“Constant chaos, incredibly stressful, nonstop honking” is how drivers and residents describe the intersection of Eglinton Avenue West and Allen Road in Toronto. Ironically, this situation resulted from a “redesign” carried out by Metrolinx as part of its ambitious 2023 overhaul. It has since turned into a traffic nightmare, with l...
One year after torrential rains flooded Mississauga’s streets and homes, the city has decided to take action. It isn’t taking any chances this time. In July and August 2024, Mississauga experienced severe waterlogging due to nearly 280 millimeters of rain, which caused manholes to burst and left many residents stranded. Water engineer Christop...
Durham Region in Ontario is urging residents to limit their water usage as the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and surrounding regions continue to experience extreme heat, with temperatures rising above 30°C. In a statement released yesterday, the region announced mandatory water restrictions for residents and businesses in Beaverton, Cannington, S...
Finding a job in Ontario can still be challenging, but there is an encouraging development: lawmakers are taking steps to address “job ghosting.” This practice occurs when employers or recruiters abruptly cut off all communication with job applicants without providing any reason. Starting in January 2026, under the province’s new p...
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow deleted an Instagram post welcoming a Palestinian family fleeing Gaza at Pearson International Airport. Published on Monday, the post also condemned Israel’s ongoing human rights violations in Gaza, urged the nation to allow humanitarian aid into the enclave, and praised Canada’s denunciation of Israeli Prime Mi...
As the wealthy grow richer and the poor slide further down the poverty ladder, Canada’s wealth divide has reached its highest point ever. A new report from Statistics Canada reveals that the gap in disposable income between the top 40% and the bottom 40% of households has reached a record 49% in the first quarter […]
As the wealthy grow richer and the poor slide further down the poverty ladder, Canada’s wealth divide has reached its highest point ever. A new report from Statistics Canada reveals that the gap in disposable income between the top 40% and the bottom 40% of households has reached a record 49% in the first quarter […]
Mississauga may be home, but it isn’t always where you want to be. With hotter days and noisier nights, escaping the chaos could be exactly what your mind and body need. In line with the GTA Muslims Today promise to keep you updated on the latest happenings, here are three destinations that may surprise you—and […]
With entry-level unemployment reaching unprecedented levels, thousands of Toronto youth are scrambling for summer jobs, making the CNE a popular choice—perhaps even a last resort—for those seeking valuable work experience. This year, the job market is particularly competitive. The number of active job seekers is rising dramatically, as many hi...
Despite growing calls for their removal and a recent wave of vandalism targeting speed cameras, new research shows that these devices are effectively fulfilling their purpose: reducing dangerous driving near schools. A study by The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and Toronto Metropolitan University found that Automated Speed Enforcement ...
