end of the city. Investigators were called to Leslie Street and Lesmill Road area, just south of Highway 401, for reports of a stabbing just before 10 p.m. Sunday....
Guerrero hits first homer of season at Rogers Centre as Blue Jays crush Orioles
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smacked his first homer at home this season, and Kazuma Okamoto followed with a monster solo shot to set a Toronto Blue Jays rookie-year record with 85 RBI in an 8-1 rubber-match win against the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday. Guerrero’s...
‘I Play Rocky,’ ‘Green Book’ director Peter Farrelly says he’s on another high at TIFF
TORONTO — A film about one of the most iconic underdog stories has Toronto audiences in its corner. “I Play Rocky” received a rousing standing ovation from the Toronto International Film Festival audience at its premiere Saturday night as the...
Motorcyclist fatally injured in Scarborough crash
A motorcyclist has died following a crash in Scarborough. Toronto police say a motorcycle was travelling eastbound on Eglinton Avenue and a car was going westbound and attempting to make a left-hand turn at McCowan Road when the crash occurred...
