September 1, 2026. As we approach the next Bank of Canada announcement regarding overnight rates tomorrow, September 2, Canadian mortgage holders and prospective homebuyers are anxiously waiting to see if the rate will ‘hold‘ for the sixth consecutive cycle. Financial analysts believe that if the rate holds, it will not only signal...
As of September 1, 2026, TTC riders will see a significant change in how they pay for transit, bidding farewell to most monthly passes. The new fare-capping system will allow riders to pay for their first 47 trips in a month, after which all additional rides will be free. This replaces the standard monthly pass […]
Azish Qureshi, a third-year computer science student at the University of Guelph, is making headlines with the launch of his new website, ‘Signiq,’ which focuses on American Sign Language (ASL). Who is Azish? Calling him just another tech-savvy 19-year-old university student would not do him justice. Long before he created Signiq, ...
Conceptualized and conducted by the Muslim-Indigenous Connection (MIC), this program is presented as the “only structured, youth-focused, faith-based Muslim-Indigenous reconciliation curriculum in the world.” It offers young Canadian Muslims a structured framework to learn directly from Indigenous Elders and knowledge keepers. Sche...
For billions around the world, particularly in Pakistan, India, the subcontinent, and the Far East, a cup of chai is more than just a drink; it’s a daily ritual. From morning energy boosts to evening relaxation, from moments of celebration to times of sorrow, welcoming guests, or being welcomed as guests, chai is as ubiquitous […]
Food is not just a source of nutrition; it is a fundamental part of our overall well-being. Both traditional wisdom and modern medical science echo this insight, reminding us: “Eat healthy to stay healthy” (Anon) or “The food you eat can be either the most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison” [&helli...
Toronto Liberal MP Salma Zahid reported on Thursday that vehicles were set on fire at her home, and police are treating the incident as suspected arson. In a written statement, Zahid explained that her vehicle, along with another car belonging to a neighbor, was set ablaze overnight. Her son and neighbors noticed the fire and […]
August 25, 2026. NYC, NY. In a press conference yesterday, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared his strong opposition to an upcoming event in the city featuring Mohan Bhagwat, the leader of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The RSS is widely regarded as the ideological parent of India’s ruling party, the BJP. Mayor Mamdani [&...
In Canada, virtual care has traditionally been associated with prescription renewals, minor illnesses, and the convenience of consulting a doctor from home. However, new data indicates that Canadians are increasingly turning to telehealth for a more urgent need: mental health support. An analysis by Canadian virtual care provider Your Doctors ...
The countdown is on! As the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) heads into the last week of August, weather experts forecast a mix of sunshine, clouds, and a few showers. However, temperatures are expected to remain in summer territory, with highs in the upper 20s. According to Environment Canada, today (Tuesday) will be mainly cloudy with […]
