human interest · Toronto & Canada
Noor finds the one person a headline reduced to a statistic, then takes the time to tell you who they actually are.
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Opinion: When a deliberate act of violence destroys a women's shelter, it doesn't just burn down a building—it dismantles the fragile safety net for dozens of women in crisis.
Opinion: The retirement of a global icon is less about the sport and more about the emotional anchor he provides for a diaspora seeking identity and belonging in the city.
Opinion: The recent Durham police sting reveals a terrifying appetite for child exploitation in the GTA, signaling a systemic failure that goes far beyond twelve arrests.
In Norfolk County, a democratic deadlock was broken by a piece of history, reminding a polarized world that sometimes fate is the only remaining arbiter.
Opinion: The fraud charges against a former priest of the Serbian Orthodox Diocese of Canada reveal a breach of trust that extends far beyond the loss of $200,000.
A 50-year-old man faces charges after allegedly attacking an officer and stealing a ticket machine.
When physician referrals migrate to WhatsApp and Facebook, it is no longer a bureaucratic glitch—it is a cry for help from a system in collapse.
Beyond the police reports of a fatal wreck in Puslinch, families and friend groups across Southern Ontario are grappling with a void that cannot be filled.
Beyond the technical success of installing solar panels on the International Space Station, Kutryk describes a profound sense of humility and a desire for personal growth.
Tyler Kahmann is rewriting the Toronto Argonauts record books, but his hardest battle has been adjusting to the jarring pace of Canada's largest city.
New penalties targeting 'bogus' consultants aim to protect applicants from fraudulent guidance.
After four decades, Richard Hubert Jones has been convicted of serial rapes targeting mothers and a teenager. We examine the resilience of the victims who endured the wait.
As Canada's longest-serving mayor seeks a 15th consecutive term, the scale of his devotion to Milton reveals a life defined by a single municipal seat.
For patients like Jon Davies, a new Canadian robotic surgical approach offers a path forward after being told their hearts were too enlarged for traditional treatment.
Assembly of First Nations chiefs prepare for a rare sit-down with the prime minister and premiers to challenge project timelines and propose a sovereign wealth fund.
The Toronto-born catcher for the Tampa Bay Rays is the sole Canadian on the roster as he prepares for his first World Series debut.
The theft of an $80,000 Pokemon card collection highlights the dangers facing hobbyists selling rare collectibles through online platforms.
As crews dismantle bike lane infrastructure under a provincial mandate, a community is split between those fighting for cyclist safety and those prioritizing motor-vehicle flow.
A Windsor juror's unusual attempt to contact Glen Mayer after a first-degree murder conviction has sparked a legal battle over the integrity of the verdict.
A bass singer's removal from a Calgary Opera production highlights the friction between individual political expression and the curated neutrality of cultural institutions.
After three decades of anonymity and the screening of hundreds of suspects, the trial of Richard Neil highlights the intersection of forensic evolution and the enduring trauma of survivors.
After attempting to document the origins of his novel to counter claims of machine-generated prose, the Quebec author has ceased his efforts, highlighting the psychological strain of fighting an algorithmic accusation.
The Toronto Blue Jays rookie admitted to severe nerves and minimal sleep before facing an All-Star in his first Major League game.
As Arizona State University replaces its hockey coach following a catastrophic workout, the family of an NHL prospect is left grappling with a preventable nightmare.
The parents of a 23-year-old woman who died after a dental procedure argue that the province's dual-role regulatory structure creates a conflict of interest.
Opinion: In the new exhibition at the Gardiner Museum, clay is more than a medium—it is a vessel for preserving the fragmented histories of resistance and belonging.
As the Special Investigations Unit probes the sudden passing of a man in the Orillia detachment, the timeline of his final hours raises questions about the gaps in custodial care.
Seven trucks were rendered inoperable after catalytic converters were stolen from Canada's largest food rescue organization.
Philippe Couillard, who oversaw the passage of Canada's first assisted dying legislation, expresses conflict as the practice expands beyond its original intent.
Once a marginalized cultural marker for immigrants fleeing poverty and dictatorship, fado music is experiencing a mainstream resurgence in the GTA, bridging the gap between ancestral nostalgia and a new generation of Luso-Canadians.
As Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. cuts up to 500 positions, the mechanical process of 'winterizing' a plant masks the immediate instability facing Hamilton families.
Beyond the record-breaking kicks and the historic captaincy, the University of Manitoba Bisons specialist is navigating the delicate balance of being a teammate first and a trailblazer by necessity.
As a U.S. appeals court upholds the conviction of a human smuggler, we look closer at the family of four who lost everything in a snow-drifted field.
Accessibility advocate David Lepofsky argues at a human rights tribunal that the right to vote independently is a matter of fundamental dignity.
Twelve teachers have filed human rights complaints alleging that school boards and unions not only ignored antisemitism in the classroom but penalized those who spoke out.
As demand surges in the Durham Region, Feed the Need Durham is pivoting to a model that prioritizes client agency over traditional distribution.
As the celebrated actor is elevated to the highest level of Canada's most prestigious honor, his lifelong commitment to transparency and research continues to reshape the experience of those living with Parkinson's.
Jasmine Ault's loss of two decades of digital memories exposes a corporate trend where AI chatbots are deployed not to assist, but to insulate tech giants from the complexities of human error.
Beyond the official ceremonies of the sixth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, survivors are calling for a shift from symbolic gestures to a lifelong commitment of listening and action.
Jasmine Ault describes the isolation of losing two decades of digital memories to automated systems that offer no human recourse.
For Cassandra Harvey, escaping human trafficking was only the first battle. Now, she faces a rigid federal agency clawing back benefits stolen by her exploiters.
The city expands its Memorial Honour Roll, recognizing the sacrifice of first responders who died in the line of duty.
Paméla Marchand argues that federal workers who suffer occupational injuries are being penalized twice—first by their injuries, and then by a pension system that fails to protect their lifelong commitments.
Heather Jones-Parkes is lobbying government officials for more comprehensive counseling after the random murder of her husband.
The partner of the 'Heated Rivalry' star says fans are booking appointments at her Vancouver studio to ask uncomfortable personal questions.
Opinion: As record diesel costs turn lifelong vocations into liabilities, Ontario's farmers are facing a crisis that government tax cuts cannot solve.
A 19-year-old Whitby man faces hate-motivated charges following threats made on an online message board.
Long before Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope, a series of eccentric, desperate, and courageous wanderers attempted to cross the continent on foot in search of meaning and justice.
While headlines focused on the fame of a professional athlete, the family of a 22-year-old student is left to reconcile a violent accident with the aspirational life their son lived.
While a blockbuster trade paved the way for a championship, the bond between the city and one of its most prolific scorers remains unbroken.
A Milton man faces multiple charges following a winter crash in Madoc that forced emergency responders to treat their own colleagues.
A rare encounter off the coast of Percé has led a local diving center to suspend its season as experts note a rise in shark populations in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
The family of the elite skyrunner says she died doing what made her feel most alive while attempting a record on the Matterhorn.
A sober festival for Indigenous youth in Thunder Bay faces backlash after headliner Flo Rida ignored event mandates, exposing the fragile trust in safe spaces.
The late boxing legend is remembered not only for his legendary chin but for a resilience that extended into a life of profound personal tragedy.
In the high-pressure vacuum of professional sports, the most vital plays often happen far from the diamond. This is an opinion piece on the necessity of grounding rituals.
While most cross-country treks serve a specific cause, one man traversed the continent purely for personal happiness.
While the box scores highlight a utility player's success in Toronto, his spouse's struggle with the loss of American comforts reveals the isolating reality of the pro-athlete partner.
Forty-eight recruits graduate to serve one of North America's largest cities.
Opinion: As TIFF opens with a biopic about disability rights, the presence of activist Taylor Lindsay-Noel reminds us that Toronto's most glamorous spaces still treat accessibility as an afterthought.
For fans and actors in Quebec, the fight to preserve the province's unique dub of The Simpsons is a stand against cultural erasure and the loss of linguistic identity.
The skyrunning community and family of Kalie McCrystal await news after the athlete vanished during a record attempt on the Matterhorn.
Beyond the structural wreckage, the city's wildlife rescuers face a heartbreaking race to recover lost animals and rebuild a devastated refuge.
As Global Affairs Canada begins the clinical process of gathering genetic samples, families of the missing are forced to confront a harrowing reality in the wake of a Himalayan disaster.
The former Hole and Smashing Pumpkins bassist uses photography to document her transition from art student to rock star.
Through a specialized pediatric program in Ontario, Chloe Dixon is granted the agency to decide her own path to motherhood after aggressive cancer treatment.
As Canada's last captive whales depart Niagara Falls, the collapse of a corporate empire reveals a legacy of distress and the desperate scramble to find a way out.
As death tolls rise following flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border, relatives of the missing describe a desperate struggle for information.
Beyond the midway games and wacky foods, one woman's unbroken streak at the CNE serves as a living archive of family legacy and Toronto tradition.
Opinion: While the world tracks the scale of the flash floods, the true tragedy lies in the suffocating limbo of those waiting for a signal from the mountains.
Amid a volatile trade war with the U.S., Toronto's largest citizenship ceremony since the pandemic highlights a shared national identity.
Justin Longshaw faces first-degree murder charges nearly four years after the shooting of Ding Ping Wang.
At a sold-out workshop in downtown Toronto, participants are using the intimacy of love songs to reconnect with Baybayin, a pre-colonial writing system.
The 'Thunderhead' monument serves as a permanent reminder of the thousands of civil servants, military personnel, and RCMP officers fired for their sexuality.
A new contemporary art exhibition transforms a fire-damaged Toronto landmark into a public space for healing and multidisciplinary expression.
After three decades of silence, a lead from the Netherlands suggests that a missing Vancouver man may have been living a nameless existence in Europe.
Kevin Murison suffered injuries to his hand and instrument during a Saturday assault, but says he will not be silenced.
A lawsuit alleging systemic safety failures seeks $18 million in damages following the death of a child at 50 Graydon Hall Drive.
Veterinarians and animal advocates are questioning the provincial government's decision to exclude tail docking from a new set of restrictions taking effect in 2027.
Opinion: In the cold calculus of sports statistics, a rookie's debut is measured in innings and strikeouts. But for Ricky Tiedemann, the real victory was a FaceTime call to a mother fighting for her life.
Faculty leaders argue handwriting fosters deeper thinking, while students question the removal of autonomy in professional education.
For Ally Pankiw and Kate Herron, rejecting a high-profile HBO project is more than a career choice—it is a refusal to fund transphobia.
As the province restricts benefits for those without legal immigration status, families face a precarious future without a government safety net.
As the last captive whales in Canada are hoisted into slings for transport to U.S. aquariums, the logistics of the move mask a deeper, desperate relief for those left behind.
A public prediction record for Noor Rahimi’s calls is coming soon.