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TORONTO (AP) — American Jesse Marsch was hired Monday as coach of Canada’s men’s national soccer team and signed to a contract through the 2026 World Cup. The 50-year-old takes over Canada ahead of the Copa América, where Canada plays defending champion Argentina in the tournament opener on June 20. Marsch replaced John Herdman, who […]

TORONTO — Swimming sensation Summer McIntosh is setting the early tone at the weeklong Olympic & Paralympic Trials. The 17-year-old from Toronto finished first in the women’s 400-metre freestyle at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre. McIntosh finished in three minutes 59.06 seconds. She was the lone swimmer in the race to come in under […]

Ottawa city officials say Israel’s flag will be raised Tuesday in a private event to mark the country’s national day. In a statement, the city says it’s agreed to allow the Jewish Federation of Ottawa to hold a ceremony but it’s not giving details about where or when it will be.  Last week, the city […]

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index moved lower Monday while U.S. markets were mixed ahead of major economic data reports coming later this week.  The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 49.76 points at 22,259.17. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 81.33 points at 39,431.51. The S&P 500 index was down 1.26 […]

HAMILTON — Bo Levi Mitchell took a positive first step Monday. The veteran quarterback practised in the Hamilton Tiger-Cats’ first full training camp workout. The 34-year-old Texan participated in 30 to 40 plays just five days after arriving at rookie camp with a walking boot on his right foot. Mitchell suffered a right leg fracture […]

TORONTO — Multiple health organizations are asking Ontario to develop a comprehensive strategy to prepare for the province’s upcoming loosening of alcohol rules. Sales of beer, wine, cider, and ready-to-drink cocktails will be allowed in convenience stores and all grocery stores in Ontario by 2026. Premier Doug Ford promised in 2018 to expand the sale […]

TORONTO — Next time Android users in Canada make a 911 call, a new service embedded in their phones will transmit their location to emergency responders. Google announced the debut of Android’s Emergency Location Service in Canada on Monday, saying its goal is to reduce response times by helping emergency personnel locate people in need […]

TORONTO — Canadian banks provided almost US$104 billion in fossil fuel funding last year despite the urgent need to reduce emissions, says the latest annual Banking on Climate Chaos report. The report out Monday from a coalition of climate groups said the total includes US$28.2 billion from RBC to place it seventh globally and US$24 […]

TORONTO — Strength in the financial and base metal stocks helped Canada’s main stock index edge higher in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets also rose to start the trading week. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 3.40 points at 22,312.33. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 40.99 points at 39,553.83. […]

TORONTO — Ted Baker Canada has begun closing sales at its stores as well as its Brooks Brothers and Lucky Brand locations. Matthew Butler, a spokesperson representing Ted Baker Canada, confirmed the sales would encompass the trio of brands’ entire Canadian and U.S. footprint. Court records show the three apparel retailers have 25 stores in […]