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Toronto council to meet for first time since John Tory resigned, confirm mayor race dates – Toronto

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted March 29, 2023 6:12 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size Toronto city council is set to meet today for the first time since former mayor John Tory resigned. Tory stepped down last month after revealing he had an “inappropriate affair” with …

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Stolen car from Saskatchewan linked to Brandon man’s homicide: RCMP

Police in Manitoba say a stolen vehicle from Saskatchewan is linked to a Brandon man’s homicide last fall. Blue Hills RCMP began investigating after human remains were found in a rural area, just outside of Brandon, in early October. In January, police announced they were investigating the find as a …

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Dollarama reports $261.3M Q4 profit, raises quarterly dividend

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted March 29, 2023 9:35 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size Dollarama Inc. raised its dividend as it reported a fourth-quarter profit of $261.3 million, up from $220.0 million a year earlier. The retailer says it will now pay a quarterly dividend …

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Barnes’s double-double leads Raptors past Heat

TORONTO – The Miami Heat’s defence kept opening up for Scottie Barnes, either for an incisive pass or a scoring opportunity, and he took full advantage. Barnes earned a double-double with 22 points and a career-high 12 assists as the Toronto Raptors earned a 106-92 victory over Miami on Tuesday. …

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Pedestrian in his 60s critically injured after being hit by vehicle in Toronto – Toronto

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Toronto police say a man in his 60s has life-threatening injuries after he was hit by a vehicle in the city’s north end on Tuesday night. Emergency crews were called to Yonge Street, north of Lawrence Avenue just before 9 p.m. for …

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Jets can’t score against bottom-feeding Sharks in 3-0 loss – Winnipeg

If only James Reimer could face the Winnipeg Jets every night, perhaps he would be a Vezina Trophy candidate. The Morweena, Man. native stopped all 41 shots he faced as the San Jose Sharks snapped a nine-game losing streak, downing the Jets 3-0 Tuesday night. The Sharks have won just …

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‘Blue Jeans, Burgers and Bevvies’ fundraiser helps Ukrainians settle in Kelowna – Okanagan

With more Ukrainian families moving to Kelowna, B.C., local organizations hope to give them a boost while they get their start in the city. A fundraiser was held Tuesday with the goal of giving back. “Blue jeans, burgers and bevvies” was the theme for a special event Tuesday evening. Hearts …

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Blue Jays look to take next step in 2023

TORONTO – The sting of a quick wild-card round exit long faded, an air of confidence hovered at the Toronto Blue Jays’ camp during spring training. It was there for good reason. There’s plenty to like about a roster that had defensive upgrades made in the off-season to supplement a …

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Councillor Brad Bradford announces he’s running for Toronto mayor – Toronto

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Another city councillor — Brad Bradford — has announced he’s tossing his name in for Toronto’s mayoral race. “I’m running to be a strong mayor of action for Toronto — delivering results to make the city safer, make life more affordable, and make …

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ANALYSIS: He’s not the favourite, but Jets’ Morrissey is Norris Trophy-worthy – Winnipeg

In a few short weeks, members of the Professional Hockey Writers’ Association will cast their ballots for a host of league awards, including the Norris Trophy. Last night, the top two candidates for that distinction were on the ice against each other in Erik Karlsson — the front-runner with San …

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