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A woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle in a parking lot at the Shops at Don Mills; the Toronto District School Board announces it is cutting more than 200 administrative jobs as part of a plan to modernize; and, new reports from Ontario's auditor general raises troubling findings on trucking schools and special education.

One person is dead after an overnight fire at a supportive housing building at Yonge and Carlton Streets; an investigation is underway after a toddler's fatal fall from a North York high-rise; and, a third person now in isolation in Ontario because of the hantavirus is in Peel Region.

Canada is preparing as more than 140 people ready to disembark a ship where a deadly hantavirus outbreak killed three people; history will be made tonight when the Toronto Tempo host the Washington Mystics in their first-ever regular-season game; and, Sarah McLachlan and the National Ballet ‘s Noah Parets are among the Canadian performers taking the stage at The Glenn Gould Prize Gala.

Two Ontario residents who were on a cruise ship that’s been hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak are currently in isolation back at home; Ontario’s Fire Marshal is investigating after a Wednesday night house fire left a Vaughan man critically injured; the Toronto Tempo hit the practice court for the final time today ahead of Friday’s season opener.

The Ontario government reacts to Honda’s plans to stop building an EV plant in Canada; the Leafs won the league’s draft lottery Tuesday, dropping a franchise-altering decision onto a newly minted front office; and, with the cost of owning a vehicle now the third largest expense for Canadians, buying a new car is big decision.

Marit Stiles is facing criticism after suggesting Premier Doug Ford could be behind bars before the next provincial election; a facility in Milton which cares for children with complex medical need is expanding their services; and, how stores using algorithms and dynamic pricing is affecting the cost pricing of various items.

The Ontario legislature is back in session and the premier is trying to refocus on the economy after a string of controversies; mourners gather in Cobourg to pay respects to the family of OPP sergeant Brandon Malcolm; and, energy drinks have been around for decades, but many drinks can contain a ‘jolt’ of caffeine which could do more harm than good

Toronto stabbing suspect dies after being involved in accident while attempting to flee scene; staff at St. Mike’s Hospital perform a pioneering neurovascular surgery to treat hydrocephalus; and, &Juliet brings Shakespeare’s Juliet’s new life through a playlist of pop anthems.

Police say one man is dead following a shooting in midtown Toronto on Thursday afternoon and a suspect is in custody; an arson investigation is underway after a tow truck burst into flames in the driveway of a Brampton home; and, Ontario is considering a ban on cellphones in school, but studies show it's not just young people scrolling for hours on end.

The federal government is boosting funding for FIFA World Cup security by $145 million, including up to $45 million for Toronto; the building that once housed the historic Hudson’s Bay at the northeast corner of Bloor and Yonge may become a self-storage warehouse; and, the Toronto Tempo will tip off their first ever pre-season game, after months of planning and preparation.

The Ford government has passed a spring budget that includes provisions to let the premier and cabinet ministers keep their office records secret; Ontario introduced a bill which would allow the province to take over the City of Toronto's role in the island airport; Toronto soccer fans say they’re unhappy after finding out they’re unable to refund tickets purchased through the FIFA website.

An OPP officer who was killed in an on-duty motorcycle collision is being remembered as being dedicated to serving the community; a fire at a nightclub on Polson Pier is being investigated as a possible arson; and, a Mississauga man who is one of the oldest people in the province celebrated his 107th birthday today,

The driver who struck and killed an Ontario father of three last summer has pled guilty; a group of Whitby residents have filed an FOI request to find out exactly what some of the mayors of Canada's largest cities have discussed in a group chat; and, an Ontario woman told CTV News she’s paid over $13,000 for repairs to two of her vehicles after rodents caused damage to it.

Festivals, sporting events and road closures to make travelling around the city more challenging this weekend; Mayor Olivia Chow speaks out on the battle over the operation of Billy Bishop Airport; and, customers line up for hours to try to get their stored tires and rims from a business that shut its doors.

Police in Brampton are working to see if three overnight tow truck fires in the span of 30 minutes were connected; Doug Ford says he believes the government should have a jet but won't reconsider his decision to sell it after widespread backlash; and, Toronto Police warn of an increase in counterfeit money circulating in the GTA, especially hundred and fifty-dollar bills.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province has sold off a private jet it purchased for $28.9 million following public outcry; a jail guard will find himself behind bars after pleading guilty to smuggling thousands of dollars of drugs and weapons into the Toronto South Detention Centre; and, the City of Toronto will soon start replacing almost a half a million ‘water meter transmission units’ after they failed prematurely.

Premier Doug Ford discussed his government’s decision to change course on purchasing a private jet following backlash; first-degree murder charges against an Ontario man accused of selling lethal substances online are expected to be dropped if he pleads guilty to aiding suicide; and, a new survey finds many Canadians are counting on getting tax money back to help them with the rising cost of living.

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.