A Note From History About Black Monday: A Catastrophic Market Crash
What Was Black Monday? Black Monday, which took place on October 19, 1987, was a devastating stock market crash that had a profound impact on the global financial system. On this day, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) plummeted by 22.6%, marking the largest...
Ontario Building a More Connected Health Care System for Durham Region
The Ontario government is building and expanding health care infrastructure across Durham Region to better meet the needs of residents for decades to come. The multi-phase redevelopment will build a more connected system of care across the region and includes projects...
Experience the Rhythm: Keepin’ Pan Alive at Toronto Carnival!
Tonight, the air will be alive with the vibrant sounds of steelpan music at the Keepin’ Pan Alive event, a highlight of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival. This annual showcase, presented by the Ontario Steelpan Association, promises an unforgettable evening filled...
Toronto Caribbean Carnival Grand Parade 2024: A Vibrant Celebration of Culture
Prepare for an explosion of color, music, and joy as the Toronto Caribbean Carnival’s Grand Parade takes over the streets on August 3, 2024. This spectacular event, the highlight of the carnival season, promises to be a sensory feast and an unparalleled...
Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate: A Lifeline for Struggling Canadians?
The Bank of Canada has delivered some much-needed relief with a quarter-point interest rate cut to 4.5%. This marks the second consecutive rate reduction and signals a cautious optimism about taming inflation while supporting a weakening economy. Why the Rate Cut?...
What Happened with the Microsoft Crowdstrike Outage?
A major global IT outage occurred today (July 19, 2024) due to a combination of issues involving Microsoft and CrowdStrike, causing widespread disruptions across various industries. The incident was characterized by two primary problems. First, Microsoft’s Azure Cloud...
Don’t Miss the Royal Circus in Pickering: July 4-14 – Get Your Tickets Now!
The Royal Circus is now in the Pickering! This year’s spectacular show at The Shops at Pickering City Centre, running from July 4-14, promises a thrilling experience for all ages. Prepare to be amazed by daredevils, a human cannonball, a high wire troupe,...
Gridlock City: Tackling Toronto’s Traffic Troubles
The traffic congestion crisis is lengthening traveling times for people, goods, and services to painful levels. Toronto’s traffic woes are legendary, with commuters spending hours stuck in gridlock each week. The city is exploring various solutions, including...
Food Insecurity in Canada: A Growing Concern
What is Food Insecurity? Food insecurity refers to inadequate or insecure access to food due to financial constraints. In Canada, we do not face a food shortage problem, but we do have a poverty problem. The lack of money to weather tough times and cover daily living...
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said she’s “speechless” about the continued delayed of the Eglinton Crosstown, saying she’s no more knowledgeable on the project than residents and business owners who’ve been waiting years for it to wrap up.
“I don’t know what to say anymore, it’s leaving me speechless,” said Chow.
