Welcome to News Near Here, your trusted source for timely and impactful coverage from Canada’s major urban centres—Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver. We bring you the latest headlines across politics, culture, and community life, with a dedicated spotlight on crime stories that shape public safety and justice in our cities. Whether it’s breaking news, local developments, or in-depth crime reporting, we’re here to keep you informed and connected to the pulse of urban Canada. v1.9

Montreal Crime

Police were ‘limited’ in investigating allegations against Stronach, officer says

March 11, 2026

TORONTO — Police were limited in what they could do to investigate sexual assault allegations against Frank Stronach given how […]

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Toronto Crime

Newmarket man who allegedly exposed himself at local library facing charges

March 12, 2026

York Regional Police (YRP) have charged a Newmarket man with multiple sexual‑offence‑related crimes after an investigation into an incident at […]

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Vancouver Crime

Police were ‘limited’ in investigating allegations against Stronach, officer says

March 11, 2026

TORONTO — Police were limited in what they could do to investigate sexual assault allegations against Frank Stronach given how […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Bloc candidate unveils platform ahead of Terrebonne byelection

March 12, 2026

Nathalie Sinclair-Desgagné unveiled her electoral platform Thursday in Terrebonne as the campaign begins for the April 13 federal byelection. Standing alongside Yves-François […]

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Toronto News

Information from Project South results in new arrest: York Regional Police

March 12, 2026

York Regional Police (YRP) confirm the arrest of a 35-year-old man late last month as a result of information that […]

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Vancouver News

Police investigating Surrey shooting not believed extortion-related

March 12, 2026

Police in Surrey are investigating a shooting in the city’s Cloverdale area in the early hours of Thursday morning. The […]

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