In Depth Revealed: The biggest political donors in Ontario

by Mike Crawley

CBC News compiled data from Elections Ontario to discover the corporations, unions, lobby groups and individuals who've given the most money to the province's three main political parties since 2013.

New 'We love you, Attawapiskat': 9-year-old boy wears message on school uniform

by Jonathan Rumley

A young boy was watching the news one day when he realized he wanted to do something to help the people of Attawapiskat.

A 20-year-old man allegedly stole a puppy with a shotgun in Kijiji sale gone wrong

Toronto police have arrested a 20-year-old Brampton man in connection with the theft of a puppy in a Kijiji sale gone wrong over the weekend.

Toronto city councillor wants to snuff out medical pot dispensaries

by Lisa Naccarato

Over the past year Toronto has seen a jump in the number of medical marijuana dispensaries popping up around the city. Dozens are open with most concentrated in downtown areas. But at least one city councillor wants them closed.

Woman plows Mini Cooper through Roncesvalles neighbourhood

A woman is facing alcohol-related charges after she lost control of her Mini Cooper and made a mess in Toronto's Roncesvalles neighbourhood.

Make decisions with millennials in mind, researcher urges Toronto

Millennials need a greater voice at city council if Toronto is going to keep its young people, says a researcher who believes local politicians sometimes choose "old over young."

Turo peer-to-peer car rentals expand Canada's sharing economy

by Aaron Saltzman

Turo, which counts Google and General Motors among its investors, is the first company in Canada offering peer-to-peer vehicle rentals through its app and website. Think AirBnB, but for cars. Will Canadians be willing to rent their cars to total strangers?

Sunrise sequel to 'Torontohenge' sunset brightens morning commute

by Nicole Brockbank

The sunrise was in line with Toronto's city grid Tuesday morning creating what's been dubbed as a 'Torontohenge,' early risers shared their pictures with Metro Morning.

CBC Investigates Some consultants charging Syrian refugees thousands of dollars to process applications

by Laura Lynch, Ghalia Bdwie

CBC News has learned about a troubling aspect of the drive to bring Syrians to Canada: professional immigration consultants, in partnership with some refugee sponsorship groups, are charging refugees thousands of dollars in arrangements that critics say are unethical and violate federal rules on sponsorship.

'All of a sudden the whole thing just came down,' says witness who helped the injured

by Victoria Valido

A regular drive down Eglinton Avenue West in Toronto turned into a rescue mission for one woman who witnessed the scaffolding collapse at a Metrolinx construction site.

'I'd just killed one of my best friends,' jury hears in London, Ont., court

by Diana Mehta

A London, Ont., man accused of killing and dismembering his best friend told jurors Monday he did it to protect himself from an unwanted sexual advance.

'Small but mighty' Canadian Museum of Inuit Art closing its doors

by Sima Sahar Zerehi

Canadians will have one less place to learn about Inuit art, Toronto’s Canadian Museum of Inuit Art (MIA) is closing its doors on May 30.

Fewer newspapers means less revenue for Toronto

by Joshua Errett

Journalists and printers are not the only ones affected by the decline of newspapers.

Enjoy the sun Toronto, spring showers expected on Thursday

by Nicole Brockbank

Make sure to grab your shades as you head out the door, we're in for another sunny day in Toronto.

Stroller credited with saving baby after building, scaffolding collapse in Toronto

by Ramna Shahzad

Seven people were injured after the front wall of a building and scaffolding collapsed in midtown Toronto on Monday afternoon, according to Metrolinx.

Costco to provide free Hep A vaccination clinics after frozen berry recall

by Anjuli Patil

Free Hepatitus A vaccination clinics will be held at all Costco locations in Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador following the recall of Nature’s Touch Organic Berry Cherry Blend.

Recap Raptors storm back to even series with Pacers

by Ian Harrison

Jonas Valanciunas scored 23 points and hauled down 15 rebounds as the Toronto Raptors bounced back to beat the Indiana Pacers 98-87 on Monday, evening their best-of-seven series at one game apiece.

Should Ontario ban door-to-door sales? 2 GTA city councillors say yes

An effort to stop door-to-door sales in Ontario is gaining momentum with city councillors in two major municipalities calling on the province to impose a ban on the practice.

Conservatives, Liberals spar over expenses for Chrystia Freeland's L.A. stopover

by Peter Zimonjic

The Conservatives and the Liberals are at odds over Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland's travel expenses for her L.A. stopover in which she was a guest on U.S. comedian Bill Maher's television program.

Recap Toronto Raptors overcome Indiana Pacers to tie series

The Toronto Raptors achieved sweet redemption with a 98-87 win over the Indiana Pacers to tie Round 1 of the NBA playoffs.

'I've been struggling with alcohol addiction,' says Nick Kouvalis, who helped Ford and Tory get elected

Nick Kouvalis reveals he suffers from alcohol addiction.

6ix in the 6ix: Which Toronto patios are your go-tos during the summer?

In honour of patio season (yes, it's here!), we want to know your go-to spots for lounging and relaxation.

Julio Cesar Soto, 29, ID'd as man found dead in fire pit

Toronto police have identified the man found dead in a North York fire pit has been has been identified as 29-year-old Julio Cesar Soto.

Mayor Tory's executive committee approves proposal to stop paying police to direct traffic

Mayor John Tory's executive committee has approved a recommendation asking the province to amend the Highway Traffic Act to allow special constables to direct traffic and oversee construction sites.

Man charged in shooting death of Gabriel Nikov at Yonge and Bloor

A 22-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of Gabriel Nikov, 18, last week in the Yonge and Bloor area.

Man, 31, faces 5 charges after machete attack at Jane and 401

A 31-year-old man is facing multiple charges following a triple-stabbing involving a machete over the weekend in the Jane Street and Highway 401.

Updated 4-year-old allegedly taken by father found after minivan crash in Ontario

by Nicole Brockbank

A four-year-old Ontario girl who was allegedly abducted by her father in Aurora early this morning was found near Pembroke, inside a crashed minivan he was driving, according to York Regional Police.

Mental health issues affect 1 in 2 Toronto, Hamilton workers: CivicAction

Mental health issues affect more than 1.5M workers in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas, according to a new study from CivicAction, which says those issues could cost the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas nearly $17B in lost productivity over the coming decade.

Black Lives Matter has 'absolutely rejected' private meeting but offer stands, Mayor Tory says

Mayor John Tory addressed Black Lives Matter in a media availability following his return from a promotional trip to California and Asia.

Why one woman in the Ghomeshi trial is now revealing her name

by Laura Fraser

The woman known only as "L.R." or "Complainant No. 1" in Jian Ghomeshi’s sexual assault trial has waived her right to a publication ban, saying she wants to use her experience in the courtroom to help sexual assault complainants. Her name is Linda Redgrave.

Torontonians anxious for messages from family after Ecuador earthquake

Torontonians with family in Ecuador are anxiously waiting for messages from loved ones after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit the country over the weekend.

Suspected machete attack at karaoke bar sends 3 people to hospital

by Nicole Brockbank

An apparent machete attack at a karaoke bar in North York sent three people to hospital overnight.

Photos Raptors fans flock to Jurassic Park for 'crazy' Toronto experience

by Jonathan Rumley

If you're a passionate Toronto Raptors fan looking for a cool spot to catch the big game, Jurassic Park is the place to be.

Teen girls charged after woman allegedly forced to take out loans

by Nicole Brockbank

Five people, including three 16-year-old girls, have been charged in connection with the forcible confinement and extortion of a 33-year-old woman in Toronto.

Go Public VRBO 'luxury villa' actually a cockroach-infested dump, despite 5-star reviews

by Rosa Marchitelli

What was advertised on VRBO as a luxury villa turned out to be a "total nightmare" for an Ontario family, despite 5-star online reviews for the property.

Federal spending spiked during final scramble to meet Syrian refugee deadline

by Ashley Burke

CBC News has learned the Trudeau government ramped up spending dramatically in February as it scrambled to meet its end-of-the-month deadline to bring in 25,000 Syrian refugees.

QEW crash kills 1 female, injures 3 others in Oakville

One person is dead following a serious collision that took place Sunday on the Queen Elizabeth Way in Oakville.

Black Lives Matter Toronto 'very encouraged' by inquest into Andrew Loku's death

by Jonathan Rumley

Black Lives Matter Toronto organizers are pushing forward with their list of demands after several were met over the past few weeks.

Sunny, summer-like conditions in Toronto today with a high of 24 C

by Nicole Brockbank

There is no need for anything more than a light jacket as you head out the door as summer-like temperatures are set to hit Toronto today.

Man charged with 1st-degree murder after stepmother's death

A man has been charged with the first-degree murder of his stepmother in Roslin, Ont., which is located about 20 kilometres north of Belleville, Ont.

Live Blog Toronto traffic updates: warm and sunny Monday morning commute

Before you head out on the roads, get up-to the-minute traffic updates on our traffic live blog.

Netflix starts offering high tech HDR content, but does anyone really care?

by Sophia Harris

Netflix is now rolling out what many are calling the next technological wonder: high dynamic range or HDR video. HDR creates a more vibrant, realistic picture, but many won't see it because watching HDR shows involves many hurdles, including buying a new TV.

Residents demand action after man killed in drive-by shooting on Danforth

Torontonians who live near Danforth Avenue are saying enough is enough after a young man was killed early Sunday morning during a drive-by shooting near Coxwell Avenue.

'World's coolest office': how to design an office for introverts and extroverts

by Joshua Errett

There has been a lot of research on whether or not open offices work. But Shopify designed its Toronto office to be a new hybrid that gives employees both openness and privacy.

Preview Raptors vow to bounce back after ugly Game 1 loss

by Lori Ewing

DeMar DeRozan believes athletes sometimes compete at their best when the situation is most dire. That's part of the reason why the Raptors all-star believes Toronto will bounce back Monday (7 p.m. ET) after a thorough Game 1 thumping by the Indiana Pacers.

'She jumped into a tiger cage': Toronto Zoo investigates after woman jumps tiger's fence

The Toronto Zoo is investigating after a video surfaced online appearing to show a woman jumping over a protective fence to recover a hat that fell within the outer perimeter of a tiger's pen.

Recap Blue Jays beat Red Sox on strength of Sanchez's gem

Aaron Sanchez allowed two hits in seven innings of one-run ball, and Jose Bautista drove in two runs with a solo homer and a double to lead the Toronto Blue Jays over the Boston Red Sox 5-3 Sunday.

3 killed in SUV-motorcycle collision in Burlington

Halton Regional Police have released more information about the victims involved in a collision that left three people dead over the weekend.

Netflix starts offering high tech HDR content, but does anyone really care?

by Sophia Harris

Netflix is now rolling out what many are calling the next technological wonder: high dynamic range or HDR video. HDR creates a more vibrant, realistic picture, but many won't see it because watching HDR shows involves many hurdles, including buying a new TV.

Toronto police search for up to 4 suspects after west-end stabbing

Toronto police are looking for suspects after a man was stabbed multiple times in the area of Weston Road and Parke Street.