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Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 Man arrested in relation to fatal hit and run in Mississauga: Peel police A 69-year-old Hamilton man has been arrested and charged in relation to a fatal hit and run on Tuesday in Mississauga, said Peel police. Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 What you need to know about Nuit Blanche 2026 in Toronto The 20th anniversary of Nuit Blanche will be marked by over 75 installations, exhibits and immersive experiences set all across the City of Toronto. This year’s theme is “Tomorrow’s Memories.” The party will kick off Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Ford calls for more time in jail for violence against police and threats to public safety Ontario Premier Doug Ford is calling on the federal government to increase time spent in jail when it comes to violence against frontline police officers and public safety. In a letter sent to Prime Minister Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 4 arrested, 10 allegedly stolen vehicles recovered in 407 ETR fraud scheme: Peel police Four people from across the GTA are facing charges after a Peel Regional Police investigation into a vehicle registration fraud scheme that investigators say is linked to more than $100,000 in unpaid 407 ETR tolls. Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Orange Shirt Day observed at UBC Students and community members gathered at UBC Wednesday for Orange Shirt Day. Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 OPP search for witnesses, driver after pedestrian struck by vehicle in August dies Ontario Provincial Police are looking for witnesses after a 46-year-old Brampton woman was struck last month by a driver in a vehicle, who failed to remain at the scene. Local News Global News Toronto October 1, 2026 Ontario attempted murder suspect arrested 3 years later in Manitoba Police said its investigation dates to Feb. 3, 2022, when officers responded to a shooting near Queen Street East and Rutherford Road in Brampton. Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 Toronto board of trade urges province to reform housing regulations The Toronto Region Board of Trade is urging the province to amend zoning and building code rules as it says Ontario is on pace to fall well short of its goal of getting at least Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 How to throw a kids’ birthday party without breaking the bank Marjorie LePoidevin knew that her costume-loving son wanted a themed birthday party. But she was stumped on how to do it affordably, as the mother of two envisioned a living room awash in overpriced Frozen Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Budget watchdog says Alto rail construction could cost more than Ottawa predicts OTTAWA — The federal budget watchdog is warning construction of a high-speed rail line between Toronto and Québec City could cost more than Ottawa's initial estimate. Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 York police seek witnesses after 32-year-old woman fatally struck by vehicle in Richmond Hill York police are looking for witnesses after a 32-year-old pedestrian died in a crash in Richmond Hill last week. Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Weekend need-to-know: Pull an all-nighter at Nuit Blanche this weekend Art exhibits will be taking over the city for the annual Nuit Blanche festival this weekend. Keep in mind, there are some adjustments on GO Transit lines and the UP Express if you are headed Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 York police appeal for witnesses after pedestrian dies in collision York Regional Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a pedestrian was killed when she was struck by a vehicle in Richmond Hill last week. Police were called to the intersection of Major Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 AI agent attempted to hack Library and Archives Canada, says U.S. research group OTTAWA — The website for Library and Archives Canada was one of the targets of a failed hacking attempt by an artificial intelligence agent, a San Francisco-based lab that monitors AI activity said in a Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Hamilton man arrested in Mississauga fatal hit-and-run A Hamilton man has been arrested in connection to an alleged hit-and-run in Mississauga that killed a man in his 60s earlier this week. The collision happened Tuesday night in the Winston Churchill Boulevard and Local News Global News Toronto October 1, 2026 Two former employees accused of defrauding Ajax soccer club of $650K: police Police in Durham region say they began the fraud investigation in December 2024 after receiving reports about irregularities in the club's banking transactions. Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Calgary puppeteer collective among finalists for $100K Siminovitch theatre prize TORONTO — A collective of puppeteers is once again among the finalists for Canada's richest theatre award. Local News Global News Toronto October 1, 2026 Minimum wage hikes set to begin across 5 provinces The bumps of between 25 and 40 cents come in Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Local News Global News Toronto October 1, 2026 Toronto board of trade calls for regulatory reforms to spur housing growth The Toronto Region Board of Trade is urging the province to amend zoning and building code rules as it says Ontario is on pace to fall well short of its new home goal. Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Eric Lombardi withdraws from Ontario Liberal leadership race, endorses Lee Fairclough Housing advocate Eric Lombardi has dropped out of the Ontario Liberal leadership race just over a month before online voting is set to begin. In a statement posted to X Wednesday evening, Lombardi said he Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Police investigating after vehicle with ‘gunfire damage’ crashes into tree in Etobicoke Toronto police are investigating after a car crashed into a tree in Etobicoke in the early hours of Thursday morning. Police were called to the intersection of International Boulevard and Carlingview Drive at around 4:30 Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Man wanted since 2023 in Peel attempted murder investigation arrested in Manitoba A man that has been wanted by Peel police since 2023 in connection to an attempted murder investigation has been arrested in Manitoba. Police say the investigation began when officers responded to a shooting in Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 Housing advocate Eric Lombardi drops out of Ontario Liberal leadership race, endorses Lee Fairclough Eric Lombardi ended his campaign on Wednesday and endorsed legislature member Lee Fairclough, whom he called substantive and pragmatic. Local News CityNews Toronto October 1, 2026 Canada’s role in space exploration In today’s The Big Story podcast, another Canadian is heading to space! Alberta-native Joshua Kutryk will be on his way this week for a six-month visit to the International Space Station, alongside three other crew Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 Ontario minimum wage just increased by 35 cents, but advocates say it's not enough The Ontario government is increasing the minimum wage from $17.60 to $17.95 an hour on Thursday but advocates say the 35 cent increase is not enough for workers to make ends meet. Local News Global News Toronto October 1, 2026 Cowan flying with Leafs after Calder Cup run Morgan Rielly and Jake McCabe were riding stationary bikes late Wednesday night. Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 Torontonians don't feel safe, despite positive data. Here's how the issue is shaping the city's election race Public opinion polling appears to indicate that, even if Toronto is statistically safer, people don’t feel that way and are concerned about the issue ahead of voting day. Local News CBC Toronto October 1, 2026 Toronto's small businesses want affordability, safety and support from the next mayor: TABIA Small businesses across the city are watching the Toronto mayoral campaign closely. From affordability to safety and navigating tariffs, neighbourhood business improvement associations have laid out some main priorities they'd like to see from the Local News Global News Toronto October 1, 2026 Cowan, Stolarz push Maple Leafs past Islanders 2-1 Easton Cowan had a goal and an assist as the Toronto Maple Leafs topped the New York Islanders 2-1 on Wednesday night. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 2 people accused of defrauding Ajax FC Soccer Club of over $650K: police Two people who were employed at the Ajax FC Soccer Club have been charged after allegedly defrauding more than $650,000 of league funds, Durham police have found. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Ontario ministers defend secret payout to Elon Musk's SpaceX over nixed Starlink deal Ontario ministers defended keeping secret the province's payout to Elon Musk's SpaceX over a cancelled Starlink contract, as critics accused the government of obfuscation during the recent release of its latest financial statements. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Do election debates really matter? Did you watch the Toronto mayoral debate last week? From clashes over affordability and transit to a campaign announcement, candidates exchanged heated ideas. CBC’s Tyler Cheese dives into how much debates matter — and if Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Ontario completes latest push to raise highway speed limits Ontario has completed its latest push to raise speed limits on provincial highways. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Residential school survivors in Toronto gather for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Survivors of Canada’s residential school system spoke in Toronto Wednesday to mark the sixth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and share their hopes for a better future for Ontarians. Local News Global News Toronto September 30, 2026 Barnes says Raptors expectations haven’t changed When Kawhi Leonard returned to the Toronto Raptors, expectations around the team grew exponentially. Suddenly a deep post-season run was in reach. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 How will the 'Super El Niño' impact fall colours in Ontario? What's expected to be the strongest El Niño on record may delay Ontario's stunning fall foliage, but experts say there's no reason to worry — the colour show will go on. Local News Global News Toronto September 30, 2026 Conservative Scott Aitchison confirms intention to resign from Parliament Scott Aitchison will be the eighth MP to leave Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative caucus since the 2025 election, as Global News reported on Tuesday. Local News Global News Toronto September 30, 2026 Distraction thefts spiking in Peel, police say after woman robbed of $19K in jewelry Peel Regional Police say distraction thefts are spiking in the region, citing a recent case involving a woman being robbed of $19,000 in jewelry as an example. Local News Global News Toronto September 30, 2026 Blue Jays GM Atkins says ‘everything needs to be assessed’ after last-place finish Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said "everything needs to be assessed" in the wake of the team's performance this past season. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Peel police warn of rise in distraction thefts with 266 cases so far this year Peel police are warning of an increase in distraction thefts in the region after receiving 266 reports so far this year. They said people should avoid unwanted physical contact and report any suspicious activity, vehicles Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Maple Leafs lose season opener to Canadiens as McKenna, Marchenko make Toronto debut Gavin McKenna and Kirill Marchenko were among 10 players to suit up with Toronto for the first time in a 3-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens as the NHL regular season opened for both teams. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 New bus-only roadway on former Scarborough RT route will shorten commute times: TTC Some Scarborough commuters will have their travel time shortened, the TTC says, thanks to the opening of the new Scarborough Busway on Wednesday. Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Toronto's mayoral candidates on how they'll address transit affordability and TTC fares With less than a month until voters head to the polls, Toronto's mayoral candidates promise a wide range of value propositions for the TTC, including continued fare freezes, refunds for late vehicles and fare evasion Local News CBC Toronto September 30, 2026 Now that you know the truth, what do you do about reconciliation? Fear of making a misstep can leave people unsure how to participate in reconciliation, but both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people say there are countless ways to contribute. Local News CBC Toronto September 29, 2026 Police release images and description of pickup truck involved in fatal Mississauga hit and run Police have released a description of a pickup truck that they believe fatally struck a man in his 60s in a hit and run in Mississauga on Tuesday.