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Canada’s grocery scene is pivoting hard toward value — not just cheaper prices, but real, holistic value — reshaping everything from store layouts and private labels to tech and real estate. Discounters are surging, traditional supermarkets are scrambling to balance cost and quality, and premium spots still carve niches where they matter most. AI-driven meal planning, strategic store placements, a...

Canada’s oldest known resident, Joseph Mery Arthur, just turned 110—born in Haiti in 1916, now thriving in Montreal with 25 grandkids and 15 great-grandkids. His secret? Wisdom, moderation, and staying active—still walking, reading, and doing crosswords despite fading eyesight. A former public servant with deep sports knowledge (baseball, tennis), he’s a pillar of his community and family, known f...

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is finally set to open this month, after years of delays and diplomatic back-and-forth between Canada and the U.S. Construction is complete, and officials from both sides are rushing to finalize the final details, with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer calling it a major economic win for her state. A ribbon-cutting ceremony previously scheduled for early June...

A Pride flag made by Toronto students at R.H. McGregor Elementary was burned — but the community didn’t back down. Parents and kids rallied with rainbow flags, handmade signs, and even pushed for a permanent rainbow crosswalk. School leaders and the mayor joined the chorus of support, turning pain into power and proving that love and unity will always rise stronger than hate. Listen in comfort: Ge...

This Friday night, history is made in the Toronto Blue Jays broadcast booth as Madison Shipman becomes the first woman to call a regular-season game for the team. Known from Sportsnet’s panel and with deep ties to the Jays since 2023, Shipman brings elite credentials — including ESPN experience and collegiate softball chops — as she steps into the booth for all three games against the Padres. Her...

Canada’s iconic 24 Sussex Drive, the prime minister’s official residence, is finally getting the attention it deserves after sitting vacant and in disrepair for over a decade. With a $50 million restoration goal, a national crowdfunding campaign has already attracted 2,000 donors and raised over $460,000 — a promising start but still just 1% of the target. Former PMs are lending their voices to th...

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is finally set to open soon, after years of delays and political drama, marking a major leap for cross-border trade and community ties between Detroit and Windsor — a historic project named for hockey legend Gordie Howe, now poised to become the region’s newest economic lifeline. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount...

A new city report warns that expanding Billy Bishop Airport could disrupt Toronto’s Inner Harbour water flow, threatening sewage cleanup efforts, recreational use, biodiversity, and even drinking water quality — undoing billions in recent infrastructure investments. Experts urge environmentally sound construction to protect the waterfront, as the province’s vague expansion plans clash with the cit...

Durham police arrest 19-year-old Tuan Ubayd Badurdeen after a July raid in Pickering, uncovering a Glock auto sear switch, drugs, and paraphernalia — all while he was already under a weapons prohibition, now facing four serious charges including possession with intent to sell. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn...

Over 2,600 applicants to Ontario’s Immigrant Nominee Program were suddenly rejected in late 2025 for alleged fraud—yet many say they were never given clear evidence. Now, around 300 are suing the government, demanding accountability and fair process, especially after months of protests and unanswered questions. Their case, heard at Ontario’s Divisional Court, challenges whether the province’s blan...

Australia’s bid to block kids under sixteen from social media is collapsing fast—new laws requiring age verification are failing because major platforms like Instagram and TikTok aren’t even asking for proof. A test by a software firm showed 90% of fake 16-year-old accounts slipped through without a hitch, even landing ads for youth banking or adult content. The government is doubling down with st...

A bestselling Australian author has filed a shocking federal lawsuit against a Florida millionaire, accusing him of sexual abuse, forced labor, and emotional torture. The 38-year-old writer claims the 69-year-old retired pilot coerced her into degrading acts, including wearing a dog collar and being treated as a sex slave, while also forcing her to sleep with others and view disturbing content. Th...

A 21-year-old man from Vaughan is facing multiple charges after allegedly attempting to buy thousands of dollars worth of baby formula and feminine hygiene products using fake payment methods—caught at two stores in Whitby and Ajax, with his car sporting two different license plates and stuffed with stolen goods plus a replica gun. Meanwhile, a 30-year-old in Richmond Hill has been charged with vo...

A 24-year-old man in Hamilton has been arrested for allegedly using social media to lure underage girls, with charges including sexual assault spanning from 2024 to 2026. Police describe him as 5’8”, 132 lbs, thin, with black hair, and are urgently seeking public help to identify potential additional victims. Authorities stress that even small details matter—anyone with information should contact...

A Mississauga bus driver was acquitted in a tragic crash that killed a 50-year-old mother, after prosecutors failed to prove she was at fault — despite video showing her focused and hands on the wheel. The judge called the sudden, unexplained braking failure “perplexing,” noting the bus’s brakes were only examined weeks later — too late to determine if malfunction caused the chain-reaction collisi...

The Toronto Blue Jays, MLB’s only Canadian team, are rocking patriotic “America 250” jerseys for the All-Star Game — complete with stars and stripes, priced at $319. Fans are split, with many rejecting the design, especially since star player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. isn’t even playing. Instead, Ernie Clement, Dylan Cease, and Louis Varland will represent the team, alongside manager John Schneider. T...

The Italian Centre Shop is making a grand entrance in Calgary with its sixth Alberta location, opening July 16th — a 22,000-square-foot Italian cultural hub that’ll create 150 jobs and bring Roman arches, a “Pantheon of Bread,” and a full-service deli to northwest Calgary. Rooted in over 60 years of family, food, and community, this new spot blends imported European goods, artisan bakery, hot food...

A Canadian court just ruled that a billboard calling Trudeau and other politicians “liars” is protected free speech — a major win for political expression. The case began when a man rented a highway billboard near Thessalon, featuring photos of top leaders with the word “liars.” The Ministry of Transportation tried to shut it down, first accusing it of promoting white supremacy (the man said it wa...

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Copper thefts terrorizing rural Milton are finally hitting a breaking point—police nabbed a 41-year-old suspect, Stewart Winney, after a fiery chase, but the case is far from over as investigators hunt for more accomplices behind the costly, service-disrupting crimes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This...

Fake news is flooding the web about Toronto Pearson Airport, with AI-generated bots pumping out over 100 misleading articles daily—fabricating chaos, fake numbers, and tech outages that never happened. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority is sounding the alarm, urging travelers to ignore clickbait and rely on official sources. Pearson is teaming up with other North American airports to shut down...

The Blue Jays are riding a hot offensive streak into their showdown with the Padres, dropping 19 runs in two games — and they’re hoping to keep the momentum alive before the All-Star break. While their pitching staff has battled injuries and inconsistency, Dylan Cease is firing on all cylinders, Trey Yesavage is staying deep into games, and Kevin Gausman is back to form. Meanwhile, the Padres’ rot...

Ontario’s jails are getting a major security upgrade with four new drug-sniffing K-9 units set to patrol high-risk facilities, tackling the root cause of violence and overdoses by detecting trace amounts of contraband that human checks miss. These highly trained dogs can clear areas in minutes—where officers might take hours—offering peace of mind and a faster, more reliable way to keep facilities...

Toronto’s BMO Field went from 28,000 to 43,000 seats in a flash for the World Cup, thanks to massive temporary stands that looked like sci-fi scaffolding—until FIFA draped them in banners. Despite the wild aesthetic and early safety concerns, zero major injuries occurred during the tournament, save for one minor tumble. Just eight days after the final whistle, crews are tearing it all down, return...

The Supreme Court of Canada has reinstated a mandatory six-month jail sentence for anyone convicted of buying or soliciting sex from a minor, overturning a lower court ruling that deemed it unconstitutional. The decision, handed down in a 7-2 vote, reaffirms the severity of such crimes and sends a strong message about protecting minors and ensuring consistent punishment. The case stems from 2018,...