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Hamilton Film Festival Opens Tonight With Gala and Local Shorts
The 21st edition begins in Ancaster on October 16 and runs through October 25 across Hamilton venues.
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Dateline Canada to Debut on Citytv With Diana Swain
The first international edition of NBC’s newsmagazine franchise will launch November 26 with a two-hour investigation into Elizabeth Bain’s unresolved disappearance.
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Joni Mitchell Becomes U.S. Citizen After Six Decades in America
The Canadian singer-songwriter shared images from her naturalization ceremony, calling it a journey that began 62 years ago.
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Backstreet Boys Expand Toronto Residency to 12 Shows With March 7 Finale
A newly announced March 7 finale brings the Toronto run to 12 Rogers Centre concerts across four weekends in February and March 2027.
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Selma Blair Released on Bond After Alleged In-Flight Incident
Police say two flight attendants reported injuries after an incident on a Los Angeles-to-New York flight. Blair’s representative says she experienced a medical emergency.
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‘Breaking Bad’ Actor and Disability Advocate RJ Mitte Dies at 34
Mitte brought his experience with cerebral palsy to Walter White Jr. and used his platform to advocate for disability representation. No cause of death has been released.
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DNA and Phone Data Lead Police to Two Stolen Renoirs
French investigators recovered two Renoir paintings hidden behind a false wall after using DNA, phone geolocation and surveillance evidence.
Canada
Canadian Poet Anne Carson Wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
The Toronto-born poet, essayist and translator was recognized for work that combines classical traditions with new literary forms.
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SOCAN Names Drake, Jessie Reyez and Maestro Fresh Wes Among 2026 Honourees
The Canadian music-rights organization will present its special-achievement awards October 26 in Toronto.
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Canadian Films and Halloween Releases Lead Crave’s October Lineup
A Tribe Called Love arrives October 8, with Yaga and more Canadian titles later this month.
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Cronenberg and Hamilton-Born Luke Kirby Shake Up Law & Order Toronto
The Canadian crime drama adds a new detective partnership and a notable guest star.
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Canada Shore Season 2 Teaser Points to a Winter Return
Paramount+ says filming has wrapped in Kelowna, with returning housemates, a new party house and more casting news to come.
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Hockey Night in Canada Returns With PWHL Broadcasts — and a Hamilton Matchup
CBC’s first women’s Hockey Night game is scheduled for December 5 between Montreal and Hamilton.
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La Bola Negra Wins TIFF’s Audience Prize as Festival Spotlights Canadian Films
The Spanish film takes the headline People’s Choice Award, while Canadian filmmakers receive major recognition.
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MTV’s New Director Honour Puts Music-Video Storytelling in Focus
Taylor Swift was selected for the inaugural Artist Director honour at the 2026 VMAs.
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Open World Toronto Film Festival Brings Independent Cinema to Kensington This Weekend
Screenings, filmmaker conversations and performances continue through Sunday.
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International
France Reports More Than 2,000 Arrests After Unrest; Macron Plans Address
Renewed Paris clashes follow Saturday’s demonstrations; Canadians should distinguish the developing unrest from Ottawa’s existing travel guidance.
Canada
De Havilland Seeks National Water-Bomber Fleet as Orders Extend to 2034
The manufacturer argues a larger Canadian order could support another production line, while existing provincial and international orders fill its backlog.
Sports
Canada’s Dabrowski Wins Wuhan Doubles Title With Stefani
The Canadian and Brazilian partners beat defending champions Storm Hunter and Katerina Siniakova 7–5, 6–4 for their sixth title of the season.
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Davidovich Fokina Rallies Past Jodar for First Masters 1000 Title
The Spaniard overcame a set-and-break deficit to win the Shanghai final in three sets, ending Rafael Jodar’s run.