It is Wednesday, June 3. Here are the top stories we are following today.
Groceries and Essentials Top-Up Payment Coming This Week
Canadian families and individuals eligible for the GST/HST credit will see a one-time top-up payment in their bank accounts this week. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced that those entitled to the rebranded Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) will receive an additional payment equal to 50% of their previous GST/HST credit on Friday. This measure aims to provide financial relief for essential expenses amid rising costs.
Controversial Councillor Lisa Robinson Running for Mayor of Pickering
Controversial Pickering Councillor Lisa Robinson has declared her candidacy for the mayoral seat in the upcoming fall election. In a statement on Sunday, Robinson emphasized that her campaign is driven by ordinary citizens, not insiders. She urged residents to support her vision for honest leadership and respect for taxpayers, stating that questions should never be punished.
Lamborghini Crashes onto Highway 403 After Alleged Race with Motorcycle
A motorcyclist faces impaired driving charges after allegedly racing a Lamborghini on a rural road in Brantford. The incident ended with the luxury sports car airborne and crashing onto Highway 403. According to Brant County Ontario Provincial Police, the crash occurred near Rest Acres Road around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday. The Lamborghini landed in the median between eastbound and westbound lanes.
New Non-Stop Caribbean Flights Offer Alternative to U.S. Travel
As Canadians seek vacation options outside the United States, a boutique Caribbean airline is expanding its services. BermudAir, founded in 2023, announced new routes on Wednesday, including direct flights from Toronto Pearson to Turks and Caicos, with seamless connections to Anguilla. This provides easier access to exclusive destinations that are typically difficult to reach by air.
Four More Arrests in Hate-Motivated Assaults on Toronto's Jewish Community
Toronto Police have arrested four additional individuals in connection with suspected hate-motivated attacks targeting the city's Jewish community earlier this spring. The arrests were made by the Counter Terrorism Security Unit following incidents on April 30 and May 7 along the Bathurst Street corridor. Victims were attacked with Orbeez-style gel guns that fire gel beads. Police continue to investigate.
