#BREAKING
: The Toronto Police Association, a union representing about 8,000 uniform and civilian officers, says it will oppose the new mandatory vaccination policy for TPS announced today by Police Chief James Ramer.
Two travellers who arrived in Toronto from the United States have been fined almost $20,000 each for providing fake COVID-19 vaccination documents and lying about pre-departure tests
Former U.S. President Barack Obama endorsed Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on Thursday.
"Justin has been an effective leader and strong voice for democratic values, and I’m proud of the work we did together."
After 45 years, we join Darryl Dahmer's legions of fans in thanking him for his dedication and commitment. Congrats, Darryl! Thank you for getting us to work and school for nearly half a century.
The CAFE Harbord location has re-opened after the owner brought in machinery to remove the 4,000 pound cement blocks placed in front of the store by Toronto by-law officers.
#BREAKING
: Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment says attendees to its events must be vaccinated as of September 22 to gain entry.
MLSE says it will not accept a negative COVID-19 test result.
Doug Ford is facing online backlash after visiting Hazel McCallion for her 100th birthday over the weekend with the province's stay-at-home order still in effect.
#BREAKING
Prime minister Justin Trudeau has officially announced the Canada-U.S. border will remain closed for another month until at least January 21.
“People should not be penalized for their choice to either get vaccinated or to not be vaccinated," MPP Rick Nicholls said Tuesday while announcing he was stepping down as deputy speaker
Nav Bhatia, widely known as the Toronto Raptors‘ superfan who has attended almost all of the franchise’s home games, will become one of the first honourees into a new “Superfan Gallery” at the Basketball Hall of Fame.
#BREAKING
: Toronto’s University Health Network says unvaccinated staff will be terminated after two weeks of being placed on unpaid leave if they refuse to get the COVID-19 vaccine by October 8
In April of last year, 78% of respondents believed Doug Ford was handling the pandemic well at the time.
That dipped to 55% approval in November 2020 and now, it's plummeted to 32% as of this month.
MPP Nicholls said both he and his wife will not be getting the COVID-19 vaccine because of concerns surrounding the shot, saying they have done their own research
“Masai Ujiri is one of the finest people I know:” Mayor John Tory defends Ujiri after
@Raptors
president accused of assaulting sheriff's deputy in Oakland
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#BREAKING
: The Ontario government is further accelerating the second dose interval for individuals who received their first dose of an AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to eight weeks from 12 weeks.
Dior is being accused of racism over its latest ad for its "Sauvage" cologne, which features an unidentified Indigenous man dancing in traditional dress and a voice-over by Johnny Depp.
#BREAKING
: “We need as much domestic capacity for vaccine production as possible.”
Justin Trudeau has announced that two companies are now on track to produce COVID-19 vaccines in Canada.
#BREAKING
CEO Mark Zuckerberg says Facebook and Instagram will block President Donald Trump's accounts "indefinitely and for at least the next two weeks until the peaceful transition of power is complete."
#BREAKING
: The federal government is set to announce today that fully vaccinated Canadian travellers will no longer need to spend 14 days in quarantine upon arriving home.
#UPDATE
: A planned announcement on a provincial vaccine certificate program which was scheduled for Tuesday has been called off with no indication of when it will be rescheduled.
A new poll suggests a majority of Canadians (58%) believe proof of vaccination should be required of all essential and non-essential travellers entering the country.
A CityNews camera operator was kicked out of Yonge-Dundas Square on Saturday by a police officer and told they were “not essential” while gathering footage of the police presence in the square.
#LATEST
: After a politically disastrous weekend for the provincial government, there are calls from the opposition for Doug Ford to step down as Ontario's Premier.
Canadians overwhelmingly support the idea of requiring vaccine passports to gain admittance to public places such as restaurants, bars and gyms, a new poll suggests.
More than 100 staff members at a Windsor hospital are being placed on unpaid leave for not receiving their first vaccine doses by a set deadline.
If those staff members have not received a first dose by October 7, their employment will be terminated.
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Scott has mentored thousands of broadcasters over the years. We are forever grateful for his kindness and empathy.
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Dr. Eileen de Villa points to the Immunization of School Pupils Act, which requires all children under the age of 18 registered in school provide proof of immunization against diseases listed in the act
The Toronto District School Board is calling on the province to add the COVID-19 vaccine to the list of compulsory vaccinations kids need to have in order to attend school.
#BREAKING
: The federal government will make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for commercial air passengers and travellers on interprovincial rail (trains) and large marine vessels, such as cruise ships.
Several Conservative campaign workers have been let go after they were spotted among a crowd of raucous protesters Friday night which forced the cancellation of a Liberal event in Bolton due to security concerns
#BREAKING
: Step 3 of Ontario's reopening plan is slated to begin on Friday, July 16 - five days ahead of schedule, sources confirm with
@richard680news
.
Indoor dining will be allowed under this step with gyms and movie theatres opening at 50% capacity.
More than a dozen therapy dogs and volunteers gathered Thursday at the memorial for victims of Monday's van attack at Mel Lastman Square to provide comfort and companionship to mourners
Canadian hockey equipment manufacturer Bauer is offering to modify its production line to make protective visors for doctors, nurses and first responders.
#BREAKING
The Ford government has tabled at bill that would move Ontario permanently to daylight time.
Clocks are set to change on November 1st at 2 a.m.
#NEW
: Peel Region will begin on-site vaccinations for adult workers in COVID-19 hotspots starting with Amazon, Maple Leaf Foods, and Maple Lodge Farms.
"I do not understand, for the life of me, why this is such an issue."
Toronto Mayor John Tory and Peel Region's top doctor are among those speaking out on the Ford government's reluctance to create a vaccine passport.
A brave little dog that fiercely fought off a coyote in Scarborough to save her 10-year-old owner is now home, after receiving more than $6,000 worth of treatment in the canine ICU.
#BREAKING
: The Toronto Blue Jays will require fans to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test in order to attend their home games and possibly playoff games as of Sept. 13.
One protester - who says he knows more than the scientists - joined the crowd of anti-vaccine protesters at hospital row today, to make a point using sarcasm.
NEW: Air Canada is introducing a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for its employees that goes into effect October 30th.
Under the new vaccination system, testing will not be offered as an alternative.
Tim Hortons is seeking to shut down an apparent knock-off restaurant in India, whose logo and branding appear to mimic the Canadian coffee chain right down to the font and colour of the logo
Thousands are attending a vigil at the London Muslim Mosque honouring the five family members struck by a vehicle on Sunday night. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier Doug Ford are among the massive crowd gathered.
#BREAKING
: Canada's government says all of its federal public servants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Implementation is expected sometime this fall.
NEW: Air Canada and WestJet are applauding the government's decision to make vaccinations mandatory for air passengers by the end of October.
"We continue to be a strong partner in vaccination rollout."
#NEW
: Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment has announced they will require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result in order to enter any of their arenas, stadiums or restaurants by mid-September.
Three major unions are calling for a “universal wage” of $25 an hour for all personal support workers regardless of what part of the provincial system they work in.
Essential workers who put food in grocery stores through the Ontario Food Terminal are pleading with the government to prioritize them for vaccinations, as more of them fall ill.
#BREAKING
: A Peel Police sergeant has been suspended and an internal investigation has been launched after the officer was seen interacting with protesters, posing for pictures, and not wearing a mask outside Huf Gym in Mississauga.
The infamous “Chair girl,” who made headlines this year when she launched a chair off a balcony onto the Gardiner Expressway, makes a brief appearance in the new Drake video.
#BREAKING
: Canadian Damian Warner has won the gold medal in the men's decathlon, capturing his first title in the event that crowns the "world's greatest athlete."
The president of the Ontario Hospital Association says there are now 421 COVID patients in ICU beds across the province.
It marks the highest number of COVID patients in critical care since the pandemic began last March.
Premier Doug Ford’s approval rating has dropped more than 20 points in the last 12 months.
A new poll finds Ford sits eighth out of the 10 Canadian premiers in approval.
A research team comprising of clinical microbiologists and infectious disease specialists from Sunnybrook Hospital, McMaster University and University of Toronto has isolated the virus responsible for causing COVID-19.
Joaquin Phoenix made an appearance at St. George station today in support of an animal justice campaign "BeFairBeVegan." Phoenix is in Toronto for his new film "The Joker" being shown at TIFF.
Dr. Eillen de Villa is calling on the province to make it mandatory for employers provide workers with at least five paid sick days and 10 days of emergency paid sick leave.
"This is a comfortable land. Our cars have heated seats. Our winter coats have Bluetooth. Our hot dinners come right to our door ... now we even begrudge having to help save the life of a child. That is what citizens are complaining about today." OPINION:
Hillary Clinton has endorsed Justin Trudeau one after former U.S. President Barack Obama offered his support to the Liberal candidate.
"I'm wishing him and our progressive Canadian neighbors the best in Monday's election."
The owner of a Toronto restaurant requested on Sunday that unvaccinated patrons choose to sit at a patio instead of indoors when dining.
"Each business has to make up their own guidelines with regard to vaccinated v.s. unvaccinated diners indoors."
Toronto Mayor John Tory is the latest prominent figure to call for a province-wide, proof-of-vaccination system saying the move is key to keep businesses open and avoid a fourth wave of COVID-19.
Ontario's Science Advisory Table is recommending the government consider implementing a vaccine certificate.
The panel suggests it could allow for quicker reopening of high-risk settings with an increased capacity.
#BREAKING
: China’s health ministry says the virus epicenter of Wuhan and its surrounding Hubei province have reported no new cases for the first time in 122 days