Toronto is hosting its third FIFA World Cup match today, featuring Germany against Ivory Coast. City officials have expressed satisfaction with traffic management during the event. Live updates are available as the match unfolds.
World Cup Returns to Toronto
The World Cup returns to Toronto on Saturday, drawing large crowds to designated viewing areas. Officials have implemented traffic measures to manage the influx of fans.
Other News Highlights
In other news, a female victim was critically injured in a shooting inside a downtown Toronto apartment building. Meanwhile, a Canada World Cup victory has spurred record beer sales on Granville Street, and the big win raises odds of Team Canada knockout matches in Vancouver.
Elsewhere, rainy conditions continue in Ottawa with possible thunderstorms this weekend. A boy remains in critical condition after a Montreal North fire sent two children to hospital. Montreal's mayor has called for a moratorium on random police checks following racism allegations.
In Nova Scotia, eight leatherback sea turtles have been tagged off the coast as they nest near the equator. A New Brunswick Lions Club is disbanding after 65 years. A high-risk offender has promised to leave the province after violating a court order.
A tornado reported in Viceroy, Saskatchewan marks the province's seventh of 2026. In Ontario, a woman was convicted for letting her dog roam Crown land and kill a white-tailed deer. A man has been charged with trafficking a person under 18 in Sault Ste. Marie.
In London, a group attempts to reopen a men's addictions treatment centre. A young man died in a motorcycle crash in Gravenhurst. An 11-year-old dog attack victim speaks out. Former UWindsor president Alan Wildeman has died at 72.
National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations took place at Royal Roads University. Experts say Canadians shouldn't expect relief at gas pumps to last. The U.K. police are probing a train collision that killed a driver and left nine in critical condition.
Politics and Business
A bid to narrow a transparency law is criticized as a move in the wrong direction by the information watchdog. Ottawa has announced new policies on social media and AI. Cash prize emails sent out due to an error by a Canadian tech company. The federal banking regulator OSFI lowers the domestic stability buffer to 3%. Canada imposes a 10% tariff on canned vegetables, excluding the U.S. and others.
Health and Entertainment
Medical experts provide opinions on how long it will take for Canada's Koné to recover. Meningitis is in the spotlight following the death of a 35-year-old actor. A dangerous social media trend involving microwaved toys has implications. In entertainment, a man plans to review every NES game ever. James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies, dies at 85. Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith dies at 29.
Sports and Lifestyle
Wyndham Clark has the lowest opening round at Shinnecock Hills to lead the U.S. Open. Coach and PM Carney are proud of Team Canada's composure after a shocking World Cup injury. Internet reacts to Canada coach Jesse Marsch's viral dance moves. In lifestyle, an ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood has died. A French curator unearths a rare Mozart manuscript. Sunday is the longest day of the year for half the planet, marking the summer solstice.
Climate and Science
From birds to fish, extreme heat causes wildlife to suffer. Police in Bali foil an attempt to trade 21 protected green sea turtles. Thousands of baby seals died on two remote sub-Antarctic islands; scientists think they now know why. In science, sound waves were used instead of hot water to brew espresso, and taste testers couldn't tell the difference. The potential risks and rewards of gifting DNA test kits for Father's Day are discussed. Scientists say the Sun may not engulf Earth after all.
