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Today’s Top Stories:
🕊️ Israel and Hamas Sign Gaza Ceasefire Deal as First Phase Takes Effect
Israel and Hamas officially signed the first phase of President Trump's Gaza peace plan on Thursday, with the ceasefire set to begin within 24 hours of Israeli cabinet approval. The deal includes the release of 20 remaining Israeli hostages within 72 hours in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, marking a potential end to the two-year conflict that has killed over 67,000 Palestinians.
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🛢️ Carney Discusses Keystone XL Pipeline Revival in Trump Trade Talks
Prime Minister Mark Carney raised the possibility of reviving the cancelled Keystone XL pipeline during his recent meetings with President Trump as part of broader trade discussions. The pipeline proposal, first suggested over 15 years ago, could provide relief from U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum.
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📦Union Representing Canada Post Strike and Federal Minister to Meet
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers will meet with the federal minister responsible for recent Canada Post mandate changes that sparked the ongoing strike. Union leaders blame the government's new policies, including ending door-to-door delivery and allowing post office closures, for the current work stoppage.
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🐟 New Brunswick Seafood Company Hit with Temporary Foreign Worker Ban and $1M Fine
A major New Brunswick seafood processing company has been slapped with a temporary foreign worker program ban and a $1 million penalty for program violations. The punishment represents one of the largest enforcement actions taken against employers misusing the federal temporary foreign worker system.
🏥 Over 153,000 Canadians Harmed in Hospitals Last Year, Study Reveals
A new study found that more than 153,000 people suffered preventable harm while receiving care in Canadian hospitals during the past fiscal year. The research highlights ongoing patient safety challenges across the country's healthcare system despite efforts to reduce medical errors and improve care quality.
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🚨 COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations Rising Across Canada
Federal health data shows positive COVID-19 tests and outbreaks are increasing nationwide, with growing numbers of hospitalizations reported across multiple provinces. Health officials are urging Canadians to stay updated on vaccinations as the country enters the fall respiratory illness season.
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Weekend Watch
FRIDAY VIBES:
🏀 NBA Preseason: Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics
The Raptors take on the defending NBA champions in preseason action at Scotiabank Arena on Friday, October 10th at 7:00 PM. Watch rising star RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes face off against Jayson Tatum and the Celtics as both teams prepare for the regular season.
SATURDAY LAUGHS:
🎤 Stand Up Comedy Showcase at The Groove Bar & Grill
Join headliner Oussama Tabbara and a lineup of Toronto's funniest comedians for an evening of laughs, great food, and good vibes on Thursday, October 9th at 9:00 PM. Stay after the show for open mic night where you can test your own comedy chops or just enjoy watching brave souls take the stage.
SUNDAY WIND-DOWN:
🎵 All Vinyl Everything - Thanksgiving Long Weekend '25 Edition
No laptops, no Serato—just turntables and vinyl at The Drake Hotel Lounge on Sunday, October 12th starting at 10:00 PM. DJ Aristotle brings his extensive music knowledge alongside residents Mista Jiggz and Agile for a night of deep cuts and danceable beats.
Know about a can't-miss party, pop-up, or event coming up in the GTA? Let us know.
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Freebie Fridays
FREEBIES AROUND THE CITY 👀
📅 Courtyard Open Fridays
Take a breather in Old City Hall’s open-air courtyard, a hidden gem tucked away in the middle of downtown. Pack a lunch, meet up with friends, or just relax and soak in the heritage architecture.
📅 Fluid Fossils: Anna Binta Diallo
This site-specific mural by Winnipeg artist Anna Binta Diallo dives into themes of time, memory, and interdependence through the metaphor of fossils.
🌙 Nuit Blanche Toronto
Toronto’s free, all-night contemporary art festival returned October 4th until October 12th, transforming public spaces with over 85 works by local and international artists. This year’s theme, Translating the City, stretches across North York, Etobicoke, and downtown with installations, talks, and workshops.
🎵 Toronto Reggaeton Festival @ El Rancho
Toronto's biggest Friday party brings the heat with reggaeton, top 40, hip hop, R&B, salsa, and bachata all night long at El Rancho on College Street. Everyone gets in free before 11 PM, plus $5 tequila specials to fuel your dance moves until 3 AM.
🏀 WNBA Finals Watch Party – Her Game Toronto
Cheer on the best women's basketball players in the world with fellow fans at this exciting watch party celebrating women's sports. It's the perfect opportunity to experience the energy of the WNBA Finals while connecting with Toronto's growing women's basketball community.
🖼️ Hiroshima Appeals: A Poster Exhibition of Global Messages
This powerful exhibition at The Japan Foundation features 29 posters from the acclaimed "Hiroshima Appeals" series, including KAMEKURA Yūsaku's masterpiece "Burning Butterflies" from 1983. Running through December 20th, the collection commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII with abstract, conceptual designs focused on global peace and compassion.
🎤 Friday Night Music Open Mic at The Greenwood
Grab your guitar, bring your voice, or just come to listen as local musicians take the stage every Friday night at The Greenwood. Whether you're a seasoned performer or first-time open mic participant, it's a supportive space to share music and discover new talent in an intimate setting.
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Upcoming Events / News:
BLUE JAYS TO PLAY AGAIN SUNDAY: The Blue Jays will face either the Seattle Mariners or the Detroit Tigers in the ALCS Series.
CFL WEEK 19: Friday features the Toronto Argonauts and Saskatchewan Roughriders. Saturday has three games: Calgary Stampeders and Hamilton Tiger-Cats at 3:00 p.m., Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Edmonton Elks at 7:00 p.m., and Ottawa Redblacks and Montreal Alouettes on Monday, October 13th at 1:00 p.m.
RAPTORS PLAY CELTICS: The Toronto Raptors will play the Boston Celtic tonight in a home game with the odds for either team nearly 50/50 slightly in favour of the Raptors.
RAPTORS PLAY WIZARDS: The Toronto Raptors will play the Wizards this Sunday.
LEAFS PLAY RED WINGS: The Toronto Maple Leafs will face off against the Detroit again after their loss last Saturday.
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