About 5,000 Germany soccer fans marched to Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026, ahead of the city's third World Cup match, where Toronto hosts Germany and Ivory Coast. Live updates were provided by CP24.com Staff.
GO Transit Boosts Service for FIFA Match
GO Transit announced enhanced service for the FIFA World Cup match in Toronto, accommodating the influx of fans. City of Toronto officials expressed satisfaction with traffic management during the event.
Other News Highlights
In other developments, a female victim was critically injured in a downtown Toronto apartment shooting, paramedics reported. A sixth person died following a crash in Mapleton Township. A wildfire triggered an evacuation order for Lytton, B.C., a village ravaged by a 2021 blaze. A West Kelowna wildfire was deemed human-caused and accidental, officials said.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith commented on Cowboys Park controversy, saying, 'Looks like the fun police have struck again in Calgary.' Police sought public assistance into a Thursday night shooting in northeast Toronto. The Ottawa Charge signed Dara Greig, sister of Senator Ridly Greig, in a hockey family reunion. Service was suspended for O-Train Line 4.
A vehicle was set on fire in Montreal North, with the arson unit investigating. A boy remained in critical condition after a Montreal North fire sent two children to hospital. A festival welcomed a food truck turned circus act. US-Iran talks began Sunday in Switzerland as Tehran closed the strait over Lebanon fighting.
The Beaverbrook Art Gallery highlighted a controversial art piece. Canada imposed a 10% tariff on canned vegetables, excluding the U.S. and others. Historic meeting spaces for LGBTQ2S+ communities were featured in a walking tour. Beers, braids and bonding: hairstyle classes for dads aimed to challenge gender norms.
Regina Girl Guides reflected on traditional cookie sales after almost 100 years. Three things to expect in the Riders’ game against the Stamps were outlined. A funeral was set for five children killed in a tragic Ontario crash. A high-risk offender promised to leave the province after violating a court order.
A tornado was reported near Viceroy, Sask., marking the province’s 7th of 2026. An Ontario woman was convicted for letting her dog roam Crown land and kill a white-tailed deer. Sault police charged a man with trafficking a person under 18. Information was sought for a St. Thomas assault investigation.
A plan for a 38-storey high-rise was in doubt despite a six-month extension. A fatal motorcycle crash shut down a major south Barrie artery. A young man died in a Gravenhurst motorcycle crash. The Fire Marshal was called to investigate an overnight fire on Drouillard Road. Former UWindsor president Alan Wildeman died at 72.
National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations brought communities together at Royal Roads University. Canadians shouldn’t expect relief at gas pumps to last, experts said. Eight leatherback sea turtles were tagged off Nova Scotia nesting by the equator. At least 12 people were shot after an SUV opened fire on a crowd in Chicago, police said. A freight train collision in Germany sent two wagons plunging off a bridge, killing one person.
In politics, Canada met with the U.S. and Mexico on July 1 for CUSMA review. A bid to narrow transparency law was called 'a move in the wrong direction' by the information watchdog. New policies on social media and AI were introduced in Ottawa. In business, cash prize emails were sent out due to an 'error' by a Canadian tech company. The federal banking regulator OSFI lowered the domestic stability buffer to 3%. Canada imposed a 10% tariff on canned vegetables, excluding the U.S. and others.
Health experts provided opinions on how long it will take for Canada’s Koné to recover. Information about meningitis followed the death of a 35-year-old actor. Dangerous implications from a social media trend involving microwaved toys were highlighted. In entertainment, Taylor Swift was not getting married at Ocean House this weekend. A mission to review every NES game ever was undertaken. James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' died at 85.
In sports, Wyndham Clark had the lowest opening round at Shinnecock Hills to lead the U.S. Open. Coach PM Carney was proud of Team Canada’s composure after a shocking World Cup injury. The internet reacted to Canada coach Jesse Marsch’s viral dance moves at the World Cup. In lifestyle, Dolce & Gabbana imagined a Mediterranean escape in menswear built for the heat. A 2,000-year-old low-fat, high-protein cheese was taking over French dairy aisles. An ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood died.
In climate and environment, extreme heat caused wildlife to suffer. Police in Bali foiled an attempt to trade 21 protected live green sea turtles and arrested a suspect. Thousands of baby seals died on two remote sub-Antarctic islands, with scientists now thinking they know why. In science and technology, sound waves were used instead of hot water to brew espresso, and taste testers couldn’t tell the difference. Potential risks and rewards of gifting DNA test kits for Father’s Day were discussed. Scientists said the Sun may not engulf Earth after all.
