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Architecture firm behind Ontario Science Centre says closure was 'a political move'

Architecture firm behind Ontario Science Centre says closure was 'a political move'

TORONTO — The firm of the late architect who designed the Ontario Science Centre says the province's decision to immediately close its doors over a problem with the roof was "absurd" and motivated by politics rather than safety concerns.
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Toronto Raptors draft Baylor guard Ja'Kobe Walter 19th overall in NBA Draft

Toronto Raptors draft Baylor guard Ja'Kobe Walter 19th overall in NBA Draft

TORONTO — Ja'Kobe Walter has never been to Canada, but when he arrives in Toronto he wants to make an immediate impact. Walter was drafted 19th overall by the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday.
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Neil Young and Crazy Horse cancel shows, including Ottawa Bluesfest appearance

Neil Young and Crazy Horse cancel shows, including Ottawa Bluesfest appearance

OTTAWA — One of the most celebrated acts in Canadian music history will not be appearing at Bluesfest in the nation's capital.
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'Get back on the horse': Liberal ministers stand by their man after byelection loss

'Get back on the horse': Liberal ministers stand by their man after byelection loss

OTTAWA — A string of Liberal cabinet ministers declared they’re ready to get back in the saddle after this week’s crushing byelection defeat, though some suggest they have blinders on.
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Fourteen-year-old Pan Am champion De Fazio Ebert named to Olympic skateboard team

Fourteen-year-old Pan Am champion De Fazio Ebert named to Olympic skateboard team

TORONTO — Months after becoming the first-ever Pan Am Games gold medallist in women's park, 14-year-old Fay De Fazio Ebert has been named to Canada’s skateboard team for the Paris Olympics.
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Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Sergei Berezin dead at 52

Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Sergei Berezin dead at 52

TORONTO — Sergei Berezin, who played five of his seven NHL seasons with Toronto and was a reliable scorer for the Maple Leafs, has died at 52. The NHL Alumni Association announced Berezin's death in a social media post Wednesday.
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Cost cutting continues at BlackBerry as firm reports US$42-million net loss in Q1

Cost cutting continues at BlackBerry as firm reports US$42-million net loss in Q1

BlackBerry Ltd.'s chief executive says the company's preparations to divide up its business have so far produced millions in savings and put the business on a path to profitability. John Giamatteo told analysts Wednesday that the Waterloo, Ont.
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Goaltender Ullmark not hurrying into long-term commitment with Sens

Goaltender Ullmark not hurrying into long-term commitment with Sens

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators believe they’ve solved their goaltending woes by acquiring Linus Ullmark, but unless a contract extension is signed over the summer this coming season will be an extended tryout for both the player and the team.
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Was a Toronto byelection a wake-up call on Trudeau's approach to antisemitism?

Was a Toronto byelection a wake-up call on Trudeau's approach to antisemitism?

OTTAWA — An organizer who encouraged Jewish residents to vote against the Liberals in this week's Toronto byelection suggests a rise in antisemitism motivated many to show up at the polls.
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S&P/TSX composite closes up as industrial, metal stocks rise in ‘floating pattern’

S&P/TSX composite closes up as industrial, metal stocks rise in ‘floating pattern’

Canada’s main stock index stayed nearly flat Wednesday as shares bobbed along in what one portfolio manager calls a “floating pattern.” The S&P/TSX composite index crept up 5.42 points to 21,793.
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