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'Percy Jackson' billed as first show shot in Canada to use cutting-edge LED stage

TORONTO — “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” is an effects-laden adaptation full of Greek gods, mythical monsters and otherworldly landscapes, but its young stars say they didn’t have to rely on imagination to visualize their fabled scene partners.
Canopy Growth sells This Works skin care brand to U.K. investment firm

Canopy Growth sells This Works skin care brand to U.K. investment firm

SMITHS FALLS, Ont. — Canopy Growth Corp. says it has sold its This Works skin care and wellness brand to a U.K. investment firm. The Smiths Falls, Ont.-based cannabis company says the deal with Inspirit Capital is valued at up to $15.9 million.
Tim Hortons to revive beloved dutchie, other favourites to mark 60th anniversary

Tim Hortons to revive beloved dutchie, other favourites to mark 60th anniversary

TORONTO — For roughly two decades, Canadians have been telling Tim Hortons something's missing from the company's menu: The dutchie.
1 in 4 Canadians fear income won't cover basic needs: Salvation Army poll

1 in 4 Canadians fear income won't cover basic needs: Salvation Army poll

TORONTO — A new survey suggests one in four Canadians are extremely concerned about having enough income to cover their basic needs, with the highest degree of hardship being felt by single parents.
Full disclosure: companies face emissions reporting mandates even as Canada lags

Full disclosure: companies face emissions reporting mandates even as Canada lags

TORONTO — It’s getting harder for companies to hide their dirty secrets.
Tim Hortons celebrates its 60th birthday in 2024. Here's a timeline of its history

Tim Hortons celebrates its 60th birthday in 2024. Here's a timeline of its history

TORONTO — Tim Hortons is considered part of the fabric of Canada, but long before the chain became synonymous with the country, it had humble beginnings as a coffee and doughnut shop.

Toronto police charge man with mischief after "hate-motivated" graffiti found on bus

Toronto police have arrested and charged a man with mischief in an incident they allege was hate-motivated. Police say a man boarded a TTC bus in the city's Jane and Bloor West area on December 2 and wrote hate-motivated graffiti on several windows.

OHL roundup: Frasca nets winner in OT, Frontenacs beat Bulldogs 6-5

KINGSTON, Ont. — Gabriel Frasca scored at 1:31 of overtime and the Kingston Frontenacs edged the visiting Brantford Bulldogs 6-5 in Ontario Hockey League action on Sunday. But the Bulldogs didn't go down without some bite.
Forward Woobens Pacius says goodbye to CPL champion Forge FC

Forward Woobens Pacius says goodbye to CPL champion Forge FC

HAMILTON — Forward Woobens Pacius, who tied Terran Campbell to lead Forge FC with 10 goals last season, is leaving the Canadian Premier League champion. "After three seasons the time has come for to say goodbye to this great club.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Markets It is the last full week of trading for 2023 on the Toronto Stock Exchange.