The City of Toronto has approved a partnership with Rogers to deploy cameras and sensors at five key downtown intersections to monitor and analyze traffic flow, in an attempt to get rid of gridlock. According to Rogers, the 5G artificial intelligence system will record real-time data on vehicle, pedestrian, and cyclist movements as part of...
Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw announced a significant surge in carjackings within the city, marking over a 100% increase in the first three months of 2024 compared to the same timeframe last year. Statistics unveiled on Monday show a total of 68 carjackings since January 1, reflecting a 106% rise from the previous year. Demkiw...
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is set to create a new policy aimed at curbing the use of cellphones in classrooms. This decision came to light during the TDSB's Governance and Policy Committee meeting on Wednesday, where trustees voted in favor of developing a comprehensive cellphone and mobile device policy. Ward 11 Don Valley...
Toronto has decided to continue issuing licenses to rideshare drivers, including those from Uber, by revoking a previously established cap. This decision comes in the wake of legal action initiated by Uber Canada against the city. Uber Canada had filed an injunction with the Ontario Supreme Court on December 4, challenging the city's decision to...
The One under construction in July 2021 Apple has terminated its lease for retail space in Toronto's troubled 'The One' development, according to newly filed court documents. The luxury condo and retail project, located at Yonge and Bloor Streets, was pushed into receivership due to construction delays and a debt of $1.6 billion. "The Project...
Rogers announced today its plans to present Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" in Canada. The global superstar will perform six shows at the Rogers Centre in Toronto from November 14-16, and November 21-23, 2024. This makes Swift the first artist ever to perform six shows at the iconic stadium. Get ready, ‘Swifties’. "We're thrilled that...
Apple and Major League Baseball (MLB) have announced the schedule for "Friday Night Baseball" in August 2023, which will be available to all Apple TV+ subscribers. The games will be called each week by a team of experienced commentators, including Wayne Randazzo, Dontrelle Willis, Heidi Watney, Alex Faust, Ryan Spilborghs, and Tricia Whitaker. Former MLB...