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Opposition leaders condemn the purchase of a $29-million private jet to fly Ontario Premier Doug Ford around for government business; the Toronto Police hate crimes unit is investigating an assault on a bus in Scarborough that was captured on camera; and, what happens if the shop storing your tires for the winter goes out of business?

The premier spoke out against calls for a pilot project looking to ban ‘surveillance pricing’ at grocery stores; TTC riders are expressing their frustration with the changes made to the Jane bus after the opening of the Eglinton LRT; and, chargebacks are an important way to protect yourself during credit card purchases, but they're also being used by criminals to get merchandise for free.

Toronto city council is working to reassess a proposal to charge admission for World Cup Fan Fest; one day after announcing plans to increase jail capacity, the government is trying to explain why dozens of prisoners were mistakenly let out; and, airbags can deploy due to rough road conditions or some other incident triggering airbag sensors and cost drivers big.

The federal government is set to temporarily suspend the federal fuel excise tax on gas and diesel starting next week; documents obtained by CTV News show the Ontario government rejected a program to help 21 high school graduates learn trades at Toronto's transit system; and, a petition is calling on council to move forward with a pilot project to make part of Church Street a pedestrian-only area this summer.

Ontario will cut the number of trustees at the Toronto District School Board nearly in half and create new non-elected executive roles; the mayor's office is pushing back against driverless taxis on city streets amid reports that Waymo is working to bring its vehicles to Toronto; and, fourth year students at Ontario Tech University showcased some of what they've learned at their annual design exhibition.

Police say five people charged in connection to the fatal 2025 shooting of a teenage boy in Stoney Creek had ties to towing company; the province is putting forward legislation to reduce how long prospective teachers are in school; and, golf season is underway in the city, with Toronto's five public courses officially opening this morning.

Mayoral hopeful Brad Bradford says Olivia Chow is leaving Scarborough behind as he pushed for updates on the Scarborough East LRT plan; the latest incident at an east end waste facility in the past few months is being investigated as arson; Closing arguments resumed today in the sexual assault trial of billionaire businessman Frank Stronach.

Police say a 30-year-old Brampton man has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Jewish-owned restaurant in North York; Peel police are investigating a suspicious tow truck fire in the driveway of a Brampton home last night; and, A collation of cancer clinicians is calling on provincial and federal authorities to make three key changes to speed up Canadians' access to care.

TTC officials have apologized after a hydraulic oil spill caused lengthy closures on Line 2; the city is turning to AI to unclog congested streets starting this spring; and, some residents of Rosedale are investing in increased security and private patrols following a rash of break-ins.

Major Canadian airlines announce they'll be adding a fuel surcharge to some holidays as oil prices are driven up by the war in Iran; the Toronto Blue Jays hope to put an end to their losing streak as they play host to the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first time since last year's World Series; and, the Eglinton Crosstown LRT runs later as the service works to get to full capacity.

The gas price roller coaster continues for drivers in the GTA, with prices up seven cents over the past two days; a 60-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital after hitting a curb while driving an electric scooter in Brampton; and, Canada's Competition Bureau is warning of criminals creating fake contests to get your personal information.

People across the country gathered for launch parties as Artemis II prepared to blast off on a lunar mission; There is anger over the province's decision to end an international languages program at the Toronto Catholic District School Board; and, as the war continues in the Middle East, the travel sector is warning holiday plans are about to cost you a lot more.

Investigators probe the circumstances surrounding an early morning house fire in North York that left two people dead; 16 years after he and hundreds of others arrived in Canada on a cargo ship from Sri Lanka, a Toronto man is fighting to stay here; and, Canadians send over one million e-transfers a day, but what happens if information is entered incorrectly and the money goes missing?

Five people were arrested after a smash-and-grab at an Oshawa mall jewelry store; the family of a 93-year-old Ontario woman with severe dementia are calling for change after she was charged with assault by OPP; and, many people use doorbell cameras as a layer of security – but where is your video footage being stored and who has access to it?

The Toronto Blue Jays begin their quest to return to the World Series as they throw out the first pitch of their 50th season; the family of a Mississauga boy raises concerns after a school bus drops him off at the wrong school; and, City council approves a motion for expanded police presence at TTC stations.

Tax breaks for home buyers and businesses, health care and education spending are just some highlights of the government's 2026 budget; a Toronto hockey coach is fighting back after he was fired from his position over complaints he alleges were invented; and, the Blue Jays spoke about the sky-high expectations following last season's World Series appearance ahead of the home opener.

Crews begin the demolition of a Mississauga home ravaged by fire where one body was discovered, despite all the home’s residents being accounted for; next week’s provincial budget includes the expansion of a tax break for home buyers to wake up the sleepy housing market; and, recent changes mean some pharmacies are now able to fill pet prescriptions for medications, possibly saving pet owners money.

A late-night fire at a Mississauga home leaves one person dead; Toronto Police announce they’re deploying heavily armed officers to deter violence in key areas like tourist hubs and places of worship; and, deceptive job listings are rampant online and while they may appear convincing, victims have lost their personal information along with thousands of dollars.

Six suspects are facing a combined 30 charges after police say they busted a ‘violent’ criminal network targeting luxury vehicles across the Greater Toronto Area; MPPs returned to Queens Park for the first time since December, with the Ford government set to table it's budget on Thursday; and, a new survey finds the average household pays for nearly three streaming subscriptions each, but the costs are a growing concern.

Ontario moves to outlaw the resale of tickets for more than face value seven years after axing a cap on those prices; the price of gas is expected to rise and drag food prices up with it as the war in Iran drags on; and, the sexual assault trial of billionaire Frank Stronach will resume at the end of March.

Family and friends of a 13-year-old boy who was struck and killed by a GO train in Mississauga struggle to come to terms with their loss; Ontario works to update its medical records system as part of an effort to improve primary care; and, police issue a warning for homeowners to be cautious of aggressive door-to-door contractors.

Police charge a suspect in a home invasion in Vaughan who was shot by the homeowner as investigators search for three other suspects; calls for a provincial inquiry into an OPP probe that cleared three Toronto police officers accused of collusion in the Umar Zameer murder trial; and, statues on the grounds of the Ontario Legislature will soon be covered in protective wrapping.

The OPP clears three Toronto police officers accused of colluding to lie during the trial of Umar Zameer; renewed concerns about violence on the TTC after two men are sent to hospital following a stabbing inside the Bloor subway station; and, a 48-flurry of announcements from the Ford government on everything from bringing booze to street festivals to expending HOV lane use.

Fresh outrage over a convicted child killer getting two more passes for unescorted temporary absences from prison; Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveils a list of changes he wants to see to crack down on crime in the province; and, drivers call for more action as potholes cause problems for motorists across the city.

Janice Golding reports on Ontario Premier Doug Ford calling for an injunction against the Al-Quds rally scheduled to take place in Toronto on Saturday; John Musselman examines Ottawa's 'Keeping Canadians Safe Act,' which aims to provide new tools for police services to investigate cybercrime; If you're planning to get away for the March Break or maybe this summer, there are certain things you always bring with you on a trip. Pat Foran has more.

Gas prices are set to rise again in the GTA following a brief reprieve and one industry analyst says there may not be an end in sight to the “upward trajectory” amid the effective closure of the world’s busiest oil shipping channel.

The registered disability savings plan is a long-term savings plan designed to help those with disabilities save for the future, but some families say it could be improved; a new device being developed by Guelph University researchers is promising new hope for Lyme disease patients; and, a 102-year-old man won four races at Canadian Masters, still running long after most people expected him to hang up the shoes.

Premier Ford says the province will take control of Toronto's stake in the airport as part of a plan to expand runways to allow jets to operate; with the FIFA World Cup just months away Canada Men’s Soccer Coach Jesse Marsch is preparing for the biggest challenge of his career. But first, a very personal challenge is being highlighted; and, advances in vehicle technology come at a price, with more insurance companies 'writing off' vehicles after even minor accidents.

Torontonians have been given an early taste of spring, with unseasonably warm temperatures; a new pre-clearance facility at Billy Bishop Airport looks to speed things up for travellers heading to the U.S.; and, an agency that protects consumers in Ontario is warning some companies are accepting mortgage funds, despite not being licensed to do so.

More information is being revealed about the history of one of the higher-ranking officers charged in Project South. Jon Woodward reports; Mike Walker has more on how the Toronto Maple Leafs fared at this year's trade deadline, trading several players in exchange for future draft picks; Premier Doug Ford is considering a plan to fill in part of Lake Ontario to build a new convention centre. Siobhan Morris reports.

New disciplinary documents relating to Richard Black in the Project South investigation are expected to be released; Hamilton police have arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting in 2023 following a dispute outside a billiard hall; and, many new products contain technology that makes appliances smarter and more efficient, but that doesn't mean they'll last longer.

Two people were arrested after a student protest at Queen’s Park got heated Wednesday afternoon; one day after former Mayor John Tory announced he would not be running for his old job, the attention turns to who will; and, Men going door-to-door offered to clean out an Etobicoke woman’s eavestroughs for a low price, but once they got on the roof, she was told it needed to be replaced right away.

Police are warning Oshawa residents about a convicted murderer released on a three-day unescorted temporary absence permit; many fraudulent texts and emails used to be easy to spot, but with the advent of 'AI' some scams can now look like the real thing; and, today marks 100 days until the FIFA World Cup arrives in Toronto, with the city hosting six games during the tournament.

A Mississauga woman’s disappearance nearly four years ago is now being investigated as a homicide; Around the clock construction is now underway at Bay and College, impacting traffic in the area for more than a month; and, the nearly year-long fight to save the ice at Weston Lions Arena has succeeded.

A construction worker was rescued more than four hours after being pinned by a piece of concrete at a construction site in the city’s west end on Friday; 27-year-old sentenced to nearly five years in prison after being found guilty of killing a York Regional Police officer in a head-on crash in 2022; Siobhan Morris looks at where things stand in the Legislature as Doug Ford marks one year since being re-elected as Ontario's premier.

Ontario’s plan to give special constables powers to arrest and charge people caught using drugs in public places is drawing mixed reviews; Durham Regional Police are showcasing the drones which will be serving as first responders in a new pilot project; and, Marilyn Denis is signing off after 40 years on Toronto’s airwaves.

A mother is speaking out about alleged violence she says her son endured at a Mississauga Montessori school; more than five years after defying public health orders during the pandemic, a former Toronto restaurant owner is getting his day in court; and, a unique program aims to give budding young scientists the change to get some hands-on experience.

A new report outlines the difficulties of selling newly built homes in the GTA; the Leafs returned to the ice for the first time since the Olympic break, as captain Auston Matthews made a stop at the White House; and, there are calls for an Auditor General inquiry into money Metrolinx has spent on SmartTrack stations which may never open to the public.

One day after violence erupted on the streets of Mexico, thousands of Canadians remain in the country with no clear picture how or when they’ll be able to leave; Calls continue for the provincial government to scrap their announced changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program, which critics say will leave many drowning in debt; and, a controversial drug to slow the progression of Alzheimer's has hit a roadblock in Canada.

There are more reports of travellers falling ill after staying at a Mexican resort, with some alleging the resort tried to get them to sign non-disclosure agreements in exchange for medical care; Canada's men's hockey team has advanced to the gold medal game at the Winter Olympics; and, there’s hope Taste of Danforth will return this summer after the premier indicated he’d provide support for the popular festival, contingent on aid from the city.

The federal government announced new measures it says will support law enforcement in ‘detecting and disrupting extortion’ across Canada; Dozens of Canadians returning from one hotel in Mexico are complaining of painful symptoms when they got back to Canada; and, a Toronto business executive has gifted $10M to Sunnybrook Health Sciences to expand treatment and research into obsessive compulsive disorder.

Wednesday's freezing rain was the first weather test for the new Eglinton Crosstown LRT; The third of seven complainants took the stand to testify about her alleged interactions with billionaire businessman Frank Stronach; and, sales staff can be aggressive, and you have to be careful you don't sign contracts for something you might not want or need.

Two people stabbed during an altercation inside a North York home on Monday night remain in critical condition, Toronto police say; Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited has announced a $141M investment into its facility in Brampton; and, fire services in the GTA are warning there's been an increase this year in the number of lithium-ion battery fires connected to e-bikes and e-scooters.

Canada's women's hockey team has their eyes on the road to gold after winning a semi-final matchup against Switzerland; actor Robert Duvall has died at the age of 95 after a career spent in front of and behind the camera, in some of the most iconic films of all time; and, Monday was the first full squad day at spring training for the Blue Jays and some of the team's newest additions are now on site.

Testimony continued Friday in the sexual assault trial of billionaire businessman Frank Stronach; Stellantis has offered workers from it's shuttered Brampton plant first choice of new shifts in Windsor, but it's unclear how many people will make the move; and, a classic video game has become a tool in the battle to overcome multiple sclerosis.

Metrolinx’s CEO acknowledged that the agency did not meet acceptable standards communicating with riders following a train derailment; the province has announced sweeping changes to support post-secondary institutions as they continue to face financial challenges; and, the Oshawa Generals have apologized to fans after asking them to bathe before coming to watch games.

Rahim Ladhani has more on how the city is showing its support after a deadly mass shooting in B.C.; The search continues for a 90-year-old man who went missing from his East end home nearly two weeks ago; and, Cuba continues to deal with a critical fuel shortage as Canadians there try to it home before the situation gets worse.

Councilors are putting their stamp of approval on Toronto's 2026 budget; the Gordie Howe International bridge has now become the centre of the latest dispute in the on-going trade war between the U.S. and Canada; and, at Holland Bloorview kids Rehabilitation Hospital - the Toronto Scepters are visiting but according to the players, the heroes are the kids.

After more than a decade of construction, the Eglinton Crosstown LRT is officially open and faced its first weekday rush; BMO has partnered with Wounded Warriors Canada to expand access to trauma support for veterans and first responder families; and, After more than six decades in business Steve’s Music Store has announced a major restructuring, with several locations closing in order to ‘stay strong in a competitive market.’

The premier has ruled out the possibility of a public inquiry into the Eglinton Crosstown LRT delays, despite calls from the opposition; a Scarborough artist is making his debut at the Art Gallery of Ontario with a new large-scale exhibit highlighting Sikh history; and, most of us don't think twice about using shampoo, deodorants, or lotions, but some of them could have substances that may cause serious side effects.

Seven Toronto police officers are allegedly implicated in an investigation by York Regional Police dubbed 'Project South;' there are growing calls for an inquiry into the Toronto Police Service by Ontario politicians following allegations of corruption; and, Pat Foran examines people making money through private lending and the risks they face while loaning money to individuals who were most likely denied by banks.