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Tory promises review of Raptors parade amid planning criticism and praise

Tory promises review of Raptors parade amid planning criticism and praise

TORONTO — The city and its partners will review planning for the Raptors' victory parade that drew unprecedented crowds to the downtown, some of whom found themselves caught in a terrifying situation when gunfire erupted late in the proceedings, Toro
R.J. Barrett, expected to go third overall, is Canadian headliner at NBA Draft

R.J. Barrett, expected to go third overall, is Canadian headliner at NBA Draft

On the heels of the Toronto Raptors winning the NBA championship for the first time, Canada's top basketball prospects could be set to make some history of their own. Duke forward R.J. Barrett of Mississauga, Ont.
Canadian women's field hockey team looks to take step towards 2020 Olympics

Canadian women's field hockey team looks to take step towards 2020 Olympics

The Canadian women's field hockey team raised the money to finance its trip to Valencia, Spain, for the FIH Hockey Series Finals. Now it hopes to extend its run with a top-two finish at the eight-country tournament.
Efforts continue to raise profile of New Brunswick sprint champion from 1900s

Efforts continue to raise profile of New Brunswick sprint champion from 1900s

HALIFAX — A New Brunswick sprinter who achieved world-class success in the early 1900s but remains little known in Canada is slowly attracting recognition due to the efforts of a distant relative.
Monday's Games

Monday's Games

Monday's Games Women's World Cup China 0 Spain 0 Germany 4 South Africa 0 France 1 Nigeria 0 Norway 2 South Korea 1 --- MLB American League L.A. Angels 10 Toronto 5 N.Y.
Ohtani hits three-run homer, Trout hits 20th of season as Angels topple Jays

Ohtani hits three-run homer, Trout hits 20th of season as Angels topple Jays

TORONTO — Edwin Jackson isn't fooling anyone with his pitching performance this season. Least of all himself.
Rangers acquire Trouba from Jets for Pionk, 1st round pick

Rangers acquire Trouba from Jets for Pionk, 1st round pick

The New York Rangers sped up their rebuilding effort Monday by acquiring offensive-minded defenceman Jacob Trouba from the Winnipeg Jets. New York sent young defenceman Neal Pionk and the 20th overall pick in the draft to Winnipeg for Trouba.
As 2026 host city decision looms, dust settles on Calgary's aborted bid

As 2026 host city decision looms, dust settles on Calgary's aborted bid

CALGARY — As the International Olympic Committee prepares to elect a host city for the 2026 Winter Games next week, Calgary sifts through the ashes of its defunct bid.
Canada beats Brazil 78-39 for second straight win at U16 Americas Championship

Canada beats Brazil 78-39 for second straight win at U16 Americas Championship

AYSEN, Chile — Lauren Audino led the way with 12 points and seven rebounds in 20 minutes, and Canada used a strong second quarter to pull away and beat Brazil 78-39 on Monday in group play at the FIBA under-16 Women's Americas Championship.
Raptors announcer credited with calming massive crowd after shooting

Raptors announcer credited with calming massive crowd after shooting

TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors' seasoned play-by-play announcer is winning widespread praise for calming a jittery crowd after gunfire broke out at a jammed Nathan Phillips Square, convincing fans to remain strong and "stay together.
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