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Good morning, Toronto. It is Wednesday, February 25, 2026, and the city is waking up to a mix of infrastructure challenges, major transit disruptions, and a significant rebound in the international travel sector. As we move through the final week of February, the intersection of public safety and municipal maintenance is dominating the headlines. In today’s briefing, we cover the escalating pothole crisis following a winter deep freeze, the ongoing […]

Good morning, Toronto. Here's what you need to know to start your week informed. We've compiled the top five stories impacting our city and its residents today. 1. Tax Season Opens Across Canada Today The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) officially began accepting income tax returns for the 2025 tax year on Monday, kicking off what many Canadians consider the most stressful time of the financial calendar. Taxpayers have until April […]

Good morning, Toronto. Here's what you need to know today, February 20, 2026. Ontario Ends Tuition Freeze, Boosts Post-Secondary Funding The Ontario government announced Thursday it will end the post-secondary tuition freeze that has been in place since 2019, while simultaneously increasing operational funding for colleges and universities across the province. The decision marks a significant shift in provincial education policy. Beginning with the 2026-2027 academic year, institutions will be […]

Thursday, February 19, 2026 : Good morning, Toronto. Here are the five stories shaping the city today, covering municipal politics, sports, transit safety, weather, and federal politics. 1. Mayor Chow Proposes Tax Relief for Small Businesses in 2026 Budget Mayor Olivia Chow unveiled key details of her 2026 budget proposal on Wednesday, highlighting a package of tax relief measures aimed at supporting Toronto's small business community. The proposal comes as […]

Good morning. Here are the top five stories Toronto residents need to know this Wednesday, February 18, 2026. 1. Multiple Toronto Police Officers Charged in Major Corruption Investigation Toronto police announced charges against several officers following a lengthy investigation into alleged organized crime activities within the force. The probe, dubbed "Project South," has resulted in criminal charges against multiple serving members of the Toronto Police Service. Details of the investigation […]

Good morning, Toronto. Here are the top five stories you need to know this Tuesday, February 17, 2026. 1. Inflation Falls to 2.3% in January Canada's inflation rate dropped to 2.3 percent in January, marking a continued decline in consumer price increases and moving closer to the Bank of Canada's two-percent target. Statistics Canada released the Consumer Price Index data this morning, showing the year-over-year inflation rate decreased from 2.6 […]